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product_id: 5256270
title: "KX Matrikx 06-250-125-975 Lead, Cyst, Chlorine Taste and Odor Reduction Filter, 10-Inch"
brand: "matrikx"
price: "VT9769"
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# Over 2,500 gallons lead reduction capacity NSF/ANSI Standard 42 & 53 Certified 0.5 µm Nominal Filtration KX Matrikx 06-250-125-975 Lead, Cyst, Chlorine Taste and Odor Reduction Filter, 10-Inch

**Brand:** matrikx
**Price:** VT9769
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Drink Smart, Live Pure — Lead-Free Water, Guaranteed!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** KX Matrikx 06-250-125-975 Lead, Cyst, Chlorine Taste and Odor Reduction Filter, 10-Inch by matrikx
- **How much does it cost?** VT9769 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- matrikx enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted matrikx brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Easy Drop-In Installation:** Color-coded gasket and end cap make upgrades seamless and hassle-free.
- • **Long-Lasting Lead Reduction:** Filters over 2,500 gallons at 0.75 GPM, keeping your water clean longer.
- • **Premium Coconut Shell Carbon:** Eco-friendly activated carbon ensures superior chlorine taste and odor removal.
- • **Certified Safety & Performance:** Backed by NSF/ANSI Standard 42 & 53 and WQA Gold Seal for trusted purity.
- • **Precision Filtration at 0.5 Microns:** Captures even the tiniest lead particles for pristine water quality.

## Overview

The KX Matrikx 06-250-125-975 is a 10-inch activated carbon filter cartridge designed for residential and commercial water systems. Utilizing NSF-certified coconut shell carbon and ion-exchange media, it effectively reduces soluble and particulate lead, chlorine taste, and odors. With a fine 0.5 µm filtration rating and a capacity exceeding 2,500 gallons at 0.75 GPM, it ensures long-lasting, clean, and safe drinking water. Easy to install with FDA-compliant materials and color-coded fittings, this filter meets rigorous ANSI, NSF, and WQA standards for trusted water purification.

## Description

KX Matrikx 06-250-125-975 Lead, Cyst, Chlorine Taste and Odor Reduction Filter, 10-Inch

## Features

- nsf coconut shell activated carbon
- Made in US
- MATRIKX Pb1 is a powerful, multifunctional filter cartridge for residential and commercial water treatment systems
- 0.5 µm Nominal Filtration
- Color coded molded one-piece gasket and end cap
- Manufactured using FDA-compliant materials
- NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and WQA Gold Seal certified

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Material | Activated Carbon |
| Product Dimensions | 2.5"D x 2.5"W x 10"H |
| Item Weight | 13.6 Ounces |
| External Testing Certification | ANSI, NSF, WQA |
| Product Benefits | Removes Lead |
| Brand | MATRIKX |
| UPC | 688580771680 806294981250 700999874674 182682386730 806294981267 808112757412 718472614273 851905127183 851905127084 808112757405 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | KX Matrikx |
| Part Number | KX-MATRIKX-PB1-10 |
| Item Weight | 13.6 ounces |
| Item model number | KX-MATRIKX-PB1-10 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
| Color | Gray |
| Installation Method | Drop-In |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Temperature Range | 125 Degrees Fahrenheit |
| Flow Rate | 0.75 Gallons Per Minute |
| Capacity Description | >6,000 gallons @ 0.75 GPM - Chlorine Reduction |
| Included Components | filter |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |

## Product Details

- **Material:** Activated Carbon
- **Product Dimensions:** 2.5"D x 2.5"W x 10"H
- **Item Weight:** 13.6 Ounces
- **External Testing Certification:** ANSI, NSF, WQA
- **Product Benefits:** Removes Lead

## Images

![KX Matrikx 06-250-125-975 Lead, Cyst, Chlorine Taste and Odor Reduction Filter, 10-Inch - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51fEnKfj75L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: will this fit 10"x2.5" filter housings.  Need it for a counter top Watts filter system. Say's will take any standard 10"**
A: I measured the OD as 2.68", which means it was too big to fit my Culligan housing which is around 2.65".

**Q: is this the 06-250-125-975?**
A: The 06-250-125-975 has been discontinued for several years, although some suppliers may still have them in their inventory.

The 06-250-10-GREEN is the replacement model, and that's what I've been receiving in my order here since 2017.

I get better and longer lasting results with this replacement model. As with all such sub-micron (nominal) filters, you must first filter larger particulates IF your water is very turbid or has many suspended particulates. A first-stage filter might be an inexpensive 1-5-micron filter.  I have a 3-stage system (30 micron to 5 micron to Matrikx) because our water system has so many particulate sizes.

