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WUA500

Carbon Block Filter

Under-sink carbon filtration system with smart faucet
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Enjoy cleaner, better-tasting water with certified carbon filtration.

Navien’s WUA500 carbon block filter delivers high-performance water filtration in a space-saving, under-sink system. With advanced filtration, easy installation, and low-maintenance design, it’s a smarter way to enjoy fresh, great-tasting water without bulky tanks and with less reliance on single-use plastic bottles.

What sets Navien's
WUA500 apart

Clean water, smart features, and zero hassle, thanks to thoughtful details that make the WUA500 stand out.

  • Advanced filtration: removes up to 99% of 37 common and emerging contaminants, including chlorine, lead, mercury, VOCs like benzene, pesticides like atrazine, and even pharmaceuticals such as ibuprofen and DEET.
  • Better taste and odor: improves the flavor and smell of drinking water while preserving beneficial minerals.
  • Smart faucet: dedicated faucet with cartridge replacement alert and filtration indicator light.
  • Battery-powered: runs on AA batteries—no electricity required.
  • Compact under-sink design: fits neatly and delivers continuous flow at 0.5 GPM. Long-lasting cartridges: up to 500 gallons per filter.
  • Tool-free filter replacement: built-in shut-off valve allows fast, easy replacement—no plumber, no shutting off the main water supply.
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on demand whole house water treatment with no downtime

The stylish, chrome faucet with filtration indicator light and cartridge replacement alert.

electro membrane technology removes contaminants from water

Activated carbon removes harmful substances, odors, and other contaminants producing improved, great-tasting water.

whole house water treatment system with self-cleaning setting

NSF‑certified products and accessories, rigorously tested to be free from harmful contaminants.

Better tasting water, built for your kitchen

The WUA500 uses a high-quality compressed carbon block to remove chlorine, organic compounds, and heavy metals, while preserving beneficial minerals. Enjoy water that tastes fresher and smells cleaner.

Small footprint 

This compact tankless filtration system measures 4.8” x 3.4” x 11.1” (roughly the size of a loaf of bread) and mounts neatly under the sink, connecting directly to your cold water line for reliable filtration.

Smart alerts 

Most carbon filter systems don’t tell you when to change the cartridge—ours does.

The stylish chrome faucet uses a color LED and audible alerts to tell you when status is normal (blue), ready for a filter change (red), ready for a battery change (sound notification) or past due for a filter change (red with sound notification).

Intuitive design 

Twist-lock filter with easy-turn handle and built-in shut-off valve ensures clean, dry filter replacements the first time, and every time. 

Built for quick, reliable installation—ideal for professionals and end-users.

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WUA500 Features and Benefits

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vent connections on top of NHB-H boiler

Activated Carbon Block Filter
Removes contaminants like lead, asbestos, chlorine, pharmaceuticals, and more while preserving healthy minerals for taste.

 

dual stainless steel heat exchangers inside NHB-H boiler

Dedicated Smart Faucet
Stylish faucet with integrated color LED and audible alerts for easy filter and battery monitoring.

PCB with built-in boiler zone valve and pump controls

Built-in Automatic Shut-Off Valve
Water stops automatically when
cartridge is removed - no need to turn off the water line.

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user control panel for NHB-H boiler

Dedicated Cold Water Hookup
Connects directly to cold water line using included T-adapter and tubing - no special tools or permanent plumbing modifications required.

negative pressure regulating gas valve in NHB-H boilers

Easy Twist-Lock Filter
Filter attaches with a firm twist, guided by alignment grooves for fast replacement.

 
field gas conversion kit for NHB-H boilers

Built-in Mounting Bracket
Simple to operate, and designed for easy filter replacement.

Eco-friendly
water filtration

With WUA500, you can enjoy cleaner water with less impact on the environment.

No water waste: Every drop is filtered for use.

Long-lasting filters: Each filter provides up to 500 gallons (1,800 liters) of water—about 6 months of typical household use.

Reduced plastic waste: Cut back on disposable bottles.

