DuraDrain Backwash Hose
DuraDrain Backwash Hose
Heavy-duty 50-foot lay-flat backwash hose engineered for discharging wastewater from sand and DE pool filters smoothly without ballooning, kinking, or leaking.
Package Contents
- 1× 50-foot DuraDrain lay-flat discharge hose (1.5-inch internal diameter)
- 1× Heavy-duty stainless steel worm-gear hose clamp
- 1× Reusable Velcro roll-up storage cinch strap
Technical Parameters & Build Specifications
Precision engineered to manage high-velocity wastewater ejection from sand and DE filtration units.
| Parameter | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| Hose Length | 50 feet (15.24 meters) |
| Nominal Inside Diameter | 1.5 inches (fits standard 1.5-inch PVC adapters & barb fittings) |
| Material Composition | Heavy-gauge extruded PVC with reinforced polyester yarn weave |
| Working Burst Pressure | Operating up to 45 PSI (burst threshold tested at 120 PSI) |
| Thermal Resistance | -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F) for all-season longevity |
| Chemical Protection | Chlorine, bromine, mild acids, salt water, and UV degradation resistant |
Purpose-Built Wastewater Disposal for Pool Maintenance
Regular backwashing is vital for clearing accumulated particulates, dead algae, and sediment trapped inside sand and diatomaceous earth (DE) filters. Standard garden hoses or thin vinyl tubes frequently crack under the swift surge of backwash flow, resulting in messy lawn blowouts and flooded equipment pads. The DuraDrain Backwash Hose routes effluent reliably away from foundations, decks, and garden beds directly into appropriate drainage areas.
Extruded from durable industrial PVC with cross-woven fiber reinforcement, the hose resists abrasions across concrete pavers, gravel, and rough turf. When the pump turns off, water vacates rapidly, allowing the sleeve to flatten completely so you can roll the entire 50-foot run into a lightweight, compact bundle stored safely on a hook or inside an equipment shed.
Operational Recommendations & Usage Steps
- Slide the included stainless gear clamp loosely over the hose collar before slipping the opening over your filter waste discharge port.
- Unroll the entire 50-foot length smoothly across your yard or driveway to eliminate bends and guarantee unobstructed flow before starting the pump.
- Tighten the worm-gear clamp firmly with a flathead screwdriver or socket driver to prevent accidental detachment under line surge pressure.
- Allow complete water drainage after the filter cycle completes, air-dry briefly, and roll up neatly with the Velcro strap to extend lifespan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common answers concerning connections, compatibility, and durability of the DuraDrain hose.
Yes. The DuraDrain hose has a relaxed 1.5-inch internal diameter specifically sized to slip over conventional 1.5-inch male pipe adapters or barbed waste fittings on sand and DE multi-port valves, secured firmly with the included stainless clamp.
DuraDrain features advanced ultraviolet inhibitors blended throughout the PVC matrix to resist sunlight degradation. While durable in outdoor conditions, we recommend storing the dried hose coiled in a covered area between backwash sessions.
Yes. Two DuraDrain hoses connect easily using an ordinary 1.5-inch double-barbed hose coupler or a short section of 1.5-inch PVC pipe secured at each end with a stainless hose clamp.
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