10″ x 4.5″ Catalytic Carbon GAC Water Filter – 25 Micron, Whole House Big Blue Replacement, Reduces Chloramine & Chlorine, Taste & Odor, SKU# CAT-10BB

Description

10″ x 4.5″ Catalytic Carbon GAC Water Filter Cartridge – 25 Micron, Whole House Big Blue Replacement, Reduces Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor (Centaur® XL Carbon)

Purpose

This catalytic carbon GAC filter cartridge is designed for advanced whole house water filtration, using Centaur® XL catalytic carbon by Calgon Carbon. It provides enhanced removal of chlorine, chloramine, and unwanted taste and odor, making it an excellent upgrade over standard GAC filters.

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Key Features

• Centaur® XL Catalytic Carbon – Premium media engineered for superior chloramine reduction
• Enhanced Chloramine Removal – More effective than standard GAC carbon filters
• Chlorine Reduction – Improves water quality and protects plumbing and appliances
• Improves Taste & Odor – Delivers cleaner, fresher water throughout the home
• High Flow Performance – Granular design supports strong flow with low pressure drop
• Big Blue Capacity – 10″ x 4.5″ size allows extended contact time for better filtration

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What It Reduces

• Chlorine
• Chloramine
• Bad taste and odor
• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
• Organic contaminants and byproducts

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Why Catalytic Carbon?

Catalytic carbon is a specially processed activated carbon with enhanced surface chemistry, allowing it to break down chloramine more effectively than standard GAC. This makes it ideal for municipal water supplies that use chloramine as a disinfectant.

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Ideal For

• Homes with chloraminated city water
• Whole house systems requiring higher-performance carbon filtration
• Use as a primary carbon stage or upgrade from standard GAC filters

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Compatibility

• Fits: 10″ x 4.5″ Big Blue filter housings
• Designed for: Whole house filtration systems
• Compatible with most industry-standard housings

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Specifications

• Filter Size: 10″ x 4.5″
• Media Type: Catalytic Carbon GAC (Centaur® XL by Calgon Carbon)
• Micron Rating: 25 micron (nominal)
• Flow Rate: Up to ~8–12 GPM (depending on system setup)
• Service Life: 3–12 months (varies by water quality and usage)

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Installation Notes

• Install after a sediment pre-filter to prevent clogging
• Can be used as a standalone carbon stage or combined with additional filtration stages
• Replace regularly for consistent performance

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What’s Included

• (1) Catalytic Carbon GAC Filter Cartridge (10″ x 4.5″)

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Note

• Does not significantly reduce TDS
• For heavy metals or specialty contaminants, combine with additional filter stages (e.g., KDF, bone char, or RO system)

Note: MyAquaFilter is not affiliated with or endorsed by Calgon Carbon Corporation. Centaur® XL is a registered trademark of its respective owner.