CBPA Composite Pre-Filter
The genuine first-stage cartridge for the Aero·RO S9 tankless system — layered sediment and carbon filtration that protects the RO membrane.
This is the CBPA composite pre-filter for the Aero·RO S9 tankless reverse osmosis system. It handles the first three stages of the S9's filtration in a single cartridge, combining sediment and carbon layers that capture rust, sand, and silt and reduce chlorine taste and odor before water reaches the RO membrane. A fresh pre-filter keeps your water tasting clean and is the best protection you can give the membrane downstream.
Key Performance Metrics
Cartridge Specifications
| Model | CBPA composite pre-filter |
| Fits | Aero·RO S9 700 GPD tankless RO system (pre-filter position) |
| Filtration | Layered sediment and carbon composite — stages 1 through 3 |
| Reduces | Rust, sand, silt, and chlorine taste and odor |
| Applicable Water Pressure | 14.5 – 58 psi (0.1 – 0.4 MPa) |
| Service Life | Replace when the S9's filter life display prompts — sooner than the RO membrane |
| Connection | Twist-lock cartridge — installs from the front of the S9, no tools |
Don't stretch the pre-filter. A clogged pre-filter slows flow, and a spent carbon layer lets chlorine reach the RO membrane, which shortens its life. Swapping the CBPA on time is far cheaper than replacing the membrane early.
Swapping the Cartridge
- Turn off the feed water to the S9 and open the RO faucet to relieve pressure.
- Twist the CBPA cartridge to unlock it and pull it straight out of the unit.
- Push the new CBPA cartridge into the same port and twist until it locks.
- Turn the water back on, check for leaks, and reset the filter life indicator per the S9 manual.
- Run the RO faucet for a few minutes to flush fine carbon from the new cartridge.
Ships from California
Stocked in Santa Ana and shipped the same business day on orders placed before cut-off.
Genuine Aero·RO
Factory-matched replacement cartridges made for the Aero·RO S9 by IPW Industries.
Filter Help
Not sure which cartridge is due? Call (877) 541-6603 and we'll walk you through it.

