What kind of sand do you use in a Hayward pool filter?
The most commonly used pool filter sand is #20 silica sand. It comes from ground quartz, which creates sharp silica grains with jagged edges excellent for trapping particulates from passing water. Silica sand is mined, not manufactured.
How much sand do I need for Hayward W3S166T1580S?
The W3S166T1580S uses 100 lbs of #20 Silica Sand and has a max flow rate of 30 GPM. The W3S166T1580S comes with a 6 position multiport valve.
What can I use instead of sand in my pool filter?
Polyballs, or polyester balls, are used in place of sand to filter your dirty pool water. Much like ZeoSand and filter glass, the number of polyballs you use with your filter is considerably lower than the amount of sand. Think about it, 1 lb of polyballs is equivalent to 75 punds of #20 silica sand.
What do I need for a Hayward above ground pool pump?
Make sure this fits by entering your model number. INCLUDES: The Hayward ProSeries 18 In. Above-Ground Pool Filter System includes an 18 in. polymeric tank, a 7-position filter control valve, a 1 HP PowerFlo Matrix pool pump, a one-piece deluxe base and a 1 1⁄2″ hose package
Is there a Hayward filter for a backwash pump?
The Hayward filter/valve also made it very easy to connect a vacuum and either pump it out the backwash hose or run it through the filter (depending on if the particles I was vacuuming would be caught by the filter). There were no such options with the included Intex pump.
How does the Hayward above ground pool filter work?
The Hayward ProSeries 18 In. Above-Ground Pool Filter System is designed to pair effortlessly with an above-ground pump to maximize filtration and deliver clearer water than ever before. It utilizes an umbrella-fold self-cleaning lateral system to provide efficient flow and evenly distributed water for long-lasting performance.
How does a Pro Series sand filter work?
Pro-Series filters are performance matched with our above-ground pump series to ensure a system that maximizes its filtration ability. They utilize a precision engineered umbrella-fold self-cleaning lateral system to provide efficient flow and evenly distributed water.
