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Want clean, healthy, and sparkling pool water with minimal effort? The AstralPool CA 280 Media Filter delivers superior filtration, high strength, and easy maintenance, making it the perfect choice for energy-efficient pool systems. Designed and manufactured in Australia, it’s built to handle tough conditions while reducing water wastage with efficient backwashing.
Highlights
- Advanced 10-lateral under-drain system for superior filtration
- Engineered for low pressure loss to improve pump efficiency
- Fast and secure lock-ring multiport valve installation
- Fully injection-moulded for long-lasting durability
- Works with sand, Viron Glass, and other filter media
Crystal Clear Water, Less Work
Using fine sand or recycled crushed glass, the CA 280 filters out dirt, debris, and impurities, leaving your pool water clean and healthy. Its engineered multiport valve improves water flow while minimizing resistance, making it ideal for high-performance pumps.
Fast, Efficient Backwashing
Tired of wasting water when backwashing? The CA 280’s unique under-drain system flushes out debris more effectively, reducing backwash time and saving you both water and money.
Strong, Reliable & Built to Last
Constructed from high-quality injection-moulded materials, the CA 280 is made to last for years without cracking or degrading. Its high-strength tank and components provide maximum durability, even in the harshest Australian conditions.
Quick & Easy Installation
With barrel unions for fast connection, an oil-filled pressure gauge, and a large drain port, installing and maintaining the CA 280 is fast, simple, and hassle-free.
Technical Specifications
| Model | CA 280 Filter - 40mm MPV |
|---|---|
| Product Number | 10098 |
| Tank Diameter | 665mm |
| Filter Area | 0.30 sq m |
| Port Size | 40mm |
| 6-Hour Turnover | 100,800L |
| 8-Hour Turnover | 134,400L |
| Sand Required | 120kg |
| Viron Active Coarse Media | 45kg |
| Viron Active Fine Media | 75kg |
| Height (with valve installed) | 102.5cm |
| Width (with valve installed) | 66.5cm |
| Shipping Weight | 20kg |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
What’s Included
- 1 x Astral CA 280 Media Filter
- 1 x 6-Way Multiport Valve
- 1 x Oil-Filled Pressure Gauge
- 1 x Air Release Valve
- 1 x Barrel Union Set
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- NT: 3–5 business days
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Initiating a Return
If you wish to return an item, please contact us within 30 days of receiving your order at sales@waternex.com.au with your order number. We will guide you through the return process.
Condition for Return
Items must be returned in the same condition as received, unopened and including all original packaging and accessories. Returns that do not meet these criteria will not be eligible for a refund.
Return Shipping Costs
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Please ensure that you use a traceable method, such as registered post or a courier, when sending back items. Additionally, you are responsible for any lost parcels during the return process.
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If you prefer an exchange or store credit instead of a refund, please let us know, and we will provide you with suitable options.
Refund Processing Time
The refund processing time is 10 days.
Cancellations
To cancel an order, please contact our customer service team as soon as possible. Cancellations before shipment will receive a full refund. Orders canceled after shipment will follow our 30-Day Return Policy, and the customer will be responsible for return shipping costs.
Exceptions and Specifics
Returns of certified pre-owned or used items are not accepted.
Waternex serves customers intending to use products for their full economic life. Orders intended for temporary or one-time use are not eligible for return.
For exchanges, store credit, or issues with faulty products, please contact us at sales@waternex.com.au or call us at 1300 930 847.
Our 30-Day Return Policy
Please note:
This return policy applies only to products that do not have a return policy explicitly stated in their product descriptions.
Initiating a Return
Should you need to initiate a return, please reach out to us within 30 days of receiving your item at sales@waternex.com.au, including your order number. Our team will provide you with detailed instructions on how to proceed with the return.
Conditions for Return
Items must be returned unused and in their original, unopened packaging with all original accessories. Opened, used, or installed items will not be eligible for return unless they are defective, damaged, or incorrect. Packaging will be thoroughly inspected to ensure it has not been opened; if it has, the item will be sent back to the customer. In cases of defective, damaged, or incorrect items, we will cover return shipping and issue a refund or exchange as needed.
Return Shipping Costs
Customers are responsible for covering the shipping costs for returning items. We recommend using a traceable shipping method to ensure the safe and documented delivery of your return.
Exceptions are made in cases of manufacturer defects or if the wrong item was received. In such instances, Waternex will cover the return shipping costs.
Refund Processing Time
Please allow up to 10 days for the processing of your refund once we have received and inspected the returned item.
Damaged Items
If your product arrives damaged, please report it immediately upon delivery by sending photos to sales@waternex.com.au on the same day. Waternex will cover the shipping costs for returning defective, damaged, or incorrect items.
Cancellations
To cancel an order, please contact our customer service team as soon as possible. Cancellations before shipment will receive a full refund. Orders canceled after shipment will be processed according to our 30-Day No Stress Returns Policy, with the customer responsible for return shipping costs.
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