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product_id: 2053702
title: "3M Aqua-Pure AP917HD Genuine Whole House Sanitary Quick Change Replacement Water Filter for AP903 System, Reduces Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor"
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# 20 GPM peak flow rate 100,000-gallon capacity Sanitary Quick Change design 3M Aqua-Pure AP917HD Genuine Whole House Sanitary Quick Change Replacement Water Filter for AP903 System, Reduces Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor

**Brand:** aqua-pure
**Price:** R8940
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Elevate your home’s water game with effortless purity and taste!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 3M Aqua-Pure AP917HD Genuine Whole House Sanitary Quick Change Replacement Water Filter for AP903 System, Reduces Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor by aqua-pure
- **How much does it cost?** R8940 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- aqua-pure enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted aqua-pure brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Taste the Difference:** Reduces chlorine taste and odor for crisp, refreshing water
- • **Certified Peace of Mind:** NSF Standard 42 certified for trusted sediment reduction
- • **Effortless Filter Swaps:** Sanitary Quick Change system means zero mess, zero fuss
- • **Endless Clean Water Flow:** Filters up to 100,000 gallons for long-lasting purity
- • **Peak Performance Under Pressure:** Handles up to 20 gallons per minute without compromise

## Overview

The 3M Aqua-Pure AP917HD is a high-capacity, NSF-certified whole house water filter cartridge designed for the AP903 system. Featuring a 100,000-gallon lifespan and a sanitary quick change design, it reduces sediment, chlorine taste, and odor while maintaining peak flow rates up to 20 GPM. Ideal for professionals seeking reliable, clean water throughout their home with minimal maintenance.

## Description

Product Description Whole house water filter systems are great solutions to help protect your pipes and appliances from sediment buildup and chlorine as well as offering you great tasting drinking water from anywhere in the home. 3M Aqua-Pure Whole House Sanitary Quick Change Replacement Water Filter AP917HD is designed for the 3M Aqua-Pure AP903 Whole House Sanitary Quick Change Water Filter System. The AP917HD contains filter media that reduce sediment, chlorine taste and odor. It improves water quality and taste while supplying cleaner, clearer water to every water source point in the house. The innovative Sanitary Quick Change (SQC) design, an industry first for this application, allows for fast and easy cartridge change-outs without having to contact the filter media or the need for a filter wrench. Tested and verified by manufacturer's laboratory. Replace every 12 months, at 100,000 gallons of use, or sooner if a noticeable reduction in flow occurs. From the Manufacturer The 3M CUNO Aqua-Pure AP917HD filter cartridge is a Sanitary Quick Change (SQC) style filter cartridge that reduces sediment, dirt, and rust at the 5 micron level with a flow rate of 20 gpm. The AP917HD filter cartridge is for use with the AP903 whole house water filter system. In addition, the AP917HD has a 100,000 gallon capacity. Order the AP917HD for better water quality.

