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    R50-BB Pentek Whole House Filter Replacement Cartridge

    High Stock (14)
    Fits Pentek Big Blue and any standard heavy duty housing that uses 9 3/4-inch x 4 1/2-inch replacement filter cartridges
    Price Per Item
    2 PACK $20.20
    4 PACK $19.58
    6 PACK $18.95
    24 PACK $18.33
    Choose a Pack Size:
    • Reusable drop-in cartridge for extended filter life

    • Pleated design maximizes dirt-holding capacity

    Features & Specs
    Package Qty: 1
    Manufacturer: Pentair Water
    Manufacturer's Id: R50-BB
    UPC: 051678053430
    Actual Size (in): 9 3/4 inches (length) x 4 1/2 inches (outside diameter)
    Media: Pleated Polyester
    Primary Filter Media: Pleated Polyester
    Operating Temperature (°F): 40 - 125
    Operating Temperature (°C): 4.4 - 51.7
    Brand: Pentek
    Advertised Size: 10 x 4-1/2
    Length (in): 9.75 in
    Outside Diameter (in): 4.5 in
    Width (in): 4.5 in
    Materials of Construction: Core: Polypropylene, End Caps: Vinyl Plastisol
    Media Type: Sediment Filter
    Thickness (in): 4.5 in
    UPC's For Search: 10051678053437 | 051678053430
    Country of Origin: Mexico
    Micron Rating Nominal: 50
    Flow Rate (gpm): 10.0
    Includes: One 9.75 x 4.5 Inch Pentek R50-BB Pleated Polyester Water Filter
    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.
    Downloads
    Contaminants Reduced
  • Dirt
  • Particles
  • Rust and Corrosion
  • Sand
  • Sediment
  • Silt
  • Filter Life
    Filter Life (months): 6 months

    The R50-BB cartridge can be washed and reused to extend the life of the filter. The PENTEK-R50-BB is resistant to both bacteria and chemical attack making it a great choice for a variety of residential, commercial and industrial applications.


    PENTEK-R50-BB   is comparable with the following part number(s)

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