Hayward FLEX TUBE -PERFLEX (SET OF 10)

The Hayward Flex Tube Set for the Perflex series is a collection of high-efficiency filtration fingers designed to serve as the core medium for Diatomaceous Earth (D.E.) filtration. Manufactured from a specialized, high-strength synthetic fabric braided over a flexible internal support, these tubes provide an expansive surface area for D.E. powder to coat and trap microscopic impurities as small as 5 microns. Their primary mechanical function is to facilitate the "extended cycle" process, where the flexible nature of the tubes allows them to be agitated or "bumped" to shed spent D.E. and debris, effectively regenerating the filter bed without a traditional backwash. This design ensures that water remains crystal clear while minimizing water waste and maximizing the time between full filter cleanings. These tubes are engineered to be chemically resistant and structurally durable, maintaining their shape and porosity under the constant hydraulic pressure of the pool pump. For shipping and logistical purposes, the estimated weight of the Hayward Flex Tube Set of 5 is approximately 1.1 pounds in its retail protective packaging, while the actual dry weight of the five individual tubes is roughly 0.75 pounds.