{"product_id":"hayward-cx1280xrepak4-525-filter-cartridge-set","title":"Hayward SwimClear Replacement Cartridge Set CX1280XREPAK4 – 525 Sq Ft for C5030\/C5025","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 100%; color: #1f2937; line-height: 1.7;\" class=\"ups-product-desc\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg,#0f4c81 0%,#1273b8 100%); color: #ffffff; border-radius: 18px; padding: 24px 20px; margin: 0 0 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 13px; text-transform: uppercase; opacity: 0.9; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eGenuine Hayward Replacement Cartridge Set\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-size: 30px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eHayward SwimClear Replacement Cartridge Set - 4-Pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 16px; color: #ffffff;\"\u003eComplete genuine Hayward four-cartridge replacement set designed to restore original filtration performance for compatible 525 sq. ft. SwimClear cartridge filter systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- WARRANTY --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px; margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; font-size: 22px; color: #1e3a8a;\"\u003eWarranty Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Month Manufacturer's Replacement Part Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 0 0; font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\"\u003eUltimate Pools is your first point of contact for compatibility verification, installation guidance, and warranty support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHayward Replacement Cartridge Set (CX1280XREPAK4)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM replacement kit engineered for compatible \u003cstrong\u003eHayward SwimClear 525 sq. ft. cartridge filter systems\u003c\/strong\u003e. Manufactured using premium 4 oz. polyester media, these cartridges deliver outstanding first-pass debris removal, long filtration cycles, and maximum hydraulic efficiency while maintaining the original performance of your Hayward filtration system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis complete replacement kit includes \u003cstrong\u003efour genuine Hayward cartridges\u003c\/strong\u003e, each providing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e131 sq. ft. of filtration area\u003c\/strong\u003e for a combined filtration capacity of 525 sq. ft. Replacing all four cartridges together helps maintain balanced water flow, maximum filtration efficiency, and long-term equipment performance. If you only require one replacement cartridge, the compatible \u003cstrong\u003eHayward CX1280XRE\u003c\/strong\u003e single cartridge is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 26px; margin: 0 0 18px 0; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr)); gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Hayward OEM Cartridges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufactured to original specifications to maintain factory fit, flow, and filtration performance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Four-Cartridge Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes all four replacement cartridges required for a complete 525 sq. ft. filter replacement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e525 Sq. Ft. Total Filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh-capacity filtration delivers exceptional dirt-holding capability and crystal-clear water.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium NSF Certified Media\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePremium 4 oz. polyester filter media meets NSF standards for quality and durability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Hydraulic Efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrecision engineered cores maximize water flow while minimizing pressure loss.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Season Durability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReinforced construction withstands repeated cleanings while delivering dependable long-term performance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- COMPATIBILITY --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 32px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 26px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #dbeafe; border-radius: 14px; padding: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eCompatible with select Hayward cartridge filter systems including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHayward SwimClear C5000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHayward SwimClear C5020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHayward SwimClear C5025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHayward SwimClear C5030\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHayward W3C5030\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Hayward Super Star-Clear cartridge filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 16px 0 0 0; font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\"\u003eCompatibility may vary by production year and filter configuration. Verify your filter model, replacement part number (CX1280XREPAK4), and cartridge dimensions before ordering. This listing includes all four cartridges required for a complete filter replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECS --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 28px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 24px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 520px; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eCX1280XREPAK4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003ePool Filter Cartridge Set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Filtration Area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e525 sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration Area Per Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e131 sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e4 cartridges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e7 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e32 7\/8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Opening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e3-inch open\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Opening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e3-inch open\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eNSF Certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eHayward SwimClear C5000, C5020, C5025, C5030, W3C5030 and compatible Super Star-Clear cartridge filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003eResidential swimming pool filtration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e6 Month Manufacturer's Replacement Part Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate Version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px;\"\u003eCX1280XRE - Single Replacement Cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 26px; margin: 0 0 16px 0; color: #0f172a;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 14px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this set include every cartridge required for my filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This package contains all four genuine Hayward cartridges required for compatible 525 sq. ft. SwimClear filter systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I replace only one cartridge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Individual replacement cartridges (CX1280XRE) are available if only one cartridge requires replacement. For optimum filtration, replacing all four together is recommended.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy should I use genuine Hayward cartridges?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenuine Hayward cartridges are engineered to maintain the original fit, hydraulic efficiency, and filtration performance of your Hayward filter system.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e7eb;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should the cartridges be cleaned?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClean the cartridges whenever the filter pressure increases approximately 8–10 PSI above the clean starting pressure to maintain peak performance. For a deep clean, you can use the \u003ca style=\"color: #1d4ed8; font-weight: 600; text-decoration: none;\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/ultimatepools.ca\/products\/klean-filter-pool-spa-filter-cleaner\"\u003eSummer Smiles Klean Filter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I verify compatibility?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConfirm your Hayward filter model and replacement part number before ordering. If you're unsure, Ultimate Pools can help verify the correct replacement cartridges for your filter.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hayward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43080203960489,"sku":"CX1280XREPAK4","price":637.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/2647\/4409\/files\/cx1280xrepak4.png?v=1706120910","url":"https:\/\/ultimatepools.ca\/products\/hayward-cx1280xrepak4-525-filter-cartridge-set","provider":"ultimatepools.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}