Review: Great price, great system, simple solution! - We purchased our new, last, forever home recently and we loved everything about it, except the water smelled horrible. We have always preferred well water, but we didn't remember the water smelling this bad when we inspected the home prior to closing. We tried the activated charcoal shower head filters, but they did very little, if anything and I was beginning to think this was never going to be mitigated. We looked at every method out there and this system looked like the best option, if it would work. The filter changing method is by far the best available, so we settled on the Aqua-Pure. I installed it with CPVC and added added a spin down sediment filter in front. It took about 3 hours to plumb. After finishing late that evening, we checked the shower for smell and it was still there, but not as bad. By the next day it was completely gone and has been that way since. We had to cycle all of the old water out of the water heater before the smell would subside. We have had clean, odor free water for a month now and I can't say enough good things about this product. We'll see how long the filter lasts, but I'm hopefully optimistic that we can get 6 months to a year before a change. Great price, great system, simple solution. Update: 2 1/2 months later and our water is still odorless. I see some low ratings for this product and I believe the premature filter changes are due to not using a sediment filter in front of the AquaPure system. I use a 50 micron spin down filter in front and I have to backwash weekly and swap the reusable filter monthly due to sediment buildup. If I didn't have the spin down in front, I would probably have plugged up the AquaPure by now. 3M CLEARLY RECOMMENDS using a sediment filter in front and I believe I will get the maximum longevity from the AquaPure as a result. When my spin down filter is clean, I have maximum water pressure from my well. Update - August 15th, 2021: We have now been using this filter for 5 months and we have learned much about our well. Our well is 480'+ deep and only has a flow rate of 3gpm. Our previous home had a well not as deep but it had better water flow. We found out the hard way that you can't run a slip and slide for the grandkids without putting a strain on the well. When it gets overused, we see a lot of algae show up in our spin down filter, that is in front of our AquaPure filter. The algae clogs the spin down filter, which is a 50 micron filter, so we have to backwash it multiple times daily to restore optimal water pressure in our home. Our water without filtering is extremely smelly, like bad eggs, but the Aquapure filter removes 100% of the odor. I have seen a lot of people complain that the filter doesn't last long, but I am convinced that is because those individuals didn't use a prefilter on their system. The directions strongly recommend having a pre-filter in front of the Aquapure and I suggest a 50 micron spin down, because we have been going strong for 5 months with our Aquapure and I am amazed it is able to remove every bit of the odor. I believe we will get close to 12 months use from it. I am very pleased with our iSpring 50 micron spin down filter, as well. I will update when it becomes necessary to change the AquaPure. I would give it 6 stars if possible. One additional note. The AP917HD-S, AP917HD and AP910R all are interchangeable with the AquaPure quick change system. I purchased replacement filters, so I would have them when I needed a replacement. I tried the AP910R, because it still says in the description that it had activated carbon filter, but that is not true. The AP910R DOES NOT contain any activated carbon, whereas the AP917HD-S & AP917HD do. The AP910R did not remove any odor from my water, so don't make the same mistake and buy the AP902 system or AP910R replacement filter if you are trying to remove bad odor from your water.
Review: Perfect whole house filter - Best whole house filter. Works amazing with my well water. Filters out the rust and hard minerals. Our water was never palatable till we installed this filter, now it tastes great.

## Features

- WATER PURIFICATION: Experience the ease of a home water filtration system with the 3M Aqua-Pure Whole House Sanitary Quick Change Replacement Water Filter AP917HD. Designed specifically for the 3M Aqua-Pure AP903, these water filters ensure a seamless fit and optimal performance, providing clean, clear water throughout your home.
- EASY MAINTENANCE: Appreciate the simplicity of the Sanitary Quick Change (SQC) design, a key feature of this water filter whole house system. The whole house filter allows for fast and easy change-outs, reducing the risk of contamination during the replacement process and making maintenance a breeze.
- TASTE ENHANCEMENT: Enjoy the benefits of cleaner, clearer water with this water filter replacement, which effectively reduces sediment and chlorine taste and odor. These filters not only enhance the taste of your drinking water and provide better water for cooking, but also protect your appliances from sediment buildup.
- HIGH CAPACITY: Take advantage of the impressive 100,000-gallon capacity of this replacement cartridge, featuring an activated carbon filter with a nominal heavy-duty particulate reduction rating of 5 microns. This high capacity ensures consistent water quality at high flow rates of 10 gpm and even at intermittent peak flow rates of 20 gpm, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of this filter for a longer period before needing a replacement.
- CERTIFIED QUALITY: Trust in the quality of this NSF Standard 42 certified filter, which is certified to reduce sediment by one of the world's most respected independent certification organizations. This certification provides an added layer of assurance about the filter's performance and the quality of your home's water supply, giving you peace of mind that you are providing your household with clean water.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005XA9SVE |
| Best Sellers Rank | #7,915 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #87 in Replacement Under-Sink Water Filters |
| Brand | Aqua-Pure |
| Compatible Water Purifier Models | 3M AP903 |
| Date First Available | April 24, 2012 |
| External Testing Certification | NSF |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00016145252303 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 5.94 pounds |
| Item model number | 5621006 |
| Manufacturer | 3M |
| Material | Activated Carbon |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Benefits | Reduces Chlorine, Bad Taste and Odor |
| Product Dimensions | 4.06"D x 4.06"W x 20.06"H |
| UPC | 016145252303 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **External Testing Certification:** NSF
- **Item Weight:** 2.7 Kilograms
- **Material:** Activated Carbon
- **Product Benefits:** Reduces Chlorine, Bad Taste and Odor
- **Product Dimensions:** 4.06"D x 4.06"W x 20.06"H

