Product Details

Key Features
  • Scale Prevention: Eliminates scale formation by removing water hardness minerals, ensuring your equipment remains in peak condition.
  • Cost and Maintenance Reduction: Thanks to its high-capacity ion-exchange resin, it significantly lowers maintenance needs and costs while prolonging equipment life.
  • Efficient Hardness Removal: Capable of removing up to 1,800 grains of hardness minerals, ensuring your water is perfect for coffee and tea brewing.
  • Easy Installation: The ¼ turn QT Qwik-Twist bayonet cartridge design allows for quick, easy, and sanitary filter changes.
Dimensions & Specs
  • Dimensions: 17.5”H x 4”W x 4”D
  • Operating Pressure: 10 - 125 psi (0.7 - 8.6 bar)
  • Water Temperature Range: 35˚ - 100˚F (2˚ - 38˚C)
  • Shipping Weight: 5 lbs.

Performance:

  • Flow Rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)
  • Sediment Reduction: Down to 10 microns
  • Hardness Removal: Up to 1,800 grains

Compatible Systems:

  • QTSFT-3 (Part No. 160-00450) x2
  • QTSFT-1 (Part No. 160-52017) x1
Water Filtration Requirements
  • Change pre/post-filters and mineral addition cartridges every 6 months or as needed.
  • Membrane lifespan varies; typically 12-18 months, but can extend to 3-5 years depending on conditions.
  • Intended for commercial use; installation and maintenance must follow the manufacturer’s guidelines.
  • Do not use with water of unknown quality or without proper disinfection.
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FAQ's

Is the Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge worth it?
The Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge Your filtration system is only as good as the cartridge currently in it.
What is the system performance restoration on the Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge?
The Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge features system performance restoration: Replaces exhausted media to restore full filtration capacity — scale, chlorine, and TDS reduction back to original specification.
Does the Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge have genuine replacement media?
The Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge features genuine replacement media: Manufactured to the system's original specifications. Same performance from first use to rated capacity — not a compatible generic.
How does the equipment protection work on the Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge?
The Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge features equipment protection: Continuous scale and chlorine protection for espresso machines, brewers, and ice equipment throughout the cartridge life.
What about the scheduled replacement on the Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge?
The Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge features scheduled replacement: Replace on the rated capacity schedule — a fresh cartridge is the routine step that keeps water quality from drifting.
How long does the Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge last?
The Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge is built by Pentair for long-term use. Regular maintenance and proper care will maximize the lifespan of this equipment. Pentair builds their products with durable materials and components designed for years of reliable service.
Where is the best place to buy the Pentair SFT-Q Replacement Cartridge?
Coffee Machine Depot is an authorized Pentair dealer. When you purchase the pentair sft-q replacement cartridge from CMD, you receive expert product support and guidance. Contact us at 323-592-3303 for questions about this product.