**Q: where did you find the cotton prefilter**
A: There are a number of pre-filters you can find on amazon.  The idea of the pre-filter is to remove sediment.  This is one you can purchase, but there are more choices on amazon .... https://www.amazon.com/Aquaboon-4-PACK-Micron-Sediment-Standard/dp/B01LYQGQZS/ref=sr_1_28?crid=1S1Y9TRHYEGG5&keywords=10+water+filter+cartridges&qid=1562500446&s=gateway&sprefix=10%22+water+filter%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-28

**Q: New, the water has been coming out white for days now. It is not air; in a container it never dissipates. It tastes terrible. What is this stuff?**
A: White is usually tiny air bubbles. This is normal and should go away after a few days. You could try lowering the flow going through the filter. That usually helps to reduce the bubbles.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Third party replacement filter for Watts WP2BVC/WP2LCV housing
*by R***N on May 22, 2014*

***Note: It's been brought to my attention that the Matrikx CTO Plus should probably be installed first (tap source). Based on the product description, it is designed to deal with turbidity and sediment and has a slightly larger pore size. This is crucial if you're dealing with an untreated water source (e.g. well water). I've updated the review to reflect my current configuration.I'm on typical city-sourced water (with no turbidity/sediment problem). I was looking for a substitute for Watts Premier 560088 Lead, Cyst, VOC Carbon Block Two Stage Replacement Filter Pack that I was using in my Watts WP2BVC under-counter filter system (identical to the Watts 500313 2-Stage Undercounter Lead, Cyst & VOC Reducing Drinking Water System (WP2LCV) system, but uses different filter media for the carbon block).I decided to go with dual carbon block system because I had concerns about finding a sediment filter that didn't introduce additional contaminants, and I don't have a really turbidity/sediment problem. I got the KX Matrikx 01-250-125-975 High Capacity Chemical, Chlorine Taste and Odor Reduction Filter, 10-Inch (Matrikx CTO Plus, purple cap) and the KX Matrikx 06-250-125-975 Lead, Cyst, Chlorine Taste and Odor Reduction Filter, 10-Inch (Matrikx Pb1, grey cap). I flushed the filters in stages: installed the CTO Plus in the front housing (tap source) and flushed for 10 minutes, then installed the PB1 in the second housing (leave the CTO Plus in as well) and flush for another 10 minutes. This was to prevent the second carbon block from being saturated with the flush waste from the first carbon block. The first taste test yielded exactly the results I was expecting: high quality clean water. While impressive out of the gate, I'll have to revisit this review and see how these filters perform in the long run.FYI: If there are problems unscrewing the filter housing (even with a Housing Wrench), the system is probably hydrolocked. In addition to closing the tap source valve, check that the faucet valve is open to let air in. Also, if the O-ring is not replaced, be sure to carefully remove the existing one (I used a small straight-slot screwdriver), and coat it with silicone grease.Update 21-AUG-2015: Changed rating from 4 to 5 stars. It's been well over a year and these filters continue to provide clean water at original pressure. I estimate we use no more than 5 gallons of filtered water a day. While that is less than half the expected life of this configuration, I'm pleased that it's working as advertised.Update 16-AUG-2016: I've decided to replace the filters for good measure. There was no problems with the flow, but I believe the taste was finally starting to be affected. The attached photos show a build up of sludge from two years of use on the tap source filter housing. I cleaned this using a half cup of bleach in hot water, rinsing, then soap and hot water with a paper towel. I will definitely be buying another set of these filters.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Made in India
*by H***N on April 16, 2025*

Made in India, not USA ! Not sure if I want to use, or not.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Do not trust the public water supply
*by R***C on April 18, 2014*

I live in an area where water contamination happens frequently (Northeast PA, Wilkes Barre and vicinity.) Any time a main breaks, you get reverse siphoning which means you get all kinds of crap sucked back into the water system, then it must be flushed out for a day or 2 before it's again safe to drink. And not to mention the documented cases of accidental chlorine poisoning through the public sanitary water supply. I don't always get the news that the water is under a "boil water warning" in a timely manner - so long story short - DO NOT TRUST TAP WATER.For my peace of mind, I prefer to filter the water through a dual-filter system (usually found as an under-counter or countertop setup, using two 10-inch filters.)I use a shower chlorine filter Sprite HO2-WH High Output Shower Filter, White to remove much of the chlorine.I use a dual filter system for drinking water, similar to this set: WMU - Countertop Dual-Stage Water Filtration System then the water gets put through a Pur dispenser PUR 18 Cup Dispenser w/ 1 Filter filter.I use the KX tech PB1 filters on both sides of the dual filter, not needing a larger micron pre-filter where I am located (we live about 200 yards from the water treatment plant, so the water is clean, although very high in chlorine.)If you have more turbid water, you may need a larger micron 1st stage filter, such as the KX Matrikx VOC KX Matrikx 01-250-125-975 High Capacity Chemical, Chlorine Taste and Odor Reduction Filter, 10-Inch then use the KX Matrikx PB1 filter in the 2nd stage to ensure safe water.These are ANSI certified filters. They do the job they advertise - removing pathogens and a large portion of volatile organic chemicals.You can use the same filter until it's basically clogged to the point of reduced water flow - anywhere from 6 months to a year or more, depending on how turbid the input water is. In my case. I dispose of the filters after a year, just to reduce the TDS (total dissolved solids, basically minerals and salts.) The filters are usable well beyond this time, as long as I'm still getting good flow.To my mind, these are worth the money for better tasting and safer drinking water!

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