Active Plus filter cartridge. Polymer cartridge with holders made of biopolymers
Performance overview of the Active Plus water filter cartridge
Filtration diagram of the Active Plus cartridge
Filter cartridge

Active Plus Cartridge

(957)
Replacement cartridge against pollutants and limescale – with germ barrier and bacteria filtration down to 0.7 µm.
  • Easy to install
  • No tools needed
  • Ready to use in seconds
CHF 35.90incl. VAT
In stock · delivery in 1–2 working days
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14-day right of returnin original packaging & unopened

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Active Plus+ drinking water cartridge

With a plus in safety and less limescale

The Active Plus+ filter cartridge made from the BIOTON filter medium reliably removes pollutants, off-flavours and visible impurities from the water. It also filters out a wide range of bacteria and reduces the limescale content by 4–6 °dH using an ion exchanger.

The Active Plus+ offers very similar properties to the Active activated carbon cartridge, but is especially suitable for users who want to benefit from the additional reduction of limescale and bacteria.

Note: The Active Plus+ cartridge is sensitive to drying out and is therefore supplied vacuum-packed. For occasional use, for example when camping, the Active cartridge is the right choice.

Area of application

  • Suitable for drinking water
  • Not suitable for showers
  • Not suitable for camping
With a plus in safety and less limescale
What is filtered?

What is filtered?

Active Plus+ cartridge with Bioton filter material: the activated carbon stage binds odors, chlorine and dissolved pollutants, the ion exchanger reduces limescale by approx. 4–6 °dH – and the fine pores also mechanically retain particles and bacteria.

Chlorine and other off-flavours

Chlorine and other off-flavours

The Bioton cartridge adsorbs unpleasant odours (chlorine, chlorinated hydrocarbons, CFCs and much more) and off-flavours in drinking water.

Limescale – noticeably softer water

Limescale – noticeably softer water

The ion exchanger reduces carbonate hardness by approx. 4–6 °dH – fewer limescale stains on glasses and in the kettle.

Microplastics and other fine particles

Microplastics and other fine particles

The pores of the Bioton cartridge are around 100 times finer than a hair (0.7 µm) – microscopically small plastic particles and other particles are reliably trapped.

Germs and bacteria

Germs and bacteria

The 0.7 µm germ barrier retains germs and bacteria purely mechanically – without chemicals.

Pharmaceutical residues and pesticides

Pharmaceutical residues and pesticides

Organic compounds such as pesticides, herbicides, insecticides and pharmaceutical residues, as well as hormones and hormone-like substances, are reduced.

Heavy metals such as lead and copper

Heavy metals such as lead and copper

The adsorptive effect of the activated carbon binds and reduces heavy metals in drinking water.

Binds odours and pollutants

Thanks to the strong surface forces (adhesion) of BIOTON, unwanted turbidity and odours such as chlorine, but also organic compounds and pollutants, are filtered out of the water. These include pharmaceutical residues, hormones, pesticides/plant protection products, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and many more.

Binds odours and pollutants

Retains microplastics and bacteria

Bioton has pores of only 0.7 µm – around 100 times finer than a human hair. Sand, rust and microplastics are trapped in them, and bacteria are also mechanically retained. Certified germ protection is provided by the Nano cartridge.

Retains microplastics and bacteria

Limescale reduction through ion exchange (softening effect)

In water treatment, softening (limescale reduction) of the water is achieved through the chemical process of “ion exchange”. With the help of cation and anion exchangers, unwanted salts are removed from the water. For example, one calcium molecule is replaced by two sodium molecules.

When the water exits the fine channels, the pressure drops abruptly. In the process, part of the limescale (Ca²⁺) is converted into aragonite. Aragonite has a different structure from limescale and adheres much less to surfaces – which reduces annoying limescale stains.

Limescale reduction through ion exchange (softening effect)

Comparable cartridges

Which cartridge is right for you?

