{"id":21680,"date":"2026-01-19T14:28:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T19:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sanifontaines.ca\/?post_type=product&#038;p=21680"},"modified":"2026-01-19T14:28:01","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T19:28:01","slug":"water-filter-omnipure-elf-xl-1m-pamsb","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/sanifontaines.ca\/en\/product\/water-filter-omnipure-elf-xl-1m-pamsb\/","title":{"rendered":"In line water filter OMNIPURE ELF series with carbon block for commercial ice machines"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"283\">Omnipure ELF-XL-1M-PAMSB water filter \u2013 reduction of chlorine, odors, VOCs, cysts and scale<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"586\">The <strong data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"341\">Omnipure ELF-XL-1M-PAMSB commercial water filter<\/strong> is specifically designed to supply <strong data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"404\">commercial ice machines<\/strong> with clean, safe, and balanced water. It allows for the production of <strong data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"517\">clear ice cubes, with no taste or odor<\/strong>, while protecting equipment against <strong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"585\">scale buildup and corrosion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"873\">Thanks to its <strong data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"656\">acid-washed bituminous activated carbon technology<\/strong> and a <strong data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"682\">1\u2011micron rating<\/strong>, this filter effectively reduces <strong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"780\">chlorine, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), cysts, and lead<\/strong>, thereby helping to improve the quality of ice and extend the <strong data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"872\">service life of equipment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"878\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"942\">\u2705 Key benefits of the OMNIPURE ELF-XL-1M-PAMSB water filter<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1332\">\n<li data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1008\">\n<p data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"1008\">Produces <strong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"983\">clear, crystal\u2011clear ice<\/strong>, with no taste or odor<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1065\">\n<p data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1065\"><strong data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1052\">Reduction of chlorine, VOCs, and cysts<\/strong> (\u2265 99.99%)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1104\">\n<p data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1104\"><strong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1086\">Lead reduction<\/strong> for safer water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1153\">\n<p data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1153\">Integrated <strong data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1151\">scale and corrosion inhibitor<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1210\">\n<p data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1210\">Protects the <strong data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1192\">internal components<\/strong> of ice machines<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1271\">\n<p data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1271\"><strong data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1234\">High service life<\/strong>: up to 20,000 gallons (\u2248 6 months)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1332\">\n<p data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1332\">Flow rate suited to <strong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1332\">continuous commercial applications<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1337\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1357\">\ud83c\udfaf Applications<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1601\">\n<li data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1406\">\n<p data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1406\">Commercial and residential <strong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1404\">ice machines<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1435\">\n<p data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1435\"><strong data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1433\">Potable water points<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1510\">\n<p data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1510\"><strong data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1475\">Pre\u2011filtration or post\u2011filtration<\/strong> for reverse osmosis (RO) systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1537\">\n<p data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1537\"><strong data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1535\">Drinking fountains<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1560\">\n<p data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1560\"><strong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1558\">Bottle fillers<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1601\">\n<p data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1601\"><strong data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1601\">Water dispensers and water coolers<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1606\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1629\">\ud83c\udfe2 Recommended for<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1836\">\n<li data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1677\">\n<p data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1677\"><strong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1664\">Restaurants and foodservice<\/strong> operations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1723\">\n<p data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1723\"><strong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1706\">Hotels and hospitality<\/strong> establishments<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1780\">\n<p data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1780\"><strong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1767\">Hospitals, clinics, and long\u2011term