Aquamor

Clean Water. Clear Dedication.

Foodservice Catalog

2026 Edition

Rev. 2026-06

NSF/ANSI 42 Certified NSF/ANSI 53 Certified CSA B483.1 Certified Made in the USA

Aquamor®, LLC: Temecula, California

Your equipment is only as good as the water running through it.

Scale builds. Chlorine corrupts flavor. Sediment wears down valves. One correct filter, properly matched to your equipment, eliminates all three, and keeps your operation running at its best.

Foodservice 265,000 Gallon Capacity NSF and CSA Certified OEM Cross-Reference
Aquamor Foodservice Catalog 2026Table of Contents

Contents

The Cost of Bad Water 4
265,000 Gallons: The Capacity Claim 5
The Aquamor Guarantee 6
Start Here: Select by Equipment 7
Choose Your Line: Platform Match or Upgrade 8
Request a Water Test 9
Section 1: Resources
Section Opener 10
How to Select a Filter System 11
Water Quality Basics 12
Equipment and Flow Reference 13
Section 2: Foodservice Technology
Section Opener 14
Certifications and Verifications 15
Performance Comparison 16
Section 3: Application Guides
Espresso and Coffee 17
Drip Brew Coffee and Tea 18
Ice Machines and Frozen Carbonated Beverages 19
Fountain and Carbonated Beverages 20
Steam, Combi Ovens, and Proofers 21
UltraFiltration Systems 22
Section 4: BGX Product Line
Section Opener and System Overview 27
BGX Series Spec Pages 28
Section 5: Legacy Cross-Reference
3M/Cuno Replacement Guide (BGC and BGM) 32
Everpure Replacement Guide (BGE) 34
Hoshizaki Replacement Guide (BGH) 36
Section 6: UF Systems and Accessories
Ultrafiltration Systems 38
Manifolds, Heads, and Parts 40
Warranty and Contact 43
Why Aquamor

The Cost of Bad Water

Every cup, glass, and batch of ice your operation produces runs on water quality. When that quality is wrong, the cost shows up in five places, whether you recognize it or not.

Scale Buildup

18–24 mo. Average heating element life with untreated hard water

Calcium and magnesium carbonate deposit on heating elements, reducing efficiency and accelerating failure. A single service call on a high-volume espresso machine costs more than an entire season of filter replacements.

Off-Taste in Specialty Coffee

200+ mg/L TDS threshold where off-taste from municipal treatment becomes detectable in specialty coffee

Chlorine and the residual byproducts of municipal treatment carry a medicinal, flat profile into your finished beverage. Customers notice even when they cannot name the cause. Quality filtration removes the interference, your recipe performs the way it was intended.

Unplanned Repair Costs

$600–$1,800 Typical repair cost per incident including parts and labor

Scale-fouled valve seats, plugged solenoids, and clogged spray heads each generate a dispatch. Every unplanned service event comes with labor cost, lost throughput, and a window of reduced-quality output before the tech arrives.

Sediment Wear

Fine to 0.2 mic Particle size Aquamor BGX removes before it reaches pump seals and valves

Sand, silt, and rust particles as small as 0.2 micron are abrasive to pump seals, valve seats, and O-rings. A 0.2-micron pre-filter is the lowest-cost insurance against premature mechanical wear in high-cycle commercial equipment.

Warranty Voids and Service Disputes

Most OEMs Require NSF-certified filtration to maintain equipment warranty

Equipment manufacturers specify water quality in their installation and warranty documentation. Operating without a certified filter can void coverage on failures directly attributable to scale, sediment, or corrosive water chemistry.

The Fix Is Simpler Than the Problem

A correctly specified, consistently maintained filter system eliminates all five failure modes at a cost that is a fraction of a single service event. Aquamor makes that selection straightforward.

Reduces Scale Removes Sediment Improves Taste Protects Equipment
Great-Tasting Beverages
Lower Maintenance Cost
Higher Equipment Uptime
More Sales and Profit
BGX Product Line: Highest Single-Cartridge Capacity
265,000
Gallons. One Cartridge.

The BGX-4923XHC and BGX-4925XHC deliver 265,000 gallons of certified filtration at 7.5 GPM from a single cartridge.

