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Tier1 20 inch x 4.5 inch Whole House Pleated Polyester Water Filter (5 Micron)

SKU
TIER1-ECP5-20
Price $29.80 List Price Price $42.99 Save 30%
Availability: BackOrder
Fits most stand housings built for 20-inch x 4.5 inch filter cartridges
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  • 1filter$29.80 
  • 3filters$19.49each
  • 6filters$18.28each
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American Plumber, Culligan, Pentek OR-100 O-Ring for Big Blue Housings

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Fits into most big blue style whole house water filtration system housings

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Tier1 Replacement O-Ring and Lubricant Kit For Whole House Systems Using a 4.5 Inch Replacement Filter

Fits into most big blue style whole house water filtration system housings
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  • Ships fast!
  • Easy installation and filter exchanges within minutes
  • Provides fresh, cleaner tasting water throughout your home
  • Lasts for up to 6 months, depending on use and water quality
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  • Ships fast!
  • Easy installation and filter exchanges within minutes
  • Provides fresh, cleaner tasting water throughout your home
  • Lasts for up to 6 months, depending on use and water quality

Tier1 ECP5-20 Filter Advantages

The Tier1 Pentek ECP5-20BB comparable whole house pleated polyester sediment water filter is ideal for 20 x 4.5-inch whole house filtration systems with chlorinated water. Reduce the fine dirt and sediment that disrupt your home water use. Users can experience this excellent product with the protection of an Unconditional Product Guarantee for Life of the Product. Order the Tier1 Pentek ECP5-20BB comparable whole house sediment water filter today!

Pleated Filter Design

The Tier1 ECP5-20 uses pleated filter design to maximize contaminant exposure to filter media. More time along the media allows for higher capture and retention of unwanted contaminants. This also allows for greater amounts of larger particles of sediment and sand to collect within the pleats of the filter. This pleated design enhances structural stability and helps increase the performance of the filter.

Universal Filter Sizing

The 20 X 4.5 pleated polyester replacement filter by Tier1 is built to fit 20-inch x 4.5-inch filter housings. This standard sizing allows this filter to easily replace existing styles of whole house filters for housings requiring 20 x 4.5 inch filters. The ECP5-20 goes to work immediately providing cleaner, fresher water for up to six months. Enjoy cleaner better water with your whole house replacement filter today.

More Information
Package Qty 1
Used In Brands Hydronix, Liquatec, Pentek, Tier1, Watts
Manufacturer's Id ECP5-20
UPC 700355940937
Advertised Size (in) 20 x 4-1/2
Actual Size (in) 20 inches (length) x 4 1/2 inches (outside diameter)
Actual Size (cm) 50.8 x 11.43
Outside Diameter (inches) 4.5
Media Type Sediment Filter
Media Pleated Polyester
Primary Filter Media Pleated Polyester
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 - 125
Operating Temperature (°C) 4.4 - 51.7
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 20
Flow Rate (lpm) 75.7082
Color White
Country of Manufacture China
Warranty Guarantee Unconditional Product Guarantee for Life of the Product
Includes One Tier1 20 x 4.5 inch Whole House Sediment Water Filter

Reduced Contaminants

The TIER1-ECP5-20 reduces the following contaminants:

  • Dirt
  • Particles
  • Sand
  • Sediment
  • Silt

The TIER1-ECP5-20 is comparable with the following part numbers

255494-43
255496-43
4PAY5
Pentek ECP5-20BB

The TIER1-ECP5-20 fits the following model numbers

W20FFPH1CBPR
CFS22

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