Best Potauto Performance Filters in 2026

❄️𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 - Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. The fxhsc replacement filter reduces up to 99% of sediment, sand, rust and color.

❄️𝗟𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮 & 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄 -Pleating structure provides larger filtration area than the other sediment filters with the same size and make the filtration higher efficient. 3D weaving technology for the filter cloth to make it easy to capture more impurities and have a great flow.

❄️𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 -The water filter for house can filter up to 30000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3-6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones.

❄️【Recognized Certification】 Food grade material polypropylene microfibers meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE certified. The whole house water filter reduces up to 99% of sediment, sand, rust, color. PUREPLUS are committed to providing visibly clearer water and a wonderful drinking experience to your loved ones.

❄️【Efficient Filtration】 Ideal for well water. Designed with thin dense honeycomb structure of being dense inside and sparse outside, the rope filter has strong dirt holding capacity and high filtration accuracy 5 micron, better for a deep bed filtration function, can effectively capture particles and sediment targetedly and have 30% longer service life than common sediment filters. Flow rate is 2.5 GPM and filter life up to 3- 6 months/13, 000 gallons (depending on usage and water quality).

❄️【High Capacity】 The 10 inch well filter have 30% longer service life than common sediment filters, can filter up to 30000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3- 6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones. Innovative technology for the filter structure to make it easy to capture more impurities and have a great flow rate up to 2.5 GPM.

❄️ Recognized Certification - Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. The filter reduces up to 99% of sediment, sand, rust, sediment, color. The filter is recommended for well water filtration.

❄️ Efficient Filtration - Ideal for well water. The 5 micron water filter 10 x 4.5 is designed with thin dense honeycomb structure of being dense inside and sparse outside, the rope filter has strong dirt holding capacity and high filtration accuracy 5 micron, better for a deep bed filtration function, can effectively capture particles and sediment targetedly.

❄️ High Capacity - The well filter have 30% longer service life than common sediment filters, can filter up to 30000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3- 6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones. Innovative technology for the filter structure to make it easy to capture more impurities and have a great flow rate up to 2.5 GPM.

❄️𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 - Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. The fxhsc replacement filter reduces up to 99% of sediment, sand, rust and color.

❄️𝗟𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮 & 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄 -Pleating structure provides larger filtration area than the other sediment filters with the same size and make the filtration higher efficient. 3D weaving technology for the filter cloth to make it easy to capture more impurities and have a great flow.

❄️𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 -The water filter for house can filter up to 30000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3-6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones.

💧 MATERIAL SAFETY - 20 micron water filter made of 100% pure polypropylene material, it meets the NSF certification, ISO9001, BPA free. There is no fibers shedding because of unique melt-blown technology to avert the re-contamination of drinking water. Provide your family with much safer and healthier life all the time.

💧 PROTECT WATER EQUIPMENT - This sediment water filter removes 99% rusts, silts, sands and other undissolved particles, etc, from dirty water. As the first-stage filter in the filtration system, it protects your post-filters, water appliances and pipes with purer and higher quality water, providing a healthy life style.

💧 6 MONTHS SERVICE LIFETIME - 10 inch water filter cartridge usually filtrate water up to 10,000-15,000 gallons. The filtration capacity and change-out cycle depend on inlet water quality or running time every day. For better water quality, filters should be replaced regularly.

𝐍𝐒𝐅42 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝‒ This filter is tested and certified against NSF42 for material safety and is made with high grade and Lead- free materials. The natural coconut shell activated carbon is also NSF certified.

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥‒ Most ICEPURE water filters meet European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australian Water Mark, and have the certifications of TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect that you expect, because well water contains large particles such as mud and sands which may clog the filter in shorter time.

𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧‒ This filter is made with innovative Sintering Technology, which helps to remove 99% of chlorine, taste and odor. This filter can remove finer particles and sediment. Delivering cleaner water that tastes great, and providing a wonderful drinking experience for your whole family. This filter has a life span of up to 13000 gallons depending on your water quality. For optimum performance, we recommended you change filter every 6 months based on water quality.

𝐍𝐒𝐅42 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝‒ This filter is tested and certified against NSF42 for material safety and is made with high grade and Lead- free materials. The natural coconut shell activated carbon is also NSF certified.

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥‒ Most ICEPURE water filters meet European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australian Water Mark, and have the certifications of TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect that you expect, because well water contains large particles such as mud and sands which may clog the filter in shorter time.

𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧‒ This filter is made with innovative Sintering Technology, which helps to remove 99% of chlorine, taste and odor. This filter can remove finer particles and sediment. Delivering cleaner water that tastes great, and providing a wonderful drinking experience for your whole family. This filter has a life span of up to 13000 gallons depending on your water quality. For optimum performance, we recommended you change filter every 6 months based on water quality.

❄ RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATION - Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. PUREPLUS CTO10 filters up to 99% of Chlorine, sand, rust, sediment, color. If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect you expect.

❄ STRICT QUALITY CONTROL - All water filter home cartridge are produced under the ISO9001 standard and inspected under strict quality control. Each filter is produced through 34 production processes, 400PSI pressure test, 10,000 water hammer tests, and 6 independent tests.

❄ HIGHER QUALITY FILTRATION - Carbon is well known for its unique absorbing ability, a pound of carbon is able to provide up 125 acres of filtering surface area. Our RO carbon filter is made of 100% coconut shell activated carbon block to filter most sediments, Sintering Technology ensures high absorbing capacity offers a much finer filtration of suspended particles and dirt.

❄️ Recognized Certification - Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. The filter reduces up to 99% of Chlorine, sand, rust, sediment, color. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. ❄️If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect you expect. Check out our another product. Search “B01N9024NF” for well water filtration.

❄️ Multi-Layer Density Tech - The whole house water filter is designed with density three PP layers and Coconut Shell Activated Carbon Layer to remove most contaminants and deliver great fresh water. The multi-layer density tech can capture impurities targetedly and have 30% longer service life than the other common type.

❄️ High Capacity - The filter can filter up to 30000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3- 6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones.

❄️【Recognized Certification】 Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. The filter reduces up to 99% of Chlorine, sand, rust, sediment, color. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. ❄️If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect you expect. Check out our another product. Search “B01N9024NF” for well water filtration.

❄️ 【Multi-Layer Density Tech】The whole house water filter is designed with density three PP layers and Coconut Shell Activated Carbon Layer to remove most contaminants and deliver great fresh water. The multi-layer density tech can capture impurities targetedly and have 30% longer service life than the other common type.

❄️【High Capacity】The filter can filter up to 30000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3- 6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones.

❄️️ 【RECOGNIZED CERTIFICATION】 Food Grade Material Meets European EC1935-2004 Regulations, Australia Water Mark, TUV, ROHS, REACH, BPA FREE Certified. This kind of filter is recommended for tap water filtration. The filter reduces up to 99% of Chlorine, sand, rust, sediment, color. If your water source is well water, this filter may not achieve the filtering effect you expect.

❄️️【HIGH CAPACITY】 The CTO carbon filter can filter up to 13000 gallons depending on water quality. Suggest to replace it every 3- 6 months for the average household for optimal performance depending on the use. Let it bring a wonderful cleaner water experience to your loved ones.

❄️ Compatible Model - The 10 water filter cartridges can be used in any standard 10”x 2.5” heavy duty filter housings and compatible for standard 10inch X 2.5inch filter models of American Plumber W10-PR, W15-PR, Culligan HD-950, GE GXWH30C, GXWH35F, GXWH-40L, GXWH-30C, HDSFI, GXWH-35F, GNWH-38F, Aqua-Pure AP801, HF45-10BLBK10PR, Aqua-Pure AP801, Pentek 10", Whirlpool WHCF-WHPLBB, Waterite Excelpure PL10B30 water filter.

💧 [𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄&𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄] This 5 micron whole house water filter replacement is NSF certified, manufactured with high purity coconut shell activated carbon and wrapped with dense PP food-grade non-shedding fabric, preventing carbon fines from entering the filtered water. Odorless, no leaking or secondary pollution, so that providing you a healthy and enjoyable safe water-filtering experience.

💧[𝐖𝐇𝐘 𝟓 𝐌𝐈𝐂𝐑𝐎𝐍]5-micron one is the most popular carbon water filter at present. Compared with higher micron rating filters, it reaches a balance of sufficient residual chlorine removal and high water flux. SimPure is 30% more efficient than most water filters. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐓𝐎 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞, 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐏𝐏 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.

💧 [𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄] Simpure fc15 cto carbon filter can captures particulate 5 microns or larger from municipal or well water, have great water flow and doesn't impede the water pressure too much. Filter life is about 3-6 months or 15,000 gallons depending on usage and local water quality. We recommend that it be replaced every 3-6 months for optimum performance.

🌊【𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧】SimPure water filters whole house is made of pure polypropylene, our filter cartridge is highly resistant to corrosion and chemicals. It's an ideal choice for whole house water filtration and works effectively as a pre-filter for both whole house and point of use systems, ensuring you get clean and safe drinking water every time.

