Product Overview

The Pentair Clean & Clear 150 Sq. Ft. Cartridge Filter | EC-160317 is a high-capacity residential pool filter designed to provide dependable filtration with simple maintenance and strong water-flow capability.

Featuring 150 square feet of effective filtration area and a rated flow of up to 150 GPM, the Clean & Clear CC150 is an excellent choice for residential swimming pools that need efficient cartridge filtration without the backwashing required by sand or D.E. systems. Pentair identifies EC-160317 as the e-commerce version of the CC150 filter.

The Clean & Clear design uses a single, easily accessible cartridge element that can be removed and rinsed as needed. A durable chemical-resistant tank, High Flow manual air relief valve, large drain connection, and 2-inch plumbing connections make this filter easy to service and suitable for modern pool equipment pads.

Key Features

• Genuine Pentair Clean & Clear cartridge filter

• 150 sq. ft. effective filtration area

• Rated flow up to 150 GPM

• Single-cartridge filtration design

• No backwashing required

• High Flow manual air relief valve

• Continuous internal air relief

• Chemical-resistant tank construction

• Easy-access clamp/lock ring

• 2-inch plumbing connections

• 1-1/2-inch drain

• NSF/ANSI Standard 50 certified

• Maximum continuous operating pressure: 50 PSI

• Maximum pool/spa water temperature: 104°F

• E-commerce model: EC-160317

Specifications

Pentair's current product documentation lists the CC150 at 150 sq. ft., 150 GPM, and turnover capacities of 72,000 gallons in 8 hours, 90,000 gallons in 10 hours, and 108,000 gallons in 12 hours.

Easy Cartridge Maintenance

One of the primary advantages of the Clean & Clear system is straightforward cartridge maintenance.

Instead of backwashing water to waste, the filter cartridge can be removed and rinsed with a garden hose when pressure indicates cleaning is required.

The clamp-ring design provides convenient access to the internal cartridge while the large drain helps simplify filter servicing.

Durable Tank Construction

Pentair uses a single-piece fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene tank designed for corrosion resistance and long-term exposure to pool environments.

This makes the Clean & Clear series well suited for outdoor residential equipment pads where the filter may be exposed to pool chemicals, heat, and changing weather conditions.

High-Flow Plumbing

The Clean & Clear series incorporates 2-inch plumbing connections to support higher-flow residential pool systems.

The CC150 is rated for up to 150 GPM, although actual system flow depends on pump selection, pipe size, fittings, valves, elevation, and other equipment in the circulation system. Pentair states that it does not recommend flow rates above 150 GPM.

Dimensions & Service Clearance

Pentair lists the CC150 with an approximate 40-1/2-inch "A" dimension and recommends approximately 76 inches of vertical clearance for removal of the filter module during servicing.

Make sure adequate clearance is available above and around the filter before installation.

Ideal For

The Pentair EC-160317 is an excellent option for:

• Residential swimming pools

• Pool and spa combinations

• New equipment-pad installations

• Cartridge-filter replacements

• Upgrading from smaller-capacity filtration

• Variable-speed pump systems

• Customers wanting filtration without routine backwashing

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is the Pentair EC-160317?

The EC-160317 is the Clean & Clear CC150, providing 150 square feet of filtration area.

What is the maximum flow rate?

Pentair lists the CC150 at up to 150 GPM. Actual flow will depend on the complete pool circulation system.

Is EC-160317 different from 160317?

They represent the same CC150 filter size and specifications, with Pentair designating part numbers beginning with EC- for e-commerce sales.

Does a cartridge filter require backwashing?

No. Cartridge filters are generally cleaned by shutting down the system, safely relieving pressure, removing the cartridge, and rinsing the element.

How much clearance is needed above the filter?

Pentair documentation lists approximately 76 inches of clearance for removing the CC150 filter module.

Is the cartridge included?

The Clean & Clear filter is supplied as a complete filtration unit with its internal cartridge assembly.

Important Installation & Safety Notice

Pool filters operate under pressure. Always shut off the circulation pump and completely relieve internal filter pressure before opening or servicing the filter.

Installation and servicing should be performed according to Pentair instructions and applicable plumbing and electrical codes.

Never attempt to open a pressurized pool filter.