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The Pentair Pentek RFFE20-BB is a 20-inch whole house radial flow iron reduction cartridge designed to filter up to 3 PPM of dissolved iron, eliminating metallic taste and preventing rust stains. Compatible with all 20" Big Blue housings, it’s ideal for well water systems and requires replacement every 3 months for a family of four. NSF-certified and crafted with manganese activated zeolite, it ensures superior water quality and appliance protection throughout your home.



| ASIN | B0025PPF76 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #44,708 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #334 in Replacement Under-Sink Water Filters |
| Brand Name | Pentek |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (549) |
| External Testing Certification | NSF |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00051678263037 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4.5"D x 20"W x 4.5"H |
| Item Type Name | 20-Inch, Whole House Radial Flow Iron Reduction Replacement Cartridge, 20" x 4.5" |
| Item Weight | 3.08 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Pentair Industries |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 155263-43 |
| Material Type | Manganese Activated Zeolite |
| Model Number | RFFE20-BB |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Benefits | Removes Impurities |
| Set Name | Single |
| UPC | 807032975227 115971040907 851905129521 163120786473 182682383944 700999878597 808112763284 160921462131 806294987023 132017517186 051678263037 102930750250 809390005905 798527580180 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
D**N
Safe packaging
Great product, came in safe and sterile packaging which is what you like to see when ordering a filter for drinking water. Does the trick for removing the little bit of iron I have in my water. Definitely recommend
B**S
It just plain works!
I use a sediment filter (DGD-2501) in combination with this Iron Filter (RFFE10-BB) and carbon block filter (EP-BB) in my house water system. Best thing I've done. These just plain work. Change the filters on a yearly basis since it is just two of us in the household...no more brown (iron) deposits/stains !!
D**W
The PERFECT filter for my crappy water!
This filter has changed my life! We live in an area with crappy high iron water. I sometimes have difficulty washing whites because our water leaves iron stains on them. I had a different filter in, suggested by my "water guy," but it just didn't seem to do the job. I installed this Pentek 155263, RFFE20-BB Radial Flow Iron Reduction Cartridge and within MINUTES my water was clearer and cleaner! I can wash whites without spots, and the handmade soaps we use not longer leave sticky soap scum on the tubs and sinks. I have FINALLY gotten rid of the yellow stains left on the fiberglass tub. When I fill up the tub the water no longer has a yellow tinge. It's a bit expensive, but then so are clothes. This filter is the absolute best for my high iron well water!
H**F
Whole house water filtration system.
I just finished installing a complete whole house water filtration system. I used only pentek filters and housings. I'm very happy with the performance of my system and how well it all went together. Here's a breakdown of the all the components I used in my system. I went to great length researching what works and found it wasn't easy going thru each pentek filter and it's function. The goal was to reduce some sediment, iron deposits from old iron pipes and remove any chemical taste. The water tastes great now and is crystal clear. Components: -Pentek Big Blue 20" Filter Housings -Housing Bracket for Big blue 10" and 20" filter Filters IN ORDER: 1-Pentek DGD-2501-20 Spun Polypropylene Filter 20 micron dual stage to 1 micron. 2-Pentek 155263, RFFE20-BB Radial Flow Iron Removing Filter 3-Pentek RFCC-BB Carbon Filter you can add another Filter after the Carbon for media if you want. Not necessary but is an option or run 2 sediment filters in beginning of the system. -Various copper pipes and PVC pipes to build the system. I highly recommend a bypass valve and a way to shut off the water to your filters if you need to change them without losing water pressure to the house. -I experienced nearly 0 PSI drop thru the 3 filters and no noticeable change in flow rate.
L**C
Good Filter, only 6 GPM though not 10 as earlier review states
It should be noted that reviews about this being a 10 GPM filter must refer to some earlier spec of this filter; mine arrived in Pentek packaging (so it appears to be the real deal), but it plainy states "6 gpm" on the label. I placed it in service anyway and over the past week it appears to have dropped the dissolved iron levels in our water considerably. No formal test beyond observation of previous hot spots of iron buildup (still clean !); 6gpm is lower than the 10gpm minimum I was hoping for after seeing the other review, but the drop from 8gpm (my previous rate-restricted by a water softener) to 6 has been minimally noticeable with regular use. I just haven't had it long enough to see if it justifies a glowing review.
