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How many square feet of pool filter do I need?
Sand filters usually have a filter rate about 15 GPM per square foot, DE filters can filter about 2 GPM per square foot, and cartridge filters are capable of about 0.25 GPM per square foot. For example, if you needed 22 GPM and you wanted a DE filter, you would need a filter size of at least 11 square feet.
How long do Hayward pool cartridges last?
Pool filter cartridges can run for about 2,000 hours in a filter pump and should be replaced every 1-2 years. Note that the filter cartridge will not last as long due to sunscreen, deodorants, hair care products, and other chemicals that come into contact with your pool water.
How do you size a sand filter for a pool?
Multiply the average depth by the surface area to find the total volume. Or, wrap it all into one formula: L x W x D = V. This is the volume of your pool. If your pool is “L” shaped then break it into two (or more) rectangles and calculate the volume of each, then add the volume together.
What does sq ft mean for pool filter?
The “filter area” is the surface area of the filter medium. It is measured in square feet. The “filter rate” is the number of gallons of water that flows through one square foot of effective filter medium per minute during the operation of the circulation system.
Can my pool pump be too big?
Sizing the Pump for Your Swimming Pool You might think bigger is better in terms of pump size, but a pump that is too big can cause serious problems. In the example above, the pool’s average depth is 8 feet. Now use the formulas below to determine the volume of water in your pool.
How long should a pool filter pump last?
eight to 12 years
On average, pool pumps last eight to 12 years before needing replacement. Over time, it’s normal for pool parts to begin to wear down. In addition, swimming pool technology has come a long way in the last decade.
What happens if your pool pump is too small?
If your pool filter is too small for the pump, there will be additional strain on the pump motor as it tries to push water through and encounters resistance at the filter. This will eventually burn out the pump motor and your filtration will also be compromised.
Why choose the Hayward starclear plus cartridge filter?
The Hayward StarClear Plus 120 Sq. Ft. Pool Filter offers superior quality, value and convenience in cartridge filtration.
How do I know if my Hayward filter fits my model?
Make sure this fits by entering your model number. ROBUST DESIGN: The Hayward StarClear Plus 120 sq. ft. pool filter features an extra-large single-element cartridge for additional durability and maximum water flow WON’T CORRODE: Single-piece injection molding for base and body provides added strength for reliable, corrosion-free performance
What is starclear plus?
Made with a durable, glass-reinforced copolymer construction, StarClear Plus can handle the most demanding in-ground pool and spa applications and environmental conditions—and its precision-engineered core provides extra strength and maximum flow, too.
Why choose Hayward pools?
For over 80-years, Hayward has been helping pool owners enjoy the pleasures of pool ownership by manufacturing cutting edge, technologically advanced pool equipment worldwide. Our goal is that at the end of the day, your only concern is to turn your equipment on and off. . .