The EWS SS-2.5 Max Flow (often branded “Max Flow”) is a powerful under-sink drinking water filter engineered to deliver filtered water at the speed of your faucet, with no storage tank or waste. Ready in ~10 minutes, it’s ideal for kitchens, wet bars, or any point-of-use location needing high-capacity filtration.
Key Benefits & Features
- High flow, no compromise — up to 2.5 gallons per minute, matching typical faucet speeds.
- No tank, no water waste — filters on demand with zero wasted water.
- Advanced filtration media — proprietary 100% extruded carbon block (no binders, fillers, or metal resins). Removes or reduces chlorine, chloramine, lead, VOCs, THMs, cysts, PFAS, pharmaceutical residues, dyes, fuels, and more.
- Easy, fast installation — installs directly to your faucet or under your sink in ~10 minutes, no drilling required.
- Long filter life — rated for ~10,000 gallons or annual replacement (do not exceed 1 year).
- Compact & safe — 16″ tall × 4″ diameter (allow ~4″ clearance for servicing), weighs ~6 lbs.
- Made in the USA & certified safe — meets or exceeds all applicable standards.
Technical Specifications
| Model # | SS-2.5 (Max Flow) |
| Flow Rate | Up to 2.5 GPM (9.46 LPM) |
| Media Type | 100% extruded carbon block, full-bed depth |
| Filter Life | ~10,000 gallons or 1 year (whichever comes first) |
| Operating Pressure | 40 psi min – 75 psi max (for warranty) |
| Temperature Range | 40°F to 100°F (4.4°C to 37.8°C) |
| Dimensions | 16″ H × 4″ Ø (allow ~4″ clearance) |
| Weight | ~6 lbs |
| Replacement Filter | F.SET.SS-2.5 |
*Performance depends on local water quality and usage.
Installation & Usage Notes
- Install on cold water only. Do not connect to hot water.
- System comes fully assembled — no separate dispenser required.
- Flush new filter for ~3 minutes before first use to clear carbon fines.
- Replace filter annually or after 10,000 gallons, whichever comes first.
- Not for microbiologically unsafe water unless paired with UV or other disinfection. Well water should be tested and pre-treated as required.
What’s Included
- SS-2.5 Max Flow filtration unit (housing + filter cartridge)
- Mounting bracket, screws, tubing & fittings
- Instructions & installation guide