Hayward Pool Filters: Reliability, Performance, and Value for Every Pool

The Brand Professionals Trust

Hayward has led pool filtration for 90+ years. Their cartridge, sand, and D.E. filters equip millions of residential and commercial pools worldwide. The formula: simple hydraulics, serviceable design, and parts availability that spans decades.

Filter Lineup

Series	Type	Models	Pool Size	Key Features
SwimClear™	Cartridge	C2025, C3030, C4040, C5050, C7070	Up to 45,000 gal	Single-piece tank, easy-lock ring, 150–425 sq ft, 1.5"–2" ports
StarClear™	Cartridge	C1200, C1750, C2000	Up to 30,000 gal	Top-access, budget-friendly, 120–200 sq ft
ProSeries™	Sand	S180T, S210T, S244T, S270T, S310T	Up to 60,000 gal	Top-mount 7-position valve, lateral assembly, 1.5"–2.5" ports
ProSeries™ Plus	Sand	S244T2, S310T2	Up to 70,000 gal	2" plumbing, higher flow, commercial rated
PerFlex™	D.E.	EC30, EC40, EC50, EC65, EC75	Up to 50,000 gal	Flex tubes (no grids), bump handle regeneration, 1.5"–2" ports
ProGrid™	D.E.	DE2420, DE3620, DE4820, DE6020, DE7220	Up to 60,000 gal	Traditional grids, heavy-duty, 1.5"–2.5" ports

Why Hayward Wins

• Hydraulic Efficiency: Low head loss = smaller pump possible = energy savings.
• Serviceability: Cartridge: tool-free ring removal. Sand: top-mount valve, removable laterals. D.E.: bump regeneration (PerFlex) or easy grid access (ProGrid).
• Parts Ubiquity: Every pool store stocks Hayward cartridges, laterals, grids, valves, O-rings. No orphaned equipment.
• Warranty: 1–10 years (tank), 1 year (parts). Extended via authorized dealers.
• NSF/ANSI 50 Certified: Commercial health department compliant.

Sizing & Selection Guide

• Cartridge: Target 0.3–0.35 GPM/sq ft. Oversize 20% for longer cycles. Clean at 8–10 psi rise.
• Sand: 15–20 GPM/sq ft filter area. Backwash at 8–10 psi rise. Use glass media for 30% finer filtration.
• D.E.: 1.5–2.0 GPM/sq ft. Recharge 1 lb D.E. per 10 sq ft after backwash. Best clarity.

Pump Pairing

Hayward pumps (Super Pump®, MaxFlo VS®, TriStar® VS) matched to filter curves:

• Variable-speed (VS) = 70–90% energy savings vs. single-speed.
• Program low RPM for filtration, high for cleaner/backwash.
• Totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC) motors = longevity.

Buying & Support

• Authorized dealers (local & online) = valid warranty, expert sizing.
• Hayward Dealer Locator / website for manuals, exploded views, flow curves.
• Tech support: 1-888-HAYWARD.

A Hayward filter isn't a purchase—it's a 15–20 year partnership. Size it right; maintain it simply.