Pentek - EP-20 - 20" x 2.5" Carbon Briquette 5 Micron Filter
Pentek EP-20 Carbon Briquette Filter
20" x 2.5" carbon block cartridge removes chlorine taste, odor, and fine sediment down to 5 microns in residential and commercial drinking water systems
Bonded Carbon Block Technology
Dense Carbon Briquette
Compressed powdered activated carbon (PAC) creates a solid block with massive surface area for superior chlorine adsorption and taste improvement
Dual-Action Filtration
Polyolefin pre-filter captures larger particles before water reaches the carbon block, protecting the media and extending the life of the cartridge
5 Micron Rating
Nominal 85% efficiency removes fine sediment, dirt, rust, and turbidity while maintaining consistent flow rates throughout the filter's service life
Wide Temperature Range
Operates reliably from 40 to 180°F with Buna-N gaskets that seal properly in both cold well water and hot commercial applications
Technical Details
| Dimensions | 20" x 2.875" (508 x 73 mm) |
| Micron Rating | 5 micron nominal (85% efficiency) |
| Chlorine Reduction | 90% at 2 ppm, 12,000 gallons at 2 gpm |
| Pressure Drop | 3.4 psi at 2 gpm (initial) |
| Temperature Range | 40 to 180°F (4.4 to 82.2°C) |
| Construction | Bonded PAC, polyolefin pre-filter, PE netting |
| Gasket Material | Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (Buna-N) |
| Certification | NSF/ANSI Standard 42 |
Fits Standard 20" Housings
The Pentek EP-20 fits any standard 20-inch filter housing with 2.5" diameter cartridge capacity. Common housings include Pentek 20-BB, 20-C, and similar models from major manufacturers. Compatible with whole-house systems, well water setups, and commercial point-of-entry applications requiring chlorine and sediment reduction.
Replacement Schedule
Municipal Water
Replace every 6 months or 12,000 gallons in chlorinated city water with normal sediment levels
Well Water Systems
Replace more frequently when filtering well water with higher sediment loads or organic content
Flow Rate Drop
Replace when flow rate decreases noticeably or pressure drop exceeds 10 psi across the filter
Taste and Odor Return
Change cartridge immediately if chlorine taste or odor returns, indicating carbon saturation
NSF Certified
Meets NSF/ANSI 42 for materials safety and chlorine reduction performance claims
Drop-In Replacement
Standard 20" x 2.5" dimensions fit existing housings without modification or adapters
High Dirt Capacity
Polyolefin pre-filter and polyethylene netting extend service life in sediment-heavy water
Whole-House Ready
Designed for continuous flow applications with low initial pressure drop and wide temperature tolerance
Pentek EP-20 Carbon Briquette Filter
20" x 2.5" carbon block cartridge removes chlorine taste, odor, and fine sediment down to 5 microns in residential and commercial drinking water systems
Bonded Carbon Block Technology
Dense Carbon Briquette
Compressed powdered activated carbon (PAC) creates a solid block with massive surface area for superior chlorine adsorption and taste improvement
Dual-Action Filtration
Polyolefin pre-filter captures larger particles before water reaches the carbon block, protecting the media and extending the life of the cartridge
5 Micron Rating
Nominal 85% efficiency removes fine sediment, dirt, rust, and turbidity while maintaining consistent flow rates throughout the filter's service life
Wide Temperature Range
Operates reliably from 40 to 180°F with Buna-N gaskets that seal properly in both cold well water and hot commercial applications
Technical Details
| Dimensions | 20" x 2.875" (508 x 73 mm) |
| Micron Rating | 5 micron nominal (85% efficiency) |
| Chlorine Reduction | 90% at 2 ppm, 12,000 gallons at 2 gpm |
| Pressure Drop | 3.4 psi at 2 gpm (initial) |
| Temperature Range | 40 to 180°F (4.4 to 82.2°C) |
| Construction | Bonded PAC, polyolefin pre-filter, PE netting |
| Gasket Material | Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (Buna-N) |
| Certification | NSF/ANSI Standard 42 |
Fits Standard 20" Housings
The Pentek EP-20 fits any standard 20-inch filter housing with 2.5" diameter cartridge capacity. Common housings include Pentek 20-BB, 20-C, and similar models from major manufacturers. Compatible with whole-house systems, well water setups, and commercial point-of-entry applications requiring chlorine and sediment reduction.
