{"product_id":"pentair100sqftquaddecartridgestylefilterec188594penec188594","title":"Pentair 100 sq ft Quad DE Cartridge Style Filter | EC-188594","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003ePentair Quad D.E.® 100 Cartridge-Style D.E. Pool Filter | EC-188594\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Pentair EC-188594 is a Quad D.E.® 100 cartridge-style diatomaceous earth (D.E.) pool filter that combines\n    D.E.-level water clarity with the convenience of four removable cartridge elements. You can backwash and recharge like a\n    traditional D.E. filter, remove and rinse the cartridges, or rinse in place through the drain for faster cleanouts.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 sq ft effective filtration area\u003c\/strong\u003e with a four-cartridge design for strong dirt-holding capacity and longer intervals between cleanings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD.E. filtration performance\u003c\/strong\u003e for high water clarity (filters very fine particles when charged properly).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple cleaning options:\u003c\/strong\u003e backwash\/recharge, remove-and-rinse cartridges, or rinse in place through the drain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable tank construction\u003c\/strong\u003e using chemical-resistant, fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-flow plumbing design:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" plumbing connections and a 1-1\/2\" drain for full draining and easier cleanout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual air relief valve\u003c\/strong\u003e helps purge trapped air for safer startup and consistent filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e EC-188594\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quad D.E.® Cartridge Style Filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 sq ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow Rate (Residential):\u003c\/strong\u003e 160 GPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Flow Rate (Commercial):\u003c\/strong\u003e 150 GPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Working Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\" plumbing connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-1\/2\" drain\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired D.E. Charge (Quad 100):\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 lb (when recharging per manual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Clearance Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74\" (for element removal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eQuad D.E.® 100 filter tank assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFour internal D.E. cartridge elements (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eManual air relief valve \/ gauge assembly (as equipped)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDrain plug assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlan for \u003cstrong\u003e74\" vertical clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e above the tank to remove the cartridges for service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSupport plumbing to prevent stress on the bulkheads and tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf plumbing the filter for backwashing through a valve, use a compatible high-flow backwash valve or slide valve as specified for Quad D.E. systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAlways follow safe start-up and air-relief procedures; trapped air in any filter can be hazardous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=Quad%20DE%20178656\"\u003eReplacement Cartridge Element (Quad 100)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=261050\"\u003eHi-Flow Backwash Valve (2\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=261055\"\u003eHi-Flow Backwash Valve (2\")\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=263064\"\u003e2\" Slide Valve for D.E. Filters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=diatomaceous%20earth%20DE%20powder\"\u003eD.E. Filter Powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/pages\/search-results-page?q=pool%20filter%20pressure%20gauge\"\u003eFilter Pressure Gauges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecord the clean starting pressure after a full clean\/recharge; service the filter when pressure rises about \u003cstrong\u003e10 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e above that baseline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDo not run the filter without D.E. on the cartridges; operating without D.E. can damage the elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFor best performance, use the correct D.E. amount for the Quad 100 when recharging and rinse cartridges thoroughly during manual cleanings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLubricate O-rings with a PTFE or silicone-based lubricant only (never petroleum-based).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWinterize properly in freeze-prone areas by draining the tank completely using the 1-1\/2\" drain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52589953974588,"sku":"EC-188594","price":2109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/3280\/9276\/files\/pentair-100-sq-ft-quad-de-cartridge-style-filter-ec-188594-de-filter-6504309.png?v=1771362131","url":"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/products\/pentair100sqftquaddecartridgestylefilterec188594penec188594","provider":"Aqua Pool Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}