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Above Ground Pool Filters

Above Ground Pool Filters are the backbone to making sure above ground pools keep their water clean, clear and pristine. There are three types of water filters and all of our above ground pool Filters are priced at or BELOW Wholesale Pricing. Choosing a quality above ground pool filter is vitally important to ensuring your above ground pool's water remains sparkling clear. Please follow the links below Quick Information on choosing the proper above ground pool filter for your pool. Should you need further assistance on selecting the proper above ground pool filter for your pool, please Call the Pro's Toll-Free at 888-352-7582.
Hayward Above Ground Pool Filters
Hayward Pro Series Sand Filter | 16" Top Mount With Valve | W3S166T
Hayward Pro Series Sand Filter | Top Mount Valve
Hayward Pro Series Sand Filter System with Power-Flo LX Pump | 1.40 Sq. Ft. Filter 1HP Pump | W3S166T1580S
Hayward Pro Series Sand Filter System with Power-Flo LX Pump
Hayward Perflex Modular Above Ground Pool D.E. Filter with Clamp | 20 SqFt | W3EC40AC | 52845
Hayward Perflex Modular Above Ground Pool D.E. Filter with Clamp
Hayward Perflex Extended Cycle D.E. Filter | 68 GPM | 34 Sq. Ft. | W3EC65A
Hayward Perflex Extended Cycle D.E. Filter
Hayward Star Clear Above Ground Pool Filter Cartridge | 50 sq. ft. | W3C500
Hayward Star Clear Above Ground Pool Filter Cartridge
Comtempra Embassy / Doughboy Cartridge Filter
Comtempra 60 Sq Ft Embassy / Doughboy Cartridge Filter | 5-1802-013
Comtempra 60 Sq Ft Embassy / Doughboy Cartridge Filter

Understanding how above ground pool filters work is pretty simple by understanding the method in which the above ground pool filters process the water and the flow characteristics of each filtration method.

Type of Filter Filtration Method
Sand Filters

Sand is the oldest and most popular method of filtration for swimming pools and spas.  Water flows from top to bottom during normal filtration cycles and use an lateral system in the bottom of the filter to return water back to the pool or spa.

Sand filters generally use #20 silica sand which is approximately .40 to .55 mm.  As water passes from the top of the filter to the bottom particles of dirt and debris collect on top of and in the sand bed. The filter does need to be cleaned on a normal basis by simply reversing the water flow through the sand. This is usually achieved with a multi-port valve on top of or on the side of the filter.

Cartridge Filters

Cartridge filtration is BETTER filtration than sand and provides roughly twice as file filtration than that of sand. When water passes through a cartridge filter, the dirt particles are screened out. It is important to clean the cartridges on a normal basis as accumulation of dirt on the outside of the cartridge can drastically effect the efficiency and effectiveness of the filter.

Generally, for cleaning the cartridge is removed, soaked in Tri-Sodium-Phosphate then sprayed off with a hose.

Diatomacous Earth Filters (D.E.)

Diatomaceous Earth (D.E.) is the BEST water filtration method available for swimming pools today. Which means it removes even smaller particles than the sand and cartridge methods. Diatomaceous earth is a porous powder with microscopic openings, that when magnified looks like tiny sponges. Clean, Clear water can pass through the openings but any water with small particles ranging from 1 - 3 microns become lodged in the diatomaceous earth particles.

All D.E. filters use internal elements to give the powder something to adhere to. Follow the manufacturers instructions for pre-coating a D.E. filter with diatomaceous powder. This is generally done by adding the powder through the skimmer with the filter system circulating.

For more information about swimming pool sand filters please contact Pro Pools at 888-352-7582.

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