Product Description
3M™ DWS160-L Drinking Water Filtration System (56156-01)
The 3M™ Water Filtration Products DWS160-L is a high-performance, single-cartridge system designed to provide superior drinking water quality. Featuring 3M’s revolutionary IMPACT (Integrated Membrane Pre-Activated Carbon Technology), this system combines a pharmaceutical-grade membrane with premium activated carbon. The result is a system that delivers bottled-water quality with exceptional sediment-holding capacity and a long service life.
Advanced Filtration & Lead Protection
- Ultra-Fine Filtration: 0.2-micron nominal rating captures extremely fine particles, including 99.99% of waterborne bacteria and cyst.
- Lead Reduction: Specifically engineered to reduce Lead (Pb) that can leach from old distribution lines, brass fixtures, and lead-lined tanks.
- IMPACT Technology: Dual-zone media construction allows for high flow rates (2.5 gpm) without the pressure drop commonly found in fine-micron filters.
- Chemical Reduction: Effectively removes chlorine taste and odor, improving the appearance and consistency of beverages.
- SQC™ Design: Sanitary Quick Change encapsulated cartridges allow for fast, 1/4-turn change-outs that eliminate the need for cleaning housings or touching the filter media.
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | DWS160-L (5615601) |
| Micron Rating | 0.2 Micron (Nominal) |
| Flow Rate | 2.5 gpm (9.5 lpm) |
| Capacity | 6,000 Gallons (22,712 liters) |
| Dimensions | 16-1/4" H x 4" D |
| Certifications | NSF Standard 42 & 53, FDA CFR-21 Compliant |
| Inlet/Outlet | 3/8" NPT |
View 3M DWS160-L Spec Sheet (PDF) 