🌊【𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝟑-𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧】Our sediment filters for well water features an advanced Gradient Density Layer composed of three powerful filtration layers. This innovative filtration system combines a sparse layer, compaction layer, and precision layer to capture a wide range of impurities, including dirt, sand, silt, dust, rust, and scale particles, ensuring you can enjoy clean water . Choose SimPure and experience the difference of powerful filtration technology.

🌊【𝐔𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦】SimPure well water filter cartridges features a High Dirt-Holding Capacity that surpasses similar filters of the same size. This advanced technology allows for greater contaminant holding capacity and increased flow rate, ensuring your water is filtered efficiently and effectively. Our filters can reduce sediment particles as small as 5 microns without altering the taste, odor, or color of your water.

【EFFECTIVE FILTRATION】: Utilizes advanced activated carbon for highly-efficient filtration performance and maximum impurities reduction. The granular activated carbon is made from natural coconut shells .Please confirm whether you are allergic to it.

【APPLIANCES PROTECTION】: Delivers clean water and protects your appliances from potential rust and sediment.

【COST-EFFECTIVE CHOICE】: Get uncompromising quality at a fraction of price. Enjoy fresh water by replacing your filter every 6 months or 12,000 gallons, whichever comes first. If you have any issue about the product, please let us know. We will take care of you right now.

🌊[𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘂𝗺 & 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹] Activated carbon water filter made of pure coconut shell activated carbon block, wrapped in two food-grade non-woven fabric layers to prevent carbon particles from entering the water. Tested by independent third-party to meet NSF 42 Standards for material safety.

🌊[𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝟵𝟴% 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆] 5 micron water filter carbon cartridge adsorbs up to 98% of residual chlorine, removes tastes and odors like sulfur and chlorine smell, colors, significantly improving water quality. Use this whole house charcoal water filter with sediment filters in the 10inch x 4.5inch household water system to protect the water softener and home appliances, or use them after an inline sediment filter to purify well water or rainwater.

🌊[𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲] The 5 micron rating of the CTO water filter makes a balance of sufficient filter efficiency and high water flux. Operates as a single 4.5x10 whole house water filter cartridge, capacity can be up to 15,000 gallons. To achieve optimum performance, we suggest to replace it every 3-6 months depending on your water quality.

Compatible Replacement: This 5 Micron 10 x 4.5 sediment water filter is a replacement for Culligan CP5-BBS-D, Pentek CP5-BB, American Plumber W5CPHD, 155184, 255490-43, Ametek ECP5-BB, Bruner CP5-BB, CP5-BBS, CP5-BBS-D, FM-BB-10-5, OmniFilter RS15, PC05-BB-S and fits most 10 inch water filter housings.

High Quality Filtration: The high capacity pleated polyester sediment filter is able to achieve filtration down to 5 microns improving water quality, reducing sediment, rust, dirt, sand, silt, and corrosion.

6 Month Filter Life: Depending on the quality of your water, replacing your home water filter cartridge every 6 months is recommended for the average household to ensure optimal performance.

PERFECT WATER TASTE - Enjoy crystal clear water free from sediments, chlorine, and other contaminants with our 5 micron carbon and sediment water filter cartridge. The perfect addition to your home water filter system.

DOUBLE THE LIFESPAN - Our advanced design сarbon and sediment filter ensures a longer lifespan than other filters, giving you 6 months of clean and safe drinking water. Ensure your family is drinking clean water with this reliable water filters.

EASY-TO-INSTALL - No plumber required! Simply twist and lock our filter cartridge into place for an effortless and hassle-free installation. Treats water perfectly and protect your entire home water filter system whole house.

Compatible Replacement: This 30 Micron 10 x 2.5 sediment water filter is a replacement for Pentek CW-MF, 155187-43, W30W, RS3DS, 155187-52, Ace Hardware 48237, Ametek Kleen-Plus C1, Culligan D-10, Keystone W30, Master Plumber 583-401, Teledyne Pik IR-25, RS3, RS3-DS, RS3-DS12-01, RS3-DS12-02 and fits most 10 inch water filter housings.

High Quality Filtration: The high capacity string wound polypropylene sediment filter is able to achieve filtration down to 30 microns improving water quality, at a flow rate of 10 GPM, reducing sediment, rust, dirt, sand, silt, and corrosion.

6 Month Filter Life: Depending on the quality of your water, replacing your home water filter cartridge every 6 months is recommended for the average household to ensure optimal performance.

