The Ultimate Guide to Waterstar Sand Filters: Top Mount vs. Side Mount
Filtration: The Heart of Water Clarity
Your filter is the most important piece of equipment for maintaining crystal-clear pool water. Waterstar's Filament Wound Sand Filters are manufactured using advanced winding technology that creates a seamless, incredibly strong vessel.
Filament Winding: Why It Matters
Unlike blow-molded or injection-molded filters, Waterstar's filament wound construction offers:
- Superior pressure rating: Handles up to 4 bar working pressure
- UV resistance: Won't degrade under harsh sunlight
- Chemical resistance: Impervious to pool chemicals
- Lightweight yet strong: Easy to install without sacrificing durability
Top Mount Filters
Waterstar's top mount range (T-series) is ideal for:
- Residential pools with limited equipment space
- Installations requiring a compact footprint
- Projects where the multiport valve needs to be easily accessible
Available sizes: 16", 20", 24", 28", 30", and 36"
Side Mount Filters
Our side mount range (S-series) excels in:
- Commercial installations with high flow demands
- Pools requiring easy sand replacement access
- Battery installations where multiple filters operate in parallel
Available sizes: 30", 36", 42", and 48"
Pairing with Waterstar Pumps
For residential pools, match a Waterstar Super Star pump with a T-series filter. For commercial projects, pair the Waterstar Hyper Flow with S-series filters. Our Pool Calculator automates this selection.
Maintenance Tips
- Backwash when pressure rises 8-10 PSI above clean baseline
- Replace sand every 5-7 years
- Inspect the multiport valve O-rings annually
- Use Waterstar-approved filter media for optimal results