{"product_id":"hayward-perflex-27-sqft-modular-de-filter-ec65a","title":"Hayward Perflex® 27 Sq Ft Modular D.E. Filter","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.product-tabs__tab-content *,\n.rte *,\n.product-description *,\n.tabs-content * {\n  border-left: none !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n}\n.product-tabs__tab-content details,\n.rte details,\n.product-description details,\n.tabs-content details {\n  border-left: none !important;\n  border-right: none !important;\n  border-top: none !important;\n}\n.product-tabs__tab-content summary,\n.rte summary,\n.product-description summary,\n.tabs-content summary {\n  border: none !important;\n  outline: none !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cf-product\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"cf-trust-strip\" style=\"display:flex; flex-wrap:wrap; gap:16px; justify-content:space-around; padding:16px; background:#f7f9fb; border-radius:8px; margin-bottom:24px; text-align:center; font-size:13px; color:#1a2b3b;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Authorized Dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Expert Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:17px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHayward Perflex® 27 Sq Ft Modular D.E. Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers crystal-clear, sparkling water through a uniquely efficient design — and unlike traditional D.E. filters, it requires no backwashing. The patented Flex-Tube™ design reuses the D.E. media and dirt mixture, extending filter cleaning cycles dramatically. Just \"bump\" the handle to instantly clean all 120 Flex-Tubes and form a fresh filtering surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty injection-molded polymer tank with self-venting design, integral check valve to prevent backflow, combination pressure gauge and service port, and a mixing chamber engineered for uniform D.E. recoating. Rated for 67 GPM. Green certified. Backed by a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr)); gap:20px; margin-top:16px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eNo Backwashing Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eUnique D.E. filter design eliminates backwashing entirely — saving water while maintaining D.E.-quality filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eBump Handle Cleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eSimply bump the handle to instantly and uniformly clean all 120 Flex-Tubes — forming a fresh D.E. filtering surface in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003ePatented Flex-Tube™ Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003e120 Dacron Flex-Tubes efficiently reuse the D.E. and dirt mixture rather than discarding it — extended cycles between full cleanings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eD.E.-Level Water Clarity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eDiatomaceous earth filtration media provides the finest filtration available — crystal-clear water at an economical price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eSelf-Venting Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAutomatically expels air from the system as filtered water returns to the pool — no manual air relief needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eIntegral Check Valve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAutomatically prevents system backflow whenever the pump is off — protects the filter and plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eMixing Chamber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eEngineered for uniform, high-velocity mixing of D.E. and dirt for consistent recoating of Flex-Tubes after bumping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eCombination Pressure Gauge and Service Port\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eEasy-to-read pressure gauge with threaded inspection and service port for convenient maintenance access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Injection-Molded Tank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:14px; line-height:1.5;\"\u003eHigh-strength polymer construction — dependable, corrosion-free performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"font-size:15px; line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIn-ground pool owners who want D.E. water clarity without the water waste of backwashing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants the simplest possible D.E. maintenance — just bump the handle rather than full grid teardowns\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePools in the smaller size range where 27 sq ft \/ 67 GPM is the right sizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward system users who want the Perflex's proven extended-cycle design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px; margin-top:20px;\"\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-bottom:16px; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea; width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration Area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e27 sq ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Flow Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e67 GPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e120 Dacron Flex-Tubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eD.E. (Extended-Cycle, No Backwash)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eTank\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-bottom:16px; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea; width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eInjection-Molded High-Strength Polymer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px; margin-top:20px;\"\u003ePhysical\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-bottom:16px; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea; width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e45 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e19.4 × 17.4 × 31.9 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eApprovals \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-bottom:16px; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea; width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eIn-Ground Pool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Efficient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eYes (Green Certified)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; background:#fafafa; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e2 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"font-size:15px; line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHayward Perflex EC65A Filter with 120 Dacron Flex-Tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBump Handle Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUser Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px; color:#666; margin-top:8px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Diatomaceous earth (D.E. powder) is not included and must be purchased separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Hayward Perflex 27 sq ft D.E. Filter comes with a 2-year manufacturer warranty. Clearflow Pool Supply is an authorized Hayward dealer and will assist with any warranty service needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"font-size:15px; line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poolimages.azureedge.net\/insite\/Product\/Documents\/HA\/Y-\/05\/HAY-05-127-bro.pdf\"\u003eProduct Brochure (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px; font-size:24px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; font-size:15px; border:none;\"\u003eWhat makes the Perflex different from a standard D.E. filter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eA traditional D.E. filter uses flat or curved grids that must be backwashed to clean — wasting water and D.E. — and periodically torn down for thorough cleaning. The Perflex uses 120 Dacron Flex-Tubes and a bump handle: bumping the handle causes the tubes to flex and shed the D.E.\/dirt cake, which then falls to a mixing chamber and recoats the tubes with a fresh filtering surface. No backwashing, no water waste, and less frequent full teardowns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; font-size:15px; border:none;\"\u003eHow often does the Perflex need to be bumped?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eBump the handle when the pressure gauge reads 8–10 PSI above the clean starting pressure. After bumping, the pressure should return to near the clean starting level. When bumping no longer restores pressure, it's time for a full cleaning — typically once or twice per season under normal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; font-size:15px; border:none;\"\u003eHow much D.E. powder does this filter require?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px; font-size:14px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe Perflex EC65A (27 sq ft) typically requires approximately 3 lb of D.E. powder at initial charge or after a full cleaning. 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