Pentair
Pentair EC-160301 Clean & Clear Plus 420 Cartridge Filter
Pentair EC-160301 Clean & Clear Plus 420 Cartridge Filter
The Pentair EC-160301 Clean & Clear Plus 420 Cartridge Filter is a genuine Pentair high-capacity cartridge pool filter designed for strong water clarity, dependable flow, and easier routine maintenance on inground pool systems. Also known as the CCP420, this filter provides 420 square feet of cartridge filtration area, giving pool owners more dirt-holding capacity and longer cleaning cycles compared to smaller cartridge filters.
With its four-cartridge design, durable tank construction, and 2 inch plumbing connections, the Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 420 is a strong replacement or upgrade option for many residential inground pools. It is especially useful for pool owners who want reliable filtration without the need for backwashing or a multiport valve.
Before You Buy
The Pentair EC-160301 is a cartridge filter for inground pool applications. Cartridge filters do not use a backwash valve the way sand or D.E. filters do. Before ordering, confirm your current filter model, plumbing size, available equipment pad space, pump flow rate, and whether a 420 sq. ft. filter is properly sized for your pool.
Key Features
- Genuine Pentair Clean & Clear Plus cartridge filter
- Part number: EC-160301 / 160301
- Model: CCP420
- 420 sq. ft. total cartridge filter area
- Four-cartridge design for increased dirt-holding capacity
- Designed for residential inground pool filtration systems
- 2 inch plumbing connections for strong system flow
- High Flow manual air relief valve helps release trapped air
- Internal air relief supports efficient filtration performance
- 1.5 inch drain clean-out port for easier draining and winterization
- Durable, corrosion-resistant tank construction
- No multiport valve or backwashing required for normal cartridge filter operation
- NSF/ANSI 50 certified
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | Pentair |
| Product Line | Clean & Clear Plus |
| Part Number | EC-160301 / 160301 |
| Model | CCP420 |
| Filter Type | Cartridge Filter |
| Application | Inground Pools |
| Filter Area | 420 sq. ft. |
| Cartridge Quantity | 4 cartridges |
| Plumbing Connection | 2 inch |
| Drain Port | 1.5 inch clean-out drain port |
| Backwash Valve Required | No |
| Certification | NSF/ANSI 50 Certified |
Why Choose the Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 420?
The Clean & Clear Plus 420 is built for pool owners who want strong cartridge filtration, good flow performance, and less frequent filter cleaning. With 420 square feet of filtration area, this model gives the system more cartridge surface area to capture debris and hold dirt before cleaning is needed.
Unlike sand and D.E. filters, this cartridge filter does not require backwashing. When maintenance is needed, the cartridge elements are removed, rinsed, and reinstalled. That makes the CCP420 a practical choice for many pool owners who want a cleaner, simpler filter setup with less water waste during maintenance.
Replacement Fitment Note
If you are replacing an older filter, do not choose a replacement by part number, price, or brand alone. Confirm your current filter model, pool size, pump horsepower or flow rate, plumbing size, and available equipment pad clearance. A larger cartridge filter can be beneficial, but it still needs to fit the system and installation space properly.
Does This Filter Need a Multiport Valve?
No. The Pentair EC-160301 Clean & Clear Plus 420 is a cartridge filter, so it does not use a multiport valve for normal operation. Multiport valves are typically used with sand and D.E. filters. The CCP420 is cleaned by opening the filter tank, removing the cartridge elements, and rinsing them as needed.
Why Buy From Aqua Terra Backyard?
At Aqua Terra Backyard, we help pool owners choose replacement pool equipment with practical, accurate product information. Filters can look similar online, but filter area, plumbing size, equipment pad clearance, pump flow, and pool size all matter. If you are replacing an existing filter, compare your current setup before ordering to make sure the Pentair EC-160301 Clean & Clear Plus 420 is the right fit for your pool.
