GLASS FILTER MEDIA – 50LB BAG

$42.95

Vitroclean Glass Filter Media – 50lb Bag

Recycled Glass Filter Media for Sand Filters – used as an alternative to sand

  • Replaces #20 Silica Sand and Improves Filtration from about 40 microns to about 5 microns.
  • DE Quality filtration in a sand filter
  • Lasts 50% longer than silica sand before you need to replace
  • Doesn’t clump or channel
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Description

Instructions:

  1. Determine the amount of media required for your filter based on Vitroclean replacement ratios.
  2. Empty filter and make any needed repairs. Check that laterals in bottom of filter are in good condition
  3. Fill filter half-way with water.
  4. Slowly pour Vitroclean Pebble or pea gravel into filter to cover laterals. Add Vitroclean on top of Pebble/gravel base.
  5. Close filter and backwash until water is clear.

Sand Replacement

Less Vitroclean Glass will be needed than the amount of sand called for in Sand Filters. For replacement recommendations for common filters, see chart below. Note Pebble is recommended for use on some filter models. If you need Pebble for your order, please call Dave’s Pool Store and order the pebble over the phone at 316-943-0717

  • Pentair TA60: 200lbs Glass (4 bags)
  • Pentair TR60: 182lbs Glass (4 bags) + 78lbs Vitroclean Pebble (2 bags) 
  • Pentair TA100/TR100: 336lbs Glass (7 bags) +  144lbs Vitroclean Pebble (3 bags) 
  • Hayward S210S: 120lbs Glass (3 bags)
  • Hayward S210T: 160lbs Glass (4 bags)
  • Hayward S220T: 200lbs Glass (4 bags)
  • Hayward S244S: 200lbs Glass (4 bags)
  • Hayward S244T: 168lbs Glass (4 bags) + 72lbs Vitroclean Pebble (2 bags)
  • Hayward S200: 160lbs Glass (4 bags)
  • Hayward S240: 168lbs Glass (4 bags) + 72lbs Vitroclean Pebble (2 bags)

For other filter models not listed, usually the following formula will be sufficient for calculating how much glass is needed: 40 lbs. of Vitroclean replaces 50 lbs. of sand. Determine the amount of Vitroclean you need by multiplying the amount of sand by 0.80.

Frequency of Replacement

Vitroclean lasts 50% longer than sand. Generally 7 to 10 years.

Quantity of Vitroclean in a Sand Filter

Pea Gravel or Vitroclean Pebble is recommended for all filters using more than 200 lbs. of sand. Use enough pea gravel to cover filter laterals. We recommend using 30% Vitroclean Pebble and 70% Vitroclean for best results.
For example:
300 lb. filter requires 175 lbs of Vitroclean and 75 lbs Vitroclean Pebble or 250 lbs Vitroclean with pea gravel.
500 lb. filter requires 275 lbs Vitroclean and 125 lbs Vitroclean Pebble or 400 lbs Vitroclean with pea gravel.
(Amounts are rounded for convenience.)

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