Top Load Skim Filter 80 / 100 sq ft - R173601 Filter Cartridge Replacement for Rainbow Plastics with Unicel - C-5397
Swimming Pool Filter Cartridge Replacement for Rainbow Plastics Top Load Skim Filter 80 / 100 sq ft - R173601.
Pool filter cartridges are used to filter swimming pool water by collecting dirt, debris, algae, oils and other contaminants and filtering them out of the pool water. Cartridge filters have a much larger filtering area due to their design and construction. The pleats on a cartridge allow the filter to run at a lower pressure. As a result, the back pressure on your pool and spa pump is reduced thereby increasing the lifespan of your equipment. A pleated cartridge can trap debris as small as 10 to 15 microns (not visible to the un-aided human eye).
Cartridge filtration has been increasingly popular due to lower maintenance in comparison to old style Sand and most D.E. pool filters. There is no need to "Backwash" a cartridge filter, losing water and chemicals. There is no diatomaceous earth (D.E. - white powder substance) to deal with and the cleaning of the filter cartridge is much simpler.
Please utilize the table below to cross reference numbers and measurements as well.
| Description | Value |
|---|---|
| Unicel # | C-5397 |
| Filber # | FC-2972 |
| Pleatco # | PLBS100 |
| Filter Mfg | Rainbow Plastics |
| Filter Model | Top Load Skim Filter 80 / 100 sq ft |
| OEM # | R173601 |
| Length | 17-13/16" |
| Outside Diameter | 5-5/16" |
| Inside Diameter Top | 2-1/8" / open |
| Inside Diameter Bottom | 2-1/8" / open |
| Pleat Count | 223 |
| Square Feet | 80 |
| Notes | |
| Price | $48.57 |
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Last updated 2/22/2025 5:09:57 PM, by BYCAPP