Pentair Clean & Clear® Cartridge Filter, 200 Sq. Ft. | 160318

Product Overview

The Pentair Clean & Clear® 200 Sq. Ft. Cartridge Filter (160318) provides high-capacity filtration for large residential swimming pools and pool-and-spa combinations. Its single-cartridge design offers 200 square feet of effective filtration area while supporting flow rates up to 150 GPM.

The filter uses a fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene tank engineered for chemical resistance, structural strength and dependable outdoor performance. Its pleated cartridge captures fine dirt and suspended debris without requiring filter sand, routine backwashing or D.E. powder.

Routine maintenance is straightforward: shut down and depressurize the system, remove the locking ring, lift out the cartridge and rinse it with a garden hose. Pentair states that the Clean & Clear cartridge media is designed to capture particles as small as approximately 20 microns.

The required 200 sq. ft. filter cartridge is included with the complete filter assembly.

Key Features

• 200 sq. ft. effective filtration area
• Maximum rated flow of 150 GPM
• Single-cartridge filtration design
• 200 sq. ft. filter cartridge included
• No backwashing required
• Helps conserve pool water during maintenance
• Fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene tank
• Chemical- and corrosion-resistant construction
• High Flow™ manual air-relief valve
• Continuous internal air relief
• Easy-access locking ring
• Cartridge removes easily for hose cleaning
• Approximately 20-micron filtration capability
• 2-inch plumbing connections
• 1.5-inch drain cap and washout
• Designed for large residential pools and spas

Pentair’s Clean & Clear design uses an easy-turn locking ring, 2-inch plumbing and a cartridge that can be removed and rinsed without special tools.

Specifications

Pentair’s published performance table lists the CC200 with a 200 sq. ft. filtration area, 150 GPM maximum flow, 15.5-inch diameter and approximately 76 inches of required vertical servicing clearance.

Turnover Capacity

Based on Pentair’s published maximum flow rating, the CC200 provides the following theoretical turnover capacities:

• Eight hours: Up to 72,000 gallons
• Ten hours: Up to 90,000 gallons
• Twelve hours: Up to 108,000 gallons

Actual system flow may be lower depending on pump speed, plumbing size, total dynamic head and other installed equipment.

Ideal For

• Large residential in-ground swimming pools
• Pool-and-spa combinations
• New pool construction
• Equipment-pad renovations
• Variable-speed pump systems
• High-capacity residential circulation systems
• Installations where water conservation is important
• Pool owners seeking longer intervals between cartridge cleanings

Benefits

• Larger 200 sq. ft. cartridge provides increased dirt-holding capacity
• Longer potential cleaning intervals than smaller single-cartridge filters
• No sand or D.E. powder required
• No routine backwashing
• Helps reduce water loss during filter maintenance
• Cartridge can be cleaned with a standard garden hose
• Compact tank diameter conserves equipment-pad space
• Chemical-resistant tank supports dependable outdoor service
• Included cartridge reduces additional installation purchases
• Easy access to the cartridge and internal components
• Suitable for use with many variable-speed pool pumps

What’s Included

• Pentair Clean & Clear CC200 filter tank
• 200 sq. ft. filter cartridge
• Upper filter lid
• Locking ring
• High Flow™ manual air-relief valve
• Pressure gauge
• Continuous internal air-relief assembly
• Cartridge support assembly
• 1.5-inch drain cap and washout
• Installation and operating documentation

Plumbing pipe, unions, isolation valves, adapters and installation materials are not included unless specifically stated by the seller.

Replacement Cartridge Information

The CC200 uses one 200 sq. ft. replacement cartridge element.

Verify the filter model and cartridge part number before ordering a replacement. Cartridge dimensions and end-cap configurations may differ between Pentair filter families even when the stated square footage is similar.

Replace the cartridge if you notice:

• Torn or separated pleats
• Cracked or damaged end caps
• Collapsed filter media
• Persistent pressure problems after cleaning
• Reduced filtration performance
• Excessive staining or scale that cannot be removed

Cartridge Maintenance

Clean the cartridge when the pressure gauge rises approximately 10 PSI above the recorded clean-filter pressure, or when water circulation noticeably decreases.

Recommended cleaning procedure:

1. Turn off electrical power to the circulation pump.
2. Prevent the pump from restarting automatically.
3. Open the manual air-relief valve.
4. Confirm the pressure gauge reads zero.
5. Remove the locking ring and upper filter lid.
6. Lift out the cartridge element.
7. Rinse carefully between the pleats with a garden hose.
8. Inspect the element for tears, cracks or damaged pleats.
9. Clean the tank interior and inspect the tank O-ring.
10. Reinstall the cartridge and securely reassemble the filter.
11. Restart the system following the proper air-relief procedure.

Never loosen or remove the locking ring while the filter is pressurized.

Installation Requirements

Install the filter on a solid, level equipment pad with adequate room for plumbing and future maintenance.

Approximately 76 inches of total vertical clearance is required to remove and service the CC200 cartridge. The equipment pad must also accommodate the filter’s approximately 15.5-inch tank diameter.

The circulation pump and plumbing must be sized so the flow rate does not exceed 150 GPM or the rating of the lowest-rated component in the circulation system.

The Clean & Clear series has a maximum continuous operating pressure of 50 PSI and a maximum internal water temperature of 104°F.

Confirm Before Ordering

Please verify:

• The required model is Clean & Clear CC200
• The correct manufacturer part number is 160318
• A 200 sq. ft. filter is appropriate for the pool
• System flow does not exceed 150 GPM
• Existing plumbing is compatible with 2-inch connections
• Approximately 76 inches of vertical clearance is available
• The equipment pad can accommodate the filter’s diameter
• A single-cartridge filter is preferred
• The pump is correctly sized for the pool and filter
• The included cartridge matches the application

Warranty Information

The Pentair Clean & Clear 160318 is covered by Pentair’s applicable manufacturer’s limited warranty when purchased, installed and operated according to Pentair’s current warranty requirements.

Warranty eligibility may depend on the seller, installation method and installer qualifications. Damage caused by improper installation, excessive system pressure, freezing, chemical misuse or operation outside Pentair’s published specifications may not be covered.

Professional installation by a qualified pool professional is recommended.