Tier1 10 Micron 20 x 2.5 Water Filter | Carbon Block & Anti-Scale Whole House Cartridge | Sediment, Chlorine Taste & Odor Reduction | Fits Most 20 x 2.5 Water Filter Housings

Q. What is this filter used for?A. This whole house filtration cartridge combines carbon filtration and anti-scale media to help reduce chlorine taste and odor while supporting scale control in residential plumbing systems. Q. What does 10 micron filtration provide?A. A 10 micron rating helps capture fine particulate such as rust, dirt, and sediment while maintaining steady water flow in residential filtration systems. Q. How does carbon block filtration work?A. Carbon block filtration uses compressed activated carbon media to adsorb chlorine compounds responsible for taste and odor while water passes through the cartridge. Q. What does the anti-scale component do?A. The anti-scale media helps reduce mineral scale formation caused by dissolved hardness minerals that can accumulate on plumbing fixtures and appliances. Q. Where is this filter typically installed?A. This 20 x 2.5 inch cartridge is typically installed in whole house filter housings located at the point of entry, often in basements, garages, or utility areas. Q. Is this suitable for municipal water systems?A. Yes. This cartridge is designed primarily for municipal water applications where chlorine taste and odor reduction and scale control are desired. Q. Will this affect water pressure?A. When installed in a properly sized housing and replaced regularly, the cartridge is designed to support steady residential water flow. Q. How do I know when to replace it?A. Replacement timing depends on chlorine levels, mineral content, and water usage. Changes in taste, odor, or flow may indicate replacement is needed.

• UNIVERSAL HOUSING COMPATIBILITY – This 10 micron 20 x 2.5 carbon and anti-scale cartridge fits most standard 2.5” x 20” whole house water filter housings used in residential filtration systems.
• CARBON BLOCK FILTRATION PERFORMANCE – Designed to help reduce chlorine taste and odor while also capturing fine sediment such as rust, dirt, and particulate commonly present in municipal water supplies.
• ANTI-SCALE MEDIA SUPPORT – Integrated anti-scale media helps reduce mineral scale buildup that can affect plumbing fixtures, water heaters, and household appliances.
• POINT-OF-ENTRY WATER TREATMENT – Commonly installed at the main water line to help improve water quality before it reaches sinks, showers, dishwashers, and laundry equipment.
• SERVICE LIFE VARIES BY WATER CONDITIONS – Replacement timing depends on chlorine levels, mineral content, and household usage. Up to 6 months in typical municipal water conditions.