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RFC-20BB Whole House Filter Replacement Cartridge by Tier1

SKU
TIER1-RFC-20BB
Price $43.91 List Price Price $62.99 Save 30%
Availability: In Stock
Fits most 20X4.5 housings
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  • 1filter$43.91 
  • 2filters$34.42each
  • 3filters$30.35each
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Fits into 10 and 20 inch Big Blue water filtration system housings

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OR-100 Tier1 Lubricated O-Ring

Fits into 10 and 20 inch Big Blue water filtration system housings
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Fits into most big blue style whole house water filtration system housings

SKU: TIER1_REPLACEMENT_KIT_WH45 › See more product details

Replacement O-Ring and Lubricant Kit For Whole House Systems Using a 4.5 Inch Replacement Filter By Tier1

Fits into most big blue style whole house water filtration system housings
Add: $11.99 $9.99
  • Big Blue sized filter cartridge, provides greater surface area
  • High flow rate
  • Filter life of 100,000 gallons
  • Reduces contaminats such as chlorine taste and odor
› See more product details
  • Big Blue sized filter cartridge, provides greater surface area
  • High flow rate
  • Filter life of 100,000 gallons
  • Reduces contaminats such as chlorine taste and odor
The RFC-20BB Whole House Filter Replacement Cartridge by Tier1 provides a large surface area, which increases filtration effectiveness. This greater surface area in turn allows a high flow rate. This filter will last you up to 6 months, or every 100,000 gallons which equates to 4 gallons per minute, whichever comes first. This typically evens out to only 2-3 filter changes per year. The Tier1 RFC-20BB does an exceptional job of taking out chlorine taste an odor, or your money back!

Experience the Tier1 Difference

Tier1 manufactures high-quality filtration and household products. We take creating and maintaining a healthy home seriously. Products must undergo rigorous testing and meet demanding quality expectations in order to earn the Tier1 badge. Every purchase is backed by the Tier1® Guarantee:

  • Guaranteed Fit
  • Guaranteed Quality
  • Guaranteed Price
More Information
Package Qty 1
Used In Brands Pentek
Manufacturer's Id RFC-20BB
UPC 641945742428
Advertised Size (in) 20 x 4-1/2
Actual Size (in) 20 inches (Length) x 4.5 inches (Outside Diameter)
Actual Size (cm) 50.8 x 11.43
Outside Diameter (inches) 4.5
Media Type Carbon Filter
Media Radial Flow Granular Activated Carbon
Primary Filter Media Granular Activated Carbon
Materials of Construction Porous Polyethylene
Filter Life (gallons) 100,000
Filter Life (liters) 378541
Filter Life (months) Filter's should be replaced based on usage and filter condition. Filter life is an estimation of expected performance based on typical filtration conditions.x Filter's should be replaced based on usage and filter condition. Filter life is an estimation of expected performance based on typical filtration conditions.x 6 months
Micron Rating (Nominal) The smallest size at which particles are retained by the filter. One micron is equivalent 1/1000th of a millimeter.x The smallest size at which particles are retained by the filter. One micron is equivalent 1/1000th of a millimeter.x 25
Operating Temperature (°F) 40 - 125
Operating Temperature (°C) 4.4 - 51.7
Maximum Temperature (°F) 125
Flow Rate (gpm) Flow rate is the volume of water that passes through a filtration system measured in gallons per minute. A filter's flow rate indicates the maximum recommened flow for optimum filter performance. x Flow rate is the volume of water that passes through a filtration system measured in gallons per minute. A filter's flow rate indicates the maximum recommened flow for optimum filter performance. x 4
Color White
Country of Manufacture Taiwan
Warranty Guarantee Unconditional Guarantee for Life of the Product
Includes One Tier1 20 x 4.5 inch granular activated carbon replacement filter

Reduced Contaminants

The TIER1-RFC-20BB reduces the following contaminants:

  • Chlorine Taste & Odor
  • Rust and Corrosion

The TIER1-RFC-20BB is comparable with the following part numbers

PENTEK-RFC20-BB

Instructions

  1. Turn off water supply. Press red pressure-relief button (if present)
  2. Unscrew housing. Remove large o-ring, wipe clean and set aside
  3. Discard used filter cartridge. Wash housing with dish soap and warm water using a nonabrasive sponge or cloth. Rinse thoroughly
  4. Fill 1/3 with water. Add about 1 tablespoon of bleach and scrub to disinfect. Rinse thoroughly
  5. Lubricate o-ring with clean silicone grease. Change o-ring if any damage cuts or degradation are present. Insert o-ring in groove
  6. NOTE: This step is important to ensure a proper housing seal. Make certain the o-ring is seated level in the groove
  7. Insert new filter cartridge
  8. Screw housing onto the cap and hand-tighten. Do not over tighten. Make sure cap standpipe slips into cartridge
  9. Turn on water supply. Press pressure-relief button (if present). Check for leaks before leaving installation