Purchasing a 18x48 intex pool and I want to use the saltwater system. Do I use the pump that comes with it with the saltwater system, or do I buy a sand filter pump along with the saltwater system?... » Purchasing a 18x48 intex pool and I want to use the saltwater system. Do I use the pump that comes with it with the saltwater system, or do I buy a sand filter pump along with the saltwater... » Read More Purchasing a 18x48 intex pool and I want to use the saltwater system. Do I use the pump that comes with it with the saltwater system, or do I buy a sand filter pump along with the saltwater system?... » « Show Less
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The pump that comes with it is not very strong, we use an Intex 2500 gph pump and it works great with the saltwater system.
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I bought the sand filter pump and couldn't be happier. Plenty of strength and no more filter cartridges to buy/change/clean
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Look here Brenda for some ideas http://www.intexcorp.com/index.php/home/above-ground-pools/easy-set-pools/18-549cm-easy-set-pools-w-ss/57928eg.htmlon the saltwater system you will need.
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When we purchased the pool it came with its stock filter pump. As an extra we purchased the stand alone saltwater system and connected the two in series. I would assume a combo pump/saltwater system is all you'd need to do the job, assuming the pump has some form of filtering system built into it. You should make sure the pump in the combo system is at least as powerful as the standard pump that comes with the 18' x 48" pool, as water flow strength is critically important for the saltwater system to operate (a water flow that's too weak will shut down the saltwater system and post an alarm). An Intex representative should be able to answer that question for you. When we purchased the pool it came with its stock filter pump. As an extra we purchased the stand alone saltwater system and connected the two in series. I would assume a combo pump/saltwater system is all you'd need to do the job, assuming the pump has some form of filtering system built into it. You should make sure the pump in the combo system is at least as powerful as the standard pump that comes with the 18' x 48" pool, as water flow strength is critically important for the saltwater system to operate (a water flow that's too weak will shut down the saltwater system and post an... » Read More When we purchased the pool it came with its stock filter pump. As an extra we purchased the stand alone saltwater system and connected the two in series. I would assume a combo pump/saltwater system is all you'd need to do the job, assuming the pump has some form of filtering system built into it. You should make sure the pump in the combo system is at least as powerful as the standard pump that comes with the 18' x 48" pool, as water flow strength is critically important for the saltwater system to operate (a water flow that's too weak will shut down the saltwater system and post an alarm). An Intex representative should be able to answer that question for you. « Show Less
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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...
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Since you have an 18 X 48 you will need to use the adapters and fittings with your original pool, they do include adapters and fittings with this pump but it is for the much smaller pools. Mine was a 16 X 48 and we used our original fittings, the intex sand filter eliminates lots of work in keep pool up keep. Good Luck!
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You can do saltwater in this pool but it requires a special pump that has to be ordered seperately. The pump that comes with with pool is only for clorinated water and will not work with salt water. You can contact Intex.com directly to order a salt water pump but they are not cheap! These pools get leaks and after a couple of years the liners have to be replaced and they cost about $200 and you can't get the liner from any other pool supplier but Intex. They have made sure of that so they control the pricing. So if the liner lasted longer I would invest in a saltwater pump however....I am not sure it is worth it to do. You will have a lower maintenance pool and much cleaner healthier water. You can do saltwater in this pool but it requires a special pump that has to be ordered seperately. The pump that comes with with pool is only for clorinated water and will not work with salt water. You can contact Intex.com directly to order a salt water pump but they are not cheap! These pools get leaks and after a couple of years the liners have to be replaced and they cost about $200 and you can't get the liner from any other pool supplier but Intex. They have made sure of that so they control the pricing. So if the liner lasted longer I would invest in a saltwater pump however....I am... » Read More You can do saltwater in this pool but it requires a special pump that has to be ordered seperately. The pump that comes with with pool is only for clorinated water and will not work with salt water. You can contact Intex.com directly to order a salt water pump but they are not cheap! These pools get leaks and after a couple of years the liners have to be replaced and they cost about $200 and you can't get the liner from any other pool supplier but Intex. They have made sure of that so they control the pricing. So if the liner lasted longer I would invest in a saltwater pump however....I am not sure it is worth it to do. You will have a lower maintenance pool and much cleaner healthier water. « Show Less
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what saltwater system to purchase for a 30 x 54 23,000 gallon above ground pool trying to convert from chlorine to saltwater.
