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C1-20 Pentek Replacement Filter Cartridge

SKU
PENTEK-C1-20
Price $31.02 List Price Price $43.99 Save 29%
Availability: In Stock
Fits most housings that accept 20-inch x 2.5-inch water filter cartridges
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  • 1filter$31.02 
  • 6filters$27.92each
  • A great 'combination' filter with 5 micron dual-purpose Powdered-Activated Carbon
  • Effective chlorine reduction, to eliminate harsh taste and odor
  • Great for residential drinking water applications
  • Well-suited for treated 'city water' (recommended for chlorinated water supplies)
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  • A great 'combination' filter with 5 micron dual-purpose Powdered-Activated Carbon
  • Effective chlorine reduction, to eliminate harsh taste and odor
  • Great for residential drinking water applications
  • Well-suited for treated 'city water' (recommended for chlorinated water supplies)
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The Pentek C1-20 Carbon Water Filter provides sediment filtration, plus unpleasant taste & odor reduction--all in one convenient cartridge. The C1-20 filter cartridges have high dirt-holding capacity. They offer an economical solution for all of your general purpose water filtration needs. Constructed of a carbon impregnated cellulose media, these dual-purpose cartridges filter out fine particles, as well as unwanted taste and odor from your tap water.
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Package Qty 1
Used In Brands Ametek, Culligan, Pentek, US Filter
Manufacturer's Id C1-20
UPC 051678597439
Advertised Size (in) 20 x 2-1/2
Actual Size (in) 20 inches (Length) x 2-1/2 inches (Width) x 2-1/2 inches (Depth)
Actual Size (cm) 50.8 x 6.35 x 6.35
Outside Diameter (inches) 2.5
Media Type Carbon Filter
Media Carbon Impregnated Pleated Cellulose
Primary Filter Media Carbon-Impregnated Cellulose
Materials of Construction Filter Core: Polypropylene, Netting: Polyethylene, Reinforcement Backing: Cellulose Polyester, End Caps: Vinyl Plastisol
Filter Life (gallons) 5,000
Filter Life (liters) 18,927.05
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 5
Flow Rate (lpm) 18.927
Color Black
Country of Manufacture Mexico
Includes One 20 x 201/2 Inch Pentek C1-20 Carbon Water Filter

Reduced Contaminants

The PENTEK-C1-20 reduces the following contaminants:

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

The PENTEK-C1-20 is comparable with the following part numbers

155597-43
AN-B-20-U
C1-20
FCC-MC1-20

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.