Pentek
Pentek - Slim Line 5" Filter Housing - Blue Cap / Clear Sump
$30.41
Pentek Slim Line Housing
5" Compact Filter Housing with 1/4" NPT Connections
Space-saving reinforced polypropylene housing for low-flow residential and commercial applications
125 PSI Max Pressure
1/4" NPT Threading
FDA Compliant
Clear Sump
The Pentek #5 Slim Line housing solves installation problems where standard 10" housings won't fit. Built from reinforced polypropylene with a blue cap and clear sump, it accepts any 5" x 2.5" sediment or carbon cartridge for drinking water, food service, or humidification systems.
SPECIFICATIONS
Housing Details
| Filter Cartridge Size | 5" x 2.5" diameter |
| Material | Reinforced polypropylene cap and sump |
| Connection Type | 1/4" female NPT inlet/outlet |
| O-Ring | Buna-N (nitrile butadiene rubber) |
| Flow Rate | 3 GPM maximum (2 PSI pressure drop) |
| Max Operating Pressure | 125 PSI |
| Max Operating Temperature | 125°F (51.7°C) |
| Compliance | FDA standards for food contact |
COMPATIBILITY
Cartridge Requirements
This Pentek slim line housing accepts any standard 5 inch length x 2.5 inch diameter filter cartridge, including sediment (1, 5, 10, 20, 50 micron), activated carbon block, or granular carbon (GAC) cartridges. Common applications include point-of-use drinking water filtration, ice maker supply lines, refrigerator filters, beverage equipment, humidifier protection, and aquarium water prep. The 1/4" NPT female ports work with standard brass or plastic threaded fittings and can be installed in any orientation where space is limited.
