Hello! Are you in need of a whole house carbon water filter? No problem! Carbon water filters are a popular choice for whole house filtration because they are effective at removing a wide range of contaminants, including chlorine, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other chemicals that can affect the taste and safety of your water.
In this article, we’ll discuss how whole house carbon water filters work, their benefits and drawbacks, and how to choose the right one for your needs. Let’s get started!
SpringWell Water Filtration System: America’s No.1 Home Water Filter
As the name suggests, Springwell’s whole house is designed to provide purified water to an entire house. It’s a compact yet extremely effective single tank water filter that can filter out every single harmful contaminants like chlorine, chloramine, PFOA, PFAS PFOS, pesticides, herbicides, haloacetic acids and more. Springwell Water Filter uses high-quality coconut shell carbon and Kinetic degradation fluxion ( KDF in short) media to purify both city water and private well water.
As a bonus point, you can choose to add their UV water purification system and a water softener to make it a complete water treatment system for your house. With SpringWell’s free shipping policy and a 6-month money-back guarantee, your investment in their product will be 100% safe.
How much water can the Springwell water filter provide? The water supply rate varies with the size of the water tank. The smallest one provides 9 gallons (ca. 34 l) per minute, the Medium one provides 12 gallons (ca. 45 l) per minute and the biggest one provides 20 gallons (ca. 76 l) of fresh water per minute.
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How does it filter water? Springwell’s water filter removes contaminants and bad odors from water in 4 stages.
The innovative upflow design of this water filter increases the contact time of water with Carbon and KDF media used inside the tank. The KDF media, A copper/zinc alloy media, removes chlorine & harmful contaminants. Then comes the Coconut Shell Carbon Filter in the play. It removes all the organic contaminants like viruses, bacteria, pesticides, etc. And then finally, the 5-micron sediment filter removes all sand, silt, clay, and any other types of pollutants from the water.
How often you will need to change filter cartridges? Springwell’s whole house water filter is capable of filtering 1,000,000 gallons (ca. 3,785,412 l) of water. Properly maintained, Springwell whole house systems can last for decades. Although, you would have to change the carbon and sediment filter every 6-9 months.
6-month Money-back Guarantee and Warranty: Springwell provides a 6-month money-back guarantee with all their products, and you will get 10 years limited warranty for the water filter.
Detailed Whole House Carbon Water Filter Reviews
- ❄ RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATION - Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. PUREPLUS CTO10 filters up to 99% of Chlorine, sand, rust, sediment, color. If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect you expect.
- ❄ STRICT QUALITY CONTROL - All water filter home cartridge are produced under the ISO9001 standard and inspected under strict quality control. Each filter is produced through 34 production processes, 400PSI pressure test, 10,000 water hammer tests, and 6 independent tests.
- ❄ HIGHER QUALITY FILTRATION - Carbon is well known for its unique absorbing ability, a pound of carbon is able to provide up 125 acres of filtering surface area. Our RO carbon filter is made of 100% coconut shell activated carbon block to filter most sediments, Sintering Technology ensures high absorbing capacity offers a much finer filtration of suspended particles and dirt.
- ❄ HIGH CAPACITY - The CTO carbon filter can filter up to 13000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3- 6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones.
- ❄ COMPATIBLE FILTERS - The filter can be used in any standard 10” x2.5” RO Unit whole house filtration system and compatible with standard 10 inch X 2.5 inch filter models of DuPont WFPFC8002, WFPFC9001, SCWH-5, Whirlpool WHCF-WHWC, Pentek CBC-10, GE FXWTC, Culligan D-10A & D-10, Aquaboon CTO, Ace Hardware 84608, Apex IR-40, Cornelius COR10B1, COR10B5, Dupont DWC30001, PFC8002, WFDWC30001, WFPFC8002, WFPFC9001, 46942, EcoLab 9320-1002, Everpure CG5-10, DEV9108-15, Flotec TO1, GE FX12P, GXWH20F.
- ❄️ 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 - Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. The filter reduces up to 99% of Chlorine, sand, rust, sediment, color. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect you expect. Check out our another product. Search "B01N9024NF" for well water filtration.
- ❄️ 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 - Carbon is well known for its unique absorbing ability, a pound of carbon is able to provide up 125 acres of filtering surface area. Our whole house carbon filter is made of 100% coconut shell activated carbon block to filter most sediments. Innovative sintering technology ensures high absorbing capacity offers a much finer filtration of suspended particles and dirt.
