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ECP5-20BB Pentek Whole House Filter Replacement Cartridge

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PENTEK-ECP5-20BB
Price $43.68 List Price Price $61.99 Save 29%
Availability: In Stock
Fits Pentek 20-inch Big Blue and any standard housing that uses 20-inch x 4 1/2-inch replacement filter cartridges
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  • 1filter$43.68 
  • 6filters$39.31each
  • Drop-in cartridge makes filter change fast and easy
  • Resin-impregnated cellulose and polyester fibers provide higher wet strength than regular cellulose cartridges
  • Recommended for chlorinated water supplies
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  • Drop-in cartridge makes filter change fast and easy
  • Resin-impregnated cellulose and polyester fibers provide higher wet strength than regular cellulose cartridges
  • Recommended for chlorinated water supplies
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The ECP5-20BB provides high flow rates and dirt-holding capacity, while maintaining extremely low pressure drop making it ideal for a variety of uses and applications.
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Package Qty 1
Used In Brands Pentek
Manufacturer's Id ECP5-20BB
UPC 051678494431
Advertised Size (in) 20 x 4-1/2
Actual Size (in) 20 inches (length) x 4 1/2 inches (outside diameter)
Actual Size (cm) 50.8 x 11.43
Outside Diameter (inches) 4.5
Media Type Sediment Filter
Media Pleated Cellulose/Polyester
Primary Filter Media Pleated Cellulose Polyester
Materials of Construction Core: Polypropylene, End Caps: Vinyl Plastisol
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 5
Operating Temperature (°F) 40 - 125
Operating Temperature (°C) 4.4 - 51.7
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 20
Flow Rate (lpm) 75.708
Country of Manufacture Mexico
Includes One Pentek ECP5-20BB 20-inch x 4-1/2-inch Pleated Sediment Water Filter
Additional Information End Cap Color: White

Reduced Contaminants

The PENTEK-ECP5-20BB reduces the following contaminants:

  • Dirt
  • Particles
  • Rust and Corrosion
  • Sand
  • Sediment
  • Silt

The PENTEK-ECP5-20BB is comparable with the following part numbers

255494-43
ECP5-20BB
PENTEK-ECP5-20BB

User Guide

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.