Black Berkey® Filter Replacement Elements
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12px;border-radius:999px} (function(){function s(){document.documentElement.style.setProperty('--bpdp-sbw',(window.innerWidth-document.documentElement.clientWidth)+'px')}s();window.addEventListener('resize',s)})(); Black Berkey Replacement Filters Black Berkey® Filter Elements Fits every Berkey system • Set of 2 Made in the USA • Tested to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 by independent labs 6,000Gallons per pair 200+Contaminants tested 99.9%+PFOA reduction 2-YearPro-rated warranty Need Replacement Filters? Berkey Phoenix Is the Black Berkey Replacement Black Berkey Elements are currently unavailable for individual purchase due to an EPA regulatory matter, and the Berkey Phoenix Filter Element is the authorized replacement. Phoenix is an exact swap in any Berkey system and is in stock now. New Berkey systems still ship with Black Berkey Elements while supplies last. Shop Berkey Phoenix Elements About Black Berkey The Gold Standard in Gravity Filtration Black Berkey Elements are the filters that made Berkey a household name, and they ship in every new Berkey system while supplies last. Each element combines a proprietary blend of carbon and other media in a micro-porous structure that reduces a broad range of contaminants while leaving healthy minerals in your water. 200+ Contaminants Tested Tested to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 protocols by EPA-accredited and NSF-accredited laboratories. PFAS Reduction Reduces PFOA more than 99.9%, to below 2 parts per trillion. Long-Lasting Up to 6,000 gallons per pair, about 8 years at 2 gallons a day. Re-Cleanable When the flow slows, scrub the outside under cold running water. Keeps Healthy Minerals Reduces what you don't want and keeps calcium and magnesium. Made in the USA Black Berkey Elements are manufactured in the USA. Lab Results What Black Berkey Elements Reduce Tested against more than 200 contaminants across 9 categories by independent EPA-certified and NSF-accredited laboratories. PFAS >99.9% reduction PFOA reduced to below 2 parts per trillion, under the EPA limit of 4 ppt. Heavy Metals >99% reduction Lead, arsenic, chromium, cadmium, copper, nickel and zinc. Pharmaceuticals >99.5% reduction All 17 compounds tested, including ibuprofen, acetaminophen and BPA. VOCs >99.6% reduction 54 compounds, including benzene, chloroform, toluene and MTBE. Chlorine and Chloramines >99.9% reduction Free chlorine and chloramines, the main causes of tap water taste and odor. Pesticides and Herbicides >99.9% reduction Most of the 40+ compounds tested, including atrazine, DDT and chlordane. Petroleum Contaminants >99.9% reduction Gasoline, diesel, kerosene, crude oil and MCHM. Radiologicals >95.3% reduction Gross alpha emitters above 98.7%, including uranium and radium. All figures are minimums from independent third-party lab reports; most results fell below the lab's detection limit. See Every Compound Tested Tap a category to see each compound. PFAS and Forever Chemicals9PFOA was tested directly; the other compounds were evaluated by surrogate method using PFOA as the reference. PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid) PFOS (Perfluorooctane Sulfonate) PFNA (Perfluorononanoic Acid) PFDA (Perfluorodecanoic Acid) PFBS (Perfluorobutane Sulfonate) PFHxS (Perfluorohexane Sulfonate) PFHxA (Perfluorohexanoic Acid) PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) Fluorotelomer Alcohol 8:2 (FTOH) Heavy Metals15 Aluminum Antimony Arsenic Barium Cadmium Chromium Chromium-6 (Hexavalent) Cobalt Copper Lead Manganese Molybdenum Nickel Thallium Vanadium Chlorine, Chloramine and Chlorine Byproducts13 Bromoacetic Acid Bromodichloromethane Bromoform Chloramine Chlorine Chloroacetic Acid Chloroform Dibromoacetic Acid Dichloroacetic Acid Halo Acidic Acids (HAA5) Tribromoacetic Acid Trichloroacetic Acid Trihalomethanes (THMs) Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)67 Acetone Benzene Bromobenzene Bromochloromethane 4-Bromofluorobenzene Bromomethane 2-Butanone (MEK) Carbon Tetrachloride Chlorobenzene Chloroethane Chloromethane 2-Chlorotoluene 4-Chlorotoluene cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene cis-1,3-Dichloropropene 1,2-Dibromoethane Dibromomethane 1,2-Dichloro-1,1,2-trifluoroethane (CFC 123a) 1,2-Dichlorobenzene 1,3-Dichlorobenzene 1,4-Dichlorobenzene Dichlorodifluoromethane (CFC 12) 1,2-Dichloroethane 1,1-Dichloroethane (1,1-DCA) 1,1-Dichloroethylene (1,1-DCE) Dichloromethane 