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WUA500 QuickFacts

Filter cartridge part number
30035169
Filter lifespan
500 gallons (1,800 Liters), 6 months
Flow rate
0.5 GPM (1.89 LPM)
Batteries
AA Alkaline batteries (3 ea) required
Feedwater requirement
Municipal tap water
Feedwater pressure
30–125 psi (207–862 kPa)
Feedwater pH
6.5–8.5
Feedwater temperature
40–100°F (4–38°C) (COLD WATER ONLY)
Relative humidity
≤90% (indoor)
Head & filter
NSF42, NSF53, NSF372, NSF401
Smart faucet
NSF61, NSF372 (certified by IAPMO)
Inlet t-valve
NSF372 (certified by IAPMO)
NSF/ANSI 42 - Aesthetic Effects (2)
Contaminant Influent Challenge Concentration Max. Effluent Concentration Percent Reduction
Chlorine Taste & Odor 2.0 mg/L ≥50% >97.4%
Nominal Particulate Class 1, ≥0.5 to < 1.0 μm At least 10,000 & particles/mL ≥85% 99.9%
NSF/ANSI 53 - Health Effects (18)
Contaminant Influent Challenge Concentration Max. Effluent Concentration Percent Reduction
Atrazine 0.009 mg/L 0.003 mg/L >94.7%
Benzene 0.015 mg/L 0.005 mg/L >96.3%
Cyst* Minimum 50,000 cysts/L 99.95% >99.99%
Lead @ pH 6.5 0.15 mg/L 0.005 mg/L >99.7%
Lead @ pH 8.5 0.15 mg/L 0.005 mg/L >99.6%
Lindane 0.002 mg/L 0.0002 mg/L >99%
Mercury @ pH 6.5 0.006 mg/L 0.002 mg/L 96.2%
Mercury @ pH 8.5 0.006 mg/L 0.002 mg/L 92.2%
Turbidity 11 NTU 0.5 NTU 99%
2,4-D 0.21 mg/L 0.07 mg/L 99.9%
Asbestos 10 to 10 fibers/L 99% >99%
P-dichlorobenzene 0.225 mg/L 0.075 mg/L >99.8%
Carbofuran 0.08 mg/L 0.04 mg/L >98.7%
Chlorobenzene 2 mg/L 0.1 mg/L >99.9%
Endrin 0.006 mg/L 0.002 mg/L >96.8%
Ethylbenzene 2.1 mg/L 0.7 mg/L >99.9%
O-dichlorobenzene 1.8 mg/L 0.6 mg/L >99.8%
Tetrachloroethylene 0.015 mg/L 0.005 mg/L >96.7%
Toxaphene 0.015 mg/L 0.003 mg/L >93%
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene 0.21 mg/L 0.07 mg/L >99.8%
* The values are based on the use of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used with disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.
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All the stated parameters related to the performance of this product are based on results derived from testing under standard laboratory conditions; actual performance may vary.

3.4 x 4.8 x 11.1 in (86.4 x 121.9 x 281.9 mm)

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Limited Warranty Period
Products Parts Non-Registered Parts Registered
WUR Series / WUA Series
(Excludes Cartridge Filter)
1 year 2 years

WUA500 FAQs

Each filter purifies up to 500 gallons (1800 liters) of water. How long it lasts depends on how much water you use, but on average a cartridge lasts around 6 months.

The WUA500 carbon block filter removes organic compounds like pesticides, herbicides, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), all of which can affect the taste and odor of well water.

The WUA500 system is ideal for residential kitchens, office break rooms, coffee and tea prep stations, spas and salons, daycare centers, fitness studios, or anywhere you want continuous access to great-tasting drinking water.

No. The WUA500 improves taste and odor but does not reduce water hardness or prevent scale buildup. Our PeakFlow® and WEC systems are solutions Navien offers to treat hard water.

The system alerts you with both a red and blue LED light and an audible tone when the battery is low. The alert will sound from under the sink, and the indicator light on the faucet will blink red and blue.

If the filter life has expired and hasn’t been replaced, the faucet will emit a red light and a sound notification. Water flow may also decrease. While the system will not shut off when a new filter is needed, it’s important to replace the cartridge promptly to maintain filtration effectiveness.

No. The system must be installed on a cold water line only. Connecting to hot water may damage the filter and compromise performance.

The WUA500 includes everything needed for most standard under-sink setups, but we recommend hiring an authorized installer to protect your warranty coverage.

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