Reusable Stainless Steel Water Filter Cartridge is used for replacing disposable sediment cartridges in standard 10 in and 20 in housings with a pleated stainless mesh or wedge-wire element that is rinsed and reused. ANSI 61 housings (10 in is the reference cited for it on drawings, datasheets and purchase orders.
What ANSI 61 housings (10 in Means for Reusable Stainless Steel Water Filter Cartridge
The dimensions in the table below are supplied to suit ANSI 61 housings (10 in. Where the standard sets requirements for the finished appliance, device or system, compliance testing of that assembly stays with its manufacturer; we supply the metal mesh part to the drawing and can provide material certificates and dimensional reports with the shipment.
Reusable Stainless Steel Water Filter Cartridge Dimensions
| Size | Outer diameter (mm) | Length (mm) | Micron rating (u00b5m) | Construction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 in standard | 63 | 248 | 50 | Pleated SS316 woven |
| 10 in fine | 63 | 248 | 25 | Pleated SS316 dutch weave |
| 20 in big blue | 114 | 508 | 50 | Pleated SS316 woven |
| 20 in wedge | 114 | 508 | 100 | Wedge wire SS316 |
Specifying Reusable Stainless Steel Water Filter Cartridge Beyond the Standard
- Housing size: 10 in standard, 20 in standard or 20 in Big Blue.
- Micron rating: 25–100 µm; finer ratings clog quickly in sandy water.
- Construction: Pleated woven SS316 for area; wedge wire for heavy sand.
When Reusable Stainless Steel Water Filter Cartridge Is Not the Right Choice
Not for removing chlorine, taste, lead or bacteria — those need carbon, ion-exchange or UV stages.
