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product_id: 3924265
title: "Pentair Pentek EPM-20BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, 20-Inch, Whole House Modified Epsilon Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 20\" x 4.5\", 10 Micron"
brand: "pentek"
price: "₪608"
currency: ILS
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Pentek"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/3924265-pentair-pentek-epm-20bb-big-blue-carbon-water-filter-20
store_origin: IL
region: Israel
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# 10 Micron filtration precision 30,000 gallon capacity lifespan Fits all 20" Big Blue housings Pentair Pentek EPM-20BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, 20-Inch, Whole House Modified Epsilon Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 20" x 4.5", 10 Micron

**Brand:** pentek
**Price:** ₪608
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Elevate your whole-home water game with crystal clarity and zero compromise!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Pentair Pentek EPM-20BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, 20-Inch, Whole House Modified Epsilon Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 20" x 4.5", 10 Micron by pentek
- **How much does it cost?** ₪608 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.il](https://www.desertcart.co.il/products/3924265-pentair-pentek-epm-20bb-big-blue-carbon-water-filter-20)

## 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

- • **Built to Last:** High porosity design prevents clogging, ensuring consistent flow and low pressure drop.
- • **Economical & Efficient:** Filters up to 30,000 gallons—replace only every 6 months to keep your water fresh.
- • **Certified Peace of Mind:** NSF and FDA certified for trusted, safe water filtration performance.
- • **Crystal-Clear Hydration:** Advanced 10-micron carbon block removes chlorine, taste, and odors for pure water.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly fits all 20" Big Blue and heavy-duty housings for easy replacement.

## Overview

The Pentair Pentek EPM-20BB is a 20-inch whole house carbon block water filter cartridge featuring a 10-micron filtration rating and bonded powdered activated carbon. Designed for universal fit in all 20" Big Blue housings, it offers a high porosity design that maximizes filter life and maintains low pressure drop. Certified by NSF and FDA, it effectively reduces chlorine, taste, odor, and sediment with a robust 30,000-gallon capacity, making it an economical and reliable choice for clean, fresh water throughout your home.

## Description

Pentair Pentek EPM Series Cartridges are a modified version of our EP Series Cartridge. An economical price makes this cartridge suitable for taste, odor and chlorine taste & odor reduction, as well as sediment filtration. EPM Series Cartridges are manufactured using a process that yields a cartridge with a nominal 10 filtration rating, high porosity and chlorine taste & odor reduction. The high porosity design helps the cartridge from plugging before its adsorption capability is exhausted, maximizing the utilization of the carbon while maintaining low pressure drop. These cartridges are protected by an outer wrap designed to significantly increase the useful life of the cartridge by trapping sediment that typically plugs carbon block cartridges.

Review: Very good quality - Exactly as described works well
Review: Reduces our sulphur odor - Really reduces our sulphur odor from our well water. Lasts several months and doesn’t drop pressure. We generally replace when the sulphur smells starts returning.

## Features

- ECONOMICAL SOLUTION for chlorine, taste & odor reduction, as well as sediment filtration
- FITS ALL 20" Big Blue Housings and other 20" heavy duty housings and can replace any 20" x 4.5" carbon water filter cartridge
- HIGH POROSITY DESIGN helps plugging, maximizing utilization while maintaining low pressure drop
- NSF INTERNATIONAL tested and certified for your peace of mind
- 30,000 GALLON CAPACITY. Replace every 6 months or when you notice a drop in water pressure or water quality

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003151118 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #33,215 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #261 in Replacement Under-Sink Water Filters |
| Brand | Pentek |
| Certification | FDA, NSF |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (446) |
| Date First Available | December 17, 2001 |
| External Testing Certification | NSF, ANSI |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00051678783436 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 6.38 pounds |
| Item model number | EPM-20BB |
| Manufacturer | Pentair Industries |
| Material | Extruded Carbon Block |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | 155783-43 |
| Pattern | Water Filter |
| Product Benefits | Reduces Chlorine |
| Product Dimensions | 5"D x 25"W x 5"H |
| Size | Pack of 1 |
| Style | 20" x 4.5" |
| UPC | 051678783436 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **External Testing Certification:** NSF, ANSI
- **Item Weight:** 2.9 Kilograms
- **Material:** Extruded Carbon Block
- **Product Benefits:** Reduces Chlorine
- **Product Dimensions:** 5"D x 25"W x 5"H

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very good quality
*by J***C on March 14, 2025*

Exactly as described works well

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reduces our sulphur odor
*by A***S on December 23, 2025*

Really reduces our sulphur odor from our well water. Lasts several months and doesn’t drop pressure. We generally replace when the sulphur smells starts returning.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ First In Line
*by B***Z on November 3, 2024*

When we moved into the house, I had a plumber install a water softener in the garage and a RO filter at the kitchen sink. Before everything, he installed the canister for this Big Blue filter. Our Phoenix suburb city water isn't bad, but we do have high content of dissolved solids and minerals because a blend of our water comes all the way from the Colorado river and everything it picks up along the way. I have to say that using this as a pre-filter has help eliminate any problems with the water softener mechanism and resin. When I do the ritual slight drain of the electric hot water tank, there is no sediment and the tank hasn't leaked so far after 16 years. The RO system filters and membrane have long life. As the number of people under roof have declined as empty nesters, I now change the filter about every 18 months. Simple to change, although my technique involves using two of the custom wrenches -- one pull and one to push to get the spinning started. I also keep the threads and seal properly lubricated. I have found that this same Pentek numbered carbon filter as originally came in the housing remains the one we need.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-22*