GM Vortex Filters
Vortex filters are designed to provide reliable, low maintenance pre filtration for ponds. The primary function of Vortex filters is to pre filter all the large waste and debris that would normally accumulate on the bottom of ponds especially Koi ponds. Vortex filters provide the first stage in filtration (mechanical stage) and if installed correctly can filter out as much as 80% of the organic matter that passes through them.
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Kockney Koi Fibreglass VortexStarting at £315.00
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Vortex FiltersStarting at £145.00
Vortex filters are designed to provide reliable, low maintenance pre filtration for ponds. The primary function of Vortex filters is to pre filter all the large waste and debris that would normally accumulate on the bottom of ponds especially Koi ponds. Vortex filters provide the first stage in filtration (mechanical stage) and if installed correctly can filter out as much as 80% of the organic matter that passes through them.
Vortex filters, as mentioned above are primarily used as the first or mechanical stage of any filtration system and therefore should be placed as the first filter at the start of any filtration installation. In standard installations, water from the bottom of the pond is fed direct into the vortex filter by means of a bottom drain or drains, this water is fed together with waste and other debris directly into the vortex chamber via either 4" or 110mm pipe. You will notice from the image, that the inlet pipe to the vortex is offset, as the water enters the vortex the water within the vortex adopts a 'spiral' motion which is a vortes and from where the filter derives it's name.
This 'spiral' motion within the filter causes the waste and debris within the water to settle into the bottom of the vortex chamber where it then collects. This debris will accululate waiting to be 'Flushed' away via the Slide Valve/ball which should be fitted to the external pipework that has been installed as part of your filtration system.
The Vortex comes in two designs with both Fixed and Universal outlets:
Fixed Outlet:
The return or outlet is in a fixed position 180° opposite the main inlet.
Universal Outlet:
The return or outlet manifold can be installed to suit the customer’s individual requirements to align with the exact positioning of the next filter bay.
The waste outlet is taken from the base of the cone shaped settlement area and protrudes through the side wall in the base of the vortex, it is from here that all the sediment that has been collected is drained and flushed away. As easy as that!
| Model | Dia cm | Height cm |
|---|---|---|
| Vortex Small | 61 | 78 |
| Vortex Medium | 70 | 94 |
| Vortex Large | 92 | 140 |
Standard Delivery Monday to Friday, via DPD or APC
You will receive from our courier tracking details once your item has been despatched, please ensure you check your email / mobile number to monitor your parcel in transit.
Delivery costs for standard items in the UK - £5.95
(Surcharges do apply to remote postcodes)
Heavy items - £9.95
Pipe - £14.95
Larger items:
Palletised items - Some large oversize products, typically items weighing more than 30kg, may require delivery via pallet. Standard Pallet charge is approx. £50.00. To ensure there are no delays with delivery, please include a contact number when placing the order.
Overseas – DHL and UPS, cost based on weight / volume at checkout.
Damages
Although we check that items we send are in good condition before despatched and are packed well to prevent damage, it is sometimes inevitable that the occasional item will get broken in transit.
Should this happen, please let us know within 24 hours of receiving your parcel. We will ask you to email us providing some images of the damage so we can address this with the courier.
We will arrange for a replacement to be sent out to you as quickly as possible, free of charge.
