Pentair Everpure OCS² Replacement Filter Cartridge for Coffee Machines – EV9618-02
85,00 €
- ✅ Better-Tasting Coffee: Activated-carbon precoat filtration reduces chlorine taste and odour that can affect the flavour and aroma of coffee and other beverages.
- ✅ 0.2 Micron Fine Filtration: Pentair Everpure Micro-Pure® II technology mechanically filters fine particles and sediment down to 0.2 micron.
- ✅ Scale Protection: An integrated scale inhibitor helps minimise the potential for scale formation inside compatible coffee brewing equipment.
- ✅ 5,678 L Rated Capacity: Rated for up to 1,500 US gallons / 3,000 pots, with a maximum service flow of 1.9 L/min.
- ✅ NSF-Certified Performance: Certified to NSF/ANSI Standards 42, 53 and 401 for specified reduction claims.
Description
Pentair Everpure OCS² • EV9618-02
Better Water for Better Coffee
Water has a direct effect on the taste of coffee and on the condition of the equipment used to prepare it. Chlorine taste and odour, fine particles and scale can affect beverage quality while also creating unnecessary problems inside brewing equipment.
The Pentair Everpure OCS² EV9618-02 is a replacement water filter cartridge designed primarily for low-flow, medium-volume coffee brewers. It combines activated-carbon precoat filtration, fine filtration down to 0.2 micron and integrated scale inhibition in one compact cartridge.
Better-tasting beverages, fine filtration and scale protection from one Everpure cartridge.
What is the Pentair Everpure OCS²?
The Pentair Everpure OCS² EV9618-02 is a commercial replacement water filter cartridge for low-flow, medium-volume coffee brewers. It provides 0.2 micron filtration, chlorine taste and odour reduction, integrated scale inhibition, a rated capacity of 5,678 litres and a maximum service flow of 1.9 L/min.
Why Choose the Pentair Everpure OCS²?
The OCS² combines beverage-quality filtration with equipment protection, making it particularly useful where both coffee taste and scale control matter.
Better-Tasting Coffee
Activated carbon reduces chlorine taste and odour that can interfere with the flavour and aroma of coffee and other beverages.
0.2 Micron Filtration
Exclusive precoat filtration mechanically filters fine particles and sediment down to 0.2 micron.
Scale Protection
An integrated scale inhibitor helps minimise the potential for scale formation inside compatible coffee brewing equipment.
Micro-Pure® II Media
Pentair’s proprietary Micro-Pure® II media inhibits bacterial growth on the filter media while supporting fine particulate filtration.
Quick-Change Cartridge
The sanitary cartridge design allows straightforward replacement without handling the internal filter media.
NSF-Certified Performance
The current Pentair specification lists certification to NSF/ANSI Standards 42, 53 and 401 for specified performance claims.
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How the OCS² Treats Water for Coffee Equipment
The OCS² addresses several water-quality issues relevant to coffee preparation without being a conventional water softener.
TASTE & ODOUR
Activated Carbon
Reduces chlorine taste and odour to help protect the intended flavour and aroma of coffee and other beverages.
FINE FILTRATION
0.2 Micron Filtration
Micro-Pure® II precoat filtration mechanically filters sediment and fine particles down to 0.2 micron.
EQUIPMENT PROTECTION
Integrated Scale Inhibitor
Helps minimise the potential for scale formation inside compatible coffee brewing equipment.
Scale inhibition is not the same as water softening.
The OCS² helps minimise scale formation, but it is not an ion-exchange water softener and should not be described as removing calcium and magnesium hardness from the water.
Is the OCS² Right for Your Coffee Machine?
Pentair specifies the OCS² for low-flow, medium-volume coffee brewers. Its combination of chlorine taste and odour reduction, fine filtration and scale inhibition makes it particularly relevant where both beverage quality and protection of brewing equipment matter.
The correct filtration system still depends on the coffee machine, required flow, water conditions and the existing Everpure filter setup. High-volume equipment or water requiring actual hardness reduction may need a different or additional treatment solution.
✓ A Strong Fit When
- Your existing cartridge is OCS² / EV9618-02.
- You use a compatible low-flow, medium-volume coffee brewer.
- Chlorine taste and odour reduction is important.
- You want fine filtration together with scale inhibition.
Check Before Ordering When
- Your existing Everpure cartridge has a different model number.
- Your equipment requires more than 1.9 L/min.
- You have a high-volume commercial application.
- You need actual hardness removal rather than scale inhibition.
Pentair Everpure OCS² EV9618-02 Specifications
| Brand | Pentair Everpure |
| Model | OCS² |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EV9618-02 |
| Pentair Item Number | EV961802 |
| Primary Application | Coffee — low-flow, medium-volume brewers |
| Rated Capacity | 5,678 L / 1,500 US gal / 3,000 pots |
| Maximum Service Flow | 1.9 L/min / 0.5 gpm |
| Filtration Rating | 0.2 micron |
| Filtration Media | Micro-Pure® II |
| Scale Control | Integrated scale inhibitor |
| Operating Pressure | 0.7–8.6 bar / 10–125 psi, non-shock |
| Water Temperature | 2–38°C |
| Dimensions | 26 cm high × 8.2 cm diameter |
| Electrical Connection | None required |
| Certification | NSF/ANSI 42, 53 and 401 for specified claims |
NSF-Certified Filtration Performance
The current Pentair specification lists the OCS² as tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standards 42, 53 and 401 for specified reduction claims.
