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| [[Category:Filtration]]{{Knoppen}} | | [[Category:Filtration]]{{Knoppen}} |
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| [[File:Filter_Cartridges_01.jpg|thumb|right|Filter Cartridge]] | | [[File:Filter_Cartridges_01.jpg|thumb|right|Filter Cartridge]] |
| [[File:Filter_Cartridges_02.jpg|thumb|right|Filter Cartridge]] | | [[File:Filter_Cartridges_02.jpg|thumb|right|Filter Cartridge]] |
| A '''filter cartridge''' is a pool filter that uses a porous element (usually synthetic fabric) wrapped around a cylindrical core as a filter medium. This cylinder forms the cartridge, which can be more easily removed or replaced than loose filter media, such as sand. | | A '''filter cartridge''' separates solid particles with a porous element (usually synthetic fabric) wrapped around a cylindrical core as a filter medium. This cylinder forms the cartridge, which can be more easily removed or replaced than loose filter media, such as sand. |
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| ==Types of Cartridge Filters== | | ==Types== |
| There are two main categories of cartridge filters: | | There are two main categories of cartridge filters: |
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| | # '''Surface''' cartridge filters, also called "fabric cartridges," are the most common for use in residential pool and spa installations. Their filter medium is a single layer of synthetic fabric, attached by pleats to a central core, forming a cylindrical shape. Water enters the filter through a baffle system, enabling it to flow evenly over the fabric, which traps small particles. These filters may incorporate a single cartridge, or multiple ones. |
| *'''Surface''' cartridge filters, also called "fabric cartridges," are the most common for use in residential pool and spa installations. Their filter medium is a single layer of synthetic fabric, attached by pleats to a central core, forming a cylindrical shape. Water enters the filter through a baffle system, enabling it to flow evenly over the fabric, which traps small particles. These filters may incorporate a single cartridge, or multiple ones.
| | #'''Depth''' cartridge filters are thicker, and permit filtration at a greater volume. |
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| *'''Depth''' cartridge filters are thicker, and permit filtration at a greater volume.
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| ==Cleaning==
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| Cartridge filters are easier to clean than most other types: the cartridge can simply be removed, hosed off at high pressure, and allowed to dry. To remove oils, the cartridge can be soaked in a mild solution of trisodium phosphate and water (1 pound TSP per 10 gallons of water). Clay, algae, and plant matter can be removed with a stronger version of this same solution. The cartridge should then be soaked in a mild muriatic acid solution (1 part muriatic acid to 20 parts water) to remove any microscopic deposits of organic waste.
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| ==Video== | | ==Video== |
| <youtube>Vdq6ADapVHs</youtube> | | <youtube>Vdq6ADapVHs</youtube> |