Pentair Sand Dollar SD80
#4 in SandFull review
An affordable top-mount sand filter for a pool of up to about 36,000 gallons. It suits buyers who want a simple multiport filter from a major maker.
Amazon $689$689
3.3/5
A sturdier top-mount sand filter for an in-ground pool of up to about 28,800 gallons. Pay the extra over a Sand Dollar for the 50 psi tank and automatic air relief.
- 60 gpmFlow
- 3.1 sq ftFilter area
- 28,800 galPool size
- In-groundPool type
Check price at Amazon$809
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Pros
- Fiberglass-wound tank rated to 50 psi
- Internal air relief bleeds trapped air on its own
- Top-mount multiport valve: backwash with one lever
Cons
- One-year parts-only warranty when bought online (EC model)
- Costs more than a Sand Dollar of similar flow
- Backwashing dumps pool water to waste each time
The Pentair Tagelus family
Every Pentair Tagelus model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Flow | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pentair Tagelus TA60D (this one) | 60 gpm | 3.3/5 | $809 |
| Pentair Tagelus TA100D | 100 gpm | 3.7/5 | $1,499 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | EC-145241 |
|---|---|
| Filtering | |
| Filter type | Sand |
| Filter area | 3.1 sq ft |
| Maximum flow | 60 gpm |
| Largest pool | 28,800 gal |
| Pool type | In-ground |
| Sand | 275 lb |
| Build | |
| Valve | Multiport |
| Maximum pressure | 50 psi |
| Ports | 1.5 in |
| Air relief | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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Hayward ProSeries S244T
#5 in SandFull review
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Pentair Triton II TR100
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A heavy-duty fiberglass sand filter for an in-ground pool where the equipment pad needs a side-mount valve. It costs more than a top-mount and needs a valve bought separately.
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