Product Overview

The Pentair Clean & Clear Plus Cartridge Filter 320 | 160340 is a high-performance cartridge pool filter designed to deliver clean, clear water with less maintenance than traditional backwash-style filters. With a large 320 sq. ft. filtration area and a four-cartridge design, this filter provides excellent dirt-holding capacity, strong water clarity, and extended cleaning cycles.

This complete filter includes the cartridge elements, making it ready for installation with the proper plumbing and equipment setup. The Clean & Clear Plus 320 is a strong choice for residential pools that need dependable filtration, easy cartridge cleaning, and efficient flow performance.

Ideal For

Residential swimming pools
In-ground pool filtration
Pool equipment upgrades
Replacing older cartridge filters
Customers wanting no-backwash filtration
Pools needing 320 sq. ft. filter capacity
Pool service technicians and builders
Energy-efficient pool circulation systems

Key Features

320 sq. ft. total filtration area
Complete cartridge filter with cartridges included
Four-cartridge internal design
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 dependable residential pool filtration
Professional installation recommended

Benefits

The Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 320 helps keep pool water clear by capturing dirt, debris, oils, and fine particles as water passes through the four included cartridge elements. Because this cartridge filter does not require backwashing, it can help reduce water waste compared to traditional sand or D.E. filters.

The large 320 sq. ft. filter area allows for longer cycles between cleanings and supports strong flow performance for many residential pool systems. The fiberglass-reinforced tank is designed for strength and reliability in outdoor pool equipment environments.

Specifications

Customer-Facing Q&A

Does the Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 320 include cartridges?
Yes. This filter includes the four cartridge elements needed for the internal filter assembly.

What size is this filter?
This is the 320 sq. ft. Clean & Clear Plus cartridge filter, commonly referred to as the CCP320.

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 320 uses four cartridge elements.

What is the flow rate?
This model is commonly listed with a 120 GPM flow rate. 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.

Is this good for residential pools?
Yes. The Clean & Clear Plus 320 is commonly used on residential in-ground pools that need a large cartridge filter with easy maintenance and strong dirt-holding capacity.

Does this filter need backwashing?
No. Cartridge filters are cleaned by removing the cartridges and rinsing them with a garden hose.

Confirm Before Ordering

Confirm the following before purchasing:

Model: Clean & Clear Plus 320 / CCP320
Part number: 160340
Filter area: 320 sq. ft.
Cartridges: Four cartridge elements included
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.