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Has anyone tried both replacement filters - hd-s vs hd and noticed any difference in water quality? thx**
A: Yes.  The HD-S keeps all of the scale build up off of my shower heads and dishwasher.  We use to use the HD and it worked great for the chlorine, but did nothing for the scale build up.

**Q: If this one will reduce water pressure?**
A: I have a 2.5 story new house, and it's been installed since we moved in 7 months ago.  We have never had great water pressure, and two people can't shower at the same time.  I just tried bypassing the filer, and there's much better pressure.  So yes it does reduce pressure, but I guess that's to be expected with a good filter that removes debris down to 5 microns...

**Q: this says it can filter 100,000 gallons of water, me and my wife only use about 37,000 gallons a year, does it it mean it will last 2+ years.**
A: This depends entirely on your water quality. I don't every see anywhere close to 100,000 gallons on mine before I start to get reduced pressure. If I had a one story house I could probably get longer, but I have to replace this every 12 to 18 months.. and I use less than 40k gallons a year. That being said, I live in AZ and my water quality is horrible.. and this filter makes a HUGE difference.

**Q: Is this any good against bacteria/fungi/viruses? Want to know for my house in Mexico.**
A: No.  The filter only removes particulate matter.  The material it contains is granular activated charcoal (GAC), the same substance that hospital ERs use to treat persons who have ingested poisonous material into their stomachs.  The filter also removes chlorine, the substance that kills bacteria in water.  If your water source is not treated with chlorine or similar anti-bacterial methods, you should not drink it.  Think of chlorine as a protective wrapper.  The filter removes the wrapper prior to drinking the water.  If you buy a sandwich from a store, it comes in a protective wrapper.  You don't eat the wrapper with the sandwich.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great price, great system, simple solution!
*by I***S on April 6, 2021*

