🌊 Pentair Triton 19″ (480mm) Side Mount Sand Filter with 0.75HP Aquaspeed Pump

Superior filtration performance for medium-sized pools, combining proven reliability with enhanced circulation power.

📋 Product Overview

The Pentair Triton 19″ Side Mount Sand Filter paired with the Certikin Aquaspeed 0.75HP pump offers an ideal filtration solution for pool owners seeking enhanced water circulation without stepping up to a larger filter system. This professionally matched combination delivers up to 14 m³/h flow rate, providing excellent turnover times for pools up to 84,000 litres.

Pentair’s Triton filter has earned its reputation through over 40 years of continuous refinement, featuring seamless fibreglass reinforced construction that eliminates leak points while resisting corrosion, UV degradation, and chemical damage. The special internal design maintains a level sand bed, preventing water channelling and ensuring every drop receives maximum filtration.

The Aquaspeed 0.75HP pump delivers the additional power needed for larger pool volumes or installations with extended pipe runs, while maintaining excellent efficiency. Both components are designed for salt chlorinated pools, making this package suitable for modern pool sanitation systems. Complete with multiport valve, pressure gauge, and all necessary fittings, this system provides everything required for professional-grade pool filtration.

💫 Key Features

✅ Enhanced Flow Rate – 0.75HP pump delivers up to 14 m³/h for faster pool turnover and improved circulation

✅ Complete Package – Filter, six-position multiport valve, pressure gauge, media, and pump included

✅ Seamless Construction – One-piece fibreglass reinforced tank eliminates leak potential and corrosion

✅ Extended Pipe Run Capability – Higher pump power handles longer distances between pool and equipment

✅ Salt Chlorinator Compatible – Both filter and pump engineered for salt water pool systems

✅ Hydraulically Efficient Design – Optimised impeller and diffuser maximise output while minimising turbulence

✅ Six Position Multiport Valve – Side-mounted with integrated sight glass for convenient backwash monitoring

✅ Heavy-Duty Pressure Relief – Built into lid for safe, rapid maintenance access

✅ 360° Swing-Away Diffuser – Instant access to sand bed for inspection and media changes

✅ 316 Stainless Steel Components – High-grade mechanical seal and shaft resist chemical attack

✅ Clear Pump Lid – Transparent cover enables strainer basket inspection at a glance

✅ 10 Year Filter Tank Warranty – Pentair’s confidence in their seamless construction quality

✅ 2 Year Pump Warranty – Certikin warranty coverage (1 year on mechanical seal and capacitor)

⚙️ Technical Specifications

Filter Specifications (Pentair Triton TRT19)

Specification	Value
Filter Type	High Rate Sand Filter
Tank Diameter	480 mm (19″)
Overall Height	825 mm
Flow Rate	8.5 m³/h
Filter Area	0.17 m²
Sand Capacity	52 kg
Gravel Capacity	20 kg
Maximum Working Pressure	3.5 bar
Maximum Operating Temperature	50°C
Valve Type	Six Position Side Mount Multiport
Inlet/Outlet Connections	1.5″ BSP
Tank Material	Fibreglass Reinforced Composite
Model Number	F-1958-TRV
Stock Code	TRT19
Filter Warranty	10 years limited (shell only)

Pump Specifications (Certikin Aquaspeed 0.75HP)

Specification	Value
Motor Power	0.75 HP (0.56 kW)
Voltage	220-240V Single Phase
Frequency	50 Hz
Motor Speed	2850 rpm
Suction/Delivery	1½” / 2″
Maximum Water Temperature	50°C
Motor Protection	IP55 Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled
Insulation Class	Class F with Thermal Protection
Shaft Material	316 Grade Stainless Steel
Weight	15.5 kg
Pre-wired Cable	Approximately 1.5 metres
Certifications	CE Approved, TUV Approved
Model Number	AQUA071
Pump Warranty	2 years (1 year mechanical seal/capacitor)

Pump Performance Curve

Head (m)	Flow Rate (m³/h)
4	14.0
6	12.5
8	11.0
10	9.0
11	7.5
12	6.0

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📏 Pool Sizing Guide

Sizing Principle: The filter flow rate should achieve complete pool turnover within 6-8 hours for optimal water quality and clarity.

