?     Asked on 4/7/2009by Guest

So if I have a sand filter that takes 175# of sand what of your product do I need?
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A  Answered on 4/7/2009 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

If you have a 175 Lb. sand filter then we would suggest 87.5 lbs. of Zeobest (175 / 2) Since the Zeobest is only sold in 25 lb. increments you would need to purchase 100 lbs. You may view the 25 Lb Zeobest here http://www.inyopools.com/Products/01300006001557.htm and the 50 Lb. Zeobest here http://www.inyopools.com/Products/01301202001558.htm
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?     Asked on 1/23/2012by Guest

What is Zeobest? Is it safe?
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A  Answered on 1/23/2012 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Zeobest is a great alternative to regular filter sand. It provides DE like filtration (filters down to 3 microns), it's lighter than sand so you half the amount compared to sand. It can also decrease the frequency of backwashing. Without getting scientifically complex Zeobest comes from zeolites. Zeolites are the deposits of volcanic ash from thousands of years ago. It is NSF approved which means that it meets national health and safety requirements. It's also safe to use in all sand filters.
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?     Asked on 10/23/2014by Inyo Visitor

How do you change the sand in a sand filter?
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A  Answered on 10/24/2014 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

We have a really good guide with video here on How to replace the sand in your swimming pool filter
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?     Asked on 6/29/2015by Inyo Visitor

can you mix silica and zeosand
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A  Answered on 6/29/2015 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi, You can not mix Silica Sand and Zeo Sand together, you will have to use one or the other.
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?     Asked on 3/19/2017by Bernice

How many pounds of sand do I need for a 30,000 gal in ground pool?
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A  Answered on 3/20/2017 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi, Bernice. You will use 1 pound of ZeoSand for every 2 pounds of silica sand required based on the filter specs.
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?     Asked on 4/1/2017by Eddie

Is this sand replacement safe to use in a salt water pool?
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A  Answered on 4/5/2017 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi, Eddie. Yes, this sand is safe to use with a saltwater pool.
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?     Asked on 6/28/2017by Brent

Are the change intervals longer with Zeosand, as compered to regular sand?
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A  Answered on 7/2/2017 by InyoPools Product Specialist Megan C.

Brent, The Zeosand should be replaced as often as regular sand (3-5 years).
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  • Commented on 9/23/2020 by Product Owner

    So u don’t have to replace regular sand or Zeosand for 3-5 years? So if u live in Iowa where you have freezing winters, u can just leave the sand and water in the sand tank? Do you need to add non-toxic antifreeze to it?
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?     Asked on 3/16/2018by Inyo Visitor

Hello, I need to change the media in my pool filter and I want a more efficient product. I've been researching zeosand but have not been able to access the manufacturer's website (ZeoSand | ZEO Inc., zeoinc.com/zeosand/). I've noticed the bag of zeosand on your website is different from the bags of zeosand sold on Amazon. Is it from the same manufacturer? Is it an updated product? I want to make sure I have what I am expecting and not a lesser substitute before purchasing. Thank you.
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A  Answered on 3/16/2018 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi.  Zeo Inc is the leading manufacturer of ZeoSand but they are some substitution on the market. When you purchase this product from us, you will get the genuine product. 
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?     Asked on 7/22/2018by Missy

I have a 22 inch sand filter. Takes 250 lbs of sand. How much of this product would I need
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A  Answered on 7/22/2018 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi, Missy. Your filter will require a 125 lbs of Zeo Sand. 
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?     Asked on 8/9/2018by Dieter

Hallo, I have a SuperFlow PF-50 Sandfilter, how much ZeoSand do I need when replacing existing sand? Thanks, best regards Dieter
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A  Answered on 8/9/2018 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi, Dieter. You will need to add 100 pounds of Zeo Sand to operate the PF-50 Sand filter. 
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?     Asked on 5/28/2019by Brent

I have a Hayward S310S filter. Just want to confirm that I would need 250 lbs of ZeoSand?
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A  Answered on 5/29/2019 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Yes that is correct, you use 50% of what the suggested sand required. Since the S310S suggests 500 Lbs. of sand you will use 250 lbs. of ZeoSand.
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?     Asked on 6/10/2019by Jenifer Andrews

This picture is a picture of my pool filter. I cant find the amount of sand I need to replace the old. Can you tell me? It's a Jandy with serial number B-7004469.

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A  Answered on 6/10/2019 by InyoPools Product Specialist Patrick P.

Hi Jenifer, could you send us a photo of the label on the side of the filter tank and a wide shot of the entire filter? To supply photos simply click the reply link below and upload your photos. Once we get any of this information we can make the proper recommendation.
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?     Asked on 11/20/2019by Sally Duffett

Hello, is there a spec sheet on Zeosand? What is its effective size and uniformity coefficient?
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A  Answered on 11/21/2019 by InyoPools Product Specialist Lennox H.

Hi, Sally. Here is a link to the  Zeo Sand SDS it does not list anything regarding the uniformity coefficient. 
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?     Asked on 5/2/2020by ZeoSand for TA 100D

How many pounds of ZeoSand do I need for a Pentair TA 100D filter?
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A  Answered on 12/9/2020 by InyoPools Product Specialist Hector F.

Hello, for the Pentair Tagelus sand filter model TA100D you will need 300lbs of this zeosand. 
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?     Asked on 11/19/2020by Joe Williams

How long does this material last? How often does it need to be replaced?
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A  Answered on 2/4/2021 by InyoPools Product Specialist Hector F.

Hi Joe, Under normal conditions, ZeoSand will need to be replaced about as often as sand. After filter use, ZeoSand may be added to your garden or potted plants as a soil conditioner. ZeoSand may be discarded as a non hazardous waste
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?     Asked on 7/1/2021by Harry

How much ZeoSand for a Pentair 24" Sand Filter?
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A  Answered on 7/2/2021 by InyoPools Product Specialist Craig C.

Hello Harry.  For filters requiring less than 500 pounds of sand, use a ZeoSand replacement ratio of 1 pound of ZeoSand to replace 2 pounds of sand.  The pounds of sand required for a Pentair 24" sand filter is approximately 300 pounds.  The exact amount is dependant upon the Pentair Model of Sand Filter.  Attached please find a tutorial that will assist in determining the amount of sand required by your Pentair Sand Filter.  22 thoughts on “How Much Sand Does My Swimming Pool Filter ...
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