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Tier1 RFC-20BB 20 X 4.5 Radial Flow Granular Activated Carbon Replacement Filter (25 micron)

SKU
TIER1-RFC-20BB
Price $43.91 List Price Price $62.99 Save 30%
Availability: In Stock
Fits most standard housings built for 20-inch x 4.5 inch filter cartridges
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  • 1filter$43.91 
  • 3filters$30.35each
  • 6filters$28.23each
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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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  • Nominal 25 micron Radial Flow Carbon Water Filter Cartridge
  • Reduces chlorine taste and odor to provide better tasting water throughout your home
  • This cartridge features a unique design that reduces carbon fines in filtered water
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  • Ships fast!
  • Nominal 25 micron Radial Flow Carbon Water Filter Cartridge
  • Reduces chlorine taste and odor to provide better tasting water throughout your home
  • This cartridge features a unique design that reduces carbon fines in filtered water

Tier1 RFC-20BB Filter Advantages

The RFC-20BB Whole House Filter Replacement Cartridge by Tier1 is an ideal water filtration solution. The unique design allows a greater reduction of carbon fines. If you have had significant issues with chlorine taste and odor the RFC-20BB whole house filter replacement cartridge by Tier1, will make your water taste great. This filter provides superior quality water compared to that of other aftermarket filters. This simple to install filter needs to be changed once every six months, or every 100,000 gallons whatever comes first. Be sure to order this affordably priced filter today!

Standardized Filter Sizing

The 20 X 4.5 granular activated carbon 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 RFC-20BB goes to work immediately providing cleaner, fresher and better tasting water for up to six months. Enjoy cleaner better tasting water with your whole house replacement filter today.

NOTE: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

More Information
Package Qty 1
Used In Brands Pentek
Manufacturer's Id RFC-20BB
UPC 641945742428
Advertised Size (in) 20 x 4-1/2
Actual Size (in) 20 inches (Length) x 4.5 inches (Outside Diameter)
Actual Size (cm) 50.8 x 11.43
Outside Diameter (inches) 4.5
Media Type Carbon Filter
Media Radial Flow Granular Activated Carbon
Primary Filter Media Granular Activated Carbon
Materials of Construction Porous Polyethylene
Filter Life (gallons) 100,000
Filter Life (liters) 378541
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 25
Operating Temperature (°F) 40 - 125
Operating Temperature (°C) 4.4 - 51.7
Maximum Temperature (°F) 125
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 4
Color White
Country of Manufacture Taiwan
Warranty Guarantee Unconditional Guarantee for Life of the Product
Includes One Tier1 20 x 4.5 inch granular activated carbon replacement filter

Reduced Contaminants

The TIER1-RFC-20BB reduces the following contaminants:

  • Chlorine Taste & Odor
  • Rust and Corrosion

The TIER1-RFC-20BB is comparable with the following part numbers

PENTEK-RFC20-BB

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