Pentek BFS-201 3/8" #10 Slim Line Two-Housing Filter System

I'm not a plumber, so I did not realize that 3/8" is more like 1/2" to 5/8". The old unit look the same but must be what a plumber would label 1/4". After several trips to the hardware store, it's finally done. Every connection that could leak did. Had to replace all the old tubes and connectors. A kit might have been a better choice for me. A boat load of pipe thread compound minus the tape plus curing for 24 hours is what finally worked to stop the leaks. The filter works well.

speedy delivery and good quality. They have been working for a month with no problem. In high pressure areas may be wise to change the plastic fitting between the filter cartridges to brass. The pressure in my area is around 85 psi and I changed the fitting to brass to prevent leakage :)

Purchased this 2 stage filter system to replace my GE 2 stage which had seized up and one filter could not be replaced. This system fit the same standard filter cartridges and approximately the same space - Once I finally got the system installed - I did the standard 1 gallon flush & it delivers filtered water as expected. However this system does not include the fittings nor does the system provide either a link or recommendation. I leveraged the type listed in the specifics to find ones (from another site). The system also includes an added red button on the intake side. Since no directions were included - its leaves you questioning.

well built and good price- cant complain

First off, its a well built unit, however, it does seem a little flimsy when its hanging off the wall. Maybe I'm used to wrenching on things harder then they should be? Its sufficiently strong and will server its purpose well for years to come..The hard part.. Most fittings now days are 1/4" IP, 1/2" IP or 3/4" IP... 3/8" IP has fallen out of favor I guess.. Most freezer, ice maker kits are 1/4".. The unit I got is 3/8". It was a bit challenging to find the hardware I was looking for, but ultimately, I was able to find some 3/8"IP to 3/8" compression elbows and the 3/8" copper tubing and it all went together beautifully. I will have to report back in a year with the long term review, but initial quality and ease of installation was good.Third, I wish it came with a sump wrench.. Not a negative since it didn't say it did, but still would have been a nice touch.