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PTL18P4 spa filter equivalents
Part number PTL18P4 appears in 1 cross-reference row below. Each row lists the OEM, Unicel and Pleatco numbers that the source documents treat as interchangeable, plus the cartridge size so you can confirm against your old filter.
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Saratoga Spas 4CH-21 cartridge (OEM 20245-238), 4-5/8" (117 mm) × 8" (203 mm), 19 sq ft. Unicel 4CH-21, Pleatco PTL18P4.
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| OEM | 20245-238 |
|---|---|
| Unicel | 4CH-21 |
| Pleatco | PTL18P4 |
| Filbur | FC-0121 |
| Size | 4-5/8" (117 mm) × 8" (203 mm), 19 sq ft |
Sources
- Unicel 2026 Replacement Guide: Saratoga list PDF p.55: 20245-238 = 4CH-21, 4-5/8" x 8", 19 sq ft. Spec table PDF p.7: 158 pleats, 19 sq ft. Price index PDF p.88: 19 sq ft. (PDF)
- Pleatco 2023 Catalog: Spec table PDF p.31: PTL18P4, OEM 20245-238, 18 sq ft. Cross-reference PDF p.47: 4CH-21 = PTL18P4. (PDF)
- Filbur Catalog & Reference Guide: Saratoga section PDF p.25: FC-0121, 4CH-21, 19 sq ft (PDF)
Not in sources: Area 19 (Unicel, Filbur) vs 18 (Pleatco). Length agrees at 8"..
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