- ❄️ 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 - All water filter home cartridge are produced under the ISO9001 standard and inspected under strict quality control. Each filter is produced through 34 production processes, 400PSI pressure test, 10,000 water hammer tests, and 6 independent tests.
- ❄️ 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 - The filter can filter up to 30000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3-6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones.
- ❄️ 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘀 - The filter can be used in any standard 10"x 4.5" heavy duty filter housings and compatible for standard 10inch X 4.5inch filter models of GE, Culligan, Dupont, Kenmore, Omnifilter, Whirlpool. Replacement for 10" x 4.5" filter housing like DuPont WFHDC8001, Watts MAXETW-FF975 WCBFF975, ClearChoice 84629, Liquatec CB-450-975-05, MATRIKX-CTO2-HD10, Pelican CB-BB-10, 155548-43 EP-BB EPM-BB CBC-BB and most systems with 10" x 4.5" filters.
- ❄️ Recognized Certification - Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. The filter reduces up to 99% of Chlorine, sand, rust, sediment, color. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. ❄️If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect you expect. Check out our another product. Search “B01N9024NF” for well water filtration.
- ❄️ Multi-Layer Density Tech - The whole house water filter is designed with density three PP layers and Coconut Shell Activated Carbon Layer to remove most contaminants and deliver great fresh water. The multi-layer density tech can capture impurities targetedly and have 30% longer service life than the other common type.
- ❄️ High Capacity - The filter can filter up to 30000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3- 6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones.
- ❄️ Replacement Model - Standard 10 inch X 4.5 inch pleated washable whole house water filters and 9.75" x 4.5" inches pre-filtration home filters of GE FXHSC, DuPont WFHDC3001, Culligan R50-BBSA, HD-950, R50-BB, American Plumber W50PEHD, GXWH40L, GXWH35F, GXWH38F, GXWH30C,GNQH38S, WHKF-WHPLBB, Pentair Pentek S1 series, EP series, EPM series, Pentek R50-BB, ECP20-BB, Culligan R50-BBSA, PL10B20, PC20-BB-S, FMBB-10-20, FF10BBPS-20, 155405-51, 155405-43, PPL10BB.
- ❄️ Why PUREPLUS - PUREPLUS has 20 years of expertise and 200 patents in the water filtration industry. Every year it provides filtration solutions to more than 200 million family worldwide, uses advanced filtration technology to ensure high quality water. Trust us, make PUREPLUS your resolution.
- Clean, Great Tasting Water From Every Tap In Your Home - Removes 97% of chlorine. Plus, activated carbon is effective at reducing organic chemicals including pesticides, herbicides, and VOCs while allowing for a flow rate up to 11.8 gallons per minute.
- High-Performance Filter System - Salt-free conditioner, carbon & KDF filtration engineered to maximize filtration and reduce scale while leaving healthy minerals in your water. This system will NOT reduce Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
- Cost Efficient & Long Lasting - Clean water for less than dollars0.01 a gallon - Save twice as much compared to other brands on purified water for 1 million gallons or 10 years
- Easy Maintenance - No draining or back flushing needed - Easily replace pre and post filters every 2 months for best filtration and flow rate
- Top-Grade Install Kit & Components - System includes filter tank, conditioner tank, 20" pre-filter, post-filter, brass fittings for 1'' or 3/4'' pipes, bend supports, and shut-off valves – Item may ship in more than one box and may arrive separately
- 【Safe & Reliable】-All of our water filter cartridge is tested for material safety. Every home water filter that is manufactured must go through 5 inspection and testing stages, ensuring that every product meets our high expectations and European EC1935-2004 regulations and ISO9001 standard. By which you can rest assure that our filters is safe and reliable.
- 【Efficient Carbon Filter】-Our water filter replacement cartridge is made of 100% activated coconut shell for maximum filtration efficiency. This activated charcoal water sediment filtration filters up to 99% sand, soil, particles, sediments silt, rust, iron, sulfur, chlorine taste & odor. Removed all sediment coming from the city water, exceptional filter provides crystal-clear perfect water from whole-house water filter system.
- 【Taste & Healthy Water】-Due to the activated carbon in the filters. This carbon water filter removes any off tastes and chlorine tastes from the city water. The difference in taste of water was immediately noticeable and pleasant. It's great item to have for ur drinking water, pets drinking water, cooking, washing machines, dishwasher, bathroom shower, etc.
