Hayward FLEXIBLE ELBOW

The Hayward Flexible Elbow is a specialized plumbing connector designed to provide a versatile, vibration-dampening link between pool equipment components, such as the pump and the filter. Manufactured from a high-grade, chemical-resistant synthetic rubber or flexible PVC compound, this elbow is engineered to bend and absorb the mechanical stresses caused by pump torque and thermal expansion. Its primary mechanical function is to allow for the connection of plumbing lines that are slightly misaligned, eliminating the need for rigid, perfectly square piping and reducing the risk of stress-induced cracks in plastic manifolds or pump housings. The flexible walls of the elbow also act as a sound and vibration insulator, preventing the resonance of the motor from traveling through the entire plumbing system. Typically secured with stainless steel hose clamps, it provides a watertight seal that can withstand the high-flow pressures of residential filtration systems while remaining resilient against the degrading effects of sun exposure and pool sanitizers. For shipping and logistical purposes, the estimated weight of the Hayward Flexible Elbow is approximately 0.85 pounds in its retail protective packaging, while the actual dry weight of the individual flexible component is roughly 0.62 pounds.