Product Overview

The Pentair EC-160355 Clean & Clear RP Cartridge Pool Filter is a high-efficiency single-cartridge filtration system designed for residential pool applications. With 150 sq. ft. of filtration area, this filter helps deliver clean, clear pool water while keeping maintenance simple and easy.

The Clean & Clear RP series features a side-entry flow design that helps improve hydraulic efficiency and reduce flow restriction. The single-cartridge design makes routine cleaning simple: remove the cartridge, rinse it with a garden hose, and reinstall.

Ideal For

Residential pools needing a dependable cartridge filter with easy maintenance, strong water clarity, and no backwashing requirement.

Key Features

• 150 sq. ft. cartridge pool filter
• Single-cartridge design
• Side-entry flow design for improved efficiency
• No backwashing required
• Helps reduce water waste compared to sand or DE filters
• Captures fine particles for clean, clear pool water
• Durable chemical-resistant filter tank
• High Flow manual air relief valve
• Easy-access locking ring design
• Coreless cartridge design for easier cleaning
• Designed for residential pool filtration
• Professional installation recommended

Benefits

The Pentair Clean & Clear RP 150 provides efficient cartridge filtration in a simple, easy-to-service design. Since this filter does not require backwashing, customers can save water and avoid the added plumbing commonly required with sand or DE filter systems.

The side-entry design helps optimize water flow, while the single-cartridge layout makes filter cleaning quick and straightforward. This makes the EC-160355 a strong option for pool owners who want reliable filtration with less routine maintenance.

Specifications

Confirm Before Ordering

Please confirm filter size, plumbing size, equipment pad space, system flow rate, and replacement cartridge requirements before ordering. This is the 150 sq. ft. Clean & Clear RP model, commonly referred to as CCRP150.

Professional installation is recommended to ensure proper plumbing, pressure testing, and safe system operation.

Customer-Facing Q&A

Is this a cartridge filter?
Yes. The Pentair EC-160355 is a Clean & Clear RP cartridge pool filter.

How many square feet is this filter?
This model has 150 sq. ft. of filtration area.

How many cartridges does it use?
It uses one cartridge.

Does this filter need backwashing?
No. Cartridge filters do not require backwashing. The cartridge is removed and rinsed clean with a garden hose.

What is the flow rate?
This model is commonly listed at 150 GPM.

Is this the same as CCRP150?
Yes. EC-160355 is commonly associated with the Clean & Clear RP 150 / CCRP150 model.

Does this include the cartridge?
Complete filter assemblies commonly include the internal cartridge, but package contents should always be confirmed before ordering.