If you’re searching for Pelican Water Systems, Pelican water filters, or Pelican carbon replacement, you’re not alone — and you’re not wrong to be confused.
Thousands of homeowners still have Pelican whole-house water filters installed, and many are now reaching the 5-year carbon replacement mark. The problem?
Pelican Water Systems no longer exists under that name.
This page explains what happened to Pelican, what that means for your system, and where you can still buy the correct replacement carbon kits.
Did Pelican Water Systems Become Pentair?
Yes.
Pelican Water Systems was acquired and rebranded under Pentair several years ago. Pelican products were folded into Pentair’s residential water filtration lineup.
What didn’t change:
What did change:
As a result, many homeowners don’t realize that Pelican systems still require carbon replacement every ~5 years, even though the Pelican name has largely disappeared.
Why Pelican Replacement Carbon Is Hard to Find Online
Many homeowners searching for Pelican water systems or Pelican water filters are actually looking for replacement carbon media, not a new system.
However, replacement kits can be difficult to locate online because:
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Pelican systems are now sold under the Pentair brand name
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Replacement parts are often listed without referencing “Pelican”
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Product naming varies between retailers
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Few sites clearly state which kits are compatible with legacy Pelican systems
As a result, homeowners may see search results but struggle to find a clear answer or the correct replacement kit.
If You Own a Pelican System, You Still Need Carbon Replacement
Pelican whole-house filters use high-capacity carbon media that typically lasts about 5 years, depending on water usage and quality.
Common signs it’s time to replace:
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Chlorine taste or odor returning
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Water doesn’t feel as clean as it used to
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It’s been ~5 years since install or last media change
Replacing the carbon restores your system’s performance without replacing the tank or plumbing.
Pelican / Pentair Carbon Replacement — Simple DIY Overview
Most homeowners can replace their Pelican carbon media themselves using a basic step-by-step process. The diagram below shows a simplified overview of the process.
Prefer to Watch the Full DIY Process?
This video below walks through the Pelican / Pentair carbon replacement process step by step for PC-series systems.
Pelican Carbon Replacement Kits (PC Series)
| System |
Carbon Tank |
Replacement Kit |
Typical Interval |
| Pelican PC600 |
PC600 |
PC600 Carbon Replacement Kit |
~5 years |
| Pelican PC1000 |
PC1000 |
PC1000 Carbon Replacement Kit |
~5 years |
Where to Buy Pelican Carbon Replacement Kits
You can still buy proper replacement kits — you just need to know what to look for.
We specialize in replacement carbon kits that are fully compatible with Pelican systems, including the most common models.
Pelican PC600 Carbon Replacement
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Fits Pelican PC600 systems (now sold under Pentair naming)
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Includes premium coconut shell catalytic carbon
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Includes KDF55 media and all required install components
PC600
Pelican PC600 Carbon Replacement Media Kit — Fits Pentair / Pelican Systems
Pelican PC1000 Carbon Replacement
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Fits Pelican PC1000 whole-house systems
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Designed for higher flow and larger homes
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Complete kit for DIY replacement
PC1000
Pelican PC1000 Carbon Replacement Media Kit — Fits Pentair / Pelican Systems
Everything included to replace your Pelican PC600 and PC1000 carbon media tanks
Do You Also Have a Pelican Salt-Free Conditioner Tank?
Some Pelican whole-house systems use a two-tank configuration, which includes:
If you have one of the systems below, your salt-free conditioner media also needs replacement approximately every 5 years.
Pelican Two-Tank Systems That Use Salt-Free Conditioning Media
Pelican PSE1800
Pelican PSE2000
The conditioner media is separate from the carbon and must be replaced independently.
Salt-Free Conditioner Media Replacement (Two-Tank Systems)
| Pelican System |
Conditioner Tank |
Media Replacement Kit |
Typical Interval |
| PSE1800 |
NS-3 |
NS-3 Media Replacement Kit |
~5 years |
| PSE2000 |
NS-6 |
NS-6 Media Replacement Kit |
~5 years |
Salt-Free Conditioner Media Replacement Kits
We also carry replacement media kits for Pelican salt-free conditioner tanks:
Not Sure If You Have a Salt-Free Conditioner Tank?
If your Pelican system has two tanks installed side-by-side, one of them may be a salt-free conditioner.
You can:
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Check your original invoice or model number
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Look for “NS-3” or “NS-6” on the second tank
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Or contact us — we’ll help you identify the correct replacement
Why Buy Your Pelican Replacement Carbon From Us
We’re not a general parts reseller — we focus specifically on Pelican / Pentair whole-house systems.
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Hundreds of Pelican carbon kits sold over the past few years
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DIY-friendly kits with everything needed in one box
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Clear install diagrams and step-by-step guidance
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Support available if you have questions before or during install
If you’ve been struggling to figure out what kit you need, you’re exactly who this page is for.
Common Questions Pelican Owners Ask
“My system says Pelican, but everything online says Pentair — will this fit?”
Yes. Pelican systems were rebranded under Pentair, but the tanks and media specifications did not change.
“Do I need to replace the whole system?”
No. If your tank and plumbing are in good shape, replacing the carbon media restores performance at a fraction of the cost.
“Can I do this myself?”
Most homeowners do. Carbon replacement is a DIY-friendly process, especially with the correct kit and instructions.
Not Sure Which Pelican System You Have?
If you’re unsure whether you have a PC600, PC1000, or another Pelican model, we can help.
Reach out with:
We’ll point you to the correct replacement kit.
Bottom Line
Pelican Water Systems didn’t disappear — they became Pentair.
Your system still works.
Your carbon still needs replacing.
And you can still buy the right replacement kit.
👉 Start here to restore your water quality:
This page is intended for homeowners searching for Pelican Water Systems, Pelican water filters, Pelican carbon replacement, and Pelican whole-house water filtration maintenance.
