Product Overview

The Pentair Clean & Clear RP 200 sq ft Cartridge Filter | EC-160353 is a high-efficiency single-cartridge pool filter designed to deliver excellent water clarity, strong hydraulic performance, and easy service access for residential pool and spa systems.

With 200 square feet of cartridge filtration area and a rated flow of 150 GPM, this filter is ideal for medium to large residential pools that need dependable filtration without the water waste of backwashing. The Clean & Clear RP series uses an innovative side-entry port design that Pentair lists as providing improved flow efficiency compared with traditional single-cartridge filter designs.

This model also features a coreless cartridge for easier cleaning, a quick-connect lock ring for tool-free access, and a durable fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene tank built for long-term outdoor pool equipment use.

Ideal For

Residential inground pools

Medium to large pool filtration systems

Pool and spa combination systems

Replacing older cartridge filters

Upgrading from sand filtration

Customers wanting no-backwash filtration

Reducing water waste during maintenance

Compact equipment pad installations

Pools requiring up to 150 GPM filter flow

Professional pool equipment installations

Key Features

200 sq ft filtration area: provides strong dirt-holding capacity for residential pool systems.

150 GPM flow rating: supports high-flow circulation when properly sized with the pump and plumbing system.

Side-entry port design: optimizes water flow for improved hydraulic efficiency.

No backwashing required: cartridge removes and rinses clean, helping conserve water and chemicals.

Coreless cartridge design: makes cartridge removal, handling, and cleaning easier.

Tool-free quick-connect lock ring: provides safe, easy access to the cartridge without special tools.

Fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene tank: chemical-resistant, corrosion-resistant, and built for outdoor equipment pads.

High Flow manual air relief valve: helps safely release trapped air during startup and maintenance.

Integrated continuous internal air relief: helps reduce air buildup during normal circulation.

Particle-trapping performance: designed to help capture fine debris for clearer pool water.

Energy-efficient hydraulic design: supports better circulation efficiency when paired with properly sized equipment.

NSF / ANSI 50 listed: designed for certified pool filtration performance.

Benefits

The Pentair EC-160353 Clean & Clear RP filter helps pool owners maintain clean, clear water with simple cartridge maintenance. Instead of backwashing, the cartridge can be removed, rinsed with a garden hose, inspected, and reinstalled.

The 200 sq ft cartridge area gives the filter greater dirt-holding capacity than smaller cartridge filters, which can help extend time between cleanings when properly sized. The side-entry design helps optimize flow through the filter, supporting better hydraulic efficiency and reduced restriction compared with many traditional cartridge layouts.

For pool professionals, this filter offers a service-friendly platform with tool-free tank access, durable construction, and a high-flow design suited for modern residential pool systems.

Specifications

Included Components

• 1 × Pentair Clean & Clear RP 200 cartridge filter tank assembly
• 1 × coreless cartridge element
• 1 × quick-connect lock ring assembly
• 1 × High Flow manual air relief valve
• Integrated internal air relief components
• Drain assembly
• Manufacturer-supplied installation documentation

Plumbing valves, unions, fittings, replacement cartridges, pressure gauge parts, O-rings, equipment pad materials, and installation labor are sold separately unless specifically included by the supplier.

Warranty & Compatibility

Compatibility Notes

The Pentair EC-160353 is designed for residential pool and spa systems requiring a 200 sq ft cartridge filter with a 150 GPM flow rating.

Common compatibility and replacement references include:

• Pentair Clean & Clear RP CCRP200
• Pentair part number 160353
• Systems requiring no-backwash cartridge filtration
• Residential pool and spa filtration systems
• Equipment pads needing high-capacity cartridge filtration
• Pool plumbing layouts using 2" x 2-1/2" connection references

Always confirm pump flow rate, plumbing size, equipment pad clearance, cartridge access space, and pressure requirements before ordering.

Installation Notes

This filter should be installed by a qualified pool professional. Proper installation requires correct plumbing alignment, pressure testing, flow verification, equipment pad support, air relief setup, and safe startup.

Before installation, confirm that the connected pump does not exceed the filter’s 150 GPM flow rating or 50 PSI maximum operating pressure. Install the filter on a level, stable surface with enough clearance above and around the tank for cartridge removal and service.

Always turn off the pump and relieve system pressure before opening the filter. Never loosen or remove the lock ring while the filter is pressurized.

Customer-Facing Q&A

Q: What is the Pentair EC-160353?
A: It is a Pentair Clean & Clear RP 200 sq ft cartridge pool filter, also commonly referenced as model CCRP200.

Q: What is the SKU?
A: The SKU is EC-160353.

Q: What is the UPC / GTIN?
A: 788379500320

Q: What is the related Pentair part number?
A: The related part number is 160353.

Q: What is the filtration area?
A: This filter provides 200 sq ft of effective cartridge filtration area.

Q: What is the flow rate?
A: The rated flow is commonly listed as 150 GPM.

Q: Does this filter require backwashing?
A: No. This is a cartridge filter, so the cartridge is removed and rinsed for cleaning.

Q: How many cartridges does it use?
A: It uses one coreless cartridge element.

Q: What is the maximum operating pressure?
A: The maximum continual operating pressure is 50 PSI.

Q: What is the maximum operating temperature?
A: The maximum internal filter operating water temperature is 104°F / 40°C.

Q: Is this NSF listed?
A: Yes. This filter is commonly listed as certified to NSF / ANSI 50.

Q: Should this be professionally installed?
A: Yes. Professional installation is recommended to ensure proper flow, plumbing, pressure safety, and equipment pad setup.