That is the capacity of more than 35 million eight-ounce cups of filtered water per service interval, from one cartridge, with no parallel system required. Operators running high-volume beverage, ice, and steam applications get the lowest cost per gallon of any single-cartridge design in the market.

BGX-4923XHC  |  Part No. 105295  |  7.5 GPM  |  0.2 Micron  |  Certified to NSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI 53, and CSA B483.1
BGX-4925XHC  |  Part No. 105298  |  7.5 GPM  |  5.0 Micron  |  Certified to NSF/ANSI 42 and CSA B483.1

Capacity figures per published product specifications. Claim subject to final defensibility sign-off per the Mike-approved claims-governance review before production print.

Why Aquamor

The Aquamor Guarantee

The Revert-Back Promise

If you install an Aquamor BGX manifold system and your water quality or filtration performance does not meet the performance specifications documented at installation, Aquamor will work with you to identify and resolve the issue (including cartridge replacement, a configuration review, and direct technical support) at no charge.

You do not carry the risk of a wrong recommendation. We do. That is the Revert-Back Promise: the risk sits with us until the water is right.

Performance-Backed Specification Configuration Review Included Direct Technical Support Risk Stays With Aquamor

Limited Product Warranty

Aquamor, LLC warrants its filtration cartridges and housings to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, subject to proper installation, operation within rated flow and pressure parameters, and use of the filtration system for its intended purpose.

What this warranty covers:

What this warranty does not cover:

Why Aquamor

Start Here

Two decisions get you to the right Aquamor system. First: what type of equipment are you filtering for? Second: are you matching a platform you already run, or upgrading to the highest capacity and performance available?

Step 1: Pick Your Use Type
Espresso and Coffee
Commercial espresso, bean-to-cup, specialty drip
Drip Coffee and Hot Beverages
Batch brew, airpot, shuttle, tea brewers, urns
Fountain and Carbonated
Post-mix, inline carbonation, juice dispensers
Ice Machines
Modular, undercounter, nugget, flake, FCB pre-filter
Steam and Combi Ovens
Combi ovens, steam kettles, steamers, proofers
High-Flow and Multi-Zone
Central plant, multi-head manifold, large-volume
Step 2: Match Your Platform or Upgrade
Currently running Everpure?
Start with the BGE or BGP line, direct fit, matches your existing head and housing.
Currently running 3M, Cuno, or Solventum?
Start with the BGC and BGM lines, engineered to drop into existing installations.
Currently running Hoshizaki?
Start with the BGH line, direct fit replacement for Hoshizaki head and manifold assemblies.
Ready to upgrade for highest capacity and performance?
Move to BGX, the highest single-cartridge capacity available in the market. Most operators choose this.

Not sure which system fits your flow rate?

Each product family section includes an equipment and flow rate reference table. Match your equipment's service flow rate (GPM) to the cartridge's rated flow and capacity. When in doubt, call or email Aquamor, a free water test recommendation and filter match typically takes less than 15 minutes.

Some high-flow applications may use two or more cartridges in a parallel manifold configuration. See Section 4 (BGX Product Line) and Section 6 (Manifolds and Accessories) for multi-head options.

Why Aquamor

Choose Your Line

The real decision is straightforward: are you replacing a platform you already run, in which case the matching Aquamor line drops right in, or are you ready to upgrade to the highest capacity and performance in the market?

Match Your Platform
Everpure Users

BGE and BGP lines are engineered to replace Everpure cartridges in place, same head connection, same housing format, no replumbing required.

  • Direct Everpure head and housing compatibility
  • BGE Series for espresso and specialty coffee
  • BGP Series for drip coffee and general beverage
  • Certified to NSF/ANSI 42 and NSF/ANSI 53
  • Reduces: Cyst, Scale, Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor

Representative SKUs: BGE-3300S, BGE-4200, BGP Series

Match Your Platform
3M / Cuno / Solventum Users

BGC and BGM lines replace 3M, Cuno, and Solventum water filtration systems in place, same head connection and housing format, no replumbing required.

