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Zeobrite Sand Filter Media

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TURNS ANY SAND FILTER INTO A SUPER FILTER!

Zeobrite is an all-natural filter media that provides superior water clarity compared to sand.
Each granule of Zeobrite has countless little nooks and crannies to trap dirt as small as 3 microns (10 times smaller than sand can filter)!
Lowers the operating cost of sand filters. Cuts backwashing up to 50% and saves water, energy, labor and chemicals.
50 lbs. of Zeobrite equals 100 lbs. of sand
Lasts up to 5 years, just as long as traditional silica sand filter media, and when it is finally time for replacement all natural Zeobrite can be mixed into your garden soil, planter boxes or spread over your lawn as a natural soil enhancer!
Compatible with all sand filters.
Economically priced.

NEW! Zeo Filter Cleaner

Cleans and recharges Zeobrite sand filter media!
Quickly removes scale and oils to extend filter cycles and the life of your Zeobrite sand filter media.
Dosage:Up to 24 in. pool sand filter = 1 qt.
30 - 36 in. pool sand filter = 2 qt.

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Item No.

Description

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A6400

Zeobrite 50 lbs.

$49.99

A6410

Zeobrite Pool Filter Cleaner

$28.99

Zeobrite acts as a molecular sieve that catches the smallest irritating ammonia ions and reduces chloramines in the water that cause eye irritation and chlorine odor. Zeobrite sand filter media granules feature a larger surface area and a significantly greater internal porosity than silica sand. Zeobrite sand filter media will significantly enhance the filtration capabilities of your swimming pool sand filter, providing you with remarkably clean water.

Zeobrite sand filter media uses a naturally occurring zeobrite mineral to provide superior filtration results. While silica sand granules feature relatively smooth surfaces and do not have any internal porosity, Zeobrite filter media granules feature microscopic pockets and voids which allow the media to trap fine debris particles, much finer than those trapped by ordinary sand. Commonly used in residential swimming pools, country clubs amusement park pools, public aquariums and filtration plants.

Technical Specifications:

For use in In Ground and Above Ground Sand Filter Systems.

Weighs half as much as sand (filter that requires 200 lb sand uses 100 lbs. of Zeobrite)

When used in a Sand Filter Zeobrite filters particles down to 3 microns.

Comparable to D.E. filtering capability.

Reduces chlorine usage, chlorine odor and irritation of eyes and skin.

Cuts backwashing up to 50%.

Environmentally Safe, All Natural.

Zeobrite is not as smooth as sand, it has more spacing to grab more dirt and particles.

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Troubleshooting:

Did you add half of the amount of the Zeobrite that you would have as the sand?
– Having too much Zeobrite could cause the filter pressure to be low.

When was the last time you changed the Zeobrite?
– If small particles are not getting caught in the Zeobrite, you may need to recharge your current Zeobrite, or change it if it has been 5 years.

– Zeobrite should be regenerated with an eight percent sodium chloride solution or (three pounds of salt in five gallons of water) at least once per season in outdoor pools and perhaps every two to three months in indoor pools, when chloramines (combined chlorine) levels rise to unacceptable levels. Regeneration of the media bed can be performed with rock salt, water softening salt or table salt.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What is Zeobrite?
– Zeobrite Sand Filter Media is a replacement for the sand in your sand filter.

How much do I have to use?
– You only have to use half the amount of the Zeobrite. For example if you filter system takes 100 lbs. of sand you would only have to use 50 lbs. of the Zeobrite.

What is the main advantage of using the Zeobrite?
– The most important element of Zeobrite is that it will filter particles down to 3 microns, which is 10 times smaller than normal silica.

How often do I have to change the Zeobrite?
– The Zeobrite will last up to 5 years.

What type of filter cleaner should I be using?
– You would use the Zeo Filter Cleanser. Item number A6410.

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Overall Rating

4.1 out of 5

17 of 21 (81%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Product Reviews

Top 250 Contributor

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Zeobrite, August 1, 2009
By erdocr2 from Greenwood SC

Pros: Keeps pool sparkling and very clean
Cons: No instructions in box about backwashing

"This is a great product. However, there were no instructions in the box (I bought the unlabeled large box instead of the bags). I changed the sand to zeobrite. Without backwashing (Duh) the next day my pool was super cloudy! I called Zeobrite direct and was told I was suppose to backwash before the first use. The agent was very nice and we had the pool cleared up in a couple of days. Moral of the story: BACKWASH BEFORE USING ZEOBRITE. In the swim had no instructions in the box about backwashing."

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Good purchase, July 25, 2009
By TJ1970 from Illinois

Pros: pool requires less zeobrite than sand
Cons: dusty

"I was going to have to change the sand in my filter anyway, so decided to try Zeobrite. Seems to be doing a good job. Have only had it in the filter for 2 months. Water is clear."

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Love It, July 20, 2009
By opie from Catawissa, PA

Pros: Filters better
Cons: Dusty at first

"Yes, the product is very dusy at first. Backwash a lot before you run water through pool. We didn't quite have all the dust out before running pool, but it cleared QUICKLY. 2 days to sparkling water at startup this year! We use less chemicals and vac and backwash less often than last year as well! I would HIGHLY recommend this product! <3!"

Overall Rating:

3 out of 5

worked better the first time, July 19, 2009
By swimmom from Wisconsin

Cons: cloudy water

"this is the 2nd time we have purchased zeobrite. the 1st time we had no problems, this time I can't get the water clear, despite backwashing and removing all the zeobrite to see if a lateral was cracked. It seems to have a lot of sediment that makes the water cloudy as soon as you enter the pool."

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