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Watts (FM-BB-20-1) 20"X4.5" Big Blue Pleated 1 Micron Sediment Filter

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Watts (FM-BB-20-1) 20"X4.5" Big Blue Pleated 1 Micron Sediment Filter

The Watts FM-BB-20-1 is a 20"x4.5" pleated sediment filter engineered for whole-house applications where fine sediment removal at 1 micron is critical. Built with color-coded Plastisol end caps and cleanable pleated polyester media, this Big Blue cartridge delivers reliable performance without surface blinding or flow reduction.
SPECIFICATIONS

Watts FM-BB-20-1 Core Specs

Dimensions
20" x 4.5"
Big Blue standard
Micron Rating
1 Micron
Fine sediment
Media Type
Pleated Polyester
Cleanable & reusable
End Caps
Plastisol
Color-coded
Manufacturer
Watts
Filbur Manufacturing
Application
Whole-House
Sediment filtration
TECHNICAL DETAILS

Filter Specifications

Model Number FM-BB-20-1 (Filbur 20-41201)
Filter Size 20 inch x 4.5 inch (Big Blue)
Micron Rating 1 Micron (nominal)
Media Construction Pleated polyester, cleanable and reusable
End Cap Material Plastisol with color-coded micron reference
Surface Technology No surface blinding design for sustained flow
Housing Compatibility Standard 20" Big Blue filter housings
COMPATIBILITY & APPLICATIONS

Where This Filter Works

The Watts FM-BB-20-1 fits all standard 20 inch Big Blue filter housings and is designed for whole-house sediment filtration in municipal or well water systems. At 1 micron, this filter captures fine sand, silt, rust, and scale that can damage fixtures, appliances, and downstream filtration equipment. The pleated polyester media is cleanable and reusable, making it ideal for applications where sediment loads vary seasonally or where maintenance intervals need to be extended. Compatible with Watts, Pentek, and other major Big Blue housing brands. Use this filter as a primary sediment barrier or as a polishing stage ahead of carbon blocks, UV systems, or reverse osmosis units.

💧 Pro Tip: At 1 micron, this filter works hard in fine sediment applications. Clean it every 30-60 days under high sediment loads to maintain flow, and replace it when the pleats show permanent discoloration or when flow doesn't recover after cleaning. Pairing it with a coarser 5 or 20 micron pre-filter upstream will extend its service life significantly.
The Watts FM-BB-20-1 is a 20"x4.5" pleated sediment filter engineered for whole-house applications where fine sediment removal at 1 micron is critical. Built with color-coded Plastisol end caps and cleanable pleated polyester media, this Big Blue cartridge delivers reliable performance without surface blinding or flow reduction.
SPECIFICATIONS

Watts FM-BB-20-1 Core Specs

Dimensions
20" x 4.5"
Big Blue standard
Micron Rating
1 Micron
Fine sediment
Media Type
Pleated Polyester
Cleanable & reusable
End Caps
Plastisol
Color-coded
Manufacturer
Watts
Filbur Manufacturing
Application
Whole-House
Sediment filtration
TECHNICAL DETAILS

Filter Specifications

Model Number FM-BB-20-1 (Filbur 20-41201)
Filter Size 20 inch x 4.5 inch (Big Blue)
Micron Rating 1 Micron (nominal)
Media Construction Pleated polyester, cleanable and reusable
End Cap Material Plastisol with color-coded micron reference
Surface Technology No surface blinding design for sustained flow
Housing Compatibility Standard 20" Big Blue filter housings
COMPATIBILITY & APPLICATIONS

Where This Filter Works

The Watts FM-BB-20-1 fits all standard 20 inch Big Blue filter housings and is designed for whole-house sediment filtration in municipal or well water systems. At 1 micron, this filter captures fine sand, silt, rust, and scale that can damage fixtures, appliances, and downstream filtration equipment. The pleated polyester media is cleanable and reusable, making it ideal for applications where sediment loads vary seasonally or where maintenance intervals need to be extended. Compatible with Watts, Pentek, and other major Big Blue housing brands. Use this filter as a primary sediment barrier or as a polishing stage ahead of carbon blocks, UV systems, or reverse osmosis units.

💧 Pro Tip: At 1 micron, this filter works hard in fine sediment applications. Clean it every 30-60 days under high sediment loads to maintain flow, and replace it when the pleats show permanent discoloration or when flow doesn't recover after cleaning. Pairing it with a coarser 5 or 20 micron pre-filter upstream will extend its service life significantly.
$57.62
Watts (FM-BB-20-1) 20"X4.5" Big Blue Pleated 1 Micron Sediment Filter
$57.62

Description

The Watts FM-BB-20-1 is a 20"x4.5" pleated sediment filter engineered for whole-house applications where fine sediment removal at 1 micron is critical. Built with color-coded Plastisol end caps and cleanable pleated polyester media, this Big Blue cartridge delivers reliable performance without surface blinding or flow reduction.
SPECIFICATIONS

Watts FM-BB-20-1 Core Specs

Dimensions
20" x 4.5"
Big Blue standard
Micron Rating
1 Micron
Fine sediment
Media Type
Pleated Polyester
Cleanable & reusable
End Caps
Plastisol
Color-coded
Manufacturer
Watts
Filbur Manufacturing
Application
Whole-House
Sediment filtration
TECHNICAL DETAILS

Filter Specifications

Model Number FM-BB-20-1 (Filbur 20-41201)
Filter Size 20 inch x 4.5 inch (Big Blue)
Micron Rating 1 Micron (nominal)
Media Construction Pleated polyester, cleanable and reusable
End Cap Material Plastisol with color-coded micron reference
Surface Technology No surface blinding design for sustained flow
Housing Compatibility Standard 20" Big Blue filter housings
COMPATIBILITY & APPLICATIONS

Where This Filter Works

The Watts FM-BB-20-1 fits all standard 20 inch Big Blue filter housings and is designed for whole-house sediment filtration in municipal or well water systems. At 1 micron, this filter captures fine sand, silt, rust, and scale that can damage fixtures, appliances, and downstream filtration equipment. The pleated polyester media is cleanable and reusable, making it ideal for applications where sediment loads vary seasonally or where maintenance intervals need to be extended. Compatible with Watts, Pentek, and other major Big Blue housing brands. Use this filter as a primary sediment barrier or as a polishing stage ahead of carbon blocks, UV systems, or reverse osmosis units.

💧 Pro Tip: At 1 micron, this filter works hard in fine sediment applications. Clean it every 30-60 days under high sediment loads to maintain flow, and replace it when the pleats show permanent discoloration or when flow doesn't recover after cleaning. Pairing it with a coarser 5 or 20 micron pre-filter upstream will extend its service life significantly.
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