1,2-Dichloropropane 2,2-Dichloropropane 1,1-Dichloropropene 1,3-Dichloropropene Ethylbenzene Fluorobenzene Hexachlorobutadiene (CCC) 2-Hexanone Isopropylbenzene (Cumene) 4-Isopropyltoluene m-Xylenes Methyl tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE) 4-Methyl-2-pentanone 2-Methyl-2-propanol Monochlorobenzene n-Butylbenzene n-Propylbenzene Naphthalene o-Xylene p-Xylenes sec-Butylbenzene Styrene tert-Butylbenzene 1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane Tetrachloroethylene (PCE) Tetrahydrofuran (THF) Toluene trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene trans-1,3-Dichloropropene 1,2,3-Trichlorobenzene 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene 1,1,2-Trichloroethane 1,1,1-Trichloroethane (TCA) Trichloroethene (TCE) Trichloroethylene Trichlorofluoromethane (CFC 11) 1,2,3-Trichloropropane 1,1,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene 1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene Pesticides and Herbicides93 Acifluorfen Alachlor Aldicarb Aldicarb Sulfone Aldicarb Sulfoxide Aldrin Alpha-Chlorodane Ametryn Atraton Atrazine Baygon Bentazon Bromacil Butachlor Butylate Carbaryl Carbofuran Carboxin Chloramben Chlordane Chlorpropham cis-Nonachlor Cycloate 2,4-D Dacthal Acid Dalapon 2,4-DB Diazinon 1,2-Dibromo-3-chloropropane (DBCP) Dibromochloropropane Dicamba 3,5-Dichlorobenzoic Acid Dichlorvos Diclorprop Dieldrin Dinoseb Diphenamid Disulfoton Disulfoton Sulfone Disulfoton Sulfoxide Endrin EPTC Ethoprop Ethylene Dibromide (EDB) Fenamiphos Fenarimol Fluridone Gamma-Chlorodane Glyphosate Heptachlor Heptachlor Epoxide Hexachlorobenzene Hexachlorocyclopentadiene Hexazinone 3-Hydroxycarbofuran 5-Hydroxydicamba Lindane (Gamma-BHC) Merphos Methiocarb Methomyl Methoxychlor Methyl Paraoxon Metolachlor Metribuzin Mevinphos MGK 264 Molinate Napropamide 4-Nitrophenol Norflurazon Oxamyl Pebulate Pentachlorophenol Picloram Prometon Prometryn Pronamide Propazine Simazine Simetryn Stirofos 2,4,5-T Tebuthiuron Terbacil Terbufos Terbutryn Thiobencarb Toxaphene 2,4,5-TP (Silvex) trans-Nonachlor Triademefon Tricyclazole Vernolate Pharmaceuticals and Emerging Contaminants16 Acetaminophen Bisphenol-A Caffeine Carbamazepine Ciprofloxacin HCL Diclofenac Sodium Erythromycin USP Gemfibrozil Ibuprofen Naproxen Sodium 4-para-Nonylphenol Primidone Progesterone 4-tert-Octylphenol Triclosan Trimethoprim Petroleum Contaminants6 Crude Oil Diesel Gasoline Kerosene Mineral Spirits Refined Oil Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)7 Aroclor 1016 Aroclor 1221 Aroclor 1232 Aroclor 1242 Aroclor 1248 Aroclor 1254 Aroclor 1260 Radiologicals22 Americium-241 Californium-251 Californium-252 Cesium-137 Iodine-129 Iodine-131 Mendelevium-258 Neptunium-237 Plutonium-238 Plutonium-239 Polonium-210 Promethium-145 Protactinium-231 Radium-226 Radium-228 Radon-222 Strontium-90 Technetium-99 Thorium-232 Uranium Uranium-235 Uranium-238 Specifications Built to Last for Years Elements Set of 2 Rated life 6,000 gallons per pair (3,000 per element) Typical lifespan About 8 years at 2 gallons a day, about 4 years at 4 gallons a day Position Upper chamber of any Berkey system Fits Go Berkey Kit, Travel, Big, Royal, Imperial and Crown Berkey Fluoride add-on PF-2 filters thread onto the bottom of each element (not compatible with the Go Berkey Kit) Maintenance Re-cleanable with a Scotch-Brite pad under cold running water Testing Tested to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 by EPA-accredited and NSF-accredited labs Made in USA Warranty 2-year pro-rated, calculated in 6-month intervals In the box 2 Black Berkey Elements, priming button, instructions Side by Side Black Berkey vs Berkey Phoenix Almost identical in performance. Phoenix is the one you can buy today. Specifications Specification Black Berkey Berkey Phoenix Gallons filtered (per pair) 6,000 5,500 Availability Ships in new systems only In stock, sold in pairs Price (per pair) $166 when last sold $120 Testing and certification Tested to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 Certified to NSF/ANSI 42 and NSF/ANSI/CAN 372 Fluoride PF-2 required for consistent removal PF-2 required for consistent removal Made in USA India Warranty 2-year pro-rated 1-year non-prorated Contaminant Reduction Contaminant Black Berkey Berkey Phoenix PFAS (PFOA) >99.9% >99.8% Lead >99% >99.5% Free chlorine and chloramines >99.9% >99.9% Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) >99.6% >99.9% Pharmaceuticals >99.5% >99.9% Pesticides and herbicides >99.9% >99.9% All