care<\/strong> facilities<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1836\">\n<p data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1836\"><strong data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1836\">Cafeterias, institutions, and commercial buildings<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1841\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1875\">\ud83d\udd27 Installation &amp; maintenance<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"2087\">\n<li data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1940\">\n<p data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1940\"><strong data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1921\">Flush the new cartridge for 10 minutes<\/strong> before first use<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2026\">\n<p data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"2026\"><strong data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1968\">Replace the cartridge<\/strong> when the rated capacity is reached or if flow decreases<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2087\">\n<p data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2087\">Install in accordance with local <strong data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2087\">codes and regulations<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2092\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2114\">\ud83e\uddea Certifications<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2220\">\n<li data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2165\">\n<p data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2165\"><strong data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2163\">Tested and certified by NSF International<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2220\">\n<p data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2220\">Complies with <strong data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2206\">ANSI\/NSF Standard 42<\/strong> for materials<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2225\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2257\">\ud83d\udcca Technical specifications<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2799\">\n<li data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2291\">\n<p data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2291\"><strong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2282\">Nominal flow rate<\/strong>: 2 gpm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2348\">\n<p data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2348\"><strong data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2330\">Initial pressure drop at 1.5 gpm<\/strong>: up to 4.0 psid<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2383\">\n<p data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2383\"><strong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2371\">Maximum pressure<\/strong>: 125 psig<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2427\">\n<p data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2427\"><strong data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2411\">Operating temperature<\/strong>: 40 to 100 \u00b0F<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2479\">\n<p data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2479\"><strong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2448\">Rated capacity<\/strong>: 20,000 gallons (\u2248 6 months)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2516\">\n<p data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2516\"><strong data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2499\">Micron rating<\/strong>: \u2265 99% at 1 \u00b5m<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2567\">\n<p data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2567\"><strong data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2541\">Chlorine reduction<\/strong>: up to 95% (20,000 gal)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2631\">\n<p data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2631\"><strong data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2588\">Cyst reduction<\/strong>: \u2265 99.99% (<em data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2617\">Cryptosporidium<\/em>, <em data-start=\"2619\" data-end=\"2628\">Giardia<\/em>)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2709\">\n<p data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2709\"><strong data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2658\">Contaminants reduced<\/strong>: chlorine, taste, odor, color, VOCs, lead, cysts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2770\">\n<p data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2770\"><strong data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2727\">Carbon type<\/strong>: acid\u2011washed bituminous activated carbon<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2799\">\n<p data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"2799\"><strong data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"2790\">Carbon weight<\/strong>: 1.25 lb<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2801\" data-end=\"2804\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2806\" data-end=\"2822\">\ud83d\udcd0 Dimensions<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2914\">\n<li data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2858\">\n<p data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2858\"><strong data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2846\">Outside diameter<\/strong>: 3.125 in<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2892\">\n<p data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2892\"><strong data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2880\">Inside diameter<\/strong>: 2.875 in<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2914\">\n<p data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2914\"><strong data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2905\">Length<\/strong>: 17.5 in<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"2919\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2921\" data-end=\"2940\">\ud83d\udd29 Compatibility<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"3051\">\n<li data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"2980\">\n<p data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"2980\"><strong data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"2970\">Compatible filter head<\/strong>: EVH\u2011KK<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"3014\">\n<p data-start=\"2983\" data-end=\"3014\"><strong data-start=\"2983\" data-end=\"3000\">Configuration<\/strong>: Non\u2011Valved<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3015\" data-end=\"3051\">\n<p data-start=\"3017\" data-end=\"3051\"><strong data-start=\"3017\" data-end=\"3031\">Connection<\/strong>: 3\/8\u2033 Quick\u2011Connect<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3056\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3094\">Why choose Omnipure\u2019s ELF series?