Understanding your pool’s filtration is key for clean, inviting water. Sand separators have become a preferred method for superior filtering by pool owners. But how do these ingenious systems purify pooled water using sand? Here’s an in-depth look at what sand separators are and how they function.
What Is a Pool Sand Separator?
A pool sand separator filter utilizes layered beds of specifically graded sand to remove particles from water. As water flows through the tightly packed sediment, the sand grains’ rough texture captures debris and prevents it from recirculating. Over time, increasing amounts of dirt and contaminants accumulate in the filter and need regular cleaning.
Sand separators have gained favor for straightforward construction, efficient filtration, affordability and easy maintenance. They come in sizes for any poolscape configuration. Helpful designer touches include mounted gauges, multiport valves and composite housings—delivering value and performance.
How Do Sand Separator Filters Work?
Pool sand separators leverage a brilliantly simple concept that forces water through packed sand layers, filtering by granular size exclusion principles. Here’s the process:
Filtration Cycle
Water pumps through pipes into the separator’s tank to pass through the filtration sand layers. Sand grains grab and trap debris between them as water flows around. Cleansed water then enters bottom collectors, returning to the pool through outlet pipes.
Periodic Backwashing
Eventually, filtered-out contaminants will slow water flow, requiring backwashing to flush trapped dirt from the sand layers and restore full pressure. Water backflows bottom-up to dislodge debris before discharge through waste pipes.
Full Sand Replacement
With time, backwashing cannot fully clean clogged sand. Complete sand replacement then becomes necessary for optimal separation integrity.
Benefits of Sand Separators
Sand separators have compelling advantages as a filtration method, including:
- Cost-Effective Design
- Straightforward Owner Maintenance
- Superior Filtration Down to 25 Microns
- Heavy-Duty, All-Weather Construction
- Convenient Setup and Installation
Bring Crystal Clear Water Home with Sand Separators
At AquaGuard 5000, we offer sand separators to keep backyard pools sparkling all season. Harness simple yet brilliant separation technology for affordable and effective water purification, trapping dirt, oils, lotions, and more. Contact us to discuss sand separators that transform cloudy water. We look forward to outfitting your poolscape for summer fun with the power of sand!
