Standard Pentek Benchtop Water Filter System – Chlorine, Taste & Odour Reduction

Standard Pentek Benchtop Water Filter System – Chlorine, Taste & Odour Reduction

This traditional-style Pentek Benchtop Water Filter is designed to offer versatility, performance, and ease of use. Compatible with a wide range of internationally sized cartridges, it’s an excellent choice for homes, offices, and rental properties where convenience and water quality matter.

What’s Included with the System

Pentek Benchtop Filter Housing Unit
CBC10 Carbon Block Filter Cartridge (0.5 micron)
Full Flow Diverter Valve – Alternative push-on rubber connectors available upon request (UR-1 small or UR large)

Product Description

This benchtop unit connects easily to most standard taps using the included diverter valve. It’s fitted with a CBC10 carbon block filter that provides fine filtration down to 0.5 microns and delivers >99.95% reduction of protozoan cysts. It also effectively reduces chlorine, taste, and odour, improving water quality instantly without the need for permanent installation.

Constructed to accommodate internationally sized 10" x 2.5" filter cartridges, the unit gives you flexibility to change or upgrade your filter media in future.

Key Features

Compatible with standard 10" x 2.5" international cartridges
Includes high-efficiency CBC10 carbon block cartridge
Removes chlorine, taste, odour, and protozoan cysts (0.5 micron)
Full flow diverter valve for tap connection
Optional push-on rubber tap adapters available (UR-1 small, UR large)
Simple benchtop design – ideal for renters or those avoiding permanent installations

Why You Should Buy

Classic and proven benchtop design with trusted Pentek housing
Delivers clean, better-tasting water at the turn of a tap
Ideal for homes, flats, and temporary setups
Provides flexibility with a wide range of compatible filter types
No tools or plumbing work required

FAQs

Q: What does this filter remove?
A: The CBC10 cartridge removes chlorine, bad tastes, odours, and protozoan cysts down to 0.5 microns.

Q: Can I connect this to any tap?
A: Yes – the diverter valve fits standard taps. If needed, you can request a small or large rubber connector (UR-1 or UR).

Q: Can I use other filters in this unit?
A: Yes – the housing is compatible with any standard 10" x 2.5" filter cartridge.

Q: Is this system suitable for untreated water?
A: No – it is not intended for use on microbiologically unsafe water sources.

Q: Do I need to drill or modify my tap?
A: No – the system connects directly to your existing tap with no permanent changes required.