
Pentair Clean & Clear 50 Sq Ft Cartridge Filter (CC50)
The Clean and Clear filter combines top-end filter performance with low maintenance. This dependable design uses special filter elements to strip tiny particles from your pool water – particles as small as 20 microns. Plus, cleaning is a breeze. Open the top, remove the cartridge, hose it off and the Clean and Clear filter is ready to continue working for you. Pentair has maximized cartridge surface consistency to block and trap the maximum amount of solids. Pentair also uses the most durable materials to extend cartridge life. The Clean and Clear filter will keep your pool sparkling day in and day out. Like all Pentair cartridge filters, the Clean and Clear filter features an easily-cleaned cartridge for the ultimate in carefree pool filtration. The fiberglass-reinforced tank halves are secured with a clamp ring – just loosen the ring and remove the top half for easy cartridge access and rinsing. Filter maintenance does not get any easier than this!
Key Features:
Cartridge is easy to remove and rinse
Clamp ring allows easy access to cartridge and internal parts
Single-piece base and tank are constructed of fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene for strength and chemical resistance
High-Flow Manual Air Relief Valve and continuous internal air relief work together to maintain optimum filtration efficiency at all times
1 ½” drain and washout for quick and convenient maintenance and winterization
Lock-ring requires only half of a revolution for a leak-proof seal
2” plumbing for maximum flow
Single-piece base and body designed for maximum durability
Vertical Clearance 30” Filter Diameter 15.5” Flow Rate GPM 50 8 Hours 24,000 10 Hours 30,000 12 Hours 36,000
The CC50 offers: Compact, efficient filtration suitable for small to mid‑sized pools No backwashing required, water‑saving and easier maintenance Easy cartridge access via a quick‑remove lock ring Chemical‑resistant, durable tank body High flow performance with manual air relief valve It’s a reliable choice when you want good water clarity and simple upkeep for smaller pool systems.
The CC50 uses one main cartridge element. The confirmed compatible replacements are: OEM Pentair Replacement Cartridge: R173213 Unicel Equivalent Cartridge: Unicel C‑9405 (50 sq ft)
With normal pool use, the CC50’s cartridge element should be rinsed every 4-8 weeks during peak season or whenever the filter pressure rises significantly above the clean baseline.
The Pentair Clean & Clear CC50 is designed for small to medium residential pools up to approximately 24,000-36,000 gallons (91,000-136,000 liters), based on typical 8-12 hour turnover rates and pump sizing. It provides 50 sq ft of cartridge surface area for effective filtration
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