- 【Long Service Life】-This 5 Micron water filter cartridge is rated to catch particles down to 5 microns, last 3-6 months and filter up to 15,000 gallons of drinking water. (As with any filter the lifetime is very dependent on usage and how dirty incoming water). Compared with 1 Micron water filter, The smaller the micron faster it will clog. 5 Micron whole house water filter is the best combo of expense and effectiveness you've found.
- 【Compatible Models】-Brightify whole house water filter replacement cartridge can be used in any standard 10"x2.5" whole house filtration system. Please ensure your filter size is 10"x2.5". Our carbon water filter fits for DuPont WFPFC8002, DWC30001, SCWH-5, PFC8002, Whirlpool WHCF-WHWC,WHEF-WHWC, WHCF-WHSW GE FXWTC, FXWPC,FX12P, GXWH20F Culligan D-10A & D-10, Aquaboon CTO, Ace Hardware 84608, Apex IR-40, Cornelius COR10B1, COR10B5, EcoLab 9320-1002, Everpure CG5-10, DEV9108-15, Flotec TO1.
- 𝐍𝐒𝐅42 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝‒ This filter is tested and certified against NSF42 for material safety and is made with high grade and Lead- free materials. The natural coconut shell activated carbon is also NSF certified.
- 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥‒ Most ICEPURE water filters meet European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australian Water Mark, and have the certifications of TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect that you expect, because well water contains large particles such as mud and sands which may clog the filter in shorter time.
- 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧‒ This filter is made with innovative Sintering Technology, which helps to remove 99% of chlorine, taste and odor. This filter can remove finer particles and sediment. Delivering cleaner water that tastes great, and providing a wonderful drinking experience for your whole family. This filter has a life span of up to 13000 gallons depending on your water quality. For optimum performance, we recommended you change filter every 6 months based on water quality.
- 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬‒ ICEPURE water filters use US technology and teams. The ICEPURE brand has high requirements for products, and every product that is manufactured must go through 5 inspection and testing stages，ensuring that every product meets our high expectations.
- 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬‒ This filter can be used in any standard 10” x 2.5” RO Unit whole house filtration system, and is compatible with: DuPont WFPFC8002, WFPFC9001, SCWH-5, DWC30001, PFC8002, WFDWC30001, 46942, Whirlpool WHCF-WHWC, Pentek CBC-10, GE FXWTC, FX12P, GXWH20F, Culligan D-10A & D-10, Aquaboon CTO, Ace Hardware 84608, Apex IR-40, Cornelius COR10B1, COR10B5, EcoLab 9320-1002, CG5-10, DEV9108-15, Flotec TO1, PUREPLUS CTO10. ICEPURE is an independent brand.
- 𝐍𝐒𝐅42 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝‒ This filter is tested and certified against NSF42 for material safety and is made with high grade and Lead- free materials. The natural coconut shell activated carbon is also NSF certified.
- 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥‒ Most ICEPURE water filters meet European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australian Water Mark, and have the certifications of TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect that you expect, because well water contains large particles such as mud and sands which may clog the filter in shorter time.
- 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧‒ This filter is made with innovative Sintering Technology, which helps to remove 99% of chlorine, taste and odor. This filter can remove finer particles and sediment. Delivering cleaner water that tastes great, and providing a wonderful drinking experience for your whole family. This filter has a life span of up to 13000 gallons depending on your water quality. For optimum performance, we recommended you change filter every 6 months based on water quality.
- 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬‒ ICEPURE water filters use US technology and teams. The ICEPURE brand has high requirements for products, and every product that is manufactured must go through 5 inspection and testing stages，ensuring that every product meets our high expectations.
- 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬‒ This filter can be used in any standard 10” x 2.5” RO Unit whole house filtration system, and is compatible with: DuPont WFPFC8002, WFPFC9001, SCWH-5, DWC30001, PFC8002, WFDWC30001, 46942, Whirlpool WHCF-WHWC, Pentek CBC-10, GE FXWTC, FX12P, GXWH20F, Culligan D-10A & D-10, Aquaboon CTO, Ace Hardware 84608, Apex IR-40, Cornelius COR10B1, COR10B5, EcoLab 9320-1002, CG5-10, DEV9108-15, Flotec TO1, PUREPLUS CTO10. ICEPURE is an independent brand.
