Has anyone used this as a filter aid to a sand filter?
84001
I love this! So much better than sand - pool is clearer and doesn't have to run as much.
84002
Yes, I have 2 or 3 times in last couple of years. It is a filtering aid andit is so good you need to watch your pump gauge to to max and back wash. Still keep watching onthe second go round meaning you are not finished backwashing. Hope this helps. It makes mypool sparkle.
1426573
we upgraded to the intex sand filter you would have to look it up but we have no issues with the vacuum it works great and we get good suction using the sand filter. Hope this answers the question for you!
2210903
Used it with my sand filter. No clogging at all. It just didn't fix my leak permanently
1778264
Yes. Now, I did buy a bigger, better sand filter for my pool from pool store...you do NOT need to. We chose to do this because we have a very high iron level in our water and felt like we needed something bigger. We enjoyed our pool so much! Last memorial day we had 6 teenagers and 4 adults in pool and had plenty of room!!! Best buy for outdoor fun ever!
140332
It NOT designed for a filter. Buy one of their Metal Frame sets. They come with a basic filter and have the proper access ports built-in. Once you decide you like the pool you buy and want keep it I'd also upgrade the filter to one of the sand filter units. Unlike the one they provide it will keep you pool clear all summer long for years to come. They also make another like called Ultra Frame where the sides are solid like they used to make them back in the 60's and 70's when filter were still not used.
901813
I use filter floss and filled the bottom with ceramic rings,replacing the gravel.So to your answer, yes...
105468
Yes it works great!!! Just might need to change it more often!!! Excellent filter!!!!
901815
I use filter floss and filled the bottom with ceramic rings,replacing the gravel. So to your answer, yes...
1011709
I would have to say no, because this is a powerful filter, it would for sure suck the stones off the bottom of tank. I've never tried it in 18 or so years I've owned these 350 Marinelands...........maybe someone else out there has tried it.
1557595
I use this as a prefilter of sediment for my water filter / softening system with good results. I never had a prefilter before but hop it extends the life of the rest of the system. I do change the filter each month but the low cost seems worth it.
1136167
If this doesn't work for the 2000, is there a product that does? I am desperate to find a conversion for my new sand filter.
653540
I have personally. I took the very top white filter out, added a layer of charcoal and then regular filter floss and it worked fine.
1520651
Yes. I have the Intex Ultra Frame pool and the sand filter came with everything I needed to hook it up to it without any additional fittings.
2282880
I followed directions and have never had a problem with my sand filter. They are very helpful if you call their 800 number.
1493917
This was for my husband but I dont think it uses filters. The sand is the filter. You "back wash" it once in a while and sand is clean. Never change it.
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
1498219
Yes, but not the pebbles below. You use less filterglass (by weight) than sand - as I recall 20% less.