{"product_id":"pentair-filter-cartridge-oem-replacement-150-sq-ft-r173216","title":"Pentair Filter Cartridge OEM Replacement 150 sq.ft | R173216","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pentair R173216 Filter Cartridge is a genuine OEM 150 sq. ft. replacement cartridge element designed for compatible Pentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear RP and Clean \u0026amp; Clear cartridge filter systems. This replacement cartridge helps capture dirt, debris, oils, and fine particles as pool water passes through the filter, helping maintain clean and clear pool water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis cartridge is ideal for replacing a worn, clogged, damaged, or heavily stained filter element that no longer restores proper water flow after cleaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear RP 150 filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Pentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear 150 filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacing worn or damaged filter cartridges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestoring filter water flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproving pool water clarity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoutine cartridge filter maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResidential pool filtration systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePool service technicians\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Pentair OEM replacement cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e150 sq. ft. filtration area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for compatible Clean \u0026amp; Clear RP filter systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso commonly listed for compatible Clean \u0026amp; Clear 150 filter systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty cartridge media for pool filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps capture dirt, debris, oils, and fine particles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen top and open bottom cartridge design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReusable cartridge can be cleaned and reinstalled until replacement is needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect replacement for Pentair R173216 applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pentair R173216 helps restore filtration performance when the existing cartridge is dirty, worn, torn, collapsed, or no longer cleaning properly. A fresh cartridge can improve water clarity, reduce filter pressure issues, and help the circulation system operate more efficiently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing a genuine Pentair OEM cartridge helps maintain the correct fit, flow, and filtration performance for compatible Pentair filter systems. This is especially important for proper sealing, balanced water flow, and dependable filter operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003eBrand\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 Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement Filter Cartridge Element\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\u003eR173216\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\u003eR173216\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOEM \/ Aftermarket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Pentair OEM\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\u003e150 sq. ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Filter Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean \u0026amp; Clear RP \/ compatible Clean \u0026amp; Clear 150 systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Compatible Application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear RP 150\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Outside Diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10-1\/4 in. commonly listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31-1\/4 in. commonly listed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnd Cap Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen top \/ open bottom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePool and spa cartridge filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold As\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle cartridge element\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarcode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e788379017149\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomer-Facing Q\u0026amp;A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat filter does the Pentair R173216 fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe R173216 is commonly listed as a 150 sq. ft. replacement cartridge for compatible Pentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear RP and Clean \u0026amp; Clear 150 cartridge filter systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this a genuine Pentair cartridge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. This listing is for a genuine Pentair OEM replacement filter cartridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow many cartridges are included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing is for one replacement cartridge element.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat size is this cartridge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct data commonly lists this cartridge at approximately 10-1\/4 in. diameter by 31-1\/4 in. long. Always compare your existing cartridge before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this the same as a generic replacement cartridge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. This is the OEM Pentair replacement cartridge. Generic aftermarket cartridges may cross-reference the same filter, but this listing is for the Pentair OEM part number R173216.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen should I replace my cartridge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplace the cartridge if it is torn, collapsed, cracked at the end caps, heavily stained, difficult to clean, or if filter pressure rises quickly after cleaning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I order by square footage alone?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Do not order by square footage only. Cartridge fit depends on exact part number, filter model, dimensions, and end-cap style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm Before Ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm the following before purchasing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart number: R173216\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilter area: 150 sq. ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilter series: compatible Pentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear RP \/ Clean \u0026amp; Clear 150 applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate dimensions: 10-1\/4 in. diameter x 31-1\/4 in. length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnd style: open top \/ open bottom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not order based on square footage alone. 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