What's the difference between sand filter and integrated swimming pool filter
But for the integrated swimming pool filter ,it is a compact unit that combines the filter, pump, and often other features into one pre-assembled system.You can use it in the fast installation.
Regarding for the working principle of sand filter，water is pumped from the pool into the top of the filter tank. It then trickles down through the bed of sand. The tiny gaps between the sand grains trap dirt, debris, and other contaminants. The clean water flows out from the bottom and back into the pool.
While for the working principle of integrated swimming pool filter ,water is drawn in by the integrated pump and pushed through a pleated fabric cartridge. The cartridge's surface physically traps debris.
The following form maybe help you understand them well.
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Name |
Sand filter |
Integrated swimming pool filter |
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Design |
A single component |
All-in-one, pre-assembled unit |
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Filtration media |
Silica Sand |
DuPont filter bag and etc |
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Filtration accuracy |
Low, 20~40um |
5~15um or others |
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Maintenance |
Backwashing (uses extra water) |
Hose off the cartridge (water-efficient) |
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Space required |
More |
Less |
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Cost |
Low (sand is cheap) |
Higher |
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Suitable for |
Large pools, high debris areas, commercial use |
Small to medium pools, limited space, crystal clarity |
Therefore ,you can take a see and then choose the suitable pool filter for your swimming pool.
