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INTEX Krystal Clear 3,000 GPH Sand Filter Pump for Above Ground Pools

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At a glance

Condition
New
Size
3,000 gal Per Hour
Style
Sand Filter Pump
Model
26651EG
Dimensions
22.25"L x 17.63"W x 27.13"H
Weight
48 lb
Color
Gray
In the box
set

Features 5

  • EXCELLENT FILTRATION SX3000 provides excellent water filtration with the 6-function valve that allows you to filter, backwash, rinse, re-circulate, drain and close the system.
  • 24 HOUR TIMER The sand pool pump has a built-in 24-hour timer with 2 to 12 hour pre-set cycles, providing easy scheduling and a hassle-free experience with automatic operation.
  • EASY INSTALLATION Just hook up hoses and plug in! This pump is suitable for INTEX above ground pools from 5,500 to 19,600 gallons. Partial assembly is required and includes (2) 1.5 inch (38 mm) connector hoses.
  • LOW MAINTENANCE PUMP FEATURES This 26651EG pump requires virtually no maintenance since sand can last up to 5 years with regular backwashing. Includes a capacity water flow rate of 3,000 gph (11,356 lph) and an in-pool system flow rate of 2,450 gph (9,274 lph); 2-year limited warranty included

Specs 25

Brand Intex
Color Gray
Material Plastic
Style Sand Filter Pump
Product Dimensions 22.25"L x 17.63"W x 27.13"H
Power Source Corded Electric
Item Weight 48 pounds
Maximum Flow Rate 50 gpm

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Awesome and powerful pump for a decent price.I recommend you buy it!
Size: 3,000 Gallons Per Hour Style: Sand Filter Pump
This is a great pump for a great price. I am so happy with this pump. It's one of the best purchases I have ever made from Amazon. This thing is an extremely powerful little awesome pump and filter. No more cleaning paper filters for me. Thank you Intex for making a great product. Now only question is how long will it last. It does come with a 2 year manufacturer's warranty so that's wonderful! If you are wondering if it is a worthy buy, YES,JUST BUY IT. It will definitely save you time and money as it is already saving me money because I have not had to add as many chemicals as I did with the poor little pump that came with my pool as well as not needing to clean my filters daily just to keep my water somewhat decent and moving. I bought this pump to go with my 18' x 48" coleman vista steel above ground pool. It works wonders for my pool and my wallet. So far I have noticed, the pump creates a vortex tornado motion which makes all of the leaves and debris circle to the middle of the pool where I just scoop it up.This pump definitely keeps the water moving which is great for many reasons. One that algae doesnt really get a chance to sit if you are treating your water as needed. Two, distributes and keeps chemicals moving and less likely to settle to the bottom. Three will save money on many extra unnecessary chemicals because it will help keep water balanced and no need to keep cleaning and replacing filter cartridges. I ordered this pump ,which was supposed to take 3 weeks to arrive, it arrived in less than a week of my purchase date. Nice, I know, I am happy with that. Set up was very easy. Much of the parts are already put together. Be cautious as the seal rings are in tact and you dont want to lose them. All you need to do is connect the filter debris basket, pump and sand bucket to the base. Connect the hoses to the pump as directed. I did NOT need to purchase any extra parts or fittings because I connected the hoses to the hoses that came with my pool. You'll also need to connect the adapters to your pool. Make sure that you grease all of your rivets with vaseline or petroleum jelly as recommended by intex. You will need to buy 20 grade silica sand ( it does not come with sand) . Approximately 2.5 ,50 lb bags filled my sand pump to the recommended level, which I picked up for $11 usd at my local pool supply store. And the best part is you dont need to change filters frequently because this sand will filter your pool for 2-5 years. I wouldn't recommend that you use any sand except what is called for. I almost purchased the clorox brand pool filter sand but was steered to follow suit with what intex recommended plus many reviews on the clorox pool filter sand changed my mind. When adding sand make sure that you use the piece to cover the pump hole as you DONT WANT to get sand in your pump. It will help to distribute sand evenly around your sand bucket. First setting up is it is recommended that you rinse and backwash your sand filter pump to get best performance out of your sand filter pump. I've added a skimmer with a filter sock to my pool which also increases my pools ability to stay clean and save me from extra work. The pump comes with 6 settings. RECIRCULATE closes off filter basket and sends same unfiltered water back into pool which I use when adding chemicals to circulate and distribute chemicals evenly around the pool without settling to the bottom I use it for 30 mins to about an hour. This setting is also great for long trips away from home. Then FILTRATION which I use after circulating chemicals around pool to start filtering algae, debris etc. This setting cleans your water. WASTE- exactly what is. It sends out dirty water that you dont want back in your pool or filter. RINSE,almost exact same as waste ,rinses your sand.BACKWASH, also pretty much the same as waste. Sends junk and dirty water out of your pool. CLOSED, closes off all water flow to pool and pump. I would recommend this pump . It does its job and soo far I am very pleased. I havent had leaks , as I believe if you follow directions as instructed you will not have any issues. The price is well worth the purchase. Saves money, time, work, chemicals and it works as well as those high priced filter pumps. If this pump lasts only a couple years it still is worth the money it will save you ,and has saved me in only a few weeks. It does what it says it does and that includes all the time I was spending trying to balance and clean my pool l. I am happy , and i hope that this review helps you and gives you the answers you are looking for. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2020 by Scotty

