Product Overview

The Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 420 Cartridge Filter | 160301 is a high-capacity cartridge pool filter designed for dependable water clarity, strong flow performance, and easy maintenance. With 420 sq. ft. of total cartridge filtration area and a four-cartridge internal design, this filter provides excellent debris capture while helping extend the time between cleanings.

This complete filter includes the cartridge elements, making it ready for installation with the proper plumbing and equipment setup. The Clean & Clear Plus 420 is a great option for residential in-ground pools that need reliable filtration without the extra water waste and plumbing requirements of a backwash-style filter.

Ideal For

Residential in-ground swimming pools
Pool equipment upgrades
Replacing older cartridge filters
Large residential pool filtration
Customers wanting no-backwash filtration
Energy-efficient pool circulation systems
Pool service technicians and builders
Pools needing 420 sq. ft. filter capacity

Key Features

420 sq. ft. total filtration area
Complete cartridge filter with cartridges included
Four-cartridge internal design
150 GPM flow rating commonly listed
Durable fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene tank
Corrosion-resistant filter body
Large dirt-holding capacity for longer cleaning cycles
No backwashing required
Cartridges remove easily for rinsing and maintenance
High-flow internal design
2 in. plumbing connections commonly listed
Designed for reliable residential pool filtration
Professional installation recommended

Benefits

The Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 420 helps keep pool water clean and clear by capturing dirt, debris, oils, and fine particles as water passes through the four included cartridge elements. The large 420 sq. ft. filter area provides more surface area for debris collection, which can help reduce how often the cartridges need to be cleaned.

Because this is a cartridge filter, it does not require backwashing. That means less water waste, easier maintenance, and no need for a backwash valve or backwash discharge line. The fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene tank is built for strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term outdoor pool equipment use.

Specifications

Customer-Facing Q&A

Does the Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 420 include cartridges?
Yes. This filter includes the four cartridge elements needed for the internal filter assembly.

What size is this filter?
This is the 420 sq. ft. Clean & Clear Plus cartridge filter, commonly referred to as the CCP420.

Is this a cartridge filter or D.E. filter?
This is a cartridge filter. It does not use D.E. powder and does not require backwashing.

How many cartridges does it use?
The Clean & Clear Plus 420 uses four cartridge elements, and they are included with the complete filter.

What is the flow rate?
This model is commonly listed with a 150 GPM flow rating. Actual system flow depends on pump size, plumbing, hydraulics, and equipment layout.

What size plumbing does it use?
Current product data commonly lists 2 in. plumbing connections. Confirm plumbing requirements before installation.

Does this filter need backwashing?
No. Cartridge filters are cleaned by removing the cartridge elements and rinsing them with a garden hose. No backwash valve is required.

Is this a good option for larger residential pools?
Yes. The 420 sq. ft. filter area provides strong dirt-holding capacity and longer cleaning cycles for many residential pool systems.

Confirm Before Ordering

Confirm the following before purchasing:

Model: Clean & Clear Plus 420 / CCP420
Part number: 160301
Filter area: 420 sq. ft.
Cartridges: Four cartridge elements included
Flow rating: 150 GPM commonly listed
Plumbing: Confirm 2 in. connection requirements
System sizing: Confirm proper filter sizing for pool gallons, pump flow, plumbing, and equipment layout
Installation: Professional pool equipment installation recommended

Do not order by square footage alone. Confirm the model number, plumbing layout, equipment pad space, and system flow requirements before purchasing.