Hayward Lateral Assembly

This assembly is specifically engineered for Hayward Pro Series S244T and S270T top-mount sand filters. Before purchasing, verify your tank model number—typically found on a label on the side or top of the filter—to ensure it matches these specific 24-inch or 27-inch models.

Yes, this is a complete factory-original assembly. It includes the standpipe, the manifold hub, and all ten swivel-style laterals, so you can replace the entire internal structure at once rather than piecing it together.

Swivel-style laterals are designed to move slightly, which helps prevent sand from packing too tightly around the fingers. This improved flexibility promotes better water flow and more efficient backwashing, keeping your filter media cleaner over time.

If you are comfortable opening your filter tank, the installation is straightforward. Since this is an OEM part, it is designed to drop into place according to factory specifications, though you will need to carefully remove the old sand and clean the tank interior before inserting the new assembly.

Yes, this lateral assembly is compatible with both traditional silica sand and alternative filter media like glass or zeolite. The critical factor is ensuring the lateral slots are small enough to retain your specific media type, which this standard Hayward design is built to handle.