  • Direct 3M/Cuno/Solventum compatibility
  • BGC Series for fountain, carbonated, and general beverage
  • BGM Series for steam, combi oven, and manifold applications
  • Certified to NSF/ANSI 42 and CSA B483.1
  • Reduces: Scale, Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor

Representative SKUs: BGC Series, BGM Series

Match Your Platform
Hoshizaki Users

BGH line replaces Hoshizaki water filtration cartridges in place, direct fit for Hoshizaki head and manifold assemblies, no replumbing required.

  • Direct Hoshizaki head and manifold compatibility
  • BGH-3200S for 4HC-H, HC, HC-H, HF, HF-H, PRO3500
  • BGH-4200S for H-300, H-300M, H-1200, MH, OW200L
  • Certified to NSF/ANSI 42 and CSA B483.1
  • Reduces: Scale, Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor

Representative SKUs: BGH-3200S, BGH-4200S

Upgrade
BGX: Highest Capacity and Performance

When the goal is the best water and the lowest cost per gallon, BGX is the answer. Up to 265,000 gallons from a single cartridge at 7.5 GPM, the highest single-cartridge capacity available.

  • 0.2 to 5.0-micron options across the line
  • Up to 265,000 gallon capacity per cartridge
  • 1.57 to 7.5 GPM rated flow
  • Certified to NSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI 53, and CSA B483.1
  • Reduces: Cyst, Scale, Lead, Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor

Representative SKUs: BGX-2433P, BGX-4323P, BGX-4923XHC, BGX-4925XHC

Most Operators Choose This

Current Aquamor Series

BGE, BGP, BGC, BGH, and BGX are the current Aquamor foodservice product lines. All are Aquamor-engineered, manufactured, and certified. BGE/BGP match Everpure; BGC and BGM match 3M/Cuno/Solventum; BGH matches Hoshizaki; BGX is the upgrade path for any platform. When comparing to a prior cross-reference, look for these Aquamor model numbers for the current lineup.

Why Aquamor

Let Us Get the Water Right

The right filter system starts with knowing what is in your water. Aquamor makes the next step easy, no long forms, no commitment, no guesswork.

Request a Water Test Recommendation

Share your water report or tell us your city and water source. We will match you to the right filtration system and flow configuration.

Send Water Report
Try a Sample Program

Evaluate an Aquamor BGX cartridge in your equipment before you commit to a full changeover. Ask your distributor rep or contact us directly.

Ask About Samples
Talk to a Technical Expert

Complex water chemistry, multi-zone systems, and OEM cross-reference questions are handled by Aquamor's technical team, not a script.

Call Technical Support: 951-541-9517
Use the Online Product Selector

Visit aquamor.com to search by equipment brand, model, or current filter part number. Find your replacement in seconds.

Visit aquamor.com

Distributor Inquiries

Aquamor supports an authorized distributor network across the United States. For pricing, stocking programs, co-op opportunities, and territory information, contact the Aquamor Foodservice sales team at info@aquamor.com or call 951-541-9517. Aquamor, LLC, 42188 Rio Nedo, Temecula, CA 92590.

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Application Guides

Each application has its own water chemistry demand, flow rate requirement, and failure mode. These guides pair the problem to the solution and route you to the right product family and SKU.

Section 3: Application GuidesEspresso and Coffee

The Problem

Espresso and specialty coffee equipment operates at the tightest water chemistry tolerance of any foodservice application. Scale deposits on group heads and boiler elements in weeks at typical municipal hardness levels. Chlorine strips flavor from extraction. Sediment causes seal and valve failure in high-cycle machines. A correctly specified filter system on a commercial espresso bar is part of the recipe, not an afterthought.

Reduces

Scale Chlorine Taste and Odor Sediment Rust Cyst Lead
NSF/ANSI 42 NSF/ANSI 53 CSA B483.1
Scale reduction protects group heads, boilers, and steam wands, extending service intervals and reducing unplanned downtime
Chlorine reduction means the extraction chemistry your roaster is designed for reaches the cup without interference
Sub-micron sediment filtration down to 0.2 micron protects precision valve seats and solenoids in high-frequency commercial machines
NSF and CSA certification satisfies OEM warranty requirements and health department inspection criteria in most jurisdictions
High capacity per cartridge (up to 265,000 gallons on the HC series) means fewer changeouts in high-volume operations
Commercial espresso bar application

Espresso & Coffee - Recommended SKUs

BGE and BGX cartridges are the primary recommendation for espresso and specialty coffee applications. BGE models are direct Everpure-compatible replacements; BGX models provide equivalent or greater capacity in Aquamor's next-generation housing format. See the specification table below for the full espresso and coffee cartridge lineup with flow rates, capacities, and cross-reference fitment.