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I have an Intex air pump. It is very easy to use! I wouldn't have a pool this size without it. Also, I tried buying a different brand pool and using my Intex pump and that didn't work. Buying the same brand means they work together.
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I don't think you want to use 2 pumps at the same time. use one or the other but not both. a sand filter is a better filter in my opinion but the salt water system is much easier to maintain. you might try and return the saltwater pump for one that has a sand filter.
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I am using with the same size pool but I upgraded to a sand filter pool pump. now I spend more time swimming in the pool than maintaining
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No you will not need this if you have the Intex pool. This item is for SE pools that have a skimmer hanging outside the pool. so dont buy this. I have a SE pro serise pool and bought a same filter system like yours to replace the cheapie pump that came with the pool and this is exactly what i need. Fyi this 16" pump takes 150lb of sand and just enough to filled to the right level hope this helps
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I can help you with the question. I actually got confused when ordering this pool and got the pool with everything included, AND the salt system. I was wrong. This pool already comes with the salt system and it works great!. Basically, you just need to order this pool and it will come with everything you need, including the salt water system and cleaning kit. So far my kids love the pool and it is structurally very stable. I had to put 210 lbs of pure salt and I only had to pay about 65 dollars and that's it! I will probably need to spend around 11 dollars every 2 months or so to keep the salt levels ok. The water does not taste salty at all, it is a great system! I can help you with the question. I actually got confused when ordering this pool and got the pool with everything included, AND the salt system. I was wrong. This pool already comes with the salt system and it works great!. Basically, you just need to order this pool and it will come with everything you need, including the salt water system and cleaning kit. So far my kids love the pool and it is structurally very stable. I had to put 210 lbs of pure salt and I only had to pay about 65 dollars and that's it! I will probably need to spend around 11 dollars every 2 months or so to keep the... » Read More I can help you with the question. I actually got confused when ordering this pool and got the pool with everything included, AND the salt system. I was wrong. This pool already comes with the salt system and it works great!. Basically, you just need to order this pool and it will come with everything you need, including the salt water system and cleaning kit. So far my kids love the pool and it is structurally very stable. I had to put 210 lbs of pure salt and I only had to pay about 65 dollars and that's it! I will probably need to spend around 11 dollars every 2 months or so to keep the salt levels ok. The water does not taste salty at all, it is a great system! « Show Less
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You just use the hoses that are supplied with the pump if you bought pump seperate from salt water system you will need extra hoses purchased and probably a hose reducer for the outlet on the pool depending on size of pool, pump is installed first then the salt water system last
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Probably not, simply because of the timer that controls both the saltwater system and the filter at the same time. Before getting this pool we had a separate salt system and used the sand filter, but since this came with the all-in-one system we decided to try it. We haven't had any problems with the cartridge filter and haven't had to change the cartridge all summer. It has been a lot easier than trying to use the two systems.
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I am not sure about a saltwater pump. I know a lot of the debri goes into the vac's filter. I have just the pump that came with the pool. You may want to call Intex.
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I can help you with the question. I actually got confused when ordering this pool and got the pool with everything included, AND the salt system. I was wrong. This pool already comes with the salt system and it works great!. Basically, you just need to order this pool and it will come with everything you need, including the salt water system and cleaning kit. So far my kids love the pool and it is structurally very stable. I had to put 210 lbs of pure salt and I only had to pay about 65 dollars and that's it! I will probably need to spend around 11 dollars every 2 months or so to keep the salt levels ok. The water does not taste salty at all, it is a great system!
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This is system is an all in one. It has the filter pump attached to the saltwater system. Yes this pump will be big enough for ur pool. Ours Is a 20x4ft and it works perfectly on ours
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James, I have an Intex pool and used this pump, filter along with my regular pump, filter that came with my pool. I used PVC to create a intake and output to and from the pool. I have no prior PVC experience, and was able to get some pointers from my local Lowes store. I found it was very easy to assemble and my pool water looks great! I have also saved money on chemicals. As for attaching the pump to your side mount system, I think the suction would be too much and probably damage your pool.
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Yes, mine came with a salt water sand filter. This filter works great! We have no trouble keeping the water crystal clear! This is an excellent pool!