JUST DO IT!!!!
Size: 3,000 Gallons Per Hour Style: Sand Filter Pump
I looked up tons of reviews and different pump options trying to make my little pump that came with my 22x52 Coleman pool work I have bad well water and have spent tons of money on phosphate treatments metal removers etc... Everyone I know said if I upgrade to a sand pump it will change everything so I started looking into sand pumps I was reading the reviews on this one and it really gave me the dream of a blue pool in 3 days and it definitely did not disappoint I would recommend this pump to anybody and not even bother with those pumps that come with the pool well well worth the money! These pictures don't even show the exact because my camera is not that good but I definitely went from frustrated over two weeks of trying to get my pool up and going I bought this pump and in three days as the other reviews say definitely cleared my water! For the first time I went to pinch a Penny to get my water sample and all I needed was chlorine whereas before as I mentioned I had to purchase this and that every single time I went they had me putting in tons of acid phosphate remover metals remover this pump definitely changed everything I would most definitely recommend it's easier to maintain when it's time to clean the filter you simply back wash it after the first three days I left it running 24 hours after that I run at 8 hours I had to backwash it a total of 2 to 3 times it's been about a week and it's still showing no backwash needed it has an automated timer I no longer have to come and turn the pump on and off it does it by itself I haven't had it for that long but I definitely feel it's a quality pump it seems pretty durable and the pressure coming out is way more than what came with the pool! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2025 by Jamie

Powerful Pump That Works Great!
Size: 3,000 Gallons Per Hour Style: Sand Filter Pump
This thing is a beast! It works great and keeps the pool water crystal clear. The pump runs strong, the sand filter does an amazing job, and setup was easier than expected. I noticed a huge improvement in water circulation and cleanliness almost immediately. It’s reliable, efficient, and definitely worth the money for above ground pools. Very happy with this purchase! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026 by Farrah Steiner

