How many bags of sand does a tr100 take?

How many bags of sand does a tr100 take?

Pentair – Triton II – TR100 Sand Filter

How much sand do I need for a Triton filter?

Check the manufacturer to determine the amount required. This unit (Pentair Triton 2 TR-60) uses 7 50 lb bags of sand – 350 lbs total. You can also purchase our superior to sand Click here for our Sand Alternative. Please click here to view the ZeoSand alternative.

Is zeolite better than sand?

Caring for Your Pool Filter Zeolite definitely filters better than sand, but you can choose whatever works for you. If you find you need to shock your pool regularly to increase the chlorine content, you might want to try switching from sand to zeolite to see if it helps.

How many bags of sand does a sand filter hold?

Filter sand, or silica sand, is specially graded to trap very small particles. This is the type of sand your filter needs in order to properly clean your above ground pool. It is usually sold in 50lb bags and can be found in any pool store.

How much does it cost to change sand in pool filter?

Replacing a pool sand filter can be as cheap as $290, but can also cost as much as $1,000 or more, on average, depending on how big your pool is and what type of sand filter you choose.

What happens when you backwash a sand filter?

Backwashing reverses the flow of water, lifts up and flushes the sand, and then expels the dirty water via a waste line into the ground or drain. In order to prevent residual blow back into the pool, once you’ve finished backwashing it’s highly advisable to rinse the filter.

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.

Can you mix sand and zeolite?

No mix and match.