Crystal clear water with commercial-grade cartridge efficiency and zero backwashing. The Pentair Clean & Clear Plus cartridge filter features a corrosion-resistant, injection-molded fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene tank with four easily accessible, coreless cartridge elements. By eliminating the need for backwashing, the Clean & Clear Plus prevents the loss of thousands of litres of heated, chemically treated water each swimming season.
Technical specifications
| Warranty | All Filters 2 YEARS Standard Warranty – 1 Year Minimum Inground products purchased from a retail store (brick & mortar), pool builder, or pool service company receive a minimum of one-year parts and labor warranty when professionally installed. Source: Pentair warrantyWarranty is provided by the manufacturer under its own terms. See the source link for full details. |
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Key features
- Quad-cartridge coreless design — four large-capacity polyester cartridges maximize filtration area, prolonging cleaning cycles to as little as once per season.
- Injection-molded fiberglass tank — chemical-resistant composite vessel engineered for supreme durability and high burst pressure under Canadian freeze-thaw cycles.
- Clamp ring with safety latch — heavy-duty tension ring securely seals tank halves with an audible safety latch for foolproof reassembly.
- Continuous internal air relief — High Flow™ manual air relief valve and internal continuous air bypass safely release trapped air during operation.
- 100% backwash-free operation — conserves water and pool chemicals while complying with municipal environmental bylaws.
Specifications
| Attribute | CCP320 | CCP420 | CCP520 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filtration Area | 320 sq. ft. | 420 sq. ft. | 520 sq. ft. |
| Design Flow Rate | 120 GPM (454 LPM) | 150 GPM (568 LPM) | 150 GPM (568 LPM) |
| Turnover Capacity (8 hr) | 57,600 Gallons | 72,000 Gallons | 72,000 Gallons |
| Turnover Capacity (10 hr) | 72,000 Gallons | 90,000 Gallons | 90,000 Gallons |
| Turnover Capacity (12 hr) | 86,400 Gallons | 108,000 Gallons | 108,000 Gallons |
| Plumbing Union Size | 2 in. Slip | 2 in. Slip | 2 in. Slip |
| Tank Diameter | 21.5 in. | 21.5 in. | 21.5 in. |
| Tank Height | 43 in. | 49 in. | 56 in. |
| Cartridge Count | 4 Elements | 4 Elements | 4 Elements |
Before you buy
- Footprint: Ensure equipment pad has at least 3 feet of vertical clearance above the tank for removing the top lid and cartridge cluster.
- Eco compliance: Ideal for locations where municipal sewer bylaws prohibit chlorinated pool discharge into storm drains.
- Winterizing: Open air bleeder, drain tank thoroughly, rinse cartridges, and store in a dry indoor garage or basement.
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Frequently asked questions
Why choose a Clean & Clear Plus over a single-cartridge filter?
The Clean & Clear Plus splits the water flow across four large cartridge elements rather than forcing it through a single small core. This lowers the pressure drop, extends the interval between cleanings to once or twice a year, and dramatically extends cartridge life.
What size Clean & Clear Plus is recommended for a residential pool?
The CCP420 (420 sq ft) is the undisputed sweet spot for most Canadian backyard pools up to 25,000 gallons. For very large in-ground pools or pools with heavy surrounding trees, the CCP520 (520 sq ft) delivers maximum dirt-holding capacity.
How often do the four cartridges need to be replaced?
With proper semi-annual hose cleaning and indoor winter storage, genuine Pentair cartridge elements typically last 3 to 5 swimming seasons before replacement pleats are needed.
Specifications from Pentair Water Pool and Spa technical documentation.
Installation & Safety Notice: High-pressure pool cartridge filters must be installed and maintained in strict accordance with the manufacturer's manual. Always relieve tank air pressure before servicing the clamp band.
Common questions
Is installation included?
No. AVL Shop sells equipment only. Installation is done by an independent licensed contractor that you hire.
How is freight charged?
Freight cost is included in your written quote before you pay.
What warranty does this product have?
The manufacturer warranty applies. Where we have the manufacturer’s exact wording, it is shown in the Warranty row of the specifications on this page, with a link to the source.
How do I get a quote?
Use Request a quote on this page and send the model and your city or postal code.