Washable 50 micron filter cartridge

Washable 50 micron filter cartridge

Atlas RL 10 BX: polyester mesh for coarse filtration that you can wash

The washable 50 micron filter cartridge Atlas Filtri RL 10 BX is a tubular polyester mesh for coarse water filtration. It traps scale flakes, sand and other sediment, while the flow stays even and the pressure drop small. The nominal rating is 50 microns and the maximum flow is 4,000 L/h.

The biggest advantage is that you do not throw the cartridge away: after washing, according to the manufacturer the filter medium is again comparable to a new one. Price: €11.90.

Washable 50 micron filter cartridge

Where to install it and what to combine it with

The washable 50 micron filter cartridge is intended for the first filtration stage, ahead of the fine cartridges. That way it protects carbon and fine sediment cartridges from sand and mud and extends their service life. It has a double O-ring of 45 mm in diameter (BX connection), and according to the manufacturer it fits PLUS 3P BX, DP and K DP housings.

For fine filtration after it, choose a 5 micron sediment cartridge or a 1 micron one, and for chlorine and odour the PurePro CTO carbon block. If the water contains more sand, see also the washable 100 micron and 150 micron cartridges.

Advantages: washable 50 micron filter cartridge

• Reusable: washable polyester medium
• Nominal rating 50 microns
• Flow up to 4,000 L/h with a small pressure drop
• Average service life about 24 months
• Double O-ring 45 mm, quick installation
• Suitable for drinking water
• Cheap upkeep: washing instead of buying a new cartridge

Maintenance: washable 50 micron filter cartridge

How to wash it and when to replace it

According to the manufacturer, wash the cartridge once a month. Shut off the water supply, take the cartridge out of the housing, wash it under running water and put it back. The average service life is about 24 months.

The cartridge is suitable for drinking water. Do not use it with microbiologically contaminated water or water of unknown quality. The mesh does not remove chlorine, hardness or bacteria.

Who is the washable 50 micron filter cartridge for

When it makes sense

Choose it if your water contains sand, scale flakes or rust (for example with a private water supply or older pipes) and you want a coarse cartridge that you will not have to buy again every time. For cloudier water or sand, a coarser washable 100 or 150 micron cartridge is more suitable.

Technical data: washable 50 micron filter cartridge

• Nominal rating: 50 microns
• Maximum flow: 4,000 L/h
• Filter medium: polyester mesh
• Reinforcement and end caps: polypropylene
• Maximum operating temperature: 45 °C
• Connection: BX, double O-ring, 45 mm diameter
• Compatible housings: PLUS 3P BX, DP, K DP
• Maintenance: washing once a month

If you are looking for a washable 50 micron filter cartridge for the first filtration stage, the Atlas RL 10 BX is an inexpensive choice that you can use again. Also see our other individual cartridges for water filters.