NT100-60, Rusco Fltr, 1x60, 20 gpm,

Compact yet capable, the Rusco NT100-60 is a 1-inch spin-down sediment filter rated for flows up to 20 GPM. Equipped with a 60-mesh screen, it targets coarser sand and sediment, making it an excellent everyday particulate filter for homes on well water or municipal supplies that occasionally carry grit from main breaks or repairs. For many households, a coarser screen like this is the smarter starting point, capturing the worst offenders without loading up too quickly and demanding constant flushing. It is a forgiving choice that suits the majority of residential sediment problems.

The 60-mesh element strikes a useful balance: it removes problematic particles that can scratch fixtures and clog valves while resisting the rapid loading that finer screens sometimes experience in heavy-sediment water. Inside the clear filter body, incoming water is set spinning so denser debris is flung outward and collects in the lower sump, ready to be flushed away through a simple valve, no cartridge swaps required. The transparent housing turns maintenance into a quick visual check rather than a guessing game, letting you flush only when you actually see buildup.

• 1-inch ports for whole-house and point-of-entry installation
• Handles up to 20 GPM for typical household demand
• 60-mesh screen well suited to coarser sand and sediment
• See-through housing for at-a-glance maintenance checks
• Quick manual flush keeps the element clear of buildup
• Washable, reusable screen for economical long-term use

Why Pre-Filtration Matters

Sediment is one of the most common causes of premature failure in water softeners, pumps, and reverse-osmosis systems. By installing a Rusco NT100-60 ahead of your treatment equipment, you intercept abrasive particles before they reach delicate seals, injectors, and membranes. The result is longer equipment life, fewer service calls, and clearer water throughout the home. Install it vertically at the point of entry with room beneath the sump for flushing, and consider adding a finer screen downstream if your water carries very fine silt that a 60-mesh element will not catch. With its reusable screen and easy flush operation, this filter delivers dependable protection with minimal ongoing effort or expense, and its compact 1-inch size makes it an easy retrofit into existing plumbing without major reconfiguration. For most well-water homes, it is the sensible first stage in a sediment-control strategy.