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product_id: 417183722
title: "Pentek (6.4cm X 25cm) - Pentair CBC-10 Carbon Water Filter, 25cm, Under Sink Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 25cm x 6.4cm, 0.5 Micron"
brand: "pentek"
price: "R1859"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Pentek"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/417183722-pentek-6-4cm-x-25cm-pentair-cbc-10-carbon-water
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region: South Africa
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# 0.5 micron ultra-fine filtration 20,000 gallon high capacity Fits all standard 10" housings Pentek (6.4cm X 25cm) - Pentair CBC-10 Carbon Water Filter, 25cm, Under Sink Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 25cm x 6.4cm, 0.5 Micron

**Brand:** pentek
**Price:** R1859
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Elevate your water game—because clean water is the new luxury

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Pentek (6.4cm X 25cm) - Pentair CBC-10 Carbon Water Filter, 25cm, Under Sink Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 25cm x 6.4cm, 0.5 Micron by pentek
- **How much does it cost?** R1859 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/417183722-pentek-6-4cm-x-25cm-pentair-cbc-10-carbon-water)

## Best For

- pentek enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Taste the Difference:** Eliminates chlorine, bad taste, and odors for premium drinking water
- • **Certified Peace of Mind:** NSF & ANSI certified to guarantee trusted water quality
- • **Crystal-Clear Hydration:** Removes 99.95% of protozoan cysts for pure, safe water
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly fits all 10" filter housings for easy upgrades
- • **Long-Lasting Performance:** Filters up to 20,000 gallons before replacement—year-round freshness

## Overview

The Pentek CBC-10 Carbon Water Filter is a 25cm under-sink replacement cartridge featuring bonded powdered activated carbon with a 0.5 micron filtration rating. Certified by NSF and ANSI, it effectively reduces chlorine, bad taste, odors, VOCs, and 99.95% of protozoan cysts like Cryptosporidium and Giardia. Designed to fit all standard 10" housings, it delivers up to 20,000 gallons of high-quality water, making it an essential upgrade for health-conscious professionals seeking reliable, great-tasting hydration.

## Description

155162-43 Features: -Reduces fine sediment, chlorine taste and odor, and protozoan cysts in residential and commercial drinking water. -Nominal filtration rating of 0.5 micron. -Bonded PAC media with polyolefin wraps and polyethylene netting. -Initial pressure drop at 2 gpm 3.7 psi. -Removal of protozoan cysts 99.95%. -Chlorine reduction capacity 20,000 gallons at 2 gpm. Product Type: -Whole house. Filter Component: -Replacement filter. Dimensions: Overall Height - Top to Bottom: -9.75". Overall Width - Side to Side: -2.88". Overall Depth - Front to Back: -2.88". Overall Product Weight: -1.12 lbs. Specifications: NSF Certified: -Yes.

Review: Pratique - Conforme et facile d’installation
Review: Great filter for my 3 stage setup - I love these filters. I have a three stage setup in my RV. I use a 5 micron then a 1 micron and then this carbon block. The water tastes great or actually it doesn't taste like mud or whatever local nasty stuff is in the water. The water doesn't taste like like a high end battled water because they add salts for flavor. This thing removes almost all flavor. Its just plain clean water. I do get a pressure drop after all three filters but this carbon filter preforms better than any others I've tried. My shower isnt getting tons of water deposit anymore. I filled two bowls with water one filtered from my three stage and one unfiltered, covered them with paper towel and let them evaporate. The filtered bowl still had deposits but it was small and minimal, more like a film of dust at the bottom. The unfiltered had yellow/tan crystals that formed in the bottom. It looked like beach sand. If you wanted to try this but fast just boil 1/2 a cup of water in a pan until its all gone. Just make sure to watch it and dont let your pan burn! Some cites have deep wells where they get the water but its not always clean and sometimes doesn't pass regulations. Every once in a while when I change my filters I have chunks of nasty stuck to my first stage filter. sometimes it looks like metal and other times it looks like ectoplasmic residue from ghost busters. I could never drink city/well water. Some day I hope to setup a Reverse Osmosis so I can have clean water from almost any source. I love the water in Colorado but even that has salmon spawn in it :) After about 3-4 months I have to change my filters because they are clogged. My first two stages are heavy as rocks.

## Features

- HIGH-CAPACITY SMALL PARTICULATE REDUCTION of bad taste & odor, chlorine and certain VOCs to provide great tasting drinking water
- FITS ALL 10" Housings and can replace any 2.5" x 10" carbon water filter
- EFFECTIVE AT FILTERING Cryptosporidium and Giardia cysts
- NSF INTERNATIONAL d and certified for your peace of mind
- 20,000 GALLON CAPACITY. Replace every 1 year or when you notice a drop in water pressure or water quality

