{"product_id":"mermade-36-x-24-edge-outlet-bif-replacement-complete","title":"Mermade 36\" x 24\" Edge Outlet (BIF Replacement), Complete","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color stronger tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_01d83c739447864e\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"first-token\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eMer-Made 36\" × 24\" Edge Outlet Complete Vacuum DE Filter Leaf Assembly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a commercial-grade drop-in replacement designed specifically to retrofit compact legacy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"166\"\u003eBIF (Builders Iron Foundry \/ B-I-F Industries)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e vacuum DE filtration systems,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shallow surge tanks,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or institutional hydrotherapy\/spa vaults utilizing side-mounted collection manifolds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis configuration is engineered for installations with limited vertical clearance or shallow concrete vaults where standard 60\" deep leaves cannot fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e By placing the discharge hub on the vertical side edge rather than the bottom rail,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the leaf discharges clean effluent directly into a wall-mounted or side-perimeter BIF vacuum header pipe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"horizontal-scroll-wrapper md-has-block-component\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block-component\"\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-block has-export-button new-table-style is-at-scroll-start is-at-scroll-end\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-content md-content\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ3ecQahgKEwi2_-jxheyXAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQxQc\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0,0\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,0,1,0\"\u003eParameter \/ Detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eManufacturer \/ Line\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,1,1,0\"\u003eMer-Made Filter (Legacy BIF System Retrofit)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNominal Frame Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e36\" Wide × 24\" High\u003c\/b\u003e (approx. 914 mm × 610 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFiltration Surface Area\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12.0 sq. ft.\u003c\/b\u003e nominal (combined across both faces)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDischarge Configuration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEdge Outlet\u003c\/b\u003e (Discharge spud positioned on the vertical edge\/side rail)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOutlet Spud Sizing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1-1\/2\" or 2\" IPS Schedule 80 PVC\u003c\/b\u003e male spud (custom BIF flanged spuds available)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOutlet Elevation \u0026amp; Orientation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,6,1,0\"\u003eFactory-welded along the 24\" vertical rail (specified as \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eLeft-Hand Edge, Right-Hand Edge, or Staggered\u003c\/b\u003e to match manifold socket centerline)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAssembly Scope (\"Complete\")\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,7,1,0\"\u003eRigid CPVC\/PVC perimeter frame, internal open-matrix high-flow drainage grid, factory-welded edge discharge hub, pre-fitted woven synthetic filter jacket (cloth bag), and compression sealing collar\/gasket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRecommended Design Flow Rate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12.0 to 18.0 GPM per leaf\u003c\/b\u003e (based on standard commercial flux rate of 1.0 to 1.5 GPM\/sq. ft.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOperating Vacuum Limit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,9,1,0\"\u003eBackwash typically initiated when vacuum reaches \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003e10\" to 12\" Hg\u003c\/b\u003e (maximum \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003e15\" Hg\u003c\/b\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-footer hide-on-print hide-from-message-actions\"\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"mdc-icon-button mat-mdc-icon-button mat-mdc-button-base mat-badge mat-unthemed mat-badge-overlap mat-badge-above mat-badge-after mat-badge-small mat-badge-hidden ng-star-inserted\" aria-label=\"More options\" aria-disabled=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-mdc-button-persistent-ripple mdc-icon-button__ripple\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-focus-indicator\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mat-mdc-button-touch-target\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eStructural Architecture \u0026amp; Construction Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Flow Drainage Matrix Core:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A rigid,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e heavy-gauge polypropylene or ABS drainage grid that resists collapsing under vacuum (up to 15\" Hg) while maintaining uniform lateral fluid flow across the 36\" width directly to the side exit port.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReinforced Perimeter Framing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy-wall extruded rigid PVC\/CPVC channel with thermo-welded corner gussets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Because the entire weight and hydraulic moment of the leaf are cantilevered off the side connection,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the vertical member carrying the outlet hub is reinforced against torque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGusseted Edge Outlet Hub:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An injection-molded,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e chemical-resistant hub solvent- or hot-gas-welded directly into the side border.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It features a molded stop shoulder to set the insertion depth into the BIF manifold receiver and maintain proper compression on the sealing gasket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePre-Fitted Septum Jacket:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rot- and chemical-resistant woven monofilament or multifilament polypropylene cloth envelope (calibrated for 20–30 micron DE powder retention) with a reinforced side cutout collar and heavy-duty top closure flap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eWeights \u0026amp; Freight Estimates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIndividual Complete Leaf Net Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003e10.5 to 13.0 lbs (4.8 to 5.9 kg)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSingle Boxed Leaf Shipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003e16.0 to 20.0 lbs (7.3 to 9.1 kg)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in heavy-duty corrugated cartons with edge guards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommercial Grid Lot (10 to 20 Complete Leaves):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003e180 to 320 lbs (82 to 145 kg)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e strapped to a standard 40\" × 48\" wooden pallet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Alignment Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVerify Handing \u0026amp; Elevation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BIF side headers require strict orientation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Confirm whether your system uses left-hand,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e right-hand,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or alternating staggered outlets so the leaf faces the correct direction relative to vault inflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClean Manifold Sockets:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clear any calcified DE build-up or scale out of the BIF receiver port on the side wall\/manifold before sliding in the new leaf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMount Sealing Gasket:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slide a fresh high-density compression felt or elastomeric gasket over the edge spud,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seating it firmly against the molded locator shoulder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHorizontal Engagement:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Guide the leaf horizontally so the edge outlet spud engages the BIF socket first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Once fully seated,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e lower the bottom rail onto the floor guide saddles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecure Hold-Down Rail:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Engage the top frame rail into the overhead tie-down channel or hold-down clamp assembly to lock the leaf in place and prevent hydraulic chatter during pump startup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Commercial Pool and Spa Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68167790133359,"sku":"DE-EO3624C","price":1185.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/3785\/3807\/files\/Screenshot2026-11-02115925_68df1253-641c-4f9b-bb96-9fd2e9cb43f4.png?v=1793718367","url":"https:\/\/commercialpoolandspasupplies.com\/products\/mermade-36-x-24-edge-outlet-bif-replacement-complete","provider":"Commercial Pool and Spa Supplies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}