Formula:

Maximum Pool Volume = Flow Rate × Turnover Time

With 0.75HP Aquaspeed Pump (at typical 6-8m head):

11-12.5 m³/h × 6 hours = 66,000-75,000 litres (6-hour turnover)
11-12.5 m³/h × 8 hours = 88,000-100,000 litres (8-hour turnover)

Pool Size Compatibility

Pool Type	Volume Range	Suitability
🏊 Small above-ground	Up to 25,000 L	✅ Excellent – generous capacity ensures superior filtration
🏊 Medium above-ground	25,000-50,000 L	✅ Excellent – ideal match for optimal performance
🏊 Large above-ground	50,000-70,000 L	✅ Very Good – efficient 6-hour turnover
🏠 Small in-ground	Up to 50,000 L	✅ Excellent – well-suited with headroom to spare
🏠 Medium in-ground	50,000-75,000 L	✅ Good – comfortable 6-hour turnover
🏠 Larger in-ground	75,000-100,000 L	⚠️ Adequate – 8-hour turnover achievable

This System

📍 Pump Flow Rate: Up to 14 m³/h (varies with system head)
📍 Typical Operating Flow: 11-12.5 m³/h (at 6-8m head)
📍 Recommended Pool Size: Up to 75,000 litres
📍 Maximum Pool Size: Up to 100,000 litres (with 8-hour turnover)

💡 Why Choose 0.75HP Over 0.5HP? The additional pump power provides faster turnover times, better handles extended pipe runs or elevation changes, and ensures adequate circulation even as the filter loads with debris between backwashes.

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🔌 Installation Requirements

Plumbing Connections

Component	Specification
Filter Inlet Connection	1.5″ BSP
Filter Outlet Connection	1.5″ BSP
Pump Suction	1.5″ / 2″ (supplied with 1.5″ reducers)
Pump Delivery	1.5″ / 2″ (supplied with 1.5″ reducers)
Valve Position	Side Mount

Physical Installation

Requirement	Details
Base	Solid, level concrete pad or paving slabs required
Clearance Above	Minimum 400 mm for lid removal and valve operation
Clearance Around	Minimum 300 mm for maintenance access
Drainage	Adequate provision for backwash water disposal
Location	Well-ventilated area, protected from direct weather

Electrical Requirements

Requirement	Specification
Power Supply	220-240V Single Phase, 50 Hz
Cable	1.5m pre-wired (single phase)
Protection	Dedicated RCD/RCBO protection required
Current Draw	Approximately 2.5-3A at full load

⚠️ Important: All electrical connections must be completed by a qualified electrician in accordance with current IEE wiring regulations (BS 7671).

System Head Considerations

The 0.75HP pump is particularly suited for installations with:

• Pipe runs exceeding 15 metres
• Elevation differences between pool and equipment
• Multiple return jets requiring balanced flow
• Automatic pool cleaners requiring additional flow

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🧹 Maintenance Guide

Routine Maintenance Schedule

Task	Frequency	Procedure
Check pressure gauge	Weekly	Note reading; establish clean baseline
Inspect pump strainer basket	Weekly	Remove debris visible through clear lid
Backwash filter	When pressure rises 0.7-1 bar	Run until sight glass shows clear water
Rinse after backwash	After each backwash	30-60 seconds to settle media
Inspect O-rings and seals	Seasonally	Replace if worn, cracked, or perished
Check sand level	Annually	Top up if below diffuser
Complete media replacement	Every 5-7 years (sand)	Replace with fresh media

Pressure Gauge Guide

📊 Clean Filter: Establish your baseline (typically 0.6-1.0 bar with this system)
📊 Backwash Required: When pressure rises 0.7-1.0 bar above baseline
📊 Maximum Safe Pressure: 3.5 bar

⚠️ Warning: If pressure exceeds 3.5 bar, shut down immediately and investigate. Never operate above maximum rated pressure.

Backwash Procedure

1. Turn off the pump – Never move valve with pump running
2. Set valve to BACKWASH position
3. Turn on pump – Run until sight glass clears (typically 2-3 minutes)
4. Turn off pump
5. Set valve to RINSE position
6. Turn on pump – Run for 30-60 seconds
7. Turn off pump
8. Return valve to FILTER position
9. Turn on pump – Resume normal filtration

💡 Tip: With the 0.75HP pump, backwash cycles may be slightly more efficient due to increased flow through the media.

