AFWFilters Pentair GRO-575B
A NSF-certified reverse osmosis filter that is certified to reduce 15 contaminants, including lead and fluoride at about 13.8¢ per gallon.
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You want the most thorough filtration — the only common type that removes fluoride, arsenic, and dissolved solids. Accept some water waste.
Certified to reduce Arsenic, Chromium-6, Fluoride — the contaminants that matter most for health.
Reverse osmosis wastes some water (a few gallons per gallon produced) and strips beneficial minerals along with contaminants — the trade-off for the most thorough filtration. Expect a storage tank and slower flow.
What is reverse osmosis system? A multi-stage under-sink system that forces water through a semi-permeable membrane, removing the widest range of contaminants — including dissolved ones carbon can’t touch. Compare all filter types →
What it costs to own
| Upfront price | $809 |
| Replacement filter (FDF1-RC F2B2-RC2 F2B1-RC) | $93.26Buy refill → |
| Estimated yearly cost (filters, ~1×/yr) | ~$93/yr |
| True cost per gallon | 13.8¢ |
Cost per gallon and yearly cost are our estimates from the rated capacity and current prices. The filter only works if you replace it on schedule.
What it's certified to remove
Certification is per-contaminant: the AFWFilters Pentair GRO-575B is credited only for the contaminants listed here, verified by NSF. It does not imply removal of anything not listed.
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Full specifications
| Certified by | NSF |
| NSF/ANSI standards | 42 — reduces taste, odor, and chlorine (aesthetic standard) · 53 — certified for health contaminants such as lead, VOCs, and cysts · 58 — reverse osmosis — removes dissolved solids, fluoride, and arsenic · 401 — reduces emerging contaminants such as pharmaceuticals and pesticides |
| Filter type | Reverse osmosis system |
| Rated capacity | 675 gallons |
| Flow rate | .6 gpm |
| Replacement element | FDF1-RC F2B2-RC2 F2B1-RC |
| Installation | Under-sink system with a dedicated faucet and storage tank. |
Frequently asked
Is the AFWFilters Pentair GRO-575B NSF certified?
Yes — the AFWFilters Pentair GRO-575B is listed in the NSF certified-product database under NSF/ANSI standards 42, 53, 58, 401. That means an independent body verified its claims (not just "tested to" a standard).
Does the AFWFilters Pentair GRO-575B remove arsenic?
Yes. It is certified to reduce Arsenic, Chromium-6, Fluoride, Lead, plus 11 other contaminants. Certification is per-contaminant, so it is only credited for what is on its listed claim set.
What does the AFWFilters Pentair GRO-575B remove?
It is certified to reduce 15 contaminants: Arsenic, Atrazine, Barium, Cadmium, Chlorine / chloramine, Chromium, Chromium-6, Copper, Cryptosporidium, Fluoride, and more.
How much does the AFWFilters Pentair GRO-575B cost per gallon?
About 13.8¢ per gallon, based on its rated capacity of 675 gallons and current price.
How often do you replace the reverse osmosis filter?
A reverse osmosis filter like this is typically replaced about 1 time a year (replacement element FDF1-RC F2B2-RC2 F2B1-RC). Replace on schedule — a spent cartridge stops reducing contaminants.
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Source: NSF public certification listing. Specs and certified claims are from the official listing; cost figures are our estimates. Some links are affiliate links — see our disclosure.