Pentair
Pentair EC-160340 Clean & Clear Plus Cartridge Filter 320 sq-ft
Pentair EC-160340 Clean & Clear Plus Cartridge Filter 320 sq-ft
The Pentair EC-160340 Clean & Clear Plus Cartridge Filter is a genuine Pentair 320 sq. ft. cartridge pool filter designed for strong filtration, high water flow, and easier routine maintenance on inground pool systems. Also known as the CCP320, this filter uses four cartridge elements to provide a large filtration area without requiring backwashing or a multiport valve.
With a 320 square foot filter area and a listed flow rate of 120 GPM, the Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 320 is a solid choice for pool owners looking to replace an older cartridge filter or upgrade from a smaller filtration system. The large cartridge design helps capture debris efficiently while giving the system more dirt-holding capacity between cleanings.
Before You Buy
The Pentair EC-160340 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 the 320 sq. ft. filter size is appropriate for your pool.
Key Features
- Genuine Pentair Clean & Clear Plus cartridge filter
- Part number: EC-160340
- Model: CCP320
- 320 sq. ft. total cartridge filter area
- Listed flow rate of 120 GPM
- Four-cartridge design for increased dirt-holding capacity
- Designed for 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 helps support efficient filtration performance
- 1.5 inch drain clean-out port for easier draining and winterization
- Durable, corrosion-resistant tank construction
- No multiport valve required for normal cartridge filter operation
- NSF/ANSI 50 certified
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | Pentair |
| Product Line | Clean & Clear Plus |
| Part Number | EC-160340 |
| Standard Part Number | 160340 |
| Model | CCP320 |
| Filter Type | Cartridge Filter |
| Application | Inground Pools |
| Filter Area | 320 sq. ft. |
| Flow Rate | 120 GPM |
| Cartridge Quantity | 4 cartridges |
| Plumbing Connection | 2 inch |
| Drain Port | 1.5 inch clean-out drain port |
| Certification | NSF/ANSI 50 Certified |
Why Choose the Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 320?
The Clean & Clear Plus 320 is built for pool owners who want strong cartridge filtration without the extra plumbing and water waste associated with backwashing. Instead of backwashing, the cartridge elements are removed and rinsed when cleaning is needed. This makes it a popular option for residential inground pools where simple maintenance, dependable filtration, and efficient water flow are priorities.
The four-cartridge design gives this filter more surface area than many smaller cartridge systems, which can help reduce cleaning frequency when properly sized to the pool and pump. It is also a helpful replacement path for many older cartridge filters where the pool owner wants to stay with a current Pentair filtration system.
Replacement Fitment Note
If you are replacing an older filter, do not choose a replacement by price or brand alone. Confirm the current filter model, pool size, pump horsepower or flow rate, plumbing size, and available clearance around the equipment pad. A filter that is too small can require more frequent cleaning, while a properly sized cartridge filter can help improve overall system performance.
Does This Filter Need a Multiport Valve?
No. The Pentair EC-160340 Clean & Clear Plus is a cartridge filter, so it does not require a backwash or multiport valve for normal operation. Multiport valves are typically used with sand and D.E. filters. Cartridge filters are cleaned by removing and rinsing the cartridge elements.
Why Buy From Aqua Terra Backyard?
At Aqua Terra Backyard, we help pool owners find the right replacement equipment with accurate product information and practical fitment guidance. Pool filters can look similar online, but filter area, flow rate, plumbing size, and equipment pad layout all matter. If you are replacing an existing filter, compare your current model and system details before purchasing to make sure the Pentair EC-160340 Clean & Clear Plus 320 is the right fit for your pool.
