Hayward Perflex® 27 Sq Ft Modular D.E. Filter
The Hayward Perflex® 27 Sq Ft Modular D.E. Filter (W3EC65A) provides superior D.E. water clarity and extended filter cycles — without backwashing. The patented Flex-Tube™ system reuses D.E. media for extra-long cycles, and the bump handle cleans all 120 Flex-Tubes instantly when needed. Rated for 67 GPM. The compact entry model in the Perflex line. Backed by a 3-year warranty.
Heavy-duty injection-molded polymer tank, self-venting design, integral check valve, combination pressure gauge and service port, and engineered mixing chamber for uniform D.E. recoating.
Key Features
27 Sq Ft — No Backwashing
Extended-cycle D.E. filtration — bump the handle to clean all 120 Flex-Tubes and reform a fresh filtering surface instantly.
67 GPM / 3-Year Warranty
Compact entry Perflex model — correctly sized for smaller pools, with the same 3-year warranty as the larger W3EC75A.
Patented Flex-Tube™ Design
120 Dacron Flex-Tubes reuse D.E. and dirt mixture for extended filter cycles and lower D.E. consumption.
Self-Venting / Integral Check Valve
Automatically expels air and prevents backflow whenever the pump is off.
Specifications
| Filtration Area | 27 sq ft |
| Max Flow Rate | 67 GPM |
| Filter Elements | 120 Dacron Flex-Tubes |
| Filter Type | D.E. (Extended-Cycle, No Backwash) |
| Tank | Injection-Molded High-Strength Polymer |
| Product Weight | 45 lb |
| Shipping Dimensions | 19.4 × 17.4 × 31.9 in |
| Energy Efficient | Yes (Green Certified) |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
What's in the Box
- Hayward Perflex W3EC65A Filter with 120 Dacron Flex-Tubes
- Bump Handle Assembly
- User Manual
Note: D.E. powder is not included and must be purchased separately.
Warranty
The Hayward Perflex W3EC65A comes with a 3-year manufacturer warranty. Clearflow Pool Supply is an authorized Hayward dealer and will assist with any warranty service needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the W3EC65A (27 sq ft) compare to the W3EC75A (40 sq ft)?
Both are Perflex Extended-Cycle D.E. filters with the same bump-handle Flex-Tube design, 120 Dacron elements, and 3-year warranty in the same physical enclosure. The W3EC65A is rated for 67 GPM — suited for smaller pools. The W3EC75A handles 100 GPM for larger pools. Choose based on your pool volume and pump flow rate.