Puretec GC051 5 Micron Granular Carbon Water Filter Cartridge 2.5" x 10" effectively reduce unwanted taste, odour, chlorine, volatile chemicals and pesticides leaving beautiful tasting clear water for all drinking water applications. They are designed to allow maximum contact between the water and carbon ensuring maximum absorption. The construction of the cartridge allows water to enter at one end and pass through the entire length of the carbon bed before exiting to the other end of the cartridge, while an external expansion pad minimizes channelling or bypass. The post filter is permanently fastened to an innovative support basket ensuring that it is firmly secured and eliminating any potential of bypass making it suitable for drinking water, food service, whole house filtration and many other situations.