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product_id: 68228960
title: "Pentek Pentair DGD-5005 Big Blue Sediment Water Filter, 10-Inch, Whole House Heavy Duty Dual-Gradient Density Spun Polypropylene Replacement Filter Cartridge, 10\" x 4.5\", 5 Micron"
brand: "pentek"
price: "R2144"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Pentek"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/68228960-pentek-pentair-dgd-5005-big-blue-sediment-water-filter-10
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Fits All 10" Big Blue Housings 5 Micron Precision Filtration Dual-Gradient Density Tech Pentek Pentair DGD-5005 Big Blue Sediment Water Filter, 10-Inch, Whole House Heavy Duty Dual-Gradient Density Spun Polypropylene Replacement Filter Cartridge, 10" x 4.5", 5 Micron

**Brand:** pentek
**Price:** R2144
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Elevate your home’s water game with the Big Blue powerhouse filter!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Pentek Pentair DGD-5005 Big Blue Sediment Water Filter, 10-Inch, Whole House Heavy Duty Dual-Gradient Density Spun Polypropylene Replacement Filter Cartridge, 10" x 4.5", 5 Micron by pentek
- **How much does it cost?** R2144 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/68228960-pentek-pentair-dgd-5005-big-blue-sediment-water-filter-10)

## 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

- • **Superior Sediment Defense:** Removes dirt, sand, silt & particulates to keep your whole house water crystal clear.
- • **Certified Purity Assurance:** NSF/ANSI Standard 42 certified for guaranteed taste, odor, and color-free water.
- • **Optimized Replacement Cycle:** Replace every 6 months or on pressure drop to maintain peak water quality and appliance protection.
- • **Triple Dirt Holding Capacity:** Dual-gradient density design traps 3X more sediment than standard filters—less frequent changes, more peace of mind.
- • **Universal Big Blue Compatibility:** Perfectly sized for all 10-inch Big Blue filter housings—easy upgrade without hassle.

## Overview

The Pentek Pentair DGD-5005 Big Blue Sediment Water Filter is a 10-inch, 5-micron dual-gradient density polypropylene cartridge designed for whole house filtration. Certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 42, it offers superior sediment removal with 3X dirt holding capacity, fits all standard 10" Big Blue housings, and ensures clean, taste- and odor-free water while protecting your plumbing and appliances.

## Description

Pentair Pentek DGD-5005 Big Blue Water Filter, 10-Inch Whole House Sediment Filter Cartridge Replacement, Dual-Gradient Density Spun Polypropylene, 10" x 4.5", 5 Micron, Pack of 1

Review: Muy buen producto - Excelente filtro para el agua de mi sistema hidroneumático
Review: very good quality at a very reasonable price - I replaced a Pentek BB carbon filter with this product after a major problem with my well water (that was independent from the filter). I am very satisfied with this product, my water is crystal clear without any visible smell or color after a month of use. It is also about half the price of the carbon filter, so I will keep using this type.

## Features

- KEEP YOUR WATER CLEAN and protect your appliances by removing dirt, sand, silt and particulates. DGD Big Blue water filter cartridges are designed for purity and will NOT impart taste, odor or color to your water
- IDEAL HIGH-FLOW PRE-FILTER. Filter density increases toward the cartridge's center resulting in superior particulate reduction and 3X the dirt holding capacity of similar size sediment cartridges
- TESTED AND CERTIFIED BY NSF INTERNATIONAL to NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for your peace of mind. Manufactured with 100% pure polypropylene
- SIZED FOR USE IN ALL 10 inch Big Blue filter housings (or other heavy duty filter housings) and can replace any 10 inch x 4.5 inch sediment filter cartridge
- REPLACE EVERY 6 MONTHS or when you notice a drop in water pressure or water quality for best results and performance

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001V8IVCE |
| Benefits | Reduces Sediment |
| Best Sellers Rank | 894,394 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 761 in Replacement Under-Sink Water Filters |
| Brand | Pentek |
| Brand Name | Pentek |
| Country Of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,429 Reviews |
| External Testing Certification | NSF, ANSI |
| External testing certification | NSF, ANSI |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00051678357439 |
| Included Components | Sediment Water Filter |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 11.4D x 11.4W x 25.4H centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Big Blue Water Filter |
| Item Weight | 0.85 Pounds |
| Item weight | 0.85 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Pentair Industries |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 155357-43 |
| Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Material Type | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Model Number | DGD 5005 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Product benefits | Reduces Sediment |
| Product dimensions | 11.4D x 11.4W x 25.4H centimetres |
| Set Name | 5 micron |
| UPC | 163120791279 182682387607 806294984145 051678357439 632102433051 700999877699 851905131425 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **External testing certification:** NSF, ANSI
- **Item weight:** 0.85 Pounds
- **Material:** Polypropylene (PP)
- **Product benefits:** Reduces Sediment
- **Product dimensions:** 11.4D x 11.4W x 25.4H centimetres

## Images

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## Available Options

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

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the projected longevity in months?**
A: Thank you for your inquiry! The average projected longevity is about 3-months.

**Q: silly question but is spun the same as woven? I know I need to get woven and not paper filter.... the spun polypropelene is throwing me**
A: spun is smooth outside, woven is like a continues string, pleat is paper with wire over sometimes, but not always. the 5005is good all around for most use, carbon or black is for strong smell, woven for sediment sand or fine silt. hope it helps somegene

**Q: I notice this filter does not have seals on the two ends to prevent unfiltered water bypassing. Do you have to add seals when installing?**
A: The filter element fits into the filter body and there is a circular raised area about 3/4" high in the bottom. After you clean any sediment out of the bottom of the filter, place one end of the filter element over this. Very important, lubricate the "O" with Vaseline, seat it in the groove at the top of the filter body, screw together with the wrench (sold by Amazon), turn on the water and check for leaks.

**Q: Made in? USA? China? Korea? Mexico?**
A: These are manufactured by Pentair who has multiple manufacturing facilities both in the USA and in other countries throughout the world.  These filters at this date (January 2020) are manufactured in house in our Pentair facility in China.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Muy buen producto
*by R***V on 18 August 2020*

Excelente filtro para el agua de mi sistema hidroneumático

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ very good quality at a very reasonable price
*by S***N on 23 December 2025*

I replaced a Pentek BB carbon filter with this product after a major problem with my well water (that was independent from the filter). I am very satisfied with this product, my water is crystal clear without any visible smell or color after a month of use. It is also about half the price of the carbon filter, so I will keep using this type.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice inexpensive does the job
*by D***O on 9 July 2026*

Works good for Coldwater, inexpensive, replace every 90 days. Perfect size for 10x4 housing. No leaks after install. No odors. Easy swap to this type from standard filers. Never used it for taste, unknown. Use it as preceding for RODI filtration system.

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*Last updated: 2026-10-06*