Filteroo® 8" Rain & City Water Gravity Carbon Block Filter Cartridge
- Removes Chlorine & Chloramine
- Blocks Bugs & Bacteria
- Tasty Water with Minerals Retained
This carbon block cartridge is designed for compatibility with any gravity water filter that can accommodate its dimensions. Measuring 200mm in height and 60mm in diameter, it serves as an excellent option for both Filteroo® Blue and Filteroo® Ceramic gravity water filters, which are utilized for purifying rainwater collected from tanks or treated municipal tap water.
The cartridge features a standard 12.5mm threaded end, allowing for easy installation in any gravity water filter, provided that the top tank has a hole size ranging from a minimum of 12.5mm to a maximum of approximately 20mm. (Please note: If necessary, the hole in the top tank of your water filter can be drilled or filed to achieve the required 12.5mm size.)
This cartridge offers a significantly higher flow rate compared to ceramic gravity candles, demonstrating exceptional test results and producing contaminant-free, palatable water.
When filtering rainwater, this cartridge effectively eliminates bacteria and other microorganisms, while also safeguarding against herbicides, pesticides, and lead that may be present from roof runoff. Many users praise the taste of their rainwater, but it becomes even more enjoyable after passing through a high-quality carbon block like this one.
For treated municipal water, the cartridge provides similar protection against bacteria and other pathogens, boasting impressive removal rates for common contaminants such as chlorine and its by-products. Additionally, it offers defense against herbicides, pesticides, and heavy metals that may be found in the water supply.
Constructed from premium-grade carbon, this Filteroo® rain and city water carbon block gravity water filtration cartridge employs both mechanical filtration and physical adsorption techniques to effectively reduce a wide range of drinking water contaminants, addressing both aesthetic and health-related concerns.
The cartridge features a smooth outer shell that is compressed to resist sediments, cysts, bacteria, and other impurities. The carbon's pore structure allows for adequate contact time, making it particularly effective in enhancing taste and odor.
You will find it challenging to discover a superior carbon block gravity cartridge than this one.
Operating Performance
Working parameters
Working ph range 5.5 - 9.5
Nominal Flow Rate
Gravity
Capacity
To guarantee performance replace every 1400 Litres or every 12 months when water flow becomes to slow, whichever comes first.
Size
- Height 140mm
- Diameter 60mm
- Hole diameter 12.5mm minimum to 20mm maximum
- Model: 5.5" Silver Impregnated Carbon Block with Lead Removal Treatment
Long-Lasting Service Life Of 12 Months
Cartridges are very easy to replace and only have to be changed over as required, or every 12 months, whichever comes first. They have a recommended maximum life of 1400 litres.
Due to the filtration of particulate & sediments from the water during use, the flow of water from the filter may reduce over a period of time.
If your cartridge water flow rate slows down it is normally only because the outside of the cartridge has blocked with fine sediments. These sediments do build up and can slow the flow rate over time dependant on the volume of sediments in the water supply used to fill the top tank.
To restore the water flow to its normal level, simply remove the cartridge and follow the backwashing instructions to backflush the cartridge and push sediments back out of the cartridge.
If after backwashing the water flow is still slow, you can also get some 100 grit sandpaper or a new Skotchbrite scour pad & scrub the outside of the cartridge under a flowing tap, ensuring that the open-ended thread does not contact the water to avoid contamination. Scrub harshly as this cartridge is quite thick & can be scrubbed clean many times.
Cleanliness is important, wash your hands before handling the cartridge and take care to ensure that no contamination of the cartridge occurs during cleaning. Use a glove or similar so your hands don't touch the cartridge as much as possible.
NEVER WASH WITH DETERGENTS OR SECOND-HAND SCOURER PADS.
If the filter is left to stand for more than 3 - 4 days without use, it is recommended that one litre of water be allowed to flow through the cartridge to waste before using.
Test Results
- Chlorine - 99%
- Chloramines - 99%
- Chloride - 98.2%
- PFAS - 99.99%
- Heavy Metals- >90%
- Nitrates - 99%
- Nitrites - 99.99%
- Bacteria - 99.99%
- Crysptosporidium - 99.99%
| Contaminant Removal | Performance | Capacity in Litres* |
| Chlorine | 99% when new, >90% for the life of the cartridge | 2000L |
| Chloramine | 99% when new, >90% for the life of the cartridge | 1700L |
|
Lead Lead pH6.5 @150ppb (NSF53) |
99% when new, >90% for the life of the cartridge | 1500L |
| Bacteria | 99.99% for the life of the cartridge | 1500L |
| Cyst | 99% when new, >90% for the life of the cartridge | 2000L |
Product Specifications
- The carbon cartridge is 200mm (8”) in height & 60mm in diameter.
- The cartridge threaded stem that holds the cartridge into place is 12.5mm in diameter and 34mm in length
- The cartridge threaded stem length with the washer on is 30mm
- Weight is approximately 385 grams
- Life Span: 1400 litres or 12 months whichever comes first