how much sand does the filter need?
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Go to your local pool supply and purchase 150 lbs of sand. It's 3 50 lb bags. There a couple of different grades of sand. Make sure you tell them the make and model # of your filter and they will supply you with the appropriate sand. Hope this answers your question.
935671
One standard bag of silica sand is what i use. Fills it about half way. I never had to change the sand during the season because it is a big enough filter for my 4 x 24 pool.
2181882
Not really sure about your model but mine is an older sand filter and it fit perfectly...Might be worth a try
1750632
Yes, that is correct so you only need 1/2 the amount of what you would if using normal sand.
370333
I don't know,but not recomended the Intex filters look for a sand filter is better.
439557
meaure the disposable filter you have in the unit. That will be the size you need.
1808062
Nope, its all in one. Will need to buy sand and salt. Roughly 60lbs of sand for the filter portion.
692049
Bought the filter for sanding project- haven't started project or used filter yet.
2284142
Yes, you need a filter system (either sand or the paper cartridge type)...the pump pushes the water through the filter. I have the saltwater with the sand pump...I LOVE IT...
2282876
I have a sand filter. Never had any clogging with the product. Love this stuff!!
956048
Hi Ronald you should at least filter 60 gals. of water.Filtration capacity will vary depending on quality of source water.
609062
For my 18' x 52" I put 180bs of salt. ... the filter takes 125lbs of silica sand (pool filter sand)
914281
4. It has more than twice the life...it is supposed to filter better....I like the way it works but I think it about the same as sand....just will last longer
674108
This requires a multifaceted answer. First of all, how large is the sediment your well draws in? These filters are available in several different screen or mesh filter sizes. If it is sandy, you need to compare the size of the sand to the micron size of the filter element. I'd say this is the most important research that you need to do. Next I'd ask how much sand gets drawn in say daily, then over the course of a week. Thus could be determined by how much sand is in your toilet tanks, (when you take the lid off and look inside); then how often do you clean the screens on the washer? Lastly, do you see sand in the faucet arreaters? If the answer is a great deal to any of the above questions, I would advise you to get a filter which is one pipe size larger then then waterline coming from your pressure pump/ inlet to your house. This will allow a longer time between flushing intervals of the filter. I have used them in this application in the past, with great results for our customers. If it is installed correctly, the drain on the bottom would be run to the outside,or a nearby drain. Be sure to install a union on the drain line to allow for occasional disassembly. When the filter shows signs of being clogged- sediment in the bottom, color in the screen; then you flush it out for 1-2 minutes, until clear. I hope this helps you. I am a plumber in northern Arizona, and would recommend this item.
317783
I have used this sand filter on an eighteen foot by forty eight inch Intex pool for the last six years. You need to change the sand each spring.
2282877
Luckily I've never had that problem with my D.E. filter. Instructions state not to use more than 48 oz at a time. I also never had the need to bump the filter but clean the filter before use of product because you'll want to avoid bumping for at least the first 2 days... then you can bump. Do not know about sand or cartridge filters.
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Thanks for your interest. The media is used inside many canister type filters. The best way to determine the amount used is to calculate the cubic feet of the sand inside your filter. The equal cubic feet of the tube media will be much lighter but I dont know how much to suggest without knowing the area.
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The filter will take about 100 - 120 pounds of sand. The salt will depend on the size of your pool. The instructions with the unit will tell you exactly what is needed. Very easy system to set up. If you have a small pool you will need the Intex 1-1/2" to 1-1/4"hose adapters.