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Hayward SwimClear C275S Cartridge Pool Filter - 275 Sq. Ft. Single Element
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Hayward SwimClear C275S — Overview
Product Detail
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Easy-Lok Design
Built for
Quick Service. Recessed pressure gauge and manual air relief let you set the head face-down on the pad without contaminating the seal. Comfort-grip handles mean no rough fiberglass. The lowest body height on the market means the cartridge lifts out with minimal clearance.
Quick Service. Recessed pressure gauge and manual air relief let you set the head face-down on the pad without contaminating the seal. Comfort-grip handles mean no rough fiberglass. The lowest body height on the market means the cartridge lifts out with minimal clearance.
✓Only 18 in. clearance needed for cartridge removal
✓Comfort-grip handles on tank body
✓No tools required to open
SwimClear C275S vs AquaStar PLF3500
Cross-shopping the AquaStar PipeLine PLF3500? Here’s how they compare.
◆ Hayward SwimClear C275S
AquaStar PLF3500
Filtration Area275 sq ft — more dirt capacity, longer runs between cleanings
Filtration Area250 sq ft
Flow Rate200 GPM residential — same as PLF3500
Flow Rate200 GPM
Height / ClearanceLow-profile — only 18 in. overhead clearance for cartridge removal
Height / Clearance~79 in. tall — requires significant vertical space
Warranty3-year parts warranty (Hayward Rewards partner)
Warranty1-year unless AquaStar pump also installed; often requires professional installation to validate
Replacement PartsGenuine SwimClear cartridge stocked nationwide at pool stores
Replacement PartsProprietary pipeline cartridge — harder to source
Head LossIndustry’s lowest — real energy savings on variable-speed pumps
Head LossStandard
Both are NSF certified — but SwimClear adds the lowest head loss in its class, 25 more sq ft of filtration, a lower profile, a longer warranty, and nationwide parts availability.
275
Sq Ft Filtration
Single pleated cartridge element
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No Backwash.
No Waste. Just rinse and reinstall
No Waste. Just rinse and reinstall
200
GPM Flow Rate
Residential design flow
0Filtration Area
0Residential Flow Rate
0Cartridge — Nothing to Stack
0Parts Warranty
Cartridge Simplicity
No Backwashing.
No Sand. No DE.
Just Rinse and Go. Traditional sand and DE filters waste hundreds of gallons backwashing. The SwimClear C275S is a cartridge filter — when pressure rises, you shut off the pump, release the Easy-Lok ring, rinse the cartridge with a hose, and put it back. That’s it. No media to add, no water to waste.
No Sand. No DE.
Just Rinse and Go. Traditional sand and DE filters waste hundreds of gallons backwashing. The SwimClear C275S is a cartridge filter — when pressure rises, you shut off the pump, release the Easy-Lok ring, rinse the cartridge with a hose, and put it back. That’s it. No media to add, no water to waste.
- No backwashing — saves water every service cycle
- No sand or DE powder to handle or replace
- Easy-Lok ring — open the head in seconds, no tools
- One cartridge — one part to rinse or replace
Industry-Lowest Head Loss
Your Pump Works Less.
Your Wallet Thanks You. Head loss is the resistance a filter creates against your pump. The SwimClear C275S has the lowest head loss of any pool filter in its class — meaning your pump moves the same volume of water with less effort. On a variable-speed pump, that translates directly into lower energy bills across the entire season.
Your Wallet Thanks You. Head loss is the resistance a filter creates against your pump. The SwimClear C275S has the lowest head loss of any pool filter in its class — meaning your pump moves the same volume of water with less effort. On a variable-speed pump, that translates directly into lower energy bills across the entire season.
- Industry’s lowest head loss — less pump strain
- Run your VSP slower or for less time to hit the same turnover
- 275 sq ft holds more dirt — longer runs between cleanings
- NSF certified for verified performance
Product Detail
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Easy-Lok Design
Built for
Quick Service. Recessed pressure gauge and manual air relief let you set the head face-down on the pad without contaminating the seal. Comfort-grip handles mean no rough fiberglass. The lowest body height on the market means the cartridge lifts out with minimal clearance.
Quick Service. Recessed pressure gauge and manual air relief let you set the head face-down on the pad without contaminating the seal. Comfort-grip handles mean no rough fiberglass. The lowest body height on the market means the cartridge lifts out with minimal clearance.
✓Only 18 in. clearance needed for cartridge removal
✓Comfort-grip handles on tank body
✓No tools required to open
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Massive 275 Sq Ft of MediaA full-size cartridge holds more dirt, so you clean it less often and enjoy longer stretches of clear water between services.
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Industry’s Lowest Head LossSuperior hydraulic efficiency lets your pump move water with less resistance — real energy savings, especially on a variable-speed pump.
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One Cartridge, Simple ServiceA single element means just one part to rinse or replace — nothing to stack, align, or juggle.
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Proven Hayward ReliabilityNSF-certified, genuine-parts ecosystem, nationwide dealer network, and a 3-year parts warranty backing it for the long haul.
1
Plumb It In
Connect via the 2 in. × 2.5 in. union connections — an easy retrofit on virtually any existing system.
2
Run Your Pump
Water passes through the 275 sq ft cartridge, which captures dirt and debris continuously.
3
Watch the Gauge
When pressure climbs 8–10 psi above the clean starting reading, it’s time to clean.
4
Rinse & Reinstall
Release the Easy-Lok ring, lift out the cartridge, rinse with a hose, and reinstall. Done.
Specifications
Hayward SwimClear C275S · Single Element Cartridge Filter
Brand
Hayward
Model / SKU
C275S
Series
SwimClear Single Element
Filter Area
275 sq ft (25.55 m²)
Filter Type
Single Reinforced-Polyester Cartridge
Tank Material
High-Strength Glass-Reinforced Copolymer
Residential Flow
200 GPM (758 LPM)
Commercial Flow
100 GPM (379 LPM)
Turnover 8 hr
96,000 gal (363 kl)
Turnover 10 hr
120,000 gal (454 kl)
Connections
2 in. × 2.5 in. Union
Drain Port
1.5 in.
Head Clearance
18 in. for cartridge removal
Carton Weight
40 lbs
Efficiency
Industry’s Lowest Head Loss
Certification
NSF Certified
Warranty
3-Year Parts (Hayward Rewards Partner)
Channel
Hayward Expert Line — In-Store / Pool Pro
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked
No. The SwimClear C275S is a cartridge filter — when the pressure rises 8 to 10 psi above the clean starting pressure, you simply shut off the pump, release the Easy-Lok ring, rinse the cartridge with a hose, and reinstall. No backwashing and no wasted water.
No supplemental media of any kind. The single pleated reinforced-polyester cartridge does all the filtering on its own. There is nothing to add, replace on schedule, or handle.
Watch the pressure gauge. When it reads roughly 8 to 10 psi above the clean starting pressure — the reading you noted right after installation or the last cleaning — it is time to rinse the cartridge.
One large cartridge means one simple part to rinse or replace — faster service and fewer pieces to handle, align, or juggle. The single 275 sq ft element holds more dirt than multiple smaller cartridges in competing designs, so you service it less often.
Yes. The SwimClear C275S is a Hayward Expert Line product, available in-store and through pool professionals. The 3-year parts warranty applies when purchased through a Hayward Rewards partner.
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275 Sq FtMassive filtration capacity
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Lowest Head LossReal energy savings
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No BackwashJust rinse & reinstall
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NSF Certified3-year parts warranty
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Hayward Expert LineNationwide parts support
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