It’s crystal clear because of my Intex sand filter and pump
Size: 3,000 Gallons Per Hour Style: Sand Filter Pump
I am loving the Intex sand filter and pump,It was super easy to hook up using the hose’s that came with the cartridge filter,We put the new jet in very easy I have to say,We removed the old one and I covered the intake with a bowl while my son got it ready to put in which was quite easy and fast to do,We had no leaks anywhere,I love the new jet which you can turn different directions on which way you prefer it to circulate,I love the bubbles so I keep it on that, I like the timer so I don’t have to worry about turning it on and off, I have had to backwash it twice and rinse,It cleared up my cloudy pool overnight which was iron I have a well so I knew it would have some,But it was more than I thought would be in it, I used all the right chemicals and tried to get it clear by using another sand filter I sent back it didn’t work as good as the cartridge filter which was terrible to deal with, I kid you not overnight my pool was clean and clear after hooking up the Intex sand filter and pump,My skimmer I bought because my Bestway pool didn’t have one is now working as it should and catching everything finally, I bought a mat to go under the ladder feet and it’ll stay unless the kids get a little rambunctious and it’ll move but no biggy, I can finally vacuum because of better suction, I am very happy with my decision to purchase the Intex which I had heard they were good, But after I read the reviews from other people who were pleased with it I decided to buy it, I would recommend to anyone to buy it,Like I said easy to hook up,has good suction and out put,It keeps my pool aerated and moving, I couldn’t ask for more then what I have gotten from the Intex sand filter and pump,This is coming from a diehard Hayward sand filter and pump person,The 3/4 HP is exactly what I needed and prefer to keep my pool clean and crystal clear and hardly had to add any chemicals to keep it that way, I hope my review helps others to decide if they want to buy it or not,It’s definitely a great sand filter and pump,Keeping it clean and clear! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2022 by Catherine Arnette

This pump filter is simply amazing!!!!100 Stars!!
Size: 3,000 Gallons Per Hour Style: Sand Filter Pump
I bought this sand filter pump for an 18 x 52 above ground best way swimming pool. This sand filter pump makes my pool look better and it makes my floating skimmer basket 10 times more effective as well It was simple to put together. It’s almost 4 times the size of what came with my pool and I could not be more impressed! The lightweight media cotton ball type things are wonderful for someone like me who cannot lift heavy sand. I set everything up. I let the pump run for about an hour, and when I came back out to the pool, there was nothing floating on top of the water. With the original pump filter that came with my thousand dollar pool was beyond inadequate The power of THIS pump blew my little mind! Highly recommend this for your swimming pool provided of course this meets with your specifications Happy swimming everyone ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2026 by LISA D

Great pool upgrade!
Size: 3,000 Gallons Per Hour Style: Sand Filter Pump
This product helped take my pool from preswamp to crystal clear in a matter of days. My autistic son set it up with no problems. Be advised it cost about $80 to fill it with sand. We did have to keep an eye on it the first couple of days because pressure did build. But after the bulk of the algae was gone we haven't had a problem with pressure since. MAKE SURE YOU RINSE WELL AFTER BACKWASHING we learned that the hard way when all the green nastiness plus sand washed right back into the pool... But that was user error. So why did I not give 5 stars? Just because I think I needed something with a little more power. I have an 18' x 5' round pool and I live in a place with lots of dust and I have one of those plastic stairs setups inside the pool. This pump is great but my pool environment probably needs something a little stronger so that the stairs aren't a dead zone. This pump is MILES above the tiny one that came with the pool. It makes our lives so much easier and my son isn't out there struggling to rinse a tiny filter everyday. Pair it with a skimmer and maintenance is just plain easy. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2026 by Ms. Barker

Highly recommend
Size: 3,000 Gallons Per Hour Style: Sand Filter Pump
Awesome pump just got a 18x18x48 pool for the kids this pump works like a charm. Low maintenance and easy set up.
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2026 by Rogue Transport Inc

Finally clear water!!!
Size: 3,000 Gallons Per Hour Style: Sand Filter Pump
Ordered this pump for my 12x20 above ground pool and it has been a life saver! The pool came with a small 20lb sand filter and I could never keep the pool clean. I'm new to pool ownership and thought I must have been doing something wrong but was constantly shocking, vacuuming, balancing, clarifying etc. and could never do better than just slightly cloudy water. Upgraded to this pump and two days later my pool was crystal clear and has stayed that way ever since. The pump has twice the flow and really gets the water circulating. I use an external timer rather than the built in timer. I was concerned that I might have to press the power button to turn it on but when left in continuous run mode, it comes right on as soon as the power turns on. I did have an issue with one of the gaskets not working for me and causing a leak, but I swapped it out with the waste gasket and that seemed to solve my problem. If you're like me and using the undersized pump that came with your costco above ground pool and pulling your hair out, this is definitely your solution! I'm using filter balls that I got on Amazon rather than sand, and so far, so good! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2025 by Shannon Norton
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