Espresso and Coffee: Specification Table

Fixed column order: Model No., Part No., Micron, Flow Rate, Capacity, Size, Reduces, Certifications, Replaces / Fits In Place Of. All capacity figures in gallons. Flow rates at rated operating conditions. Tip: click any model number to open its product page on our website.

Model No. Part No. Micron Flow Rate CapacitySize (H×Dia, in) Reduces Certified Replaces / Fits In Place Of
BGE-4200 105056 0.5 2.9 GPM 40,000 gal21.5 × 3.19 Cyst, Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42 Everpure: HC-H, MC, MD-CE, PRO3500, XC
BGX-2433P 105312 0.2 1.57 GPM 20,000 gal14 × 2.5 Scale, Fine Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42, CSA B483.1
BGX-2433X 105311 0.2 1.57 GPM 20,000 gal14 × 2.5 Scale, Fine Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42, CSA B483.1
BGX-4323P 105271 0.2 3.4 GPM 60,000 gal14 × 4.5 Scale, Fine Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI 53, CSA B483.1
BGX-4323X 105270 0.2 3.4 GPM 60,000 gal14 × 4.5 Scale, Fine Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI 53, CSA B483.1
Shared Specifications: Espresso and Coffee

All models: Operating temperature 35–100°F · Quick-change cartridge · 4 per case · Tested to NSF/ANSI 42 · Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection.

BGE cartridges: 25–125 psi · Everpure-compatible head · carbon block with polyphosphate scale inhibitor.

BGX cartridges: 10–125 psi · BGX head · multi-stage carbon block media (high capacity).

Certification claims shown as listed per product specification records. "Tested to NSF/ANSI 42" indicates performance testing against the standard without an active third-party listing. Where a certification body and listing number appear in the product spec file, the verb "Certified to" applies. Trademark attributions: Everpure is a registered trademark of its respective owner. 3M and Cuno are registered trademarks of their respective owners. All cross-reference uses are for fit, form, and function identification only.

Section 3: Application GuidesDrip Brew Coffee and Tea

The Problem

High-volume drip brewers cycle water continuously. Scale accumulates in spray heads and heating chambers faster than in lower-frequency equipment. Chlorine carried into the brew basket suppresses volatile aromatic compounds, resulting in a flatter, less flavorful cup. Tea brewing adds gallic acid extraction sensitivity. Off-water produces bitter, cloudy tea. A properly specified filter makes a measurable difference in both yield consistency and equipment maintenance intervals.

Reduces

Scale Chlorine Taste and Odor Sediment Rust Cyst (S-suffix models)
NSF/ANSI 42 NSF/ANSI 53 (S-suffix models)
Scale reduction in spray heads and heating elements extends time between descaling service calls in continuous-cycle drip equipment
Chlorine reduction eliminates the flat, suppressed-aroma profile that indicates off-water in brewed coffee and tea
Sub-half-micron sediment filtration protects solenoid valves and spray nozzles in high-cycle automatic brewers
Consistent water chemistry across outlets means every brewer on a multi-station beverage bar produces the same cup profile
Higher capacity cartridges reduce replacement frequency in hotel, cafeteria, and office coffee service deployments
Drip brew coffee and tea application

Drip Brew Coffee & Tea - Recommended SKUs

BGP and BGE cartridges are the primary recommendation for drip coffee and tea applications. BGP models are direct Everpure P-style compatible replacements; BGE models serve non-carbonated beverage and drip applications with the standard Everpure head format.

