The Pentek CBC-10 is a 0.5-micron carbon block filter cartridge, offering ultra-fine filtration capable of reducing cysts such as Cryptosporidium and Giardia, along with chlorine taste and odor. Its tight 0.5-micron rating makes the CBC-10 one of the most effective carbon block cartridges in the Pentek lineup for point-of-use drinking water systems.

Yes, the Pentek CBC-10 is tested and certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for chlorine taste and odor reduction and NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for cyst reduction (Cryptosporidium and Giardia) and lead reduction. These certifications confirm that the CBC-10 meets rigorous third-party standards for both aesthetic and health-related contaminant reduction.

The Pentek CBC-10 cartridge has a rated service life of approximately 1,000 gallons or 6 months, whichever comes first. It operates at a recommended flow rate of 0.5 GPM (gallons per minute) and fits standard 10-inch slim-line housings. For best performance, replace the CBC-10 every 6 months or sooner if you notice a drop in flow or change in water taste.

The Pentek CBC-10 is designed to fit any standard 9-3/4" x 2-7/8" slim-line filter housing, including Pentek Slim Line 10 housings and most undersink drinking water systems using this size. With its coconut shell carbon block construction and polypropylene end caps with buna-n gaskets, the CBC-10 delivers a secure seal and high-performance filtration in residential and light commercial applications.

The Pentek CBC-10 reduces chlorine taste and odor, lead, cysts (Cryptosporidium, Giardia), VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and fine sediment down to 0.5 microns. Its extruded coconut shell carbon block construction provides high adsorption capacity and prevents channeling, ensuring consistent contaminant reduction throughout the entire 1,000-gallon service life of the cartridge.