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3430\">The <strong data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3144\">Omnipure ELF (Extra\u2011Large Format) series<\/strong> is designed to meet the <strong data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3261\">high\u2011demand requirements of the foodservice sector and high\u2011flow commercial applications<\/strong>. Offering a <strong data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3310\">capacity of up to 20,000 gallons<\/strong> and a <strong data-start=\"3317\" data-end=\"3341\">flow rate of 2.0 gpm<\/strong>, it delivers consistent water quality for ice machines and other point\u2011of\u2011use equipment.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3432\" data-end=\"3916\">Its <strong data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3456\">two\u2011piece system<\/strong>, with filter heads available <strong data-start=\"3486\" data-end=\"3533\">with or without an automatic shut\u2011off valve<\/strong>, allows for <strong data-start=\"3546\" data-end=\"3578\">quick, tool\u2011free replacement<\/strong>. The extended\u2011cap version ensures <strong data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3638\">broader compatibility<\/strong> with existing manifolds, while its specialized filtration media and carbon blocks make ELF a reliable solution for <strong data-start=\"3754\" data-end=\"3839\">restaurants, caf\u00e9s, foodservice operations, and intensive commercial environments<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3918\" data-end=\"3921\" \/>\n<p>VIEW <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.omnipure.com\/viewitems\/water-filters\/elf-series-inline-water-filters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OMNIPURE<\/a><\/p>\n<p>VIEW ALL <a href=\"https:\/\/sanifontaines.ca\/en\/product-category\/water-filtration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WATER FILTRATION ITEMS<\/a><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3941\" data-end=\"3944\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3946\" data-end=\"3994\">\u2753 FAQ \u2013 Omnipure ELF-XL-1M-PAMSB water filter<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3996\" data-end=\"4293\"><strong data-start=\"3996\" data-end=\"4059\">What is the Omnipure ELF-XL-1M-PAMSB water filter used for?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4062\" \/>This filter is designed to supply <strong data-start=\"4096\" data-end=\"4156\">commercial ice machines and other point\u2011of\u2011use equipment<\/strong> with high\u2011quality filtered water, enabling the production of <strong data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4253\">clear ice with no taste or odor<\/strong>, while protecting equipment from scale.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4295\" data-end=\"4611\"><strong data-start=\"4295\" data-end=\"4361\">Is this filter suitable for high\u2011flow commercial environments?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4361\" data-end=\"4364\" \/>Yes. The <strong data-start=\"4373\" data-end=\"4408\">ELF (Extra\u2011Large Format) series<\/strong> is specially designed for the <strong data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4499\">foodservice sector and demanding commercial applications<\/strong>, with a <strong data-start=\"4508\" data-end=\"4535\">flow rate up to 2.0 gpm<\/strong> and a <strong data-start=\"4542\" data-end=\"4572\">capacity of 20,000 gallons<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4613\" data-end=\"4806\"><strong data-start=\"4613\" data-end=\"4663\">Which contaminants are reduced by this filter?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4663\" data-end=\"4666\" \/>It effectively reduces <strong data-start=\"4689\" data-end=\"4730\">chlorine, VOCs, lead, taste and odors<\/strong>, as well as <strong data-start=\"4743\" data-end=\"4752\">cysts<\/strong> such as <em data-start=\"4761\" data-end=\"4778\">Cryptosporidium<\/em> and <em data-start=\"4783\" data-end=\"4792\">Giardia<\/em> (\u2265 99.99%).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4808\" data-end=\"5027\"><strong data-start=\"4808\" data-end=\"4850\">Does this filter protect ice machines?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4850\" data-end=\"4853\" \/>Yes. It includes an integrated <strong data-start=\"4884\" data-end=\"4917\">scale and corrosion inhibitor<\/strong> that helps prevent mineral buildup, extending the <strong data-start=\"4968\" data-end=\"5024\">service life of ice machines and connected equipment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5029\" data-end=\"5175\"><strong data-start=\"5029\" data-end=\"5076\">How often should the cartridge be replaced?<\/strong><br data-start=\"5076\" data-end=\"5079\" \/>Replace after <strong data-start=\"5093\" data-end=\"5129\">20,000 gallons or about 6 months<\/strong>, depending on water quality and usage volume.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5177\" data-end=\"5350\"><strong data-start=\"5177\" data-end=\"5215\">Is filter replacement complicated?<\/strong><br data-start=\"5215\" data-end=\"5218\" \/>No. The ELF filter is designed for <strong data-start=\"5253\" data-end=\"5284\">fast, tool\u2011free replacement<\/strong>\u2014a simple twist is all that\u2019s needed, reducing equipment downtime.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5352\" data-end=\"5590\"><strong data-start=\"5352\" data-end=\"5421\">Is this filter compatible with equipment other than ice machines?<\/strong><br data-start=\"5421\" data-end=\"5424\" \/>Yes. It can also be used with <strong data-start=\"5454\" data-end=\"5525\">drinking fountains, bottle fillers, water dispensers, water coolers<\/strong>, and as <strong data-start=\"5534\" data-end=\"5589\">pre\u2011 or post\u2011filtration for reverse osmosis systems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5592\" data-end=\"5595\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5597\" data-end=\"5617\">Turnkey solutions<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5619\" data-end=\"5747\">Choosing the right water filter can be overwhelming. 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