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  • PENTEK-EP-20BB

    EP-20BB Pentek Replacement Filter Cartridge

    Fits most Big Blue housings that accept 20-inch x 4.5-inch water filter cartridges
    Price Per Item
    2 PACK $93.28
    4 PACK $90.40
    6 PACK $87.51
    24 PACK $84.62
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    • 5 Micron Carbon Briquette, combining the long filter life of carbon block with the dirt-hold capacity of carbon impregnated paper

    • High porosity design helps prevent plugging

    • Perfect for residential, food service, commercial and industrial applications

    • Manufactured entirely from FDA-compliant materials

    format_list_bulleted Features & Specs
    Package Qty: 1
    Manufacturer: Pentair Water
    Manufacturer's Id: EP-20BB
    UPC: 051678583432
    Actual Size (in): 20 inches (length) x 4 5/8 inches (outside diameter)
    Media: Bonded Powder-Activated Carbon
    Primary Filter Media: Activated Carbon Block
    Operating Temperature (°F): 40 - 180
    Operating Temperature (°C): 4.4 - 82.2
    Brand: Pentek
    Advertised Size: 20 x 4-1/2
    Length (in): 20 in
    Outside Diameter (in): 4.63 in
    Width (in): 4.63 in
    Materials of Construction: End Caps: Polypropylene, Netting: Polyethylene, Gaskets: Buna-N
    Media Type: Carbon Filter
    Country of Origin: United States
    Micron Rating Nominal: 5
    Flow Rate (gpm): 4.0
    Includes: One Pentek EP-20BB 20 x 4.5 inch Carbon Block Water Filter
    description 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.
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  • NSF/ANSI Standard 42
  • warning_amber Contaminants Reduced
  • Bad Taste And Odor
  • Dirt Sand Sediment
  • Sand
  • Sediment
  • Silt
  • filter_alt Filter Life
    Filter Life (gallons): 40,000
    Filter Life (months): 6 months
    warning

    Prop65 warning applies to products that contain carbon media. Click here for more details

    WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov


    The Pentek EP-20BB Carbon Briquette water filter cartridge reduces the unappealing taste and odor of chlorine from your water. Its unique Endurawrap design is also highly effective at reducing dirt and debris in your water, without compromising the filter life through premature plugging from particulate matter. The EP-20BB is a great option for better drinking water in a 20-inch Big Blue whole house filter system delivering clean, crisp refreshment from your tap. The filter cartridge materials are tested and certified by NSF International to NSF/ANSI Standard 42.


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