Replacement Schedule
Municipal Water
Replace every 6 months or 12,000 gallons in chlorinated city water with normal sediment levels
Well Water Systems
Replace more frequently when filtering well water with higher sediment loads or organic content
Flow Rate Drop
Replace when flow rate decreases noticeably or pressure drop exceeds 10 psi across the filter
Taste and Odor Return
Change cartridge immediately if chlorine taste or odor returns, indicating carbon saturation
NSF Certified
Meets NSF/ANSI 42 for materials safety and chlorine reduction performance claims
Drop-In Replacement
Standard 20" x 2.5" dimensions fit existing housings without modification or adapters
High Dirt Capacity
Polyolefin pre-filter and polyethylene netting extend service life in sediment-heavy water
Whole-House Ready
Designed for continuous flow applications with low initial pressure drop and wide temperature tolerance
Description
Pentek EP-20 Carbon Briquette Filter
20" x 2.5" carbon block cartridge removes chlorine taste, odor, and fine sediment down to 5 microns in residential and commercial drinking water systems
Bonded Carbon Block Technology
Dense Carbon Briquette
Compressed powdered activated carbon (PAC) creates a solid block with massive surface area for superior chlorine adsorption and taste improvement
Dual-Action Filtration
Polyolefin pre-filter captures larger particles before water reaches the carbon block, protecting the media and extending the life of the cartridge
5 Micron Rating
Nominal 85% efficiency removes fine sediment, dirt, rust, and turbidity while maintaining consistent flow rates throughout the filter's service life
Wide Temperature Range
Operates reliably from 40 to 180°F with Buna-N gaskets that seal properly in both cold well water and hot commercial applications
Technical Details
| Dimensions | 20" x 2.875" (508 x 73 mm) |
| Micron Rating | 5 micron nominal (85% efficiency) |
| Chlorine Reduction | 90% at 2 ppm, 12,000 gallons at 2 gpm |
| Pressure Drop | 3.4 psi at 2 gpm (initial) |
| Temperature Range | 40 to 180°F (4.4 to 82.2°C) |
| Construction | Bonded PAC, polyolefin pre-filter, PE netting |
| Gasket Material | Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (Buna-N) |
| Certification | NSF/ANSI Standard 42 |
Fits Standard 20" Housings
The Pentek EP-20 fits any standard 20-inch filter housing with 2.5" diameter cartridge capacity. Common housings include Pentek 20-BB, 20-C, and similar models from major manufacturers. Compatible with whole-house systems, well water setups, and commercial point-of-entry applications requiring chlorine and sediment reduction.
Replacement Schedule
Municipal Water
Replace every 6 months or 12,000 gallons in chlorinated city water with normal sediment levels
Well Water Systems
Replace more frequently when filtering well water with higher sediment loads or organic content
Flow Rate Drop
Replace when flow rate decreases noticeably or pressure drop exceeds 10 psi across the filter
Taste and Odor Return
Change cartridge immediately if chlorine taste or odor returns, indicating carbon saturation
NSF Certified
Meets NSF/ANSI 42 for materials safety and chlorine reduction performance claims
Drop-In Replacement
Standard 20" x 2.5" dimensions fit existing housings without modification or adapters
High Dirt Capacity
Polyolefin pre-filter and polyethylene netting extend service life in sediment-heavy water
Whole-House Ready
Designed for continuous flow applications with low initial pressure drop and wide temperature tolerance
