Berkey Authentic Black Berkey Purification Elements - Berkey Water Purifier Replacement Filters (Pack of 4)

Features

• POWERFUL PURIFICATION- Berkey systems equipped with Black Berkey Purification Elements reduce up to 99.999% of viruses and 99.9999% of pathogenic bacteria in freshwater sources, while also removing or dramatically reducing protozoa, trihalomethanes, inorganic minerals, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, VOCs, petroleum products, perfluorinated chemicals, rust, silt, sediment and even radiologicals.
• ECONOMICAL, LONG-LASTING- This pack of four Black Berkey Purification Elements lasts for up to 12,000 gallons before needing replacement. Each additional pair of elements (sold separately) adds an additional 6,000 gallons of purification power to your system. Elements not for use with saltwater sources or softened water.
• INDEPENDENT TESTING- Berkey by NMCL uses several independent third-party labs to test a broad range of potential contaminants, and has conducted Extreme Testing for lead and PFCs in order to show the effectiveness of our Black Berkey Purification Elements.
• ONLY BUY AUTHENTIC- Accept no substitutes! These are the original factory replacement elements made by the official manufacturer, Berkey by NMCL.
• AMERICAN PRODUCT- Black Berkey Purification Elements are made and assembled in the USA.

Description

Berkey systems equipped with Black Berkey Purification Elements purify water—not just filter it, reducing up to 99.999% of viruses and 99.9999% of pathogenic bacteria, while also removing or dramatically reducing protozoa, trihalomethanes, inorganic minerals, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, VOCs, petroleum products, perfluorinated chemicals, rust, silt, sediment and even radiologicals. Berkey systems are relied on by people facing the harshest of conditions every day. Berkey customers are an amazing product testimonial, and they do their research. This is why NMCL conducts and makes available independent testing for review. Black Berkey Purification Elements have a long lifespan—up to 6,000 gallons per pair. Add elements to speed up flow rate. There is no substitution for Berkey quality. Avoid filters that claim to be “compatible” with our systems. Black Berkey Purification Elements are often relied upon in the harshest of conditions; times when a miscalculation may have serious consequences. Choose proven Berkey products for both preparedness and everyday effectiveness.

Package Dimensions 11.8 x 6 x 5.5 inches

Item Weight 3.16 pounds

Manufacturer Berkey

ASIN B00FKF8XAO

Customer Reviews 4.5 out of 5 stars 44 ratings 4.5 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank #31,975 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #25 in Replacement Countertop Water Filters

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No

Date First Available September 9, 2015

abunda_amazon_reviews I bought two sets of black filters on Amazon through Colorado Distributors (received them on July 12 and installed them about a week later). They were primed per directions. Water flow was very good for about 2 weeks, then slowed considerably. I washed them under cold water, scrubbing with a scotchbrite pad (NO soap), primed them per instructions, and reinstalled them. They worked well for less than a week, then I had to repeat the cleaning process. A week later, and again, the same issue (takes 4 -5 hours to get all the water to filter). We use around 3 gallons of water a day (90 gallons per month). I should not have to clean these filters once a week. I could understand having to clean them after about 6 months (550 gallons). But for filters that are supposed to last 6000 gallons - this weekly cleaning is unacceptable. Our water is from a co-op, so it is not filthy. It does contain Chloramine, but the filters are supposed to take care of that. We have been using these black filters at our current residence for about 2 years and have had to REPLACE them EVERY 6 months because the cleaning becomes so tedious and time consuming. But now after only a month? On top of that, the Berkey warranty is a joke - they expect you to take pictures (of what, a half-empty top tank - what would that prove?). They reserve the right to insist on video "proof", as well. On top of that, they make you pay return shipping. After jumping through so many hoops, I gave up. I simply will not purchase Berkey black filters again. We will try a different company's countertop system. It will cost far less money than the Berkey and I won't have to rely on bottled water as a back-up anymore. Update: Shortly after posting the above review, a Berkey representative emailed me and told me I did not have to provide any photographs in this case, and they would consider providing a prepaid shipping label if I returned my filters to them. As such, I upgraded my original review from one star to two since they made an attempt to make things right. However, given the consistently poor performance of these filters with Chloramine, I will not bother to put them through the time and expense to replace the filters. We have ordered a 3-filter countertop system from another company and we'll see how that works to remove the Chloramine.;;Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2019;;2.0 out of 5 stars;;Does NOT last more than a month if your water has Chloramine!;;dan1776;;;We have the Big Berkey filtering system and had two ceramic filters and two filters in it. The time had come to replace the filters and decided to go with all four black carbon filters this time. We have very hard water here and have found that by first using the Brita filter and then through the Berkey we get drinkable water and usable in our coffee maker. As older folks we don't care to fuss with the large water bottles and do not have space for a full filtering system.;;Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2019;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Works for us with the hard water.;;Larry;;;Yes, they're pricey. What is consistently, reliably and efficiently filtered water worth to you? We use ours to filter well water that has, at times, very high iron or sulfur content. These filters work like none other to remove everything you want gone, and the result is clear water that is more refreshing than an ice-cold cola. And remember, that filtered water is making your ice (or should be!) We tried cheaper once, and "paid the price." Bite the bullet, pay the price, and enjoy the benefit. Your coffee will never taste better!;;Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2019;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Accept no substitute;;William W.;;;Our faucet doesn't prime these well, and pushing up on the faucet to hold a seal could break it, after lots of tries we used our stainless steel meat injector with the long needle. Easy Peasy! Love how these filters make our chlorine smelling, hard water taste. This was our first replacement set and much easier to install, than carrying bottled water every week.;;Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2020;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Priming Solution & Great Tasting Water;;Donna F;;;I absolutely love these filters. They provide great tasting water. You could put Pond scum in these things and it will filter it out.;;Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2019;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Very strong filters.;;Bill;;;This is the product that is used globally to filter/purify even water out of a ditch for survival drinking.;;Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2020;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;makes any water safe to drink;;HG;;;a great way to filter water.;;Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2020;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;they work wonderfully;;nina mason;;;No links works will good;;Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2019;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Nice clean water;;dana sue burch