{"product_id":"mermade-36-x-60-edge-outlet-bif-replacement-complete","title":"Mermade 36\" x 60\" Edge Outlet (BIF Replacement), Complete","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eMer-Made 36\" × 60\" Edge Outlet Complete Vacuum DE Filter Leaf Assembly\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a specialized drop-in replacement engineered to retrofit legacy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"142\"\u003eBIF (Builders Iron Foundry \/ B-I-F Industries)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e commercial vacuum DE filtration systems,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as well as custom deep-pit municipal and institutional vaults configured with side\/edge collection manifolds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike bottom-outlet septa that drop discharge spuds downward into a floor header,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003eEdge Outlet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e configuration routes the effluent discharge through an outlet hub mounted on the vertical side\/edge of the frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This matches the wall-mounted or side-running vacuum headers characteristic of legacy BIF installations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter \/ Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\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 \/ Design\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 × 60\" High\u003c\/b\u003e (approx. 914 mm × 1524 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\"\u003eEffective 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\"\u003e30.0 sq. ft.\u003c\/b\u003e nominal (both faces combined)\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 Location\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,6,1,0\"\u003eLow-edge or mid-edge elevation along the 60\" vertical rail (aligned to BIF header 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\"\u003eScope of Supply (\"Complete\")\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"4,7,1,0\"\u003eStructural PVC\/CPVC perimeter frame, internal open-matrix high-flow drainage grid, factory-welded side outlet hub, pre-fitted woven synthetic filter jacket (cloth bag), and compression sealing gasket\/collar\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\"\u003eDesign Flow Rating\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\"\u003e30.0 to 45.0 GPM per leaf\u003c\/b\u003e (based on 1.0 to 1.5 GPM\/sq. ft. commercial DE flux rate)\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\"\u003eVacuum Operating 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 at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003e10\" to 12\" Hg\u003c\/b\u003e differential (maximum \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"68\"\u003e15\" Hg\u003c\/b\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\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 Internal Drainage Grid:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A rigid,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e heavy-gauge polypropylene or ABS drainage core that withstands high negative vacuum draw (up to 15\" Hg) without inward deflection or face collapse,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ensuring laminar flow across the entire 30 sq.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cloth area toward the side collection 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\"\u003ePerimeter Framing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy-gauge extruded rigid PVC\/CPVC channel with thermo-welded corner gussets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The vertical rail housing the outlet is heavily reinforced to withstand lateral cantilever torque when engaged in the side manifold.\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 into the frame edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes an integrated stop collar to position the sealing gasket and maintain consistent socket depth in the BIF manifold.\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\"\u003eFactory-Fitted Septum Jacket:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rot- and chlorine-resistant woven monofilament\/multifilament polypropylene cloth jacket (calibrated for 20–30 micron DE powder retention) with a custom reinforced side-cutout collar and heavy-duty 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\"\u003e22 to 26 lbs (10.0 to 11.8 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\"\u003e32 to 38 lbs (14.5 to 17.2 kg)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in reinforced heavy-duty corrugated cartons with edge protectors.\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\"\u003eMaster Pallet \/ Grid Lot (10 to 15 Leaves):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003e360 to 580 lbs (163 to 263 kg)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e freight-strapped to an oversized 42\" × 66\" pallet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eField Installation \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 Outlet Elevation \u0026amp; Orientation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BIF systems were fabricated in left-hand,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e right-hand,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and alternating manifold configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Confirm the outlet spud elevation and orientation match the existing wall header before staging the leaf.\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\"\u003eInspect \u0026amp; Prepare Side Manifold:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Scrape and flush calcified DE and scale from the internal bore of the BIF receiver socket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replace any worn internal O-rings or flat gaskets in the manifold receiver.\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\"\u003eFit Sealing Collar:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slide the replacement compression gasket\/felt collar over the edge outlet spud until fully seated against the 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\"\u003eEngagement:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Guide the leaf horizontally into the side manifold socket first,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e verifying full engagement of the outlet stem before lowering the opposite edge onto the pit 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 hold-down bracket and torque the tie-down hardware evenly to prevent the leaf from walking or canting out of the side header under dynamic pump start cycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Commercial Pool and Spa Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68167737606255,"sku":"DE-EO3660C","price":1917.0,"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-60-edge-outlet-bif-replacement-complete","provider":"Commercial Pool and Spa Supplies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}