Sterling Water Treatment High Flow Carbon Block Filter Cartridge (2.5" x 10")

Enjoy cleaner, better-tasting drinking water with the Sterling Water Treatment High Flow Carbon Block Filter Cartridge (MPN: CB1005). Featuring an advanced radial flow design, this 2.5" x 10" replacement cartridge delivers superior flow rates while effectively reducing chlorine, unpleasant tastes, and foul odors. Engineered with solid block construction, it ensures high-capacity chemical reduction without releasing carbon fines into your water supply.

This 5-micron carbon block filter serves as a key replacement component for Sterling Water Treatment reverse osmosis systems, including the DWSB-TFC-50 (standard 50 GPD residential under-sink RO system) and the DWSB-50-PermPump.

Key Features

Radial Flow High-Capacity Performance

Engineered with a radial flow design that allows water to pass efficiently through the media, maximizing contact time for effective chemical reduction while maintaining excellent water pressure.

Chlorine, Taste, & Odor Reduction

Highly effective at removing chlorine taste and odor, making it an ideal choice for residential drinking water and kitchen filtration systems.

No Carbon Fines Release

Constructed as a solid carbon block to eliminate the release of black carbon fines and channel formation common in loose-fill GAC cartridges.

High Temperature Resistance

Rated for maximum operating temperatures up to 140°F, offering durable performance across various residential water setups.

Individually Factory Wrapped

Each cartridge comes individually shrink-wrapped to preserve cleanliness and filter integrity until it is installed.

System Compatibility & Maintenance Bundles

The CB1005 carbon block cartridge is commonly paired with complementary filters in multi-stage setups, including:

• PB1005 Poly Bonded Sediment Cartridge (2.5" x 10", 5 Micron)
• GAC10 Granular Activated Carbon Cartridge (2.5" x 10")
• RO-TFC50 Universal R.O. Membrane (50 GPD)—replaced every 24 months depending on feed water quality (View RO Membrane)

For routine maintenance, save time and ensure all filters are changed on schedule with the complete Sterling Water Treatment ROCP-B Filter Bundle, which includes the replacement pre- and post-filters required for DWSB-TFC-50 and DWSB-50-PermPump systems.

Product Details

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• Dimensions: 10.00" L x 2.50" W
• Micron Rating: 5 Micron
• Filter Type: High Flow Carbon Block
• Design: Radial Flow
• Target Removal: Chlorine, Taste, and Odor
• Maximum Operating Temperature: 140°F
• System Compatibility: DWSB-TFC-50 and DWSB-50-PermPump
• Packaging: Individually Shrink-Wrapped

Additional Information

• Brand: Sterling Water Treatment
• MPN: CB1005
• SKU: STWCB1005
• UPC: 0813310021166

Sterling CB1005 FAQ

What RO systems use the Sterling CB1005 cartridge?

The CB1005 is designed for use in Sterling Water Treatment under-sink RO systems, specifically models DWSB-TFC-50 and DWSB-50-PermPump, as well as most standard 10" x 2.5" filter housings.

How often should the CB1005 carbon block filter be replaced?

Standard pre- and post-filters like the CB1005, PB1005, and GAC10 should typically be replaced every 6 to 12 months. For convenience, all required filters can be replaced together using the ROCP-B filter replacement bundle.

How often does the main RO membrane need to be changed?

The RO-TFC50 50 GPD membrane lasts longer than standard cartridges and typically requires replacement every 24 months, depending on incoming water quality and usage.

Weight	0.1 lb
Color	White
Filter Type	Carbon Block
Height	3.00 in.
Length	8.00 in.
Room	Kitchen
Type	Replacement Cartridges
Width	3.00 in.
Inventory Number	STWCB1005
MPN	CB1005

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