Winterisation (UK Climate)

Protect your investment during freezing weather:

1. Drain filter tank completely via the water drain fitting
2. Remove drain plug and store safely indoors
3. Drain pump housing – remove drain plug if fitted
4. Drain all pipework – ensure no water traps remain
5. Position multiport valve between settings to prevent seal compression
6. Disconnect electrical supply at isolator
7. Cover equipment or relocate to frost-free storage

⚠️ Critical: Water left in the system during freezing conditions will expand and crack components. Frost damage is not covered under warranty.

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🪨 Filter Media Information

Compatible Media Types

Media Type	Filtration Rating	Lifespan	Key Benefits
Pool Grade Sand	20-40 microns	5-7 years	Economical, proven performance
Glass Media	5-15 microns	10+ years	Finer filtration, eco-friendly, longer lasting
ZeoSand / Zeolite	3-5 microns	5 years	Exceptional clarity, removes ammonia
PureFlow Fibre	Sub-1 micron	3-5 years	Ultra-fine filtration, lightweight

Media Capacity Requirements

For Triton 19″ Filter:

Media Type	Quantity Required
Sand (Grade 16/30)	52 kg
Gravel (support layer)	20 kg
Glass Media	Approximately 37 kg (70% of sand weight)
PureFlow Fibre	1 kg only

💡 Upgrade Recommendation: Glass filter media captures particles down to 5-15 microns compared to 20-40 microns with sand. Combined with the enhanced circulation of the 0.75HP pump, glass media delivers noticeably clearer water.

Signs Media Needs Replacing

• Persistent cloudy water despite correct chemistry
• Increasingly frequent backwash requirements
• Filter pressure won’t reduce after backwashing
• Sand particles appearing in pool
• Reduced water clarity compared to previous seasons

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💎 Filtration Performance

Performance Metric	Value
Filtration Rating (Sand)	20-40 microns
Filtration Rating (Glass)	5-15 microns
Filter Area	0.17 m²
Design Flow Rate	8.5 m³/h
Pump Maximum Flow	14 m³/h

Micron Rating Explained

Rating	Particle Size	What It Removes
40+ microns	Visible to eye	Leaves, debris, large particles
20-40 microns	Fine grain	Sand, dirt, larger algae
10-20 microns	Powder-fine	Fine sediment, most algae, pollen
5-10 microns	Microscopic	Very fine particles, algae spores
Below 5 microns	Sub-microscopic	Bacteria clumps, finest particles

The Triton’s internal design prevents channelling, ensuring water flows evenly through the entire sand bed rather than taking shortcuts. This maximises contact time with the filter media and delivers consistently clear results.

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⚙️ Valve Positions & Functions

The six-position side mount multiport valve provides complete flow control:

Position	Function	When to Use
FILTER	Normal filtration mode	Daily operation
BACKWASH	Reverses flow to clean media	When pressure rises 0.7-1 bar
RINSE	Settles media, clears residual debris	After every backwash
WASTE	Bypasses filter to drain	Lowering water level, vacuuming debris
RECIRCULATE	Bypasses media, returns to pool	Chemical distribution, troubleshooting
CLOSED	Stops all flow	Maintenance, pump priming

⚠️ Important: Always switch off the pump before changing valve positions. Operating the valve under pressure can damage the internal spider gasket.

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🎯 Ideal Applications

Application	Pool Size	Suitability
🏠 Above-ground pools	Up to 70,000 L	✅ Excellent
🏠 In-ground residential pools	Up to 75,000 L	✅ Excellent
🏠 Larger residential pools	Up to 100,000 L	✅ Good (8-hr turnover)
🏡 Holiday home pools	Up to 75,000 L	✅ Excellent
🏊 Pools with extended pipe runs	Various	✅ Excellent – extra pump power handles longer distances
🏊 Pools with elevation changes	Various	✅ Excellent – additional head capacity

Ideal For:

• Pool owners upgrading from smaller systems
• Medium to larger residential pools requiring reliable filtration
• Installations with longer pipe runs or elevation changes
• Pools using automatic cleaners requiring additional flow
• Those seeking the best balance of performance and efficiency

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What size pool is this system suitable for? A: This combination handles pools up to approximately 75,000 litres with comfortable 6-hour turnover, or up to 100,000 litres with extended 8-hour turnover. The 0.75HP pump provides flexibility for varying installation conditions.

