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  • PENTEK_R50_BB_6_PACK

    R50-BB Pentek Whole House Filter Replacement Cartridge

    Fits Pentek Big Blue and any standard heavy duty housing that uses 9 3/4-inch x 4 1/2-inch replacement filter cartridges
    Price Per Item
    2 PACK $20.20
    4 PACK $19.58
    6 PACK $18.95
    24 PACK $18.33
    Choose a Pack Size:
    • Reusable drop-in cartridge for extended filter life

    • Pleated design maximizes dirt-holding capacity

    format_list_bulleted Features & Specs
    Package Qty: 1
    Manufacturer: Pentair Water
    Manufacturer's Id: R50-BB
    UPC: 051678053430
    Actual Size (in): 9 3/4 inches (length) x 4 1/2 inches (outside diameter)
    Media: Pleated Polyester
    Primary Filter Media: Pleated Polyester
    Operating Temperature (°F): 40 - 125
    Operating Temperature (°C): 4.4 - 51.7
    Brand: Pentek
    Advertised Size: 10 x 4-1/2
    Length (in): 9.75 in
    Outside Diameter (in): 4.5 in
    Width (in): 4.5 in
    Materials of Construction: Core: Polypropylene, End Caps: Vinyl Plastisol
    Media Type: Sediment Filter
    Thickness (in): 4.5 in
    UPC's For Search: 10051678053437 | 051678053430
    Country of Origin: Mexico
    Micron Rating Nominal: 50
    Flow Rate (gpm): 10.0
    Includes: One 9.75 x 4.5 Inch Pentek R50-BB Pleated Polyester 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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    warning_amber Contaminants Reduced
  • Dirt
  • Particles
  • Rust and Corrosion
  • Sand
  • Sediment
  • Silt
  • filter_alt Filter Life
    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 R50-BB cartridge can be washed and reused to extend the life of the filter. The PENTEK-R50-BB is resistant to both bacteria and chemical attack making it a great choice for a variety of residential, commercial and industrial applications.


    PENTEK_R50_BB_6_PACK   is comparable with the following part number(s)

    • 155053-43
    • PENTEK-R50BB
    • PENTEK-R50-BB
    • R50BB