Leader FA5 Clear Filter Housing - 5in - Transparent - 1in Female Thread - 1-30 GPM - 116 PSI

Leader FA5 Clear Filter Housing - See-Through Sediment Filter Housing for Easy Maintenance Monitoring

The Leader FA5 Clear Filter Housing is a transparent, 5-inch filter housing that gives operators immediate, at-a-glance visibility into filter cartridge condition without removing or disassembling the housing. The clear polycarbonate body lets you see exactly when the cartridge is becoming clogged — eliminating guesswork and enabling proactive maintenance scheduling. Constructed with 1-inch female-thread connections with brass inserts and a brass blow-off valve for durable, leak-free performance across a wide operating range. Rated for 1-30 GPM flow and up to 116 PSI.

Key Features & Benefits

• Transparent housing body: Clear polycarbonate construction provides direct visual inspection of cartridge clogging level — no removal required to check filter condition.
• Brass insert thread connections: 1-inch female-thread ports with brass inserts provide durable, corrosion-resistant connection points for long service life.
• Brass blow-off valve: Built-in brass blow-off valve simplifies pressure relief and cartridge replacement procedure.
• Wide flow range — 1 to 30 GPM: Handles flow rates from 1 to 30 gallons per minute, suitable for a broad range of system sizes.
• 116 PSI max operating pressure: Rated for high-pressure irrigation and water treatment system applications.
• Wide temperature range: Liquid temperature range of 32°F-104°F with max ambient temperature of 104°F.

Who Should Use This

Ideal for greenhouse operators, irrigation system installers, and facility maintenance teams who want a transparent pre-filter housing that makes cartridge monitoring straightforward — reducing the risk of running a clogged filter that stresses downstream equipment.

Compatibility

Compatible with the Leader CRL5 Mesh Sediment Filter (LDRP1591052), sold separately. Operating range: 1-30 GPM. Max operating pressure: 116 PSI. Liquid temperature: 32°F-104°F. Max ambient temperature: 104°F.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the filter cartridge come included?

No — the filter cartridge is sold separately. This listing is for the FA5 clear housing only. The compatible cartridge is the Leader CRL5 Mesh Sediment Filter (LDRP1591052).

Why choose a clear/transparent filter housing?

A transparent housing lets you visually inspect the cartridge's clogging level at any time without shutting down the system or removing the housing — making filter maintenance scheduling faster, easier, and more accurate.

What is the brass blow-off valve for?

The brass blow-off valve allows you to safely relieve system pressure before opening the housing for cartridge replacement — an important safety feature that prevents sudden pressure release during maintenance.

What thread size does this housing use?

The FA5 uses 1-inch female-thread connections with brass inserts for durable, corrosion-resistant port connections.