10″ x 4.5″ Whole House Filter Replacement Set for Dual Stage Systems – 5 Micron Sediment + Carbon Block CTO (Big Blue), SKU# SED5CTO-10BB

Description

10″ x 4.5″ Whole House Filter Replacement Set – 5 Micron Sediment + Carbon Block CTO (Big Blue)

Purpose

This replacement filter set is designed to restore and maintain the performance of whole house water filtration systems. It combines a 5 micron sediment filter with a carbon block (CTO) filter to provide effective removal of dirt, chlorine, and unwanted taste and odor.

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Key Features

• Dual-Stage Filtration – Sediment + Carbon Block for complete pre- and post-filtration
• 5 Micron Sediment Filter – Captures dirt, sand, rust, and other particles
• Carbon Block CTO Filter – 10 micron,  Reduces chlorine, taste, odor, and organic contaminants
• Improves Water Quality – Cleaner water throughout your home
• Big Blue Capacity – 10″ x 4.5″ size supports higher flow rates and longer service life
• Compatible Design – Fits most standard whole house Big Blue systems

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What It Reduces

Sediment Stage (5 Micron):

• Dirt
• Sand
• Rust
• Silt and suspended particles

Carbon Block CTO Stage:

• Chlorine
• Bad taste and odor
• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
• Organic chemicals
• Some pesticides and industrial contaminants

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Ideal For

• Whole house filtration systems
• Homes using municipal (city) water
• General water quality improvement for showers, sinks, and appliances
• Standard 2-stage Big Blue systems

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Compatibility

• Fits: 10″ x 4.5″ Big Blue filter housings
• Designed for: 2-stage whole house systems
• Compatible with most industry-standard housings

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Specifications

• Filter Size: 10″ x 4.5″ (each cartridge)
• Sediment Rating: 5 micron (nominal)
• Carbon Type: Carbon Block (CTO)
• Flow Rate: Up to ~5–10 GPM (depending on system setup)
• Service Life: 3–6 months (varies by water quality and usage)

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Installation Notes

• Install sediment filter as Stage 1 (pre-filtration)
• Install CTO carbon filter as Stage 2 (post-filtration)
• Replace filters regularly to maintain system performance

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What’s Included

• (1) 10″ x 4.5″ Sediment Filter – 5 Micron
• (1) 10″ x 4.5″ Carbon Block CTO Filter

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Note

• Does not significantly reduce TDS
• For advanced filtration (fluoride, heavy metals), consider adding specialty filters or RO systems