{"product_id":"pentair_r173214","title":"Pentair Cartridge Element 75 sq. ft. | Clean \u0026 Clear \/ Predator Cartridge Filter | R173214","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pentair Cartridge Element (R173214) is the OEM replacement 75 sq. ft. filter cartridge for the Pentair Clean \u0026amp; Clear and Predator cartridge filter lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border: 2px solid #FFEAA7; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin: 15px 0; color: #856404;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ IMPORTANT: MODEL YEAR QUALIFIER — CLEAN \u0026amp; CLEAR FILTER SYSTEMS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis cartridge is confirmed for Clean \u0026amp; Clear Filter Systems manufactured 2009 and beyond. If your filter predates 2009, verify the part number against your equipment manual or the label on your existing cartridge before ordering.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cartridge element is the primary filtration media in your Pentair cartridge filter. Water passes through the pleated polyester fabric, which captures debris, oils, and fine particulate before returning filtered water to the pool. When the filter pressure rises 8–10 PSI above the clean starting pressure, the cartridge requires cleaning or replacement. A degraded or collapsed cartridge reduces filtration efficiency and can allow fine debris to pass through to the pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePentair Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eR173214\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration Area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e75 sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eEach (1 cartridge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFits Into\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eClean \u0026amp; Clear — Clean \u0026amp; Clear \/ Predator Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCLEAN \u0026amp; CLEAR 75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCartridge element for 75 sq. ft. models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePredator Filter — Clean \u0026amp; Clear \/ Predator Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePREDATOR 75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCartridge element for 75 sq. ft. models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eClean \u0026amp; Clear Filter Systems — Clean \u0026amp; Clear Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eCLEAN \u0026amp; CLEAR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e75 sq. ft. models; Clean \u0026amp; Clear Filter Systems manufactured 2009 and beyond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePentair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePredator Filter — Clean \u0026amp; Clear \/ Predator Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePREDATOR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eFor 75 sq. ft. models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCompatibility is based on Pentair parts documentation and available OEM records. This is not an exhaustive list. For certainty, verify the part number in your equipment's manual or on the original part itself before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, confirm the square footage rating of your existing cartridge — it is typically printed on the end cap or molded into the cartridge core. A 75 sq. ft. cartridge is not interchangeable with 100 sq. ft. or 150 sq. ft. elements even when the filter housing looks identical. When replacing the cartridge, inspect the filter tank O-ring and air relief assembly at the same time; addressing worn ancillary components during the same service interval avoids a second teardown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wft:processed:manual:2026-04-04 --\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53912389222675,"sku":"R173214","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/0687\/5411\/files\/PENR173214_0.jpg?v=1772794000","url":"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/pentair_r173214","provider":"Poolaroo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}