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EP-20BB Pentek Comparable Carbon Block Water Filter by Tier1

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TIER1-EP5-20BB
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Price $29.95 List Price Price $56.99 Save 47%
Availability: In Stock
Fits filtration system housings that accepts 20 x 4.5 inch cartridges
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  • 1filter$29.95 
  • 2filters$29.25each
  • 4filters$28.45each
  • 12filters$23.96each
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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

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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
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  • Ships fast!
  • Reduces chlorine taste and odor
  • Captures sediment as small as 5 microns
  • Helps you maintain the highest quality water in your home or business!
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  • Ships fast!
  • Reduces chlorine taste and odor
  • Captures sediment as small as 5 microns
  • Helps you maintain the highest quality water in your home or business!
The EP-20BB Pentek Comparable Carbon Block Water Filter by Tier1 is a 5 micron cartridge manufactured to effectively capture fine sediment while reducing chlorine taste and odor. Immediately following a quick and easy installation, this cartridge goes to work ensuring you receive high quality, great tasting water. Ideal for residential or business applications, Tier1 water filters are built for performance and priced for value. Order the EP-20BB Pentek Comparable Carbon Block Water Filter by Tier1 today!

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
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Package Qty 1
Used In Brands 3M, Ametek, Aqua-Pure, Culligan, Pentek, Tier1
Manufacturer's Id EP5-20BB
UPC 799932612473
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 Carbon Filter
Media Carbon Block
Primary Filter Media Activated Carbon Block
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 - 165
Operating Temperature (°C) 4.4 - 73.9
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 2
Flow Rate (lpm) 7.57
Color White
Country of Manufacture Singapore
Warranty Guarantee Unconditional Product Guarantee for Life of the Product
Includes One 20 X 4.5 Inch Carbon Block Replacement Filter by Tier1

Reduced Contaminants

The TIER1-EP5-20BB reduces the following contaminants:

  • Bad Taste and Odor
  • Chlorine Taste & Odor
  • Dirt
  • Sand
  • Sediment
  • Silt

The TIER1-EP5-20BB is comparable with the following part numbers

EP5-20BB
EP520BB
EP-5-20BB

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. Insert new filter cartridge.
  7. Screw housing onto the cap and hand-tighten. Do not over tighten. Make sure cap standpipe slips into cartridge.
  8. Turn on water supply. Press pressure-relief button (if present). Check for leaks before leaving installation.