The FC Cartridge offers increased Capacity (L) for extended reduction of chemical and mechanical contaminants. It is a balanced cartridge for optimum performance in varying water qualities. This cartridge improves the taste of fountain beverages and helps retain the drink's carbonation. It also protects drink system seals pump tubing and small orifices from clogging corrosion and abrasive wear. Features proprietary Fibredyne™ II media which effectively inhibits the growth of bacteria on the filter media that can decrease product life Reduces chlorine taste & odor and other offensive contaminants that can adversely affect the taste of beverages Submicron filtration technology reduces dirt and particles as small as 0.2 micron in size by mechanical means NSF/ANSI Standard 53 certified to reduce cysts such as Cryptosporidium and Giardia by mechanical means Sanitary cartridge replacement is simple quick and clean, internal filter parts are never exposed to handling or contamination NSF Certified under NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 NOTE: No electrical connection required