We purchased our new, last, forever home recently and we loved everything about it, except the water smelled horrible. We have always preferred well water, but we didn't remember the water smelling this bad when we inspected the home prior to closing. We tried the activated charcoal shower head filters, but they did very little, if anything and I was beginning to think this was never going to be mitigated. We looked at every method out there and this system looked like the best option, if it would work. The filter changing method is by far the best available, so we settled on the Aqua-Pure. I installed it with CPVC and added added a spin down sediment filter in front. It took about 3 hours to plumb. After finishing late that evening, we checked the shower for smell and it was still there, but not as bad. By the next day it was completely gone and has been that way since. We had to cycle all of the old water out of the water heater before the smell would subside. We have had clean, odor free water for a month now and I can't say enough good things about this product. We'll see how long the filter lasts, but I'm hopefully optimistic that we can get 6 months to a year before a change. Great price, great system, simple solution. Update: 2 1/2 months later and our water is still odorless. I see some low ratings for this product and I believe the premature filter changes are due to not using a sediment filter in front of the AquaPure system. I use a 50 micron spin down filter in front and I have to backwash weekly and swap the reusable filter monthly due to sediment buildup. If I didn't have the spin down in front, I would probably have plugged up the AquaPure by now. 3M CLEARLY RECOMMENDS using a sediment filter in front and I believe I will get the maximum longevity from the AquaPure as a result. When my spin down filter is clean, I have maximum water pressure from my well. Update - August 15th, 2021: We have now been using this filter for 5 months and we have learned much about our well. Our well is 480'+ deep and only has a flow rate of 3gpm. Our previous home had a well not as deep but it had better water flow. We found out the hard way that you can't run a slip and slide for the grandkids without putting a strain on the well. When it gets overused, we see a lot of algae show up in our spin down filter, that is in front of our AquaPure filter. The algae clogs the spin down filter, which is a 50 micron filter, so we have to backwash it multiple times daily to restore optimal water pressure in our home. Our water without filtering is extremely smelly, like bad eggs, but the Aquapure filter removes 100% of the odor. I have seen a lot of people complain that the filter doesn't last long, but I am convinced that is because those individuals didn't use a prefilter on their system. The directions strongly recommend having a pre-filter in front of the Aquapure and I suggest a 50 micron spin down, because we have been going strong for 5 months with our Aquapure and I am amazed it is able to remove every bit of the odor. I believe we will get close to 12 months use from it. I am very pleased with our iSpring 50 micron spin down filter, as well. I will update when it becomes necessary to change the AquaPure. I would give it 6 stars if possible. One additional note. The AP917HD-S, AP917HD and AP910R all are interchangeable with the AquaPure quick change system. I purchased replacement filters, so I would have them when I needed a replacement. I tried the AP910R, because it still says in the description that it had activated carbon filter, but that is not true. The AP910R DOES NOT contain any activated carbon, whereas the AP917HD-S & AP917HD do. The AP910R did not remove any odor from my water, so don't make the same mistake and buy the AP902 system or AP910R replacement filter if you are trying to remove bad odor from your water.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect whole house filter
*by R***H on January 14, 2026*

Best whole house filter. Works amazing with my well water. Filters out the rust and hard minerals. Our water was never palatable till we installed this filter, now it tastes great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Improves taste, smell significantly and "softens" water adequately.
*by E***K on July 13, 2024*

I own this and got it installed about 3 weeks ago. I have city water. I did testing beforehand and saw that my tap water was high in alkalinity and calcium. I had a plumber install the full version of this filter that includes the descaler. Plumber had to cut open a hole in my townhouse garage wall. $1,400 for plumber. Great result though with very nice looking piping, very discreet and right up against the wall. The water was immediately noticeably better, after a 5-10 minute flush of the filter. Even though it is just a water conditioner/descaler rather than a softener, it has a significant softening effect. The chrome and glass in my bathrooms have already improved a lot in just a few weeks. I would say the water smells, tastes, and feels 80% better. Super easy to change the filter, so no reason this won't work perfectly for 20+ years. They could possibly even upgrade the replacement filter cartridge design in the future. It did reduce my water pressure 5-10%, not enough to care, but that was probably partially due to the loop in piping my plumber had to make. It does seem like the water pressure has improved a little recently though, so it is possible the descaler has helped increase the diameter of the piping throughout the house by loosening up some of the lime buildup in the pipes. It is most noticeable when just washing your hands. The water has a slightly slippery feel like a water softener, although only about half as slippery. I think water any softer feeling than this would be overkill. My plumber said that his company usually rebrands a nearly identical water filter to this and charges over $1,100 for it, so this is a great deal comparatively. Hard to imagine really needing more filtration or softening than this. I wouldn't waste the water pressure or time or money on a prefilter for this if you have city water; just replace the filter every so often. Over the years, it probably pays for itself at least halfway due to the increased life you get from your water heater, dishwasher, clothes washer, toilets, faucets, and fridge. I rate the overall effect and quality of this product a 9 out of 10. I still use a Brita for my drinking water because I didn't want to just throw it out, and it seems like this filtered water going into your Brita makes your Brita filters last way longer if you still want to use that.

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