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Hayward W3C500 StarClear Cartridge Pool Filter for Pool Filter System, 50 Sq. Ft., Gray

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At a glance

Condition
New
Style
W3C500
Capacity
18 gal
Dimensions
10.5"L x 10.5"W x 28.6"H
Weight
16 lb
Color
Brown
Material
Plastic
In the box
Pool Filter

Features 5

  • GREATER CAPACITY: The Hayward pool filter StarClear 50 sq. ft. swimming pool filter offers extra cleaning capacity for crystal-clear water
  • ROBUST DESIGN: This pool cartridge filter features an extra-large single-element cartridge for additional durability and maximum water flow
  • HAYWARD CARTRIDGE FILTER WON'T CORRODE: Injection-molded filter tank in this pool filtration system provides reliable, corrosion-free performance
  • ROTATING HEAD: Durable head on the pool filter housing turns to conveniently position pressure gauge and manual air relief

Description

Hayward W3C500 StarClear Cartridge Pool Filter, 50 Sq. Ft., Gray

Specs 17

Brand Hayward
Capacity 18 Gallons
Product Dimensions 10.5"L x 10.5"W x 28.6"H
Shape Rectangular
Color Brown
Brand Name Hayward
Manufacturer HAYWARD
UPC 610377387026

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Top Amazon Reviews


Inlet and outlet fittings are not supplied
Style: W3C500
So far it's okay filter, you only have 1 option for inlet from pump, which is opposite the outlet, most other pumps give 2 for pump inlet, fittings for pump inlet and outlet should be o ring type fittings for DIY, AS FAR as automatic air discharge you still have to open the purge valve and close it, not automatic at all, a very good filter comes with the pump, the cover gasket is excellent (use oring lube to make it last), put a large cover over the filter retatiner to pro tect from the sun, you're all set, also you can get filters easily some you can not! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2023 by TALLONE

Exactly what I needed
Style: W3C500
Was exactly what I was looking for, it came fast, and in perfect condition
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2025 by Joshua Miller

works good
Style: W3C500
smaller than it looks in the picture, so it has to run longer time and clean the filter more frequently
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2025 by c mukesh Prasad

Works very well. Great seller, use nothing but HAYWARD Products!!!
Style: W3C500
Had to replace my old unit. This one is very different in color and in shape, but everything else is the same and lines up perfectly. Very little work to put this unit in. I flipped the switch after the PVC glue cured and it worked beautifully. Seller worked with me when I had an issue that was my fault. I will make shade for this unit since UV rays break down polymers. Hope this filter lasts as long as my old one. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2021 by Firethorn69

Does not pay the go cheap.
Style: W3C500
I first tried to save some money & bought an off brand for half the price, but when vacuuming the pool a lot of stuff blew right back into the pool due to cartridge inside fit to loose to the filter housing. Returned that one and purchased the Haywrd filter, no stuff got past filter and back into pool. With In a day my pool was clear again. Well worth the extra expense. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2024 by MAX HANEWINCKEL

Replacement
Style: W3C500
Perfect replacement for same model over 20 years old.
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2025 by Kathleen Stjohn

Filtration
Style: W3C500
Works grate nice size, good quility. Easy install
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2024 by Mike Hidalgo

I like it.
Style: W3C500
The media could not be loaded. Works great as designed. I vacuum my pool twice a week and it has never clogged up on me. Then again I do wash the filter every other week. Not sure if thats an overkill but I like to keep in clean. I do want to mention that it is made out of plastic so be careful when bolted it down, you can damage it. Other then that I think its a great design and all the pool companies out here must think the same because they all seem to use this filter or the next model up. I have it paired with a Hayward 1.5 horse power pump and together they work great. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2021 by Rigo Rigo
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