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product_id: 182945190
title: "W3EC65A Perflex Diatomaceous Earth DE Pool Filter"
brand: "hayward"
price: "NZ$3537"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 6
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/182945190-w3ec65a-perflex-diatomaceous-earth-de-pool-filter
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# Extended cycle time Instant self-cleaning Flex-Tubes Corrosion-resistant heavy-duty tank W3EC65A Perflex Diatomaceous Earth DE Pool Filter

**Brand:** hayward
**Price:** NZ$3537
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Keep your pool flawless longer with smart, self-cleaning power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** W3EC65A Perflex Diatomaceous Earth DE Pool Filter by hayward
- **How much does it cost?** NZ$3537 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/182945190-w3ec65a-perflex-diatomaceous-earth-de-pool-filter)

## Best For

- hayward enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hayward brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Backflow Protection:** Integral check valve prevents system backflow, safeguarding your pool equipment when the pump is off.
- • **Longer Clean Intervals:** Patented Flex-Tube design extends time between cleanings, saving you hassle and downtime.
- • **Durable & Corrosion-Free:** Injection-molded high-strength thermoplastic tank ensures reliable, long-lasting performance season after season.
- • **Effortless Self-Cleaning:** Exclusive bump handle triggers uniform dirt removal, keeping your pool pristine with zero manual scrubbing.
- • **Clear Maintenance Insight:** Combination pressure gauge and inspection port make monitoring and servicing straightforward and efficient.

## Overview

The Hayward W3EC65A Perflex DE Pool Filter features a patented Flex-Tube design for extended cleaning cycles and an exclusive bump handle for instant self-cleaning. Its heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant thermoplastic tank ensures durability, while an integrated pressure gauge and inspection port simplify maintenance. An integral check valve prevents backflow, protecting your pool system when the pump is off.

## Description

Hayward W3EC65A Perflex Diatomaceous Earth DE Pool Filter

## Features

- Hayward’s Perflex Extended-Cycle D.E. Pool Filter features a patented Flex-Tube design for longer cycle time between cleanings
- Exclusive bump handle activates the mechanism causing the Flex-Tubes to instantly and uniformly clean themselves of dirt and filter powder
- Heavy-duty filter tank injection-molded of high-strength thermoplastic for dependable, corrosion-free performance
- Combination pressure gauge and threaded inspection/service port is easy to read and remove when filter needs cleaning
- Integral check valve prevents system backflow whenever pump is off

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Hayward
- **Model Name:** W3EC65A
- **Material:** Metal, Plastic
- **Color:** Gray
- **Power Source:** Hydraulic Powered

## Images

![W3EC65A Perflex Diatomaceous Earth DE Pool Filter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ssfZyzVXL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best D.E.filter
*by M***E on July 4, 2025*

The tank was easy to install, working perfectly my pool water is crystal clear. This is a replacement as I had a Hayward D.E. Filter tank before that lasted 20 years. The product is worth it!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hayward EC40AC Perflex Extended-Cycle D.E. Pool Filter
*by J***K on September 14, 2012*

My Pool: 24' Round KD Royal above ground pool. Hayward 1hp Flomax pump with Hayward EC40 D.E. FilterI decided to wait until the end of the season to write this review. I purchased my filter in late spring to replace my PITA cartridge filter. I had a cartridge filter for about 10 years and the money I spent on filters would have paid for this filter several times over. This is by far the best above ground pool filter you can buy. I bought one box of d.e. powder for $25 and charged the filter twice over the entire summer. I didn't even use half of the d.e. I bumped the filter about once every 5 days whether it needed it or not. I just like bumping the filter when I clean the leaf basket on the pump. Since everything is already off, why not. I closed my pool last weekend and I removed the pump and filter to store for the winter. I took the filter apart per the manufacturers instructions by loosening the two bolts on the cover retaining bracket. It took a whole 5 minutes to remove the cover. I lifted the top off of the filter and exposed the d.e. filter elements. The elements were dirty but not like I expected. (from some of the youtube videos) I carried the filter top over to a 5 gallon bucket I scavenged up for the occasion and set the filter inside the bucket. It fits perfectly! I bought a bottle of filter cleaner and transferred the contents into a spray bottle. Following the filter cleaner instructions, I sprayed each element with the cleaner and let the filter set in the bucket for 10 minutes or so. The stuff has muriatic acid or some other caustic chemical because it had a pretty strong odor. Gloves, eye protection, and long pants and sleeve highly recommended. Once the 10 minutes had passed, I hosed off the elements to remove the cleaner and the nasty stuff. It took all of 20 minutes from start to finish to clean this filter.Now for the performance. WOW!! My pool water was crystal clear ALL summer long. Startup was a breeze. The pool was swim ready in 3 days which is how long it took to get the debris out of the pool,chemicals balanced and clear. The pool was cloudy for 1 day but the d.e. filter had it sparkling on the 3rd day. My neighbor who had a pool service fired her guy because he couldn't get her pool as clear.I am extremely happy with this filter and will buy another if this one ever fails.PROS: Keeps water crystal clear, reduces pool maintenance like vacuuming, easy to load, easy to clean. Very inexpensive.CONS: NONE. Just wish I had bought one sooner.FINAL THOUGHTS: If you need a filter for your above ground pool and you want crystal clear water that is easy to maintain, you don't want to spend alot of money, and you don't want to clean weekly like a cartridge filter, then this is your filter. You won't find it any cheaper than right here on amazon. In fact if you need anything related to pool equipment, Amazon is the place to shop.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good product
*by L***. on May 22, 2025*

Works just like the original i had. No issues. Easy to put together

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-04-28*