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Unicel 5CH-502 Replacement Filter Cartridge | 50 sq. ft. | Marquis Spas & Cal Spas

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About This Item

The Unicel 5CH-502 is a 50 sq. ft. replacement spa filter cartridge engineered with a bar handle top and 2" male pipe thread (MPT) bottom — built to the precise dimensional envelope of the original for a confident drop-in fit. With 197 pleats of 3 oz. Reemay 2033 polyester media, the 5CH-502 delivers consistent particulate capture and reliable water clarity through every filter cycle.

Specifications

Filter Area 50 sq. ft.
Length 12 1/2"
Outer Diameter 5 3/16"
Top Inner Diameter N/A
Bottom Inner Diameter N/A
Material 3 oz. Reemay 2033
Pleat Count 197
Top Cap: bar handle
Top Cap
Bottom Cap: 2" male thread/MPT
Bottom Cap

Note from Unicel: If your existing cartridge is labeled C-5303, the 5CH-502 is its current replacement. The 5CH-502 is the updated Unicel part number for this filter.

Fits into:

OEM Brand Product Name Part Number Notes
Cal Spas FIL11100202
Marquis Spas 20041 New design filter housing
Marquis Spas 370-0237 New design filter housing
Marquis Spas 20091 New design filter housing

⚠️ Marquis Spas Owners: The 5CH-502 fits the new design Marquis filter housing. If your current cartridge carries a part number other than 20041, 370-0237, or 20091, verify your housing design before ordering to ensure a correct fit.

(This is not an exhaustive list.)

Pro Tip: Before ordering, measure your existing cartridge's length and outer diameter against the specs above — 12 1/2" length and 5 3/16" OD are the key fit dimensions for the 5CH-502. Confirm the 2" MPT thread on the bottom cap matches your filter housing connection.

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Unicel Filter Cartridges and DE Grids

About Unicel Filter Cartridges and DE Grids

The "Gold Standard" of Replacement Cartridges
For over 50 years, Unicel (Meissner Mfg.) has been the professional's choice for restoring pool water clarity. While generic "knock-off" filters often use cheap, fuzzy fabric that clogs quickly, Unicel uses genuine Reemay® Filtration Media. This patented synthetic fiber features a unique trilobal shape that traps significantly more dirt and oils without choking your pump's water flow. Based in California, Unicel doesn't just copy filter dimensions; they engineer them to strict Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications. This ensures a "lock-tight" fit in your filter tank, preventing debris from bypassing the system and returning to your pool.

Why We Trust Unicel Filter Cartridges and DE Grids
Genuine Reemay® Media: Uses continuous trilobal fibers to capture microscopic debris without restricting water flow.

Precision "Exact Fit": Engineered to match your tank's original specifications for a 100% leak-free seal.

Made in the USA: Manufactured in California with heavy-duty urethane end caps that resist cracking under pressure.

Longer Lifespan: Sharp, rigid pleats resist collapsing during cleaning, meaning you buy fewer replacements over time.

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