{"product_id":"davey-microlene-ppac10-10-standard-pleated-carbon-cartridge-sediment-chlorine-reduction-nz","title":"Davey Microlene PPAC10 10\" Standard Pleated Carbon Cartridge - Sediment \u0026 Chlorine Reduction NZ","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Davey Microlene PPAC10 is a pleated powdered activated carbon cartridge that combines sediment filtration with chlorine, taste, and odour reduction in a single stage. The pleated polyester construction gives it a large filtration surface area, allowing higher flow rates than standard carbon block cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant limitation:\u003c\/strong\u003e because the carbon loading in this media is limited compared to a dedicated carbon block, the PPAC10 is not recommended for the removal of organics, pesticides, or THMs. It is suited to polishing applications, closed loop systems, post reverse osmosis use, and rainwater filtration where combined sediment and basic taste and odour treatment is the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCold water use only. Constructed entirely from FDA grade materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSold as a single cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specs at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSize: 10\" standard (10\" × 2.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMicron rating: 10 micron nominal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedia: Powdered bonded activated carbon impregnated on polyester\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptimal flow rate: 3.8 lpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaximum flow rate: 20 lpm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMax temperature: 52°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCold water use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColour: Black with grey end caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFDA grade materials throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Kiwi homeowners choose the PPAC10\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual action in one cartridge — sediment removal and chlorine\/taste\/odour reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePleated construction provides more filtration surface area than standard carbon cartridges\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigher flow rates than carbon block cartridges at the same size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFDA grade materials throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for rainwater and polishing applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNZ-based support if you need help choosing or replacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant — what this cartridge is not for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PPAC10 contains a limited quantity of activated carbon bonded to polyester. This is enough for chlorine, taste, and odour reduction, but it is not sufficient for the removal of organics, pesticides, or THMs. For those applications, a dedicated carbon block cartridge is required. Get in touch if you're unsure which cartridge suits your water quality needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFull technical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePPAC10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\" standard (10\" × 2.5\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicron rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 micron nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowdered bonded activated carbon on polyester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptimal flow rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.8 lpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum flow rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 lpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e52°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack with grey end caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFDA grade throughout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCold water only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Davey Microlene PPAC10 pleated powdered activated carbon cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits most 10\" standard filter housings (2.5\" diameter cartridge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the PPAC10 actually do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt combines two functions in one cartridge — the pleated polyester structure physically traps sediment down to 10 microns, while the powdered activated carbon bonded to the media reduces chlorine and the compounds that cause off tastes and odours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat doesn't it do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the carbon loading is limited compared to a dedicated carbon block, the PPAC10 is not recommended for removing organics, pesticides, or THMs. If those are concerns for your water supply, a carbon block cartridge is the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from a carbon block cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pleated construction gives it more filtration surface area and higher flow rates than a carbon block at the same housing size. The trade-off is less total carbon contact time, which is why it is not suited to organics, pesticides, or THM removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen do I replace it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace it when offending chemical smell or taste returns in the filtered water. There is no fixed litre capacity stated — replace on sensory signal. For critical applications, Davey recommends running two filters in a lag\/lead arrangement with regular chemical testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my housing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PPAC10 is a 10\" standard cartridge (10\" × 2.5\"). It fits any 10\" standard filter housing. If your housing takes a 2.5\" diameter cartridge, it's compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it with warm or hot water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — this cartridge is rated for cold water use only. Maximum temperature is 52°C but it is specified for cold water applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for rainwater?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the datasheet specifically lists rainwater as an application. It's well suited to combined sediment and taste treatment of rainwater supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat warranty applies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter cartridges are consumable items. If yours arrives damaged or defective, get in touch and we'll sort it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff3cd;border:1px solid #ffc107;border-radius:8px;padding:16px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-weight:700;color:#856404;\"\u003e⚠️ Disclaimer – Collective \/ Dropship Product\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#856404;\"\u003eThis product is supplied \u0026amp; shipped directly by the brand via Shopify Collective. Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days NZ-wide. 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