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ECP20-20BB Pentek Replacement Filter Cartridge

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PENTEK-ECP20-20BB
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Price $48.99 List Price Price $69.99 Save 30%
Availability: In Stock
Fits most Big Blue housings that accept 20-inch x 4.5-inch water filter cartridges
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  • 1filter$48.99 
  • 6filters$44.09each
  • 20 Micron Pleated Cellulose--great filtration in a clean, reusable cartridge
  • Strong and reliable, with a special formulation of resin-impregnated cellulose and polyester fibers
  • Provides higher wet strength than regular cellulose cartridges
  • Features high flow rates and dirt-holding capacity, while maintaining extremely low pressure drop
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  • 20 Micron Pleated Cellulose--great filtration in a clean, reusable cartridge
  • Strong and reliable, with a special formulation of resin-impregnated cellulose and polyester fibers
  • Provides higher wet strength than regular cellulose cartridges
  • Features high flow rates and dirt-holding capacity, while maintaining extremely low pressure drop
Save $21.00 with a Tier1 Brand
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The Pentek ECP20-20BB Sediment Water Filter media is pleated around a rugged polypropylene core for additional strength, with end caps and gasket fused together for a unified and reliable whole. This filter is a great deal, with more surface area than most competitive cartridges (36 square feet of media, compared to 27 square feet in other brands). It's easy to install, with a long-lasting filter life. Recommended for chlorinated water supplies only.
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Package Qty 1
Used In Brands Ametek, Culligan, Pentek, US Filter
Manufacturer's Id ECP20-20BB
UPC 051678495438
Advertised Size (in) 20 x 4-1/2
Actual Size (in) 20 inches (Length) x 4-1/2 inches (Width) x 4-1/2 inches (Depth)
Actual Size (cm) 50.8 x 11.43 x 11.43
Outside Diameter (inches) 4.5
Media Type Sediment Filter
Media Cellulose Polyester
Primary Filter Media Pleated Cellulose Polyester
Materials of Construction Core: Polypropylene, End Caps: Vinyl Plastisol
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 20
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 20
Flow Rate (lpm) 75.708
Color White
Country of Manufacture Mexico
Includes One 20 x 4-1/2 Inch Pentek ECP20-20BB Pleated Sediment Water Filter
Additional Information End Cap Color: Blue

Reduced Contaminants

The PENTEK-ECP20-20BB reduces the following contaminants:

  • Dirt
  • Fine Sand
  • Hard Scale
  • Rust and Corrosion
  • Sand
  • Sediment

The PENTEK-ECP20-20BB is comparable with the following part numbers

4PCC7
255495-43

User Guide

    pentek-ecp20-20bb-user-guide.pdf

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.