Active Plus+ActiveActive PFASNano
NameActive Plus+ActiveActive PFASNano
Filter typePollutant filterPollutant filterPollutant filterGerm and bacteria filter
Filter materialBioton Coconut activated carbon PFAS-specific Hollow-fibre membrane
Odour, taste, chlorine
Heavy metals
Pesticides, pharmaceutical residues
Microplastics, sediments
Forever chemicals (PFAS)
Germs and bacteria
Limescale reduction
Replacement intervalevery 4 monthsevery 4 monthsevery 4 monthsevery 6 months
Flow rate (at approx. 3 bar)~6 l/min~7 l/min~6 l/min~11 l/min
CHF 35.90 CHF 25.90 CHF 49.90 CHF 59.90
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  • Strong reduction
  • Significant reduction
  • Partial reduction
  • Not filtered

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What's included

  • 1× Alb Filter Active Plus+ filter cartridge

Technical data

Technical data – Active Plus+

Dimensions (H × W)
93 × 48 mm
Weight
95 g
Filter material
Bioton
Filter technology
mechanical, adsorptive, catalytic + ion exchange
Filter type
Pollutant filter with germ barrier down to 0.7 µm
Germ barrier
0.7 µm
Replacement interval
4 months
Capacity
3,000–5,000 l*
Flow rate
approx. 6 l/min**
Water temperature
up to approx. 45 °C

Flow rate

Flow rate at approx. 3 bar water pressure

* Capacity depends on the quality of the incoming water. ** Flow rate at approx. 3 bar water pressure; filter performance depends on the flow speed.

Installation

No tools needed – here's how to change the cartridge depending on the housing type:

  1. Changing Element & Duo cartridges

    1Changing Element & Duo cartridges

    Shut off the water supply → unscrew the cap → twist and pull out the old cartridge → push in the new cartridge → screw the cap back on.

  2. 2Let the water run through

    Slowly open the water supply and let the water run through the filter for a few seconds until it comes out of the draw-off point free of bubbles.

Video instructions and PDFs: Installation help

Frequently asked questions

How much does Active Plus+ reduce limescale?

The ion exchanger typically lowers carbonate hardness by approx. 4–6 °dH – the water becomes noticeably softer, and tea scum and limescale marks are reduced.

Does this cartridge fit my housing?

Yes – all Alb cartridges fit every Alb housing (Element, Duo, Fusion, Mobil, Travel). The shower cartridges (Balance, Shungit) are intended for showering.

How do I dispose of the old cartridge?

With your general waste. Active cartridges consist largely of coconut activated carbon – a renewable raw material.

Does the new cartridge need to be activated?

No. The Active Plus+ does not need to be activated. After inserting it, simply open the water supply slowly and let the water run through the filter until it comes out of the draw-off point free of bubbles.

Customer reviews

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  • Paul Verified buyer Berlin, DE · 3 days ago

    We have much less limescale than before. I also find that water that has been standing for a while still tastes better than unfiltered water.

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    Wir haben viel weniger Kalk als vorher. Ich finde das auch Wasser welches länger steht noch besser schmeckt als ungefiltertes.

  • Achim Verified buyer Dinslaken, DE · 5 days ago

    Reliable, fast delivery, cartridge vacuum-packed, sensible economical packaging. The water tastes very good. No more lugging crates around! Unfortunately a light-coloured layer always forms in the kettle, I didn't have that with the Brita filter, but then the water didn't taste good at all 🤷‍♂️. The Alb system is very good.

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    Zuverlässige, schnelle Lieferung, Kartusche vakuumverpackt, sinnvolle Sparverpackung. Geschmack des Wassers ist sehr gut. Kein Kastenschleppen mehr! Leider bildet sich im Wasserkocher immer eine helle Schicht, das hatte ich bei Britafilter nicht, aber da schmeckte das Wasser gar nicht 🤷‍♂️. Das AlbSystem ist sehr gut.

  • 익명 Verified buyer Berlin, DE · 9 days ago

    So far I'm satisfied. I just find that the lid, due to your water filter exchange, is very tight and not easy to open.

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    Bis jetzt bin ich zufrieden. Nur finde ich ,dass der Deckel durch Ihnnen Wasser Umtausch der Filter sehr fest und nicht einfach geöffnet wird.

  • Anonym Verified buyer Tuttlingen, DE · 11 days ago

    Effective, I'm glad to have the filter with the old water pipes in the house

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    Effektiv, bin froh dass ich den Filter habe bei alten Wasserleitungen im Haus

  • Irina Verified buyer Chalon-sur-Saône, FR · 12 days ago

    The water tastes excellent!

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    Das Wasser schmeckt hervorragend!