figures come from independent third-party lab testing and are minimums; most results fell below the lab's detection limit. New Replacement Filter Now Available Berkey Phoenix: The New Black Berkey Replacement When your Black Berkeys need replacing, the Berkey Phoenix Filter Element is the new replacement filter and the only one endorsed by NMCL, the maker of Berkey. It is an exact swap, with the same threading, the same mounting and the same priming process, and it is in stock today. Certified to NSF/ANSI 42 and NSF/ANSI/CAN 372 5,500 gallons per pair at $120 Ships with new washers, wing nuts, primer and red dye test Shop Berkey Phoenix Elements Frequently Asked Black Berkey Element Questions Can I buy Black Berkey replacement elements?Not right now. Black Berkey Elements are currently unavailable for individual purchase due to an EPA regulatory matter, and the Berkey Phoenix Filter Element is the authorized replacement. Phoenix fits every Berkey system and is in stock. Do new Berkey systems still come with Black Berkey Elements?Yes. Every new Berkey system ships with Black Berkey Elements while supplies last. Dealers are not permitted to remove them from systems and sell them separately. How does Phoenix compare to Black Berkey?The two are almost identical in performance. Black Berkey Elements last a little longer, at 6,000 gallons per pair versus 5,500. Phoenix costs less at $120 per pair, carries NSF/ANSI 42 and NSF/ANSI/CAN 372 certification, and is an exact swap in any Berkey system using the same priming process. Are Black Berkey filters sold on other websites genuine?Be careful. Black Berkey Elements are not being produced for standalone sale, so new standalone Black Berkey listings are very likely counterfeit. Counterfeits can look identical but carry none of the testing behind genuine elements. How long do Black Berkey Elements last?A pair is rated for up to 6,000 gallons (3,000 gallons per element). That is about 8 years at 2 gallons a day, or about 4 years at 4 gallons a day. Actual life depends on your source water. How do I clean Black Berkey Elements?When the flow slows, scrub the outside of each element with a Scotch-Brite pad under cold running water, then reinstall. A red food coloring test confirms they are still effective: if color comes through into the lower chamber, it is time to replace them. How do I prime new Black Berkey Elements?Attach the priming button to the threaded stem, press the element against your kitchen faucet and run cold water through it for 30 to 60 seconds, until beads of water appear on the outside. Priming a pair takes about 5 to 10 minutes. Can I use more than two Black Berkey Elements?Yes. Most Berkey systems hold more than two elements. Four elements double the rated life to about 12,000 gallons and filter noticeably faster. Do Black Berkey Elements remove healthy minerals?No. Black Berkey Elements reduce contaminants while leaving beneficial minerals like calcium and magnesium in your water. My element has a small dimple or chip on top. Is that a defect?No. A small dimple or chip on the top of an element does not affect performance, filtration or filter life, and is not considered a defect. Do Black Berkey Elements remove fluoride?PF-2 fluoride filters are required for consistent fluoride removal. They thread onto the bottom of Black Berkey or Phoenix elements in the lower chamber and last 1,000 gallons or 1 year, whichever comes first. What warranty covers Black Berkey Elements?Black Berkey Elements carry a 2-year pro-rated manufacturer warranty. Learn More Black Berkey Resources Lab results, the full contaminant list and your replacement options. ContaminantsBlack Berkey Complete Contaminant List Lab resultsIndependent Test Reports ComparisonBlack Berkey vs Phoenix Filter Elements ReplacementBerkey Phoenix Filter Elements Buyer warningHow to Spot Counterfeit Black Berkey Filters CareHow to Clean Black Berkey Filters (function(){var r=document.currentScript.parentNode;if(!('IntersectionObserver' in window)||!window.WeakSet||matchMedia('(prefers-reduced-motion: reduce)').matches)return;r.classList.add('bp-js');var seen=new WeakSet();var io=new IntersectionObserver(function(es){es.forEach(function(x){var t=x.target;if(!seen.has(t)){seen.add(t);if(x.isIntersecting){io.unobserve(t)}else{t.classList.add('bp-rv')}return}if(x.isIntersecting){t.classList.add('bp-in');io.unobserve(t)}})});r.querySelectorAll('.bp-head,.bp-acc,.bp-stats,.bp-avail,.bp-grid4,.bp-split,.bp-ctbl,.bp-faq,.bp-linkgrid').forEach(function(el){io.observe(el)})})();