Most Operators Choose This
Part No. 105121  |  Aquamor
BGP-3200S
Value Promise
High-capacity drip coffee and tea filtration with NSF 42 certified chlorine and sediment reduction in direct Everpure-compatible format
Built For
High-volume drip brewers, hot water dispensers, multi-station office coffee service and cafeteria beverage bars
The Problem It Solves
Scale, sediment, and chlorine taste and odor in high-frequency drip brewing and hot beverage dispensing equipment
Key Specs
Flow Rate: 2.1 GPM  •  Capacity: 31,000 gal  •  Micron: 0.5
Certified
NSF/ANSI 42
Replaces
Everpure: H-300, H-300M, H-1200, HCH-CTO, HF-H, 14000, MD-HE, MH, OW200L
Part No. 105087  |  Aquamor
BGP-1200S
Value Promise
Compact Everpure-compatible drip filter for light- to moderate-volume coffee and tea applications
Built For
Counter-top drip brewers, small-format hot water dispensers, OCS installations
The Problem It Solves
Sediment, rust, and chlorine taste and odor in light-volume drip brewing equipment
Key Specs
Flow Rate: 1.67 GPM  •  Capacity: 8,000 gal  •  Micron: 0.5
Certified
Tested to industry standards
Replaces
Everpure: 2CB5-K, 2CB5-S, 4C, 4K-Plus, AC, BH2, H-100, OCS2, OSC, OW 200L, OW2-PLUS, OW4-Plus
Part No. 106075  |  Aquamor
BGE-3300S
Value Promise
5-micron scale-reduction filter for drip brewers and non-carbonated beverage equipment with Everpure head compatibility
Built For
Non-carbonated beverage dispensers, drip coffee systems where sediment and scale are the primary concerns
The Problem It Solves
Scale buildup, sand and silt sediment, and chlorine taste and odor in drip and non-carbonated beverage equipment
Key Specs
Flow Rate: 2.1 GPM  •  Capacity: 15,000 gal  •  Micron: 5
Certified
Tested to industry standards
Replaces
Everpure: 4H Filter, 4K Plus, H-100, H-104, MD-CD, OW4-Plus

Drip Brew Coffee and Tea: Specification Table

Fixed column order: Model No., Part No., Micron, Flow Rate, Capacity, Size, Reduces, Certifications, Replaces / Fits In Place Of. All capacity figures in gallons. Flow rates at rated operating conditions. Tip: click any model number to open its product page on our website. A dash in a cell indicates data not published in the current spec file.

Model No. Part No. Micron Flow Rate CapacitySize (H×Dia, in) Reduces Certified Replaces / Fits In Place Of
BGP-3200S Recommended 105121 0.5 2.1 GPM 31,000 gal18.25 × 3.19 Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42 Everpure: H-300, H-300M, H-1200, HCH-CTO, HF-H, MD-HE, MH, OW200L
BGP-1200S 105087 0.5 1.67 GPM 8,000 gal11 × 3.19 Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor Tested to industry standards Everpure: 2CB5-K, 2CB5-S, 4C, 4K-Plus, AC, BH2, H-100, OCS2, OSC, OW 200L, OW2-PLUS, OW4-Plus
BGP-2200S 105117 0.5 1.67 GPM 23,000 gal13.75 × 3.19 Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42 Everpure: 4H Filter, 4K-Plus, H-100, H104, MD-CN, OW4-Plus
BGP-3300 105122 5 2.1 GPM 14,000 gal18.25 × 3.19 Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42 Everpure: 7TO, 7CB5, 6TO BW, 7TO BW
BGP-3300S 105123 5 2.1 GPM 14,000 gal18.25 × 3.19 Sediment, Scale, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42 Everpure: H-300-HD, 7CB-S
BGE-3100S 105055 5 2.1 GPM 12 Months16.5 × 3.19 Sand, Silt, Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor Tested to industry standards
BGE-3300 106074 5 2.1 GPM 15,000 gal16.5 × 3.19 Sand, Silt, Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor Tested to industry standards Everpure: 4H Filter, 4K Plus, H-100, H-104, MD-CD, OW4-Plus
BGE-3300S 106075 5 2.1 GPM 15,000 gal16.5 × 3.19 Scale, Sand, Silt, Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor Tested to industry standards Everpure: 4H Filter, 4K Plus, H-100, H-104, MD-CD, OW4-Plus
Shared Specifications: Drip Brew Coffee and Tea

All models: Operating temperature 35–100°F · Quick-change cartridge · 4 per case · Tested to NSF/ANSI 42 · Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection.

BGE cartridges: 25–125 psi · Everpure-compatible head · carbon block with polyphosphate scale inhibitor.

BGP cartridges: 25–125 psi · Everpure-compatible head · carbon block with polyphosphate scale inhibitor.

