Waterco Micron Side Mount Media Filter Range
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Waterco Micron Side Mount Media Filter
Side-mounted multiport for cleaner plumbing and easy service access
The Micron Side Mount pairs Waterco’s corrosion-proof, filament-wound fibreglass tank with a side-mounted 6-way multiport valve for straight-through hydraulics, tidy equipment layouts, and simple maintenance. Engineered for low head loss and efficient backwashing, it’s ideal for larger residential pools and light commercial applications. (Domestic warranty: 10-year tank, 3-year multiport valve.)
- Side-mount multiport for clean pipe runs and easier access to the valve.
- Filament-wound fibreglass tank: seamless, UV-resistant and corrosion-proof.
- Hydraulically balanced underdrain laterals for even distribution and efficient backwashing.
- Compatible with sand, glass media or zeolite (capacities by model in table).
- Six valve positions: filter / backwash / rinse / waste / recirculate / close.
| Component | Residential Warranty | Commercial Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| Filter Tank | 10 Years (Conditional) | 5 Years (1 year full + 4 years pro rata) |
| Multiport Valve | 3 Years | 2 Years |
| Labour | 1 Year | — |
| Other Components | 1 Year | 1 Year |
*Please refer to Waterco’s official Warranty Terms and Conditions for full details.
| Model | Valve Size (mm) | Inner Ø (mm) (approx. inch) |
Filter Area (m²) | Bed Depth (mm) | Max Flow (L/min) | Max Pool Size* (L) | Backwash Flow (L/min) | Media Volume (L) | Glass Pearl (kg) | Ecopure 0.815–1.5 (kg) | Sand 16/30 (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SM600 | 40 | 600 (≈24″) | 0.28 | 360 | 226 | 81,000 | 189 | 113 | 183 | 136 | 165 |
| SM600 (c/w 50 mm) | 50 | 600 (≈24″) | 0.28 | 360 | 226 | 81,000 | 189 | 113 | 183 | 136 | 165 |
| SM750 | 50 | 750 (≈30″) | 0.44 | 400 | 353 | 127,000 | 295 | 195 | 314 | 234 | 285 |
| SM900 | 50 | 900 (≈36″) | 0.64 | 440 | 509 | 183,000 | 424 | 301 | 485 | 362 | 440 |
*Max pool size based on a 6-hour turnover (per Waterco). Inch equivalents are approximate.
Q1: Why choose the side-mount version?
The side-mounted valve gives straighter pipework, better service access (you don’t need to reach over the tank), and can reduce head loss on some layouts.
Q2: Which media should I use?
The Micron accepts silica sand, recycled glass media, or zeolite. See the table for the exact quantities for each model.
Q3: How do I size the filter?
Match the filter to your pump’s flow and target a 6-hour turnover using the Max Flow and Max Pool Size columns. Upsize for heated or high-use pools.
Q4: What maintenance is required?
Regular backwashing via the multiport valve. Balanced laterals promote even cleaning of the bed and help maintain low operating pressure.
Q5: What is the warranty?
Domestic installations: 10-year tank, 3-year multiport valve, and 1-year on other components (commercial terms differ).