How long does glass filter media last?
Because glass is not as dense as sand, it allows for smaller microns to be filtered, even performing as efficiently as a Diatomaceous Earth filter. The media also lasts eight years or more!!
Is a glass filter better than a sand filter?
Cleaning Ability Filtration glass retains 4 times smaller particles than some traditional sand filtration media. This allows, among other things, to obtain a much clearer and crystalline water.
What are the two types of filter media that are used in sand filters?
TYPES OF MEDIA Silica sand and anthracite are the most commonly used types. When silica is not suitable (e.g., in filters following a hot process softener where the treated water is intended for boiler feed), anthracite is usually used. The size and shape of the filter media affect the efficiency of the solids removal.
What glass is used in filtration?
Product Details
| Name | Activated Glass Media (AGM) |
|---|---|
| Usage | Replacement for sand in all media filtration applications |
| Material | Green recycled glass, uniquely shaped particles with activated surface |
| Unique Features | Bio-resistant, self-sterilizing, sustainable, activated filtration media |
What is ruby red sand?
Ruby Sand is a porous ceramic that has been used as a replacement for water filtration for many years. The rapid growth of Ruby Sand’s popularity is due to the improved clarity, which can capture debris as small as 3-5 microns versus other sand at 20-40 microns .
Is sand a good filter media?
Rounded sand grains of uniform size, when packed together, do not produce pore spaces small enough to be effective as sand filter media. Crushed rock sand grains, when packed together, fit like puzzle pieces. Their varied sizes and jagged edges produce tiny pores small enough to filter out pathogens found in water.
Can I use glass instead of sand in my pool filter?
Glass media lasts about 2-3 times as long as sand filter media. Sand will require longer backwashing to clean the dirt out of the system as there is more volume of media to go through. Glass media will backwash quicker as the material is lighter and less dense, so it floats better, resulting in faster cleaning.
What causes mud balls in a sand filter?
Mud balls start forming when gelatinous solids accumulate on the exterior of media grains. The presence of mud balls can result in an increased headloss, localised increases in filtration rates, the development of cracks and a decline in the filtrate quality.
What is the difference between sand and glass filter media?
Filtration takes place in the entire bed depth of the filter, not just the first six inches like sand. Glass can filter down to 9 microns. Glass media saves water because it requires less backwashing, that saves you money. It can last 10 years or longer, much longer than sand media. Sand is the traditional filter media.
What is Enviro glass filter media (egfm)?
Enviro Glass Filter Media (EGFM) is environmental glass filter media to be used instead of sand. It gives superior cleaning and allows for 50% less water lost when backwashing. In theory it wouldn’t need changing as it doesn’t wear down like sand although we still recommend a change every 5 years plus you use 15% less of it, the perfect media!
What is glass filtration and how does it work?
Glass is becoming a more popular filtration method because it is made from recycled particles and works really well to produce clear, sparkling water. Glass filtration first made its appearance in the 1990’s as an alternative to sand filtration.
What is the best filtration media for my Pool?
Overall, either filtration media would do the job. You have to weigh the pros and cons. Ask the Pool Guy professionals recommend a combination of both sand and glass media. We have found this provides the best of both worlds. For more information on filtration systems, give us a call!