Pentek filters

Temperature Rating: 40 - 145ºF (4.4 - 62.8ºC) · Inner Support Core (GDA Series): Polypropylene

The GD/GDA Series Cartridges are gradient density sediment filters made from 100% pure polypropylene, designed for PENTEK® Big Blue housings.

Temperature Rating: 40–100ºF (4.4–37.8ºC)

The Pentek PCC Series are hexametaphosphate crystal cartridges designed to prevent lime and scale deposits, treat corrosion, and control iron.

Temperature Rating: 40–100ºF (4.4–37.8ºC) · PHYSICAL FORM: Moist spherical bead · IONIC FORM: H/OH

Pentek PCF Series Mixed Bed Deionization Cartridges are designed for deionizing water up to 16 megohms for applications like pharmaceuticals and circuit board printing.

Available Micron Ratings (nominal): 1-, 5-, 10-, 25-, and 50-microns · Micron rating: Not Performance tested or Certified by NSF · Available Lengths: From 9¾" up to 40"

The Pentek PD Series Polydepth Cartridges are thermally bonded polypropylene micro-fiber sediment filters with a rigid polypropylene core for increased strength and...

Pressure: 2.4 bar · Operating Temperature: 5°C – 65°C · Available Lengths: 9-3/4'', 10'', 20'', 30'', 40''

Polyval and Polyval HE cartridges are pleated polypropylene sediment filters for initial water filtration from point of entry to point of use.

Materials of Construction: Polypropylene Fibers · Temperature Rating: 40–145ºF (4.4–62.8ºC)

Pentek P Series cartridges are spun-bonded polypropylene sediment filters with a gradient density construction for superior chemical resistance and to prevent bacterial...

pH: >7.0

The RFFE20-BB is a Radial Flow Iron Reduction Cartridge designed for PENTEK® 20-inch Big Blue® filter housings.

Operating Pressure: 125 psi (8.62 bar) · Pressure Drop: Pressure drop varies with flow rate. See the official PDF for exact tabulated values · Maximum Temperature: 100ºF (37.8ºC)

Pentek's Traditional In-Line Cartridges are designed for taste, odor, and chlorine reduction in post-RO, under-sink, and food service applications.

Temperature Rating (C8): 40–145ºF (4.4–62.8ºC) · Temperature Rating (C1, C2, C1-20): 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC)

The C Series Dual Purpose Powdered Carbon Cartridges provide sediment filtration and reduction of taste and odor, suitable for residential applications and as pre-filters.

Temperature Rating: 40–180ºF (4.4–82.2ºC)

Pentek CBC Series cartridges are premium carbon block filters designed to reduce bad taste, odor, and chlorine from potable water. These cartridges have a nominal 0.

Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC)

The CC Series is a granular activated carbon cartridge designed to reduce bad taste, odor, chlorine taste and odor, and certain VOCs from potable water.

Micron Rating Basis: Micron ratings are based on 85% or greater removal of a given particle size · Temperature Rating: 40°F-180°F (4.4°C-82.2°C) · Chlorine Reduction Capacity: Estimated capacity using 2 ppm free available chlorine at 0.5 ppm breakthrough

Pentek CFBC Series cartridges combine sediment filtration and activated carbon block technologies using proprietary Fibredyne construction for high performance.

Temperature Rating: 40°F-180°F (4.4°C-82.2°C)

The Pentek CFB Series are molded block sediment cartridges featuring proprietary Fibredyne™ technology.

Nominal Micron Rating: 0.5-micron · Initial Pressure Drop (ΔP): 8.1 psi @ 1 gpm (0.6 bar @ 3.8 Lpm) · Temperature Rating: 40°F-180°F (4.4°C-82.2°C)

This Pentek CFB-PB10 is a 0.5-micron molded block cartridge designed for lead reduction and cyst reduction, utilizing proprietary Fibredyne™ technology.

Nominal micron rating: 5-10 · Temperature rating: 40°F-180°F (4.4°C-82.2°C)

The Pentek CFB-Plus is a molded block cartridge designed to combine sediment filtration with activated carbon treatment for taste and odor reduction.

Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC)

Pentek Chloramine Reduction Carbon Cartridges are designed for superior reduction of chloramine and chlorine in point-of-entry or point-of-use applications.

Micron Rating (nominal): 1 (3-4 @ 99.95% efficiency for particle sizes between 0.2 and 4.0 microns, see official PDF for exact tabulated values) · Initial Pressure Drop (∆P): 19 psi @ 1 gpm (1.3 bar @ 3.8 Lpm) · Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC)

The CRE-1 is a 1-micron nominal sintered ceramic cartridge designed for cyst reduction and fine sediment filtration.

Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC)

Pentek Coconut Carbon Cartridges are designed to reduce chlorine taste and odor, bad taste, odor, and sediment in potable drinking water.

Micron rating (Nominal): 10 µm (based on 85% or greater removal of given particle size) · Temperature rating: 40°F-180°F (4.4°C-82.2°C)

The ELPC Series Electroplating Carbon Cartridges are designed for electroplating solutions.