Certification claims shown as listed per product specification records. Trademark attributions: Everpure is a registered trademark of Pentair plc. All cross-reference part numbers are used for identification of fit, form, and function equivalency only.

Section 3: Application GuidesIce Machines and Frozen Carbonated Beverages

The Problem

Ice machine performance is acutely sensitive to scale. Carbonate scale on evaporator plates increases harvest cycle time, reduces cube yield, and builds toward compressor failure. Chlorine attacks seal materials in both ice and FCB equipment, causing premature gasket degradation. Sediment and fine particulate increase pump wear in FCB units operating in high-frequency service. Proper water filtration is the single highest-return maintenance investment in ice machine operation. It extends evaporator life and protects the warranty.

Reduces

Scale Chlorine Taste and Odor Sediment Rust Cyst (S-suffix models)
NSF/ANSI 42 NSF/ANSI 53 (S-suffix) CSA B483.1 (BGX)
Scale reduction on evaporator plates directly extends harvest cycle efficiency and delays the descaling service interval
Chlorine reduction prevents accelerated seal and gasket degradation in ice machine water circuits
Sub-micron filtration protects solenoid valves and water distribution nozzles in both cuber and flaker machines
Higher-capacity cartridges reduce changeout frequency in always-on ice production environments
NSF and CSA certification satisfies OEM ice machine warranty filtration requirements
Ice machine and frozen carbonated beverage application

Ice Machines & Frozen Carbonated Beverages - Recommended SKUs

BGX high-flow cartridges are the primary recommendation for ice machine and FCB pre-filtration applications requiring high instantaneous flow and maximum scale protection. BGE models serve installations requiring Everpure-style head compatibility.

Most Operators Choose This
Part No. 105291  |  Aquamor
BGX-4916P
Value Promise
Ultra-high-capacity scale and sediment reduction for large-format commercial ice machines and high-demand FCB systems
Built For
Large commercial ice machines, frozen carbonated beverage dispensers, high-production ice operations
The Problem It Solves
Scale on evaporator plates, sediment in water distribution nozzles, and pump wear in continuous ice production
Key Specs
Flow Rate: 15.0 GPM  •  Capacity: 150,000 gal  •  Micron: 10
Certified
Tested to industry standards (certification pending: confirm current spec sheet before specifying)
In the Box
BGX Series cartridge, cartridge wrench, installation guide
Part No. 105306  |  Aquamor
BGX-2416P
Value Promise
15 GPM flow-rated scale and sediment filtration for medium-to-large ice machines in the BGX next-generation platform
Built For
Commercial cubers, flakers, and FCB equipment with high instantaneous flow demand
The Problem It Solves
Scale, silt, and sediment in medium-to-large ice machines requiring high flow clearance
Key Specs
Flow Rate: 15.0 GPM  •  Capacity: 75,000 gal  •  Micron: 10
Certified
Tested to industry standards
Part No. 105058  |  Aquamor
BGE-4100S
Value Promise
Everpure-compatible sediment and chlorine reduction for ice machine pre-filtration in installations requiring the standard head format
Built For
Ice machines and non-carbonated beverage equipment on Everpure-style head assemblies
The Problem It Solves
Sand, silt, sediment, rust, and chlorine taste and odor in ice production equipment
Key Specs
Flow Rate: 4.0 GPM  •  Capacity: 12 Months  •  Micron: 10
Certified
Tested to industry standards

Ice and FCB: Specification Table

Fixed column order: Model No., Part No., Micron, Flow Rate, Capacity, Size, Reduces, Certifications, Replaces / Fits In Place Of. All capacity figures in gallons. Flow rates at rated operating conditions. Tip: click any model number to open its product page on our website. A dash in a cell indicates data not published in the current spec file.

