--- product_id: 35492935 title: "Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10\" x 4.5\", 0.5 Micron, White" brand: "pentek" price: "AR$321286" currency: ARS in_stock: true category: "Pentek" url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/35492935-pentair-pentek-cbc-bb-big-blue-carbon-water-filter-whole store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # 0.5 micron ultra-fine filtration 50,000 gallon long-lasting capacity NSF/ANSI Standard 42 certified materials Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 4.5", 0.5 Micron, White **Brand:** pentek **Price:** AR$321286 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ’§ Elevate your water game with every dropβ€”because your home deserves the best! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 4.5", 0.5 Micron, White by pentek - **How much does it cost?** AR$321286 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/35492935-pentair-pentek-cbc-bb-big-blue-carbon-water-filter-whole) ## Best For - pentek enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pentek brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Endure:** Heavy-duty design fits 10-inch Big Blue housings, engineered for demanding whole-house use. - β€’ **Certified Confidence:** NSF-certified materials ensure safety and reliability you can trust. - β€’ **Extended Performance:** Filters over 50,000 gallons at 2 GPMβ€”less hassle, more hydration. - β€’ **Precision Filtration:** 0.5 micron carbon block traps fine sediments and impurities with surgical accuracy. - β€’ **Crystal Clear Hydration:** Eliminates chlorine taste & odor for pure, refreshing water every time. ## Overview The Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter is a heavy-duty 10" x 4.5" replacement cartridge featuring a 0.5 micron bonded powdered activated carbon block. Certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 42, it effectively reduces chlorine taste, odor, and fine sediment for over 50,000 gallons at 2 gallons per minute. Designed to fit 10-inch Big Blue housings, it delivers premium whole-house water filtration with durable, high-capacity performance. ## Description Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue cartridges are highly effective at reducing unwanted bad taste and odor and chlorine taste and odor from potable drinking water, leaving you with cleaner, great-tasting water. Built from bonded powdered activated carbon, this carbon block is an ideal choice for residential, food service, commercial, and industrial applications.The 0.5 micron carbon block combines fine particle filtration with enhanced dirt-holding capacity, which also makes it an excellent polishing filter or pre-filter where fine filtration and high capacity matter. It uses polypropylene end caps, a polyolefin inner and outer wrap, polyethylene netting, and Santoprene gaskets, and it is rated for 40 to 180 degrees F. The CBC-BB is tested and certified by NSF International to NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for material requirements.This 9.75" x 4.625" cartridge fits 10-inch heavy duty Big Blue housings and is a straightforward replacement for any 10" x 4.5" heavy duty carbon block cartridge. It reduces chlorine taste and odor for more than 50,000 gallons at 2 gpm. This is a pack of 1 cartridge. ## Features - REDUCES TASTE, ODOR AND FINE SEDIMENT - The bonded powdered activated carbon block reduces chlorine taste and odor, bad taste and odor, and fine particles for cleaner, great-tasting drinking water. - 0.5 MICRON CARBON BLOCK - A premium high-capacity 0.5 micron block delivers fine filtration with enhanced dirt-holding capacity, ideal as a polishing filter or pre-filter in demanding applications. - NSF CERTIFIED MATERIALS - Tested and certified by NSF International to NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for material requirements; built with polypropylene end caps and rated for 40 to 180 degrees F service. - FITS 10-INCH BIG BLUE HOUSINGS - Measures 9.75" x 4.625" to fit 10-inch heavy duty Big Blue housings; a drop-in replacement for any 10" x 4.5" heavy duty carbon block cartridge. - 50,000 GALLON CAPACITY - Reduces chlorine taste and odor for more than 50,000 gallons at 2 gpm; replace when you notice a drop in water pressure or water quality. Pack of 1 cartridge. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00310NIU0 | | Best Sellers Rank | #26,237 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #174 in Replacement Under-Sink Water Filters | | Brand Name | Pentek | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,126) | | External Testing Certification | ANSI, NSF | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00051678170434 | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4.5"D x 4.5"W x 10"H | | Item Type Name | Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 4.5", 0.5 Micron | | Item Weight | 16 ounces | | Manufacturer | Pentair Industries | | Manufacturer Part Number | 155170-43 | | Material Type | Extruded Carbon Block | | Model Number | CBC-BB | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Benefits | Reduces Chlorine | | Set Name | Big Blue | | UPC | 808112759904 809390002690 182682387638 851905131173 115971035903 806294983766 132017511672 882743525954 051678170434 809188528715 807032972011 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **External Testing Certification:** ANSI, NSF - **Item Weight:** 16 ounces - **Material:** Extruded Carbon Block - **Product Benefits:** Reduces Chlorine - **Product Dimensions:** 4.5"D x 4.5"W x 10"H ## Images ![Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 4.5", 0.5 Micron, White - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61sF-q1YOBL.jpg) ![Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 4.5", 0.5 Micron, White - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81OcIJdgUCL.jpg) ![Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 4.5", 0.5 Micron, White - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715IR0LcDcL.jpg) ![Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 4.5", 0.5 Micron, White - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/711TVvCQCKL.jpg) ![Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 4.5", 0.5 Micron, White - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KIK37ZJsL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Frequently Bought Together - Pentair Pentek CBC-BB Big Blue Carbon Water Filter, Whole House Heavy Duty Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 4.5", 0.5 Micron, White - Pentair Pentek P5 Sediment Water Filter, 10-Inch, Under Sink Spun-Bonded Polypropylene Replacement Cartridge, 10" x 2.5", 5 Micron - Pentair Pentek EPM-10 Carbon Water Filter, 10-Inch, Under Sink Modified Epsilon Carbon Block Replacement Cartridge with Bonded Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) Filter, 10" x 2.5", 10 Micron --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/35492935-pentair-pentek-cbc-bb-big-blue-carbon-water-filter-whole](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/35492935-pentair-pentek-cbc-bb-big-blue-carbon-water-filter-whole) --- *Product available on Desertcart Argentina* *Store origin: AR* *Last updated: 2026-09-22*