NSF/ANSI 42
Specified aesthetic and particulate performance claims including chlorine taste and odour reduction, bacteriostatic effects and particulate Class I.
NSF/ANSI 53
Specified health-related mechanical reduction performance including cyst reduction, such as Cryptosporidium and Giardia.
NSF/ANSI 401
The current Pentair specification lists certification for microplastics reduction.
Is EV9618-02 the Correct Replacement Cartridge?
If the label on your existing cartridge identifies it as Pentair Everpure OCS² with part number EV9618-02, this is the corresponding replacement cartridge.
If your existing Everpure cartridge has a different model or part number, do not assume that it is interchangeable. Cartridge selection should match the existing system and the requirements of the connected equipment.
Not sure which Everpure filter you need?
Send WaterFilterNet a clear photo of the label on your existing cartridge and, if possible, the filter head. We can help you identify the correct replacement before you order.
Replacement, Maintenance & Installation
Filter life depends on water quality, incoming pressure and the volume of water passing through the cartridge. The rated capacity should therefore not be interpreted as a guaranteed replacement interval.
When Should the OCS² Be Replaced?
5,678 litres / 1,500 US gallons / 3,000 pots.
Replace if available pressure falls below 0.7 bar / 10 psi.
Pentair recommends replacement at least once per year.
The cartridge should also be changed if water flow becomes too slow for practical use, even if the rated capacity has not yet been reached.
Installation & Cartridge Change
- Install the cartridge vertically with the cartridge hanging down.
- Allow at least 6.35 cm / 2½ inches of clearance below the cartridge for replacement.
- Flush a new cartridge for five minutes after installation.
- No electrical connection is required.
⚠️ Water Quality Safety
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
OCS² Replacement Filter & Support in Cyprus
WaterFilterNet supplies Pentair products and replacement water filter cartridges for domestic and commercial applications across Cyprus. For an Everpure replacement, matching the model and manufacturer part number before ordering is the safest way to avoid purchasing the wrong cartridge.
Pentair Everpure OCS² FAQs
What is the Pentair Everpure OCS² EV9618-02 used for?
Pentair specifies the OCS² primarily for low-flow, medium-volume coffee brewers. It combines chlorine taste and odour reduction, fine filtration and scale inhibition.
How fine is the OCS² filtration?
The OCS² uses Micro-Pure® II precoat filtration and filters fine particles and sediment down to 0.2 micron.
What is the capacity of EV9618-02?
Pentair rates the cartridge for 5,678 litres / 1,500 US gallons / approximately 3,000 pots, subject to operating conditions and water quality.
Does the OCS² soften hard water?
Not in the same way as an ion-exchange water softener. The OCS² contains an integrated scale inhibitor designed to minimise the potential for scale formation rather than remove calcium and magnesium hardness from the water.
How often should I replace the OCS² cartridge?
Replace it when rated capacity is reached, available pressure falls below 0.7 bar / 10 psi or flow becomes too slow. Pentair’s product-specific specification recommends replacement at least once per year.
Is the Pentair Everpure OCS² NSF certified?
Yes. Pentair’s current OCS² specification lists NSF/ANSI Standards 42, 53 and 401 for specified reduction claims.
Can the OCS² be used with an ice machine?
Pentair’s product-specific specification identifies coffee as the primary application. If you are considering the OCS² for an ice machine or another beverage application, confirm the required flow, capacity and equipment compatibility before ordering.
How do I know whether EV9618-02 is the correct replacement?
Check the label on your existing cartridge for OCS² and EV9618-02. If the model is different or you are unsure, send WaterFilterNet a photo of the cartridge and filter head before ordering.
Order the Pentair Everpure OCS² EV9618-02
Choose the OCS² EV9618-02 for 0.2 micron filtration, chlorine taste and odour reduction and integrated scale protection. If you are unsure whether EV9618-02 is the correct cartridge for your existing Everpure system, contact WaterFilterNet before ordering.
Stavros is a professional water quality specialist and holds an extensive knowledge of various water filtration technologies, including reverse osmosis, water softeners, water purification systems and additional water treatment techniques for residential and commercial use. He has written extensively on the subject of water filtration and treatment, with his work appearing in industry publications such as Water Technology and Water Quality Products.
In addition to his professional work, Stavros supports the environmental sustainability and is committed to promoting eco-friendly water filtration solutions. He believes that everyone has to have access to clean, safe drinking water and is dedicated to helping people achieve this goal.
Stavros resides in Larnaca Cyprus with his family and enjoys sailing. He can be reached at tel: +357 99626069 and is available to provide expert advice on all aspects of water filtration systems, including installation, maintenance, and replacement filters.
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