Model No. Part No. Micron Flow Rate CapacitySize (H×Dia, in) Reduces Certified Replaces / Fits In Place Of
BGX-4916P Recommended 105291 10 15.0 GPM 150,000 gal20 × 4.5 Scale, Sand, Silt, Sediment, Rust Tested to industry standards
BGX-2416P 105306 10 15.0 GPM 75,000 gal14 × 2.5 Scale, Sand, Silt, Sediment, Rust Tested to industry standards
BGX-2416X 105305 10 7.5 GPM 75,000 gal14 × 2.5 Sand, Silt, Sediment, Rust Tested to industry standards
BGX-2400P 105293 25 5.0 GPM 75,000 gal14 × 2.5 Sediment, Scale Tested to industry standards
BGX-4900P 105292 10 15.0 GPM 150,000 gal20 × 4.5 Scale Tested to industry standards
BGE-4100S 105058 10 4.0 GPM 12 Months21.5 × 3.19 Sand, Silt, Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor Tested to industry standards N/A (non-carbonated beverage equipment)
Shared Specifications: Ice and FCB

All models: Operating temperature 35–100°F · Quick-change cartridge · 4 per case · Tested to NSF/ANSI 42 · Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection.

BGE cartridges: 25–125 psi · Everpure-compatible head · carbon block with polyphosphate scale inhibitor.

BGX cartridges: 10–125 psi · BGX head · multi-stage carbon block media (high capacity).

Certification claims shown as listed per product specification records. BGX certification status pending final listing confirmation: confirm current spec sheet before specifying for warranty compliance.

Section 3: Application GuidesFountain and Carbonated Beverages

The Problem

Carbonated beverages are the highest-volume, highest-frequency dispensing application in foodservice. Water quality defects are compounded at the carbonation stage: scale appears on CO2 diffusion stones and carbonation heads, reducing CO2 uptake efficiency and producing flat beverages. Chlorine competes with flavor syrups. Sediment accelerates valve seat wear in high-cycle post-mix dispensers. A reliable fountain filter program functions as a beverage quality and equipment reliability program rather than a cost center.

Reduces

Scale Chlorine Taste and Odor Sediment Rust Cyst (S-suffix)
NSF/ANSI 42 NSF/ANSI 53 (S-suffix) CSA B483.1 (BGX)
Scale reduction on carbonation stones and diffusion heads maintains proper CO2 uptake and prevents flat beverage output
Chlorine reduction protects flavor profile and eliminates chemical taste that masks syrup formulation
Sub-micron sediment filtration reduces valve seat wear in high-cycle post-mix fountain dispensers
BGX platform provides significantly higher capacity per changeout, reducing service visit frequency in high-volume locations
NSF and CSA certification satisfies OEM fountain equipment warranty and health department requirements
Fountain and carbonated beverage application

Fountain & Carbonated Beverages - Recommended SKUs

BGX flow-rated cartridges are the primary recommendation for fountain and carbonated beverage applications. BGC and BGM models serve installations requiring 3M/Cuno/Solventum head compatibility.

Most Operators Choose This
Part No. 105308  |  Aquamor
BGX-2423P
Value Promise
Comprehensive fountain filtration with 0.2-micron cyst, scale, and taste-odor reduction for high-volume post-mix dispensers
Built For
Post-mix fountain dispensers, carbonated beverage equipment, and any high-frequency dispensing installation
The Problem It Solves
Scale on carbonation heads, sediment in valve seats, cyst and chlorine contamination in fountain beverage output
Key Specs
Flow Rate: 3.0 GPM  •  Capacity: 55,000 gal  •  Micron: 0.2
Certified
Tested to industry standards (confirm current spec sheet for listing status)
Part No. 105304  |  Aquamor
BGX-2100P
Value Promise
High-flow scale reduction filter designed for heavy-scale-load fountain applications where throughput is the constraint
Built For
High-volume post-mix dispensers and carbonated beverage equipment in hard-water service areas
The Problem It Solves
Scale buildup on carbonation stones and diffusion heads causing flat beverage output
Key Specs
Flow Rate: 3.5 GPM  •  Capacity: 50,000 gal  •  Micron: 10
Certified
Tested to industry standards
Part No. 105079  |  Aquamor
BGC-3200S
Value Promise
NSF 42 certified scale and sediment reduction in 3M Cuno/Solventum-compatible format: direct drop-in replacement for installed CFS 8112-EL systems
Built For
Fountain and post-mix dispensers on existing 3M / Cuno / Solventum CFS head assemblies
The Problem It Solves
Scale, sand, silt, and chlorine taste and odor in 3M-platform fountain and carbonated beverage equipment
Key Specs
Flow Rate: 2.1 GPM  •  Capacity: 27,000 gal  •  Micron: 0.5
Certified
NSF/ANSI 42
Replaces
3M/Cuno/Solventum: CFS 8112-EL (55817-27), CFS 8812-ELX (56011-03)

Fountain and Carbonated Beverages: Specification Table

Fixed column order: Model No., Part No., Micron, Flow Rate, Capacity, Size, Reduces, Certifications, Replaces / Fits In Place Of. All capacity figures in gallons. A dash in a cell indicates data not published in the current spec file.

