{"product_id":"pentair-clean-and-clear-cartridge-filter-200-sq-ft-ec-160318","title":"Pentair Clean \u0026 Clear Cartridge Filter, 200 Sq. Ft. | EC-160318","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear® Cartridge Filter EC-160318\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a high-performance, single-cartridge filtration system designed to deliver crystal-clear water with minimal maintenance for residential in-ground swimming pools and spas. Featuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200 square feet of filtration area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a maximum flow rate of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150 GPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this filter provides exceptional dirt-holding capacity while eliminating the need for backwashing, saving thousands of gallons of water each year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstructed with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efiberglass-reinforced, chemical-resistant polypropylene tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Clean \u0026amp; Clear filter is built to withstand years of outdoor exposure and demanding pool environments. Its compact footprint makes it an excellent choice for new pool installations or equipment pad upgrades where space is limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike sand or D.E. filters, the Clean \u0026amp; Clear uses a single, high-capacity cartridge that captures fine debris while maintaining excellent hydraulic efficiency. Routine maintenance is quick and simple—remove the clamp, lift out the cartridge, rinse it with a garden hose, and reinstall. No special tools or backwashing equipment are required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNSF\/ANSI Standard 50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the EC-160318 is suitable for residential pools and approved commercial applications where local codes permit. It is ideal for pools using variable-speed pumps, salt chlorinators, heaters, and automation systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Pentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear® cartridge filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200 square feet of filtration area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle high-capacity cartridge design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum flow rate of 150 GPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo backwashing required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiberglass-reinforced polypropylene tank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrosion and chemical-resistant construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy-access clamp ring for quick servicing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoreless cartridge for easier cleaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-inch plumbing connections with included unions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact footprint for smaller equipment pads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNSF\/ANSI 50 certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with variable-speed pumps and salt systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Clean \u0026amp; Clear 200 is designed to provide outstanding water clarity while minimizing maintenance. Its large cartridge surface area allows the filter to trap more dirt before cleaning is required, reducing maintenance intervals throughout the swimming season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause there is no backwashing, valuable heated and chemically balanced water stays in the pool, reducing water usage and chemical costs. The efficient hydraulic design also creates low resistance to water flow, helping variable-speed pumps operate more efficiently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe durable tank and stainless-steel clamp system make servicing straightforward, while the single cartridge eliminates the complexity of multiple-element filter assemblies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean \u0026amp; Clear®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEC-160318\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEC-160318\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCartridge Pool Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiltration Area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200 Sq. Ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Flow Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150 GPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilter Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlumbing Connections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2\" Union Connections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiberglass-Reinforced Polypropylene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClamp Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless-Steel Lock Ring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eR173217\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement Air Relief Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e98209800\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrain Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1-1\/2\" Clean-Out Port\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommercial Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNSF\/ANSI 50 Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUPC \/ Barcode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e788379500900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstall the filter on a level equipment pad with adequate clearance above the tank to remove the cartridge for routine maintenance. Connect the filter using the included 2-inch union fittings and ensure the flow direction matches the plumbing layout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore startup, fill the system with water, open the manual air-relief valve, and allow all trapped air to escape before placing the filter into normal operation. Clean the cartridge whenever the filter pressure rises approximately 8–10 PSI above the clean starting pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional installation is recommended to ensure proper plumbing, hydraulic performance, and compliance with local building and electrical codes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm Before Ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease verify the following before purchasing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour pool requires approximately 200 square feet of filtration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour circulation system does not exceed 150 GPM.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou have sufficient vertical clearance to remove the cartridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour plumbing is compatible with 2-inch union connections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou want a cartridge filter that does not require backwashing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eYou need Pentair model \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEC-160318\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear EC-160318 is covered by Pentair's limited manufacturer warranty when purchased and installed according to Pentair requirements. Warranty coverage may require professional installation and proof of purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty does not cover freeze damage, chemical abuse, improper installation, operation above rated pressure, misuse, or damage resulting from inadequate winterization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomer Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes this filter require backwashing?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The Clean \u0026amp; Clear cartridge filter does not require backwashing. Simply remove and rinse the cartridge when cleaning is needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat replacement cartridge does it use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt uses the genuine Pentair \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eR173217\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 200-square-foot replacement cartridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this compatible with saltwater pools?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The corrosion-resistant tank is compatible with both traditional chlorine and saltwater pool systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan this be used with a variable-speed pump?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The low-restriction hydraulic design makes it an excellent choice for modern variable-speed pool pumps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"psd-manuals-sell-sheets\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Sell Sheets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer reference documents for this equipment family. Confirm your exact model and production revision before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pentair.com\/content\/dam\/extranet\/nam\/pentair-pool\/residential\/filters\/filter-web-pages\/support-pages\/pentair-clean-and-clear-cartridge-filter-brochure-2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSell sheet: Clean and Clear Cartridge Filter — English\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pentair.com\/content\/dam\/extranet\/nam\/pentair-pool\/pool-manuals\/filters\/Clean_and_Clear_Owners_Manual_English.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eManual: Clean and Clear Filter Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54271039668534,"sku":"EC-160318","price":1069.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/1167\/9798\/files\/pentair-150-sq-ft-clean-clear-single-cartridge-filter-ccp150-ec-160317-pool-supply-depot-9159353_8dd7c1df-0d96-466b-bab0-230b5d2e1e3f.webp?v=1792464393","url":"https:\/\/poolsupplydepot.net\/products\/pentair-clean-and-clear-cartridge-filter-200-sq-ft-ec-160318","provider":"Pool Supply Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}