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000UQPONM |
| Best Sellers Rank | #72,216 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #261 in Water Filter Cartridges |
| Brand | Pentek |
| Brand Name | Pentek |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 849 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 3 Months |
| External Testing Certification | NSF, ANSI |
| External testing certification | NSF, ANSI |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00051678162439 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 6.4D x 6.4W x 25.4H centimeters |
| Item Type Name | Standard Residential Under-the-Counter Carbon Water Filter, 10-Inch, Carbon Block Cartridge with Bonded Powered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 3” x 10”, 0.5 Micron |
| Item Weight | 0.94 Pounds |
| Item weight | 0.94 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Pentek |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 155162-43 |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Number | CBC-10 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Product Benefits | Reduces chlorine, bad taste & odor, and certain VOCs for great tasting drinking water |
| Product benefits | Reduces chlorine , bad taste & odor, and certain VOCs for great tasting drinking water |
| Product dimensions | 6.4D x 6.4W x 25.4H centimeters |
| Set Name | Simple |
| UPC | 051678162439 733353219194 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **External testing certification:** NSF, ANSI
- **Item weight:** 0.94 Pounds
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Product benefits:** Reduces chlorine, bad taste & odor, and certain VOCs for great tasting drinking water
- **Product dimensions:** 6.4D x 6.4W x 25.4H centimeters

## Images

![Pentek (6.4cm X 25cm) - Pentair CBC-10 Carbon Water Filter, 25cm, Under Sink Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 25cm x 6.4cm, 0.5 Micron - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61DdLXwNXVL.jpg)
![Pentek (6.4cm X 25cm) - Pentair CBC-10 Carbon Water Filter, 25cm, Under Sink Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 25cm x 6.4cm, 0.5 Micron - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71dzl9moqaL.jpg)
![Pentek (6.4cm X 25cm) - Pentair CBC-10 Carbon Water Filter, 25cm, Under Sink Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 25cm x 6.4cm, 0.5 Micron - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81OcIJdgUCL.jpg)
![Pentek (6.4cm X 25cm) - Pentair CBC-10 Carbon Water Filter, 25cm, Under Sink Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 25cm x 6.4cm, 0.5 Micron - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715IR0LcDcL.jpg)
![Pentek (6.4cm X 25cm) - Pentair CBC-10 Carbon Water Filter, 25cm, Under Sink Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 25cm x 6.4cm, 0.5 Micron - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61v+Xvp6bRL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will it fit an american plumber w38-pra   ????**
A: Donald,
Your W38PRA Housing should fit any 10" x 2.5" cartridges.
GoldenGates

**Q: what are the dimensions of this filter? Is it the 10" or one that fits the 4/5"?**
A: This is the filter for the (almost) 5" long (tall) filter housing.  The filter is just a wee bit over 4-3/4" long by a tiny bit over 2-7/8" diameter.

**Q: Is this a pre or post filter**
A: Most use it as a pre-filter, but you can use it as post in certain applications

**Q: Regarding pentek cbc-10 carbon block filter cartridge, 9-3/4" x 2-7/8", 0.5 micron , will it work with omni sfm2 seria a filter  ?**
A: Not sure but try to get the dimensions of the Omni filter and compare to the Pentek to see if they are close.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pratique
*by C***N on 8 December 2019*

Conforme et facile d’installation

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great filter for my 3 stage setup
*by J***R on 7 June 2014*

I love these filters. I have a three stage setup in my RV. I use a 5 micron then a 1 micron and then this carbon block. The water tastes great or actually it doesn't taste like mud or whatever local nasty stuff is in the water. The water doesn't taste like like a high end battled water because they add salts for flavor. This thing removes almost all flavor. Its just plain clean water. I do get a pressure drop after all three filters but this carbon filter preforms better than any others I've tried. My shower isnt getting tons of water deposit anymore. I filled two bowls with water one filtered from my three stage and one unfiltered, covered them with paper towel and let them evaporate. The filtered bowl still had deposits but it was small and minimal, more like a film of dust at the bottom. The unfiltered had yellow/tan crystals that formed in the bottom. It looked like beach sand. If you wanted to try this but fast just boil 1/2 a cup of water in a pan until its all gone. Just make sure to watch it and dont let your pan burn! Some cites have deep wells where they get the water but its not always clean and sometimes doesn't pass regulations. Every once in a while when I change my filters I have chunks of nasty stuck to my first stage filter. sometimes it looks like metal and other times it looks like ectoplasmic residue from ghost busters. I could never drink city/well water. Some day I hope to setup a Reverse Osmosis so I can have clean water from almost any source. I love the water in Colorado but even that has salmon spawn in it :) After about 3-4 months I have to change my filters because they are clogged. My first two stages are heavy as rocks.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ True 0.5 microns, and removes everything including color from tanins, which is hard!
*by K***R on 10 August 2025*

High quality and true dense 0.5 microns. The water from my well is pretty good and odorless, but has a color from tanins (I had already tested iron filters). In the pictures, the first 2 cups on the right were 2 different carbon filters of 5 microns and different brands. Then I tested this one, and bingo, the cup on the left was crystal clear. Even the weight of the filter is a lot heavier than the other filters, and while the other filters don't restrict flow, this one does so, I don't think it works high volume applications but for drinking water it's awesome.

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*Last updated: 2026-09-21*