Compatible Replacement: This 20 Micron 10 x 2.5 sediment water filter is a replacement for American Plumber W20CLA, GE FXWPC, S1A-D, 49641, 1019124, 155001-131, American Plumber W20CL, W20CLA, Kleen-Plus S1, Culligan S1A, Flotec FPWF-RS2, Pentek S1, GE FXWPC, Master Plumber 614-800, OmniFilter R12, Pentek 155001, True Value 614-800 and fits most 10 inch water filter housings.

High Quality Filtration: The high capacity pleated cellulose sediment filter is able to achieve filtration down to 20 microns improving water quality, at a flow rate of 12 GPM, reducing sediment, dirt, sand, and particles.

6 Month Filter Life: Depending on the quality of your water, replacing your home water filter cartridge every 6 months is recommended for the average household to ensure optimal performance.

🍀𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘 This filter filters up to 13000 gallons, depending on the local water quality. It is recommended that you replace the filter every 6-months for optimized performance. This filter is not suitable for well and spring water sources due to the excessive sediments found in the water.

🍀𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 Triple-layer density structure. The 5 microns inner layer captures small particles. The outer layer is 10 micron to hold more dirt. BPA Free, Lead-Free substances contained in the filter. Aqualink only uses healthy materials. Select the certified filters and materials guaranteed only.

🍀𝗣𝗘𝗢𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧 𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 Ensure that the family uses high-quality water . This filter is very suitable for residential homes and helps protect household appliances and water pipes from sediment and scale. It is suitable for drinking, cooking, clothing cleaning and other daily water matters.

OEM BRAND COMPATIBLE SEDIMENT WATER FILTER: Clear Choice sediment water filter is compatible with a wide-array of OEM and aftermarket non-woven polyester is compatible with the following: Pentek 255490-43 ECP5-BB, Culligan CP5-BBS

100% FITMENT COMPATIBILITY SEDIMENT WATER FILTER: Clear Choice sediment water filter replacement will fit most housings that accept standard 10 X 4.50in Dia. filter

SEDIMENT WATER FILTER REDUCING WATER IMPURITIES: Clear Choice sediment water filter 5 micron rating and 10 gpm flow rate ensures that it will have the optimum performance to reduce water impurities such as sediment, sand, silt and rust

💧 [SAFE&RELIABLE] This water filter is NSF certified, manufactured with high purity coconut shell activated carbon and wrapped with dense PP food-grade non-shedding fabric, preventing carbon fines from entering the filtered water. Odorless, no leaking or secondary pollution, so that providing you a healthy and enjoyable safe water-filtering experience.

💧 [LONG SERVICE LIFE] The cto carbon filter can captures particulate 5 microns or larger from municipal or well water, have great water flow and doesn't impede the water pressure too much. Filter life is about 3-6 months or 15,000 gallons depending on usage and local water quality. We recommend that it be replaced every 3-6 months for optimum performance.

💧 [UNIVERSAL SIZE] This 2.5x10 inch replacement water filter fits most standard under sink reverse osmosis filtration system, countertop water filtration unit, RV water filtration and whole house filtration system with standard 10-inch housing. Compatible with the filter models of: GE,FXUSC, FXWTC, FX12P, Dupont, WFPFC8002, WFPFC5002, WFPFC3002, Culligan, CW-F, CW-MF, SCWH-5, D-10A, etc. Compatible with reverse osmosis filter systems of brands: GE, Culligan, Dupont, Omnifilter, Whirlpool, etc.

【Model Part Numbers】6 pack of o ring replacement for Pentek 151122, BB BUNA-N;Replacement for Culligan OR-100, 151122-27, 01019189;Replacement for Ace Hardware 4001756;Replacement for American Plumber 152032, W10-OR;Replacement for APEC O-RING-HB;Replacement for HomeMaster #Oring122;Replacement for Ametek Kleen-Plus 151122-03.

【Cartridge Gasket Size】Big blue filter seal size is approximately 5.5" Inside diameter x 5.83" outside diameter x 0.165" thickness, these water filter housing o-rings were the perfect OEM fit.

【Easy Installtion】Remove the old water filter seal from the top of the filter housing, place the new o-ring kit into the same position as the old cartridge o ring. Wet the new o-ring set with some water to lubricate it for reinstallation. Silicone-based grease can also be used, but wetting the cartridge gasket is typically enough to install without pinching the oring. We recommended replacing your water filter housing seal on every third filter change to ensure it is in top shape to prevent leaks.