Individually wrapped Removes dust, particles, and rust Filter life: 10,000 gallons Micron rating: 1 Micron Dimensions: 10" x 4.5" Melt-blown Polypropylene Sediment filters -10" Big Blue Sediment filter is often the first filter installed in the Whole House Water Filter. Sediment filters are made of fine melted polypropylene, which is then blown and spun in a cylinder-like form. The main function of a sediment filter is to remove large and fine particles from a drinking water, such as sand, dirt, silt, and rust particles. Removal of such particles allows for a better performance of all the following filters, such as Carbon Block or GAC filters. Those filters are fit all 10" Big Blue Water Filter Housings. Product Features Individually wrapped Flow rate: 5 GPM Filter life: 10,000 gallons Operating Temperature: 39°F~125°F (4°C~52°C) Max. Operating Pressure: 60 psi Removes dust, particles, and rust Good for water filters and aquariums Applications Food and beverages Reverse Osmosis Pre filtration Oil and gas Fine chemicals Electronics Metal finishing Pulp and paper Micron rating: 1 Micron. Dimensions: 10" x 4.5" This filters are wrapped and sealed and meet NSF Standards and Regulations Product ID 123079013