Is the 1600 gph sand/saltwater filter that came with the system adequate? It seems like it is barely powerful enough based on the specs?
1068289
It is more than enough. I have never experienced a water conditioning / filtering system that was better. I do almost nothing to the pool and it is pristeen and clean all the time. I wondered if the run time from the spec was enough, but it proved to be more than adaquate. Hope this helps.
1068290
I just started my second season with the pool and the pump/filter. I was completely satisfied with the pump last season, including using it to power a self propelled vacuum. This year I added a solar heater and had to connect an additional 15' of 1-1/2" hose on both the input and outflow hoses - plenty of power and no increase in pump pressure.
1068291
It works fine for the pool, but mine is not strong enough to pull the pool cleaner it pulls it down.
906526
It is an excellent filter and will do a great job for you. I have a 26,500 gallon pool and used a sand filter, the water always looked ok, when I changed to the Hayward DE filter the water looks polished! My installer told me they are his favorite filter. I wish you luck.
2246986
I know nothing about salt water - but I have a 55 gal fresh water setup with a home made undergravel filter - just PVC pipes and the Cobalt Power head. It's been running for a few months now and I have not done anything with the tank or water and it's perfectly clear and the fish seem to be happy. So it works great for my setup.
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.
1579637
I would think one should give you a good current. Remember your filtration system is also creating current. In my 10 gallon reef, I have this and a HOB for a 30 gallon but I was aiming for a higher current flow for my corals like the Xenia. With this powerhead, I can see an extremely slow movement of my sand. I must say extremely slow because I only can see it if I look at my sand at close up. Nothing that would create a sand shift though. Hope this helps.
2036921
Yes, I have an OLD 1 HP pump and the filter still works 100 times better than my old sand filter.
169360
we have an electric tank less that is rated at 4.5 GPM. We have very hard water in this part of MA and also have a well. We have been in this house for 30 years and have had problems with pipes rotting away. When we installed the electric tank less we installed this filter also. We used the heater for a few months and than had the plumber perform the maintenance suggested by the tank less mfg. It was clean as a whistle. Our flow rate is not as high as yours but if you had one in line with each heater - i would think it would work fine. Our heater used 120A for 4.5 GPM - if yours is electric it most use a lot of power! For our use I am very satisfied with the filter and given our water quality situation and how clean the heater was - i would highly recommend this filter. KR in MA
1079196
According to testing it runs about 450 gph. This rating is what you commonly see when you look at a gph rate, but most companies test the product empty. Once you fill it with media and hook up the hoses and stuff you end up with about 200 gph. I set up my tanks with more filtration then a lot of people, so for me, this filter is ideal for a 55 gallon tank, or 75 gallon tank with medium bio-load. I ran two of these and two Emperor 400 filters on my 150 gallon tank with high bio-load and the water was clear. I mention this because the box states it can handle up to a 265 gallon aquarium, which it probably could if the tank was heavily plants and lightly stocked and the filter was cleaned every 2 weeks, which are things that usually don't happen.
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Mario: there are a few things to consider - as there are three Triton II, Model TR-40, TR-50, and TR-60. I purchased a TR-60 that requires (according to Pentair specs), 50 lbs of pea gravel, and 275 lbs of .020 mic of sand. When installing my unit, I called the company, (tech. services). and they said that most people just install the sand and forget about the gravel, that I also did with my old Triton. The total used was 300 lbs., and the distance from the top of the sand and the inside top of the filter should be 10 1/2 inches, that turns out to be a perfect gauge of the height of the 300 lbs of sand. Each Triton model uses a different amount of sand/gravel. Mario: there are a few things to consider - as there are three Triton II, Model TR-40, TR-50, and TR-60. I purchased a TR-60 that requires (according to Pentair specs), 50 lbs of pea gravel, and 275 lbs of .020 mic of sand. When installing my unit, I called the company, (tech. services). and they said that most people just install the sand and forget about the gravel, that I also did with my old Triton. The total used was 300 lbs., and the distance from the top of the sand and the inside top of the filter should be 10 1/2 inches, that turns out to be a perfect gauge of the height of the 300... » Read More Mario: there are a few things to consider - as there are three Triton II, Model TR-40, TR-50, and TR-60. I purchased a TR-60 that requires (according to Pentair specs), 50 lbs of pea gravel, and 275 lbs of .020 mic of sand. When installing my unit, I called the company, (tech. services). and they said that most people just install the sand and forget about the gravel, that I also did with my old Triton. The total used was 300 lbs., and the distance from the top of the sand and the inside top of the filter should be 10 1/2 inches, that turns out to be a perfect gauge of the height of the 300 lbs of sand. Each Triton model uses a different amount of sand/gravel. « Show Less
1014030
I've got a 306 for a 38 gallon, and the flow is way too strong, it moves all the sand and lighter items. I have to set it to half the flow. But I assume that one still benefits from the larger bio-filter.
1777961
I agree with the other comments. Excellent system and in Arizona monsoon season, there's no such thing as too strong a filter system!
1311830
You need the pump set to filter in order to clean the pool; circulation by-passes the filter and recirculates unfiltered water. I find that mine works very well, but I also have the 2650gph pump. A small pump likely won't have the flow capacity.
76517
I have 18 foot round Namco pool above ground. I bought 18 inch haywood S180T92S. This is a real good replacement for my clearwater filter. This sand filter cleans the pool in 4 hours. My pool 8,000 gallons of water. I love my Hayward S180T92S Pro Series pump and filter. I also checked namco pool store. The same pump and filter $750 plus tax at Namco pool store. Amazon shipping and tax in MA $408.
1777962
No, it won't be too powerful! I wondered the same thing when I ordered our filter, but I have been so impressed by it's performance. The water is sparkling clean, the filter runs quietly, and it is easy to maintain. We had a DE filter for years that was ridiculously hard to clean. This one is so easy- just take out the cartridge and spray it with a hose. I wish I had bought this filter years ago.
2254024
I bought the 21 inch top mount sand filter and it took 200 pounds in filter ...also my pool has 5000 gallons of water....I also bought the hayward motor and choloratinor love them all. .they work well together..
370333
I don't know,but not recomended the Intex filters look for a sand filter is better.
283497
Filter that came with our 16x32 wasn't cutting it using either chlorine or non-chlorine products. Don't know anything about saltwater systems, but this pump and filter system works great and I'm back to using chlorine, water is picture perfect clear now.