{"product_id":"hayward-perflex-27-sqft-modular-de-filter-w3ec65a","title":"Hayward Perflex® 27 Sq Ft Modular D.E. Filter","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.product-tabs__tab-content *,.rte *,.product-description *,.tabs-content *{border-left:none!important;box-shadow:none!important}\n.product-tabs__tab-content details,.rte details,.product-description details,.tabs-content details{border-left:none!important;border-right:none!important;border-top:none!important}\n.product-tabs__tab-content summary,.rte summary,.product-description summary,.tabs-content summary{border:none!important;outline:none!important;box-shadow:none!important}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cf-product\"\u003e\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 (W3EC65A)\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eHeavy-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.\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;\"\u003e27 Sq Ft — No Backwashing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eExtended-cycle D.E. filtration — bump the handle to clean all 120 Flex-Tubes and reform a fresh filtering surface instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e67 GPM \/ 3-Year Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eCompact entry Perflex model — correctly sized for smaller pools, with the same 3-year warranty as the larger W3EC75A.\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 reuse D.E. and dirt mixture for extended filter cycles and lower D.E. consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eSelf-Venting \/ Integral Check Valve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAutomatically expels air and prevents backflow whenever the pump is off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top:32px;font-size:24px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\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      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;background:#fafafa;border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank\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      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;background:#fafafa;border:1px solid #eaeaea;\"\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      \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;\"\u003e3 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 W3EC65A 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  \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;margin-top:8px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: 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 W3EC65A comes with a 3-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-05-817-ops.pdf\"\u003eOperating Manual (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  \u003cdetails style=\"padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;font-size:15px;border:none;\"\u003eHow does the W3EC65A (27 sq ft) compare to the W3EC75A (40 sq ft)?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eBoth 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hayward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48970908270843,"sku":"W3EC65A","price":1249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/4418\/6107\/files\/51ssfZyzVXL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1781245403","url":"https:\/\/clearflowpoolsupply.com\/products\/hayward-perflex-27-sqft-modular-de-filter-w3ec65a","provider":"ClearFlow Pool Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}