Model No. Part No. Micron Flow Rate CapacitySize (H×Dia, in) Reduces Certified Replaces / Fits In Place Of
BGX-2423P Recommended 105308 0.2 3.0 GPM 55,000 gal14 × 2.5 Scale, Cyst, Turbidity, Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor Tested to industry standards
BGX-2100P 105304 10 3.5 GPM 50,000 gal11 × 2.5 Scale Tested to industry standards
BGX-2125P 105303 5 2.1 GPM 20,000 gal11 × 2.5 Scale, Turbidity, Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor Tested to industry standards
BGX-2125X 105302 5 2.1 GPM 20,000 gal11 × 2.5 Chlorine Taste and Odor Tested to industry standards
BGX-2425P 105310 5 2.1 GPM 55,000 gal14 × 2.5 Scale, Turbidity, Sediment, Chlorine Taste and Odor Tested to industry standards
BGC-2200S 105073 0.5 1.67 GPM 20,000 gal12.25 × 3.19 Scale, Sand, Silt, Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42 3M/Cuno/Solventum: CFS 8112-S 55817-08, CFS 8112-XS 56011-03, CS-31 55817-22, CS-11 55895-01, CS-71 55817-14, CS-21 55895-05
BGC-3200S 105079 0.5 2.1 GPM 27,000 gal15.5 × 3.19 Scale, Sand, Silt, Sediment, Rust, Chlorine Taste and Odor NSF/ANSI 42 3M/Cuno/Solventum: CFS 8112-EL 55817-27, CFS 8812-ELX 56011-03
Shared Specifications: Fountain and Carbonated Beverages

All models: Operating temperature 35–100°F · Quick-change cartridge · 4 per case · Tested to NSF/ANSI 42 · Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection.

BGC cartridges: 25–125 psi · 3M/Cuno-compatible head · carbon block with polyphosphate scale inhibitor.

BGX cartridges: 10–125 psi · BGX head · multi-stage carbon block media (high capacity).

Certification claims shown as listed per product specification records. Trademark attributions: 3M and Cuno are registered trademarks of 3M Company. Solventum is a trademark of Solventum Corporation. All cross-reference uses are for fit, form, and function identification only.

Section 3: Application GuidesSteam, Combi Ovens, and Proofers

The Problem

Steam ovens and combi-steamers operate at 100 percent water duty cycle in steam mode. Every mineral present in the feed water deposits on the steam generator over time. Boiler scale in commercial steamers behaves as a service liability rather than a maintenance annoyance, degrading food output quality, increasing energy consumption, and shortening the operational life of the most expensive piece of equipment on the cooking line. Softening or scale-inhibiting filtration is not optional on combi equipment with manufacturers that specify minimum water quality in warranty conditions.

Reduces

Scale Sediment Chlorine Taste and Odor Rust Softening (BGM-N class)
NSF/ANSI 42 (where applicable)
Scale reduction on steam generator elements directly reduces descaling service frequency and operating energy draw
Sodium-based scale inhibition (BGM manifold softening cartridges) provides the WAC treatment chemistry that combi-oven manufacturers specify
Sediment protection reduces particulate that reaches nozzles and food product in steam-injected combi cooking
Extended capacity per cartridge reduces downtime from filter service in high-utilization kitchen environments
Pre-filtration before softening manifolds protects the softening media bed and extends softening capacity
Steam and combi oven application

Steam, Combi Ovens & Proofers - Recommended SKUs

BGM manifold cartridges are the primary recommendation for steam and combi oven applications. BGM-N models provide ion exchange softening; BGM-P models provide scale reduction without ion exchange. The polyphosphate BGM-P04 is specified where ion exchange is prohibited by the equipment manufacturer.

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