Description

The Pleated Filter 20″ Big Blue 4.5″ is a high-capacity, washable sediment filter designed to remove sand, silt, rust, dirt, and other suspended particles from water. Manufactured from durable pleated polyester media, it provides a significantly larger filtration surface area than conventional sediment cartridges, resulting in higher flow rates, lower pressure drop, and an extended service life.

Unlike disposable sediment cartridges, the pleated filter can be cleaned and reused multiple times, making it a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for residential, commercial, and industrial water filtration systems. It is commonly installed as the first stage of a filtration system to protect carbon filters, reverse osmosis membranes, pumps, valves, and water-using appliances from sediment damage.

Features:

• Manufactured from high-quality pleated polyester filter media.
• Washable and reusable for extended service life.
• Large filtration surface area for increased dirt-holding capacity.
• High flow rates with minimal pressure loss.
• Effectively removes sand, rust, silt, dirt, and suspended particles.
• Protects downstream filters, RO membranes, pumps, and appliances.
• Durable construction for long-lasting performance.
• Excellent resistance to most water treatment chemicals.
• Easy to clean and maintain.
• Compatible with most standard 20″ Big Blue (4.5″) filter housings.

Specifications:

• Filter Size: 20″ Big Blue (4.5″ Diameter).
• Filter Media: Pleated Polyester.
• Construction: Washable pleated sediment filter.
• Micron Ratings: Available in 1, 5, 10, 20, and 50 microns.
• Maximum Operating Temperature: 60°C.
• Reusable: Yes.
• Housing Compatibility: Standard 20″ Big Blue (4.5″) filter housings.

Applications:

• Whole-house water filtration systems.
• Borehole water filtration.
• Municipal water filtration.
• Reverse osmosis pre-filtration.
• Commercial water treatment.
• Industrial process water filtration.
• Irrigation systems.
• Food and beverage processing.
• Pump and appliance protection.
• General sediment removal.

Installation:

Install the cartridge into a compatible 20″ Big Blue (4.5″) filter housing, ensuring all O-rings and seals are clean and correctly positioned before tightening the housing. Flush the filter thoroughly before use to remove any manufacturing residue. Clean the cartridge periodically by rinsing it under clean running water or using a soft brush to remove accumulated sediment. Replace the cartridge if it becomes damaged or can no longer be effectively cleaned.

Why Choose the Pleated Filter 20″ Big Blue 4.5″?

• Washable and reusable for reduced maintenance costs.
• Larger filtration surface area than standard sediment cartridges.
• High dirt-holding capacity for longer service intervals.
• Excellent flow rates with minimal pressure drop.
• Protects reverse osmosis membranes, pumps, valves, and appliances.
• Durable polyester construction for long service life.
• Available in multiple micron ratings to suit different water conditions.
• Fits standard 20″ Big Blue (4.5″) filter housings.
• Ideal for residential, commercial, and industrial water filtration applications.