Pleatco PCC80 = Unicel C-7470 = Filbur FC-1976

80 sq ft pool filter, 7" diameter × 20-1/16" long. Top: 3" open · Bottom: 3" open. Pleatco application: Pentair Clean & Clear Plus 320, Waterway Crystal Water 325.

Interchangeable cartridges

Unicel C-7470 confirmed by: Pleatco p.47 (Unicel to Pleatco cross reference) Unicel p.17 (Cartridges by series (dimensional listing))
Filbur FC-1976 confirmed by: Pleatco p.48 (Filbur to Pleatco cross reference) Filbur p.33 (Reverse cross reference (Unicel to Filbur)) Filbur p.11 (Dimensional cartridge listing)

Published dimensions, side by side

Each manufacturer measures a little differently. Compare these with your old cartridge.

As published by	Pleatco PCC80 source	Unicel C-7470 source	Filbur FC-1976 source
Outside diameter	7"	7"	7"
Length	20-1/16"	20"	20"
Top end	3" open	3" / open	3" open
Bottom end	3" open	3" / open	3" open
Filter area	80 sq ft	80 sq ft	80 sq ft
Pleats	not listed	170	not listed
Media weight	4 oz/yd²	4 oz/yd²	not listed

Where to buy

Search any retailer for C-7470 or PCC80 or FC-1976. These are the same cartridge under different brand names.

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OEM part numbers this cartridge replaces

As printed in the cited aftermarket catalogs. Match the number on your old cartridge or in your filter manual exactly.

OEM number	Listed in
`817-0081`	Pleatco p.33: OEM part # column Unicel p.64: OEM cross reference: Waterway Plastics
`178580`	Pleatco p.33: OEM part # column Unicel p.50: OEM cross reference: Pentair Pool Prod - Pac Fab Replacements
`R173573`	Pleatco p.33: OEM part # column Unicel p.48: OEM cross reference: Pentair Pool Prod

Pool filters and equipment brands that use it

From the OEM cross reference in the Unicel 2026 Replacement Guide. A brand may use several sizes, so check your filter model and measurements.

Pentair Pool Prod (models: Clean & Clear Plus; OEM R173573) Unicel p.48
Pentair Pool Prod - Pac Fab Replacements (models: Clean & Clear Plus; OEM 178580) Unicel p.50
Waterway Plastics (models: Crystal Water 325 sq.ft.; OEM 817-0081) Unicel p.64

FAQ

What is the Unicel equivalent of Pleatco PCC80?

The catalogs cross-reference Pleatco PCC80 to Unicel C-7470.

What is the Filbur equivalent of Pleatco PCC80?

The catalogs list Filbur FC-1976.

What size is the PCC80 filter?

Pleatco lists PCC80 as 7" outside diameter by 20-1/16" long, top: 3" open, bottom: 3" open, 80 sq ft.

Which OEM part numbers does it replace?

Listed OEM numbers: 817-0081, 178580, R173573.

Sources: Filbur Product Catalog and Reference Guide (2024) · Filbur Product Catalog and Reference Guide (2024) · Pleatco 2023 Catalog & Cross Reference Guide (Pentair) · Pleatco 2023 Catalog & Cross Reference Guide (Pentair) · Pleatco 2023 Catalog & Cross Reference Guide (Pentair) · Unicel 2026 Replacement Guide. Last checked 2026-11-03.