M**O
Skip the "Off Brands'
My iron is all undissolved iron at 3ppm or more. By adding just a 1 micron sediment filter it drops to around 0.5ppm (1 ppm at most). I initially had a similar iSpring 20x4.5" Iron filter (similar price too). It lasted maybe 3 weeks 1000 gallons with at most being hit with 1 ppm of iron. I had both 1 micro filter and a carbon filter before it. It doesn't reduce iron at all after 3 weeks. I decided to give it one more shot and try Pentair Iron filter. I probably would have bought the Pentair first had I known it existed. I have had good experience with Pentair. I use Pentair components on my pool. Any way I have again a 1 Micron Filter before this Pentair (also 20x4.5"). But after some research watching videos I put the carbon filter after this iron filter. Some documents say this filter oxidizes the iron and then a post filter needs to pick it up. I'm not sure about that and if that applies to undissolved iron. Any way my Carbon filter is a 0.5 Micron and also made by Pentair. It cost almost as much as the iron filter. The water is perfect now. Pentair claims 80,000 gallons at 1ppm. Should last 2 years. We'll see but it's looking much better than the iSpring filters I installed first. I've been running for 6 weeks and 2000 gallons. I also top off the kitchen sink drinking spigot with a WaterDrop filter that does 0.01 Micron. This is also a GREAT filter and not expensive and should last 2 years (19,000 gallons). Even when the iSpring was falling to get the iron out the water out of the Waterdrop was still perfect.
T**W
I lowered the overall rating because of the extreme price change
I buy these about every six months and they do help to mitigate iron; I use it in front of my brine/resin filter. I was about to order another and saw the price has jumped to $100.66 from $76.03 back in December 2017, a 33% increase! I don't understand Amazon's pricing policies...prices change sometimes right before your eyes. It would be helpful to have two ways to rate purchases, by the product and how it performs along with how Amazon handles sales, returns, pricing etc. This filter is a five-star item but I lowered the overall rating because of the extreme price change. It forced me to look around and I found the same product at witerfilters dot net for about the same as I was paying in December. If you look around you'll find a coupon code that will reduce the price even more, as will a subscription. Again, the filter is fine, but Amazon???
T**S
As someone who has struggled with high iron content in our well water for years, leading to frustrating metallic tastes, unpleasant odors, and stubborn orange staining on fixtures and laundry, finding an effective solution was paramount. After researching various options, I decided to try the Pentek RFFE20-BB Iron Reduction Filter, 20x4.5-Inch, and I am absolutely thrilled with the results – it deserves every one of its five stars! From the moment we installed this filter, the difference was immediate and dramatic. The 20x4.5-inch size was a perfect fit for our whole-house filter system, making the replacement process straightforward. Within hours of flushing the lines, our water was noticeably clearer, tasted fresh and pure, and the metallic tang was completely gone. What truly impresses me is its iron reduction capability. We no longer see any new orange stains forming in our sinks, toilets, or washing machine. Our white laundry stays brilliantly white, and even bathing is a more pleasant experience without the lingering iron smell. This filter has genuinely protected our plumbing and appliances from the corrosive and staining effects of iron, which will undoubtedly save us money and hassle in the long run. The build quality feels robust, suggesting good longevity and performance between changes. It consistently delivers clean, great-tasting water throughout our entire home. If you're battling iron issues in your water supply, do yourself a favor and invest in the Pentek RFFE20-BB. It's a game-changer and has significantly improved our daily lives. Highly, highly recommended!
J**K
A bit pricey but definitely reduces iron - we use it in our mail supply and after the pressure pump - roughly lasts about 2 months for a family of 3.
P**R
Perfekt, genau das was ich brauchte. Kann diesen Artikel nur weiter empfehlen.
M**.
Such a great value for your money. We usually buy it from the Water Store in town and one alone costs $400. They work perfect for our water filtration system. LOVE a great deal on amazon!
A**R
Hmmm, I had iron in my water at one point but the do a great job of cleaning things up.
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