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EP-20BB Pentek Replacement Filter Cartridge

SKU
PENTEK-EP-20BB
Price $79.71 List Price Price $113.99 Save 30%
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Fits most Big Blue housings that accept 20-inch x 4.5-inch water filter cartridges
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  • 1filter$79.71 
  • 6filters$71.74each
  • 12filters$59.78each
  • 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
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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
Save up to $40.04 with a Tier1
or USWF comparable alternative.
View Filter Value Comparison
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.
More Information
Package Qty 1
Used In Brands Ametek, Culligan, Pentek, US Filter
Manufacturer's Id EP-20BB
UPC 051678583432
Advertised Size (in) 20 x 4-1/2
Actual Size (in) 20 inches (length) x 4 5/8 inches (outside diameter)
Actual Size (cm) 50.8 x 11.7475
Outside Diameter (inches) 4.625
Media Type Carbon Filter
Media Bonded Powder-Activated Carbon
Primary Filter Media Activated Carbon Block
Materials of Construction End Caps: Polypropylene, Netting: Polyethylene, Gaskets: Buna-N
Filter Life (gallons) 40,000
Filter Life (liters) 151,416.40
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 - 180
Operating Temperature (°C) 4.4 - 82.2
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 4
Flow Rate (lpm) 15.142
Color White
Country of Manufacture United States
Includes One Pentek EP-20BB 20 x 4.5 inch Carbon Block Water Filter
Certifications Voluntary national standards that establish minimum requirements for the safety and performance of filtration equipment.x Voluntary national standards that establish minimum requirements for the safety and performance of filtration equipment.x NSF/ANSI Standard 42

Reduced Contaminants

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

  • Bad Taste and Odor
  • Chlorine Taste & Odor 90%
  • Dirt
  • Sand
  • Sediment
  • Silt

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

101-298 15-041-00
155583-03 155583-43
55898-03 854306-13
AP815-2 CFS215-2
DEV9108-45 EP-20BB
EV910503

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.