- 【Efficient filtration】The impressive 10” x 4.5” PP filter and GAC filter combination achieves a 5-stage filtration, effectively reducing large particles and sediments larger than 5 microns. The whole house water filter also reduces chlorine, lead, benzene, mercury, peculiar smell, sand, rust, and more. GAC filter adopts natural coconut shell, which reduces funny taste and odor, while improving the water taste for you. With this filter, you get constant pure water with a better taste.
- 【Longer lifespan】The GAC filter is expected to be changed every six months, while the PP filter is due for a change every 3-6 months. Waterdrop’s house water filtration system features longer lifespan, therefore saving your potential replacement cost. The durable housing is made from food-grade materials only. It has passed tests to confirm work under the pressure of 25-90psi without external damage and crack. The pressure is daily water pressure in USA. Please rest assured to purchase and use.
- 【Stable water flow】The whole house water filter system has passed 100,000+ water hammer tests to ensure the stable and safe water supply. The large water capacity is enough to provide the whole household pure water with a smooth and stable flow rate.
- 【DIY installation】The installation is so simple that you can do it on your own following the instructions in the manual. The included wrench facilitates the replacement, installation, and related processes. Please wrap the telfon tape appropriatly, wrap too many turns or too thick will shorten the life of the copper.
- 【Protects water appliances】This 10"x4.5" whole house water filtration system protects your water pipes from rust and extends the lifespan of your water-related appliances by delivering clean water source without clogging.
- 【NSF 42 CERTIFIED】Tested and certified by WQA,NSF&IAMPO against NSF/ANSI 42 to reduce 99.06% Chlorine. Reduce sand, sediments, particles,rust, color. Significantly improve the drinking water taste.
- 【WIDELY RECOGNIZED HIGH QUALITY】The filter meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australian Water Mark,and has the certificatons of TUV,ROHS,REACH,BPA FREE.
- 【LONG FILTRATION LIFETIME】We suggested that change filter every 6 Months/13000 Gallons for enjoy clean and fresh water.The filter size is 10*4.5 inch,fits any standard 10 *4.5 inch filter housing.
- 【COMPATIBLE MODELS】Whole house active carbon block filter cartridge compatible with ClearChoice 84629,DuPont WFHDC8001,KX Technologies 32-425-125-975,MATRIKX-CTO2-HD10,Liquatec CB-450-975-05,Pelican CB-BB-10,Pentek 155548-43,EP-BB,EP,EPM,CBC,CCBC & CEP Series,Trojan CB-BB-10, Culligan RFC-BBSA,Whirlpool WHKF-GD25BB,Watts MAXETW-FF975, WCBFF975.
- 【Great Compatibility】Universal replacement for all 10"X4.5",1 microns whole house sediment water filter and well-matched models of cartridges:WHKF-GD25BB, 155548-43 EP-BB EPM-BB CBC-BB, CB-10, Watts MAXETW-FF975 WCBFF975 and more.
- 💎 Keeps water fresh by reducing and removing iron, manganese, chlorine, hydrogen sulfide, herbicides, pesticides, and other industrial chemicals
- 💎 Universal Replacement for all 10" Big Blue Water Filter Housing and WELL-MATCHED Models of Cartridges: DuPont WFHDC8001, Watts MAXETW-FF975, KX Technologies 32-425-125-975, ClearChoice 84629, Liquatec CB-450-975-05, MATRIKX-CTO2-HD10, Pelican CB-BB-10, EP-BB, EP, EPM, CBC, CCBC & CEP Series, Trojan CB-BB-10, WCBFF975
- 💎 Product Lifetime - 10,000 gallons - replace two or three times a year - depending on your water quality
- 💎 This filter is wrapped and sealed and meets NSF (National Science Foundation) Standards and Regulations. Dimensions: 10 inches x 4.5 inches (24.4 cm x 11.43 cm)
- 💎 WELL-FIT FOLLOWING HOUSINGS: BIG-CLEAR-LX-10 and A48249, Aqua Filter Plus 150237-INSTKIT, BLUONICS BLBB20GAC, BLBBC10 and BLBB10x2, iSpring HB18B, OMNIFilter BF7-S-05 and BF7-S-S06, American Plumber W10-PR, Watts W10FFPH1CBPR, SimPure RSWHB001Z_S8, AB-WH10BBN, Hydronix HX-HF45-10CLBK10 and HF45-10BLBK15, Geekpure BB-10T and BB-10B, EcoPure EPWO4, Culligan HD-950A, Aquaboon AB-WH10BB-1S10BB5M
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