Temperature Rating: 40–180ºF (4.4–82.2ºC)

Pentek EP Carbon Briquette Cartridges are designed for high dirt-holding capacity and effective reduction of chlorine taste and odor.

Temperature Rating: 40–180ºF (4.4–82.2ºC)

Pentek EPM Series carbon briquette cartridges are designed for taste, odor, and chlorine reduction with a nominal 10-micron rating.

Micron Rating: Nominal 10-micron · Micron Rating (Nominal): 10 · Initial Pressure Drop (ΔP): 2.5 psi @ 1 gpm (0.17 bar @ 3.8 Lpm)

The Pentek EPM-10C is a 10-micron nominal carbon briquette cartridge designed for taste, odor, and sediment reduction in various applications.

Temperature Rating: 40°F to 180°F (4.4°C to 82.2°C)

The FloPlus Series molded carbon block cartridges provide whole-house cyst reduction with 0.5-micron particulate efficiency.

Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC)

Pentek GAC Series Granular Activated Carbon Cartridges effectively reduce chlorine taste and odor in drinking water.

Flow Rate: 5-10 gpm (19-38 L/min) · Pressure Drop (at 5-10 gpm): 0.2-1.0 psi (0.01-0.07 bar) · Temperature Limit: 125°F (51.7°C)

The Pentek OAC-20BB is an oil adsorbing cartridge designed to remove dissolved and dispersed oils from water with up to 90-95 percent removal in a single pass.

Maximum Temperature: 180°F (82°C) · Area: 18 sq. ft. (1.6 sq. m.)

The Carbflex OAC Plus is an oil-adsorbing filter cartridge designed to remove dissolved, dispersed, and emulsified hydrocarbons from water.

Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC)

Pentek RFC Series Radial Flow Carbon Cartridges are designed for effective chlorine taste and odor reduction in point-of-entry applications.

Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC) · Maximum dimensions: 2 7/8" x 9 3/4" (73 mm x 248 mm) · Chlorine Taste & Odor reduction: >2000 gallons @ 1 gpm (7570 L @ 3.8 Lpm)

This Pentek TSGAC-10 is a specialty granular activated carbon and phosphate cartridge designed for effective reduction of bad taste, odor, and chlorine taste & odor.

Maximum Temperature: 200ºF (93.3ºC) · Brass Head Housings: F60 (10", 1" or 1¼" Inlet/Outlet), F70 (10", 1½" Inlet/Outlet), F80 (10", 2" Inlet/Outlet) · BPHE Series (High Efficiency) Bags: Designed for critical applications requiring high dirt-holding capacity, these bags are made from polypropylene microfibers with spun-bonded polypropylene covers

The Pentek BP, BPHE, and BN series are filter bags designed for various pretreatment applications. The BP series uses polypropylene felt for high solids loading.

Pressure Differential: 88 psi (6.1 bar), max · Operating Pressure Range: 5-88 psi (0.35-6.1 bar), max · Water Temperature Range: 40-140°F (4.4-60°C)

Pentek MicroGuard Series cartridges are membrane filters designed for point-of-use drinking water applications to reduce bacteria and protozoan cysts.

Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC)

ECP Series Pleated Cellulose Polyester Cartridges are sediment filters designed with a special formulation of resin-impregnated fibers for higher wet strength and...

Micron Rating (nominal): 10 micron (for all models) · Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC) · Sediment Reduction Percent Efficiency: See the official PDF for exact tabulated values, as the graph is unreadable

The Pentek NCP Series cartridges are pleated, carbon-impregnated non-cellulose filters designed for sediment reduction and chlorine taste and odor removal.

Surface Area: Standard 9³/₄" length cartridges have more than four square feet of polyester fabric. Big Blue® versions have more than 16 square feet · Temperature Rating: 40–125ºF (4.4–51.7ºC)

Pentek R Series cartridges are pleated polyester sediment filters designed for high dirt-holding capacity and reusable applications.

Micron Rating (nominal): 20 · Temperature Rating: 40–145ºF (4.4–62.8ºC)

Pentek S1 Series cartridges are pleated cellulose sediment filters with a nominal 20-micron rating, suitable for chlorinated water supplies.

Selection cues: retention rating · rated flow · materials and connections

Pentek Quick Change Systems offer easy filter installation and replacement for various applications like under-sink drinking water and pre/post RO membranes.

Selection cues: retention rating · rated flow · materials and connections

Pentek offers five under-sink drinking water systems with various contaminant reduction capabilities, including chemical/lead reduction, arsenic reduction.

Maximum Operating Pressure: 65 psi (4.5 bar) · Minimum Dose: 16 mJ/cm² (16,000 microwatt-sec per cm²) · Temperature Rating: 40–100ºF (4.4–37.8ºC)

The Pentek UV Series offers high-intensity ultraviolet systems for supplemental microbiological control in drinking or process water.

Maximum Pressure: 125 psi (8.62 bar) · Approximate Net Pressure Drop: See the official PDF for exact tabulated values · Maximum Temperature: 125ºF (51.7ºC)

These valve-in-head filter housings are designed for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, accommodating cartridges with 2 3⁄8" to 2 7⁄8" diameters.

