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This IPW Industries compatible replacement for the Intelifil FI-GAC010BB-3 delivers whole-house chlorine reduction and taste improvement using premium coconut shell carbon media. Built to fit standard 10"x4.5" Big Blue housings, it offers exceptional dirt holding capacity and consistent flow without carbon fines.
SPECIFICATIONS
Technical Details
| Model Number | IF-GAC-010BB/3 (Compatible with Intelifil FI-GAC010BB-3) |
| Filter Type | Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) |
| Dimensions | 10" x 4.5" (Big Blue) |
| Micron Rating | 10 Nominal |
| Filter Media | Coconut Shell Carbon |
| Flow Rate | 1.50 GPM |
| Weight | 3 lb 2 oz |
| Application | Whole House / Point of Entry |
INSTALLATION & USE
Replacement Procedure
- Shut off water supply and relieve system pressure by opening a downstream faucet
- Unscrew Big Blue housing using a filter wrench and remove old cartridge
- Clean housing sump with mild soap and rinse thoroughly before installing new filter
- Insert new GAC cartridge, ensure proper seating, and hand-tighten housing until snug
- Turn water supply back on slowly, check for leaks, and flush filter for 5 minutes before use
COMPATIBILITY
Fits Standard Big Blue Systems
This cartridge is designed as a compatible replacement for Intelifil FI-GAC010BB-3 filters and fits any standard 10"x4.5" Big Blue filter housing from manufacturers including Watts, Pentek, Culligan, and others. Ideal for whole-house applications where chlorine taste and odor removal is required, it also reduces volatile organic chemicals (VOCs), trihalomethanes (THMs), turbidity, and sediment while maintaining low pressure drop across the system.
🔧 Pro Tip: Run water through the filter for 5 full minutes on first installation to flush loose carbon fines and activate the media. This prevents any harmless black residue from reaching your faucets and ensures optimal filtration performance from day one.