Q: Why choose 0.75HP over the 0.5HP version? A: The 0.75HP pump delivers approximately 15-20% more flow, providing faster turnover times and better performance with longer pipe runs or elevation changes. It’s the better choice for pools over 50,000 litres or installations where the equipment is positioned further from the pool.

Q: How often should I backwash? A: Backwash when the pressure gauge reads 0.7-1.0 bar above your clean filter baseline, typically every 1-2 weeks during swimming season. The higher flow rate of the 0.75HP pump can improve backwash efficiency.

Q: What filter media do you recommend? A: This filter accommodates 52 kg sand plus 20 kg gravel, or alternatives like glass media (approximately 37 kg) or PureFlow (1 kg). Glass media is an excellent upgrade, providing finer 5-15 micron filtration and lasting up to twice as long as sand.

Q: Is this system compatible with salt chlorinators? A: Yes, both the Triton filter and Aquaspeed pump are specifically designed for use with salt chlorinated pools. The 316 grade stainless steel shaft and corrosion-resistant construction ensure durability.

Q: What warranty coverage is included? A: The Pentair Triton filter tank carries a 10-year limited warranty on the shell. The Certikin Aquaspeed pump has a 2-year warranty, with 1 year coverage on the mechanical seal and capacitor. Contact Parts4Tubs for complete warranty terms.

Q: Can I install this system myself? A: Competent DIY enthusiasts can install the filter and plumbing. However, all electrical connections must be completed by a qualified electrician to comply with regulations and maintain warranty coverage.

Q: How noisy is the 0.75HP pump? A: The Aquaspeed features IP55 totally enclosed fan cooled motor construction and hydraulically efficient design that minimises turbulence, resulting in quiet operation. The 0.75HP model is only marginally louder than the 0.5HP version.

Q: What’s included in the package? A: This complete package includes the Triton 19″ filter tank, six-position multiport valve, pressure gauge, Aquaspeed 0.75HP pump, and connection unions. Filter media must be purchased separately.

📥 Downloads & Resources

 Pentair Triton Sand Filter Technical Data Sheet – View PDF – Complete filter specifications

 Certikin Aquaspeed Pump Technical Data Sheet – View PDF – Full pump specifications and performance curves

🏆 Why Choose This Triton & Aquaspeed Combination

✅ Enhanced Performance – 0.75HP pump delivers up to 14 m³/h for faster pool turnover

✅ Proven Reliability – Triton filters have over 40 years of trusted performance worldwide

✅ Professionally Matched – Filter and pump selected to work together at optimal efficiency

✅ Built for Longevity – Seamless fibreglass tank and robust pump construction ensure years of service

✅ Versatile Installation – Extra pump power handles longer pipe runs and elevation changes

✅ Low Maintenance – User-friendly design with clear lid, swing-away diffuser, and threaded fittings

✅ Comprehensive Warranty – 10-year filter shell warranty plus 2-year pump warranty

✅ Salt System Ready – Both components engineered for salt chlorinated pools

✅ Full UK Support – Spare parts and technical assistance available through Parts4Tubs

🤝 Why Buy From Parts4Tubs

✅ UK-Based Expertise – Local team of pool and spa specialists

✅ Fast UK Delivery – Prompt dispatch to get your pool operational quickly

✅ Technical Support – Sizing advice and installation guidance available

✅ Competitive Prices – Excellent value on professional-grade equipment

✅ Warranty Assistance – Efficient handling of any warranty matters

✅ Hassle-Free Returns – 30-day returns policy for peace of mind

✅ Complete Range – Filter media, chemicals, and spare parts all in one place

✅ Authorised Stockist – Genuine Pentair and Certikin products

🌟 Summary

The Pentair Triton 19″ Side Mount Sand Filter with Certikin Aquaspeed 0.75HP Pump delivers enhanced filtration performance for pools up to 75,000 litres, with capacity for larger pools requiring extended turnover times. The 0.75HP pump provides approximately 15-20% more flow than the 0.5HP version, making it ideal for medium-sized pools, installations with longer pipe runs, or pool owners seeking faster water turnover. Backed by Pentair’s 10-year tank warranty and Certikin’s 2-year pump coverage, this professionally matched combination offers reliability, performance, and excellent value for UK pool owners.