Capacity range: 750 to 4,500 grains (CaCO₃) · Temperature Rating: 100ºF (37.8ºC)

The WS Series Water Softener Cartridges provide optimal ion exchange using FDA-grade sodium-based resin to reduce hardness and scale for sensitive equipment.

Temperature Rating: 40–145ºF (4.4–62.8ºC) · Maximum dimensions: 2¼" x 9⅞" (60 mm x 251 mm)

The Pentek CW/WP Series are polypropylene wound sediment cartridges used for reducing silt, rust, and scale from various fluids.

Selection cues: retention rating · rated flow · materials and connections

Pentek DGD Series cartridges are dual-gradient density sediment filters manufactured from 100% pure polypropylene, offering superior dirt-holding capacity.

Peak Flow Rate: Up to 10 gpm (2271 L/h) · Service Flow Rate (at 15 psi drop): 6.23 gpm to 10 gpm (1,416 L/h to 2,271 L/H) · Housing Pressure Rating: Up to 300 psi

The Pentek Freshpoint Ultrafiltration System is a point-of-entry POE system utilizing a hollow-fiber membrane for cyst reduction, turbidity, and fine sediment filtration.

Maximum Pressure: 125 psi (8.62 bar) · Maximum Temperature: 125ºF (51.7ºC)

Standard Filter Housings are suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial applications and are available in 10" and 20" lengths with clear or opaque sumps.

Maximum Pressure: 125 psi (8.62 bar) · Maximum Temperature: 125ºF (51.7ºC) · Inlet/Outlet Ports: 3/4" NPT

The Pentek 3G Standard Filter Housings are versatile sediment and pretreatment cartridges offered in 10" and 20" lengths.

Maximum Pressure: 125 psi (8.62 bar) · Cap Material: Reinforced polypropylene, available in black, blue, and white · Maximum Temperature: 125°F (51.7°C)

The 3G Slim Line filter housing offers a slim design with high chemical compatibility, available in 10-inch sizes with clear or opaque sumps.

Maximum Initial ΔP @ Flow Rate: 1 psi @ 10 gpm (0.1 bar @ 38 Lpm) · Maximum Pressure: 100 psi (6.9 bar) · Maximum Temperature: 100ºF (37.8ºC)

The All Natural Housings are pure polypropylene filter housings designed for critical contamination control with smooth surfaces to prevent bacterial adhesion.

Initial ∆P (psi) @ Flow rate (gpm): 1 psi @ 15 gpm (0.07 bar @ 57 Lpm) for all models listed · Maximum Temperature: 100ºF (37.8ºC) · Phosphate Crystal Cartridges: Available in various forms for chemical treatment

Pentek PBH Series Bag Vessel Filter Housings are constructed of lightweight, corrosion-resistant polypropylene and are suitable for residential, commercial.

Maximum Temperature: 100ºF (37.8ºC) · Phosphate crystal cartridges: Various sizes (e.g., 9 5/8", 20")

The BFS / BBFS Series are multi-housing filtration systems constructed from durable polypropylene for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

Pressure relief: Pressure relief/bleed button on the inlet side of the cap (optional on Big Clear) · Maximum Temperature: 100ºF (37.8ºC)

Pentek Big Blue® and Big Clear housings are designed for large-capacity, high-flow, and heavy-sediment water filtration needs.

Flow Rate Capability: Accommodates flow rates up to 20 gpm (76 Lpm) · Maximum Pressure: 125 psi (8.62 bar) · Approximate Net Pressure Drop: The extracted table for pressure drop vs. flow rate is unreadable. See the official PDF for exact tabulated values

These Pentek High Temperature Filter Housings are constructed from durable glass-reinforced nylon and are available in 10" and 20" lengths.

Maximum Pressure: 125 psi (8.62 bar) · Port Threads: Standard 1/8” NPT threads · Maximum Temperature: 125ºF (51.7ºC)

This RO Membrane Housing accommodates standard 12" membrane elements with 1/8” NPT outlets and features a one-piece injection-molded.

Maximum Pressure: 125 psi (8.62 bar) · Maximum Temperature: 125ºF (51.7ºC)

Pentek Slim Line Filter Housings are designed for space-constrained applications and feature a leak-proof seal with an optional pressure relief button.

Pressure Warning: If pressure exceeds 150 psi (10.34 bar) at any time, a pressure regulator must be used · Maximum Flow Rate: Determined by the cartridge rate requirement · Maximum cartridge diameter: 2⁷⁄₈-inch

Pentek Strap Band Cartridge Housings are designed for high-flow commercial and industrial applications.

Maximum Pressure: 250 psi (17.2 bar) · Maximum Temperature: 300ºF (149ºC) · Maximum cartridge diameter: 3" (76 mm)

The ST Series Stainless Steel Filter Housings are heavy-duty units ideal for high-pressure and hot water applications, accepting standard double open end cartridges.

Selection cues: retention rating · rated flow · materials and connections

Pentek BP and BN Series cartridges are designed for sediment filtration and pretreatment applications.