Crystal-Clear Water Made Simple with Professional-Grade Filtration

Achieve sparkling, professional-quality water for your above-ground pool with the Raypak Protege SF 21" Sand Filter. Engineered for reliability and effortless operation, this top-mount sand filter combines a durable, corrosion-resistant tank with a user-friendly 6-position valve to provide superior filtration that keeps your pool inviting all season long. Its large 21-inch diameter tank offers the perfect balance of compact size and high flow capacity, making it an ideal centerpiece for your pool's circulation system.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Superior Sand Filtration: Utilizes pool filter sand to capture dirt, debris, and microscopic particles as small as 20-40 microns, leaving your water noticeably clearer and reducing the need for chemicals.

• Durable, Corrosion-Resistant Tank: The high-strength, composite tank is engineered to resist UV damage, corrosion, and harsh pool chemicals, ensuring years of reliable service.

• Effortless 6-Position Valve: A top-mounted, push-pull valve simplifies pool maintenance with intuitive settings:

  • FILTER: For normal daily filtration.

  • BACKWASH: Reverses water flow to clean the sand bed and flush out debris.

  • RINSE: Clears cloudy water from the pipes after backwashing.

  • WASTE: Bypasses the filter for vacuuming heavy debris or draining water.

  • RECIRCULATE: Bypasses the filter for chemical adjustment or when the filter is disconnected.

  • CLOSED: Shuts off water flow for system maintenance.

• Easy Maintenance & Longevity: Sand media typically only needs replacement every 3-5 years, making this one of the most low-maintenance filter types available. The clear sight glass allows you to monitor the backwash cycle for optimal cleaning.

• High-Flow Compatibility: Designed to work efficiently with most 1.0 to 1.5 HP above-ground pool pumps, ensuring strong water circulation and turnover.

Technical Specifications:

• Tank Diameter: 21 Inches

• Valve Type: Top-Mount, 6-Position Push/Pull

• Inlet/Outlet: 1.5" Female Threaded Connections

• Recommended Pump: 1.0 - 1.5 HP Above-Ground Pool Pump

• Sand Capacity: 100 lbs. of #20 Silica Sand

• Flow Rate: Up to 62 Gallons Per Minute (GPM)

Ideal For:

• Medium to Large Above-Ground Pools (Up to 24,000 Gallons)

• Pool owners seeking a low-maintenance, durable filtration solution

• Those wanting to upgrade from a smaller cartridge or DE filter system

What's in the Box:

• Raypak Protege SF 21" Sand Filter Tank

• 6-Position Top-Mount Push/Pull Valve

• Pressure Gauge

• Mounting Hardware

• Comprehensive Owner's Manual

Invest in Pristine Water. The Raypak Protege SF Sand Filter Delivers Professional Filtration Performance for a Cleaner, More Enjoyable Pool.