3M Aqua-Pure AP Easy C-LC
Score: 72/100
Aqua Crest Replacement Filter
Score: 82/100Rankings
The AQUA CREST FQK1R is an under-sink water filtration replacement filter designed specifically for GE's high-flow water filtration systems, including the GXK140TNN and GXULQK models. It functions as a single-stage filter utilizing a premium coconut carbon block to reduce contaminants such as lead, chlorine, sediment, cysts, and PFOA/PFOS. The product is IAPMO certified and offers a service life of six months or approximately 2,000 gallons.
The 3M Aqua-Pure AP Easy Complete is a comprehensive under-sink filtration system that includes a dedicated faucet and offers robust contaminant reduction including lead and cysts. Its main trade-off is a lower flow rate and smaller capacity, making it less ideal for high-volume usage. It is best suited for households with limited under-sink space seeking a convenient, all-in-one installation solution.
| Attribute | 3M Aqua-Pure AP Easy C-LC | |
|---|---|---|
0.75 gallons per minutebest | — | |
6 monthsbest | 6 monthsbest | |
2best | 1 | |
750 gallons | 2,000 gallonsbest | |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.5 inchesbest | 14.17 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 8 inches | 3.35 inchesbest |
| ↓ lower better | 13 inches | 3.35 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | 3M Aqua-Pure AP Easy C-LC | |
|---|---|---|
Value & Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | years | 1 years |
Dimensions & Fit(3) | ||
Height (inches) | 5.5 inches | 14.17 inches |
Width (inches) | 8.0 inches | 3.35 inches |
Depth (inches) | 13.0 inches | 3.35 inches |
Performance & Filtration(5) | ||
Certifications | NSF Listed | NSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI 372, IAPMO |
Contaminants Removed | Particulate, Chlorine, Asbestos, Cysts, Lead, Mercury, VOCs | Lead, Chlorine, Sediment, Cysts, PFOA/PFOS, Rust |
Flow Rate (gallons per minute) | 0.75 gallons per minute | null gallons per minute |
Filtration Stages | 2 | 1 |
Filter Capacity (gallons) | 750 gallons | 2000 gallons |
Features & Accessories(1) | ||
Included Faucet | true | false |
Installation & Compatibility(1) | ||
Operating Pressure (psi) | 125 psi | null psi |
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