{"product_id":"filbur-pc1290-cartridge-8-1-2-x-23-3-8-100-sq-ft","title":"Filbur PC1290 100 Sq Ft Pool Filter Cartridge (FC-1290)","description":"\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .fpc1290-wrap, .fpc1290-wrap * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .fpc1290-wrap {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n    color: #1a1a1a;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n  }\n\n  \/* Hero (compact) *\/\n  .fpc1290-hero {\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1a4d2e 0%, #8bc34a 100%);\n    color: #fff;\n    padding: 36px 32px;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    text-align: center;\n    margin-bottom: 28px;\n  }\n  .fpc1290-hero h1 { font-size: 2em; margin: 0 0 8px; font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: -0.02em; }\n  .fpc1290-tagline { font-size: 1.1em; opacity: 0.95; margin: 0 0 18px; }\n  .fpc1290-badges { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center; gap: 8px; }\n  .fpc1290-badge {\n    background: rgba(255,255,255,0.18);\n    border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.3);\n    color: #fff;\n    padding: 6px 14px;\n    border-radius: 50px;\n    font-size: 0.85em;\n    font-weight: 600;\n  }\n\n  \/* Intro *\/\n  .fpc1290-intro {\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 0 auto 32px;\n    text-align: center;\n    font-size: 1.05em;\n    color: #333;\n  }\n\n  \/* Stat strip *\/\n  .fpc1290-stats {\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0c2c1a 0%, #1a4d2e 100%);\n    color: #fff;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    padding: 24px;\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(5, 1fr);\n    gap: 12px;\n    margin-bottom: 36px;\n  }\n  .fpc1290-stat { text-align: center; 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color: #444; font-size: 0.95em; }\n\n  \/* Warning *\/\n  .fpc1290-warning {\n    background: #fff7e0;\n    border-left: 5px solid #f5a623;\n    border-radius: 10px;\n    padding: 18px 22px;\n    margin-bottom: 36px;\n  }\n  .fpc1290-warning h4 { margin: 0 0 6px; color: #8a5b00; font-size: 1.05em; }\n  .fpc1290-warning p { margin: 0; color: #5a3d00; font-size: 0.95em; }\n\n  \/* Spec grid *\/\n  .fpc1290-spec-grid {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(280px, 1fr));\n    background: #f7f8fc;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n  }\n  .fpc1290-spec-row {\n    display: flex;\n    justify-content: space-between;\n    gap: 12px;\n    padding: 12px 18px;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #e1e6ed;\n    font-size: 0.95em;\n  }\n  .fpc1290-spec-key { font-weight: 600; color: #1a4d2e; }\n  .fpc1290-spec-val { color: #1a1a1a; text-align: right; }\n\n  \/* FAQ *\/\n  .fpc1290-faq-card {\n    background: #fff;\n    border: 1px solid #e1e6ed;\n    border-radius: 10px;\n    padding: 18px 22px;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  .fpc1290-faq-card h4 { margin: 0 0 6px; color: #1a4d2e; font-size: 1.02em; }\n  .fpc1290-faq-card p { margin: 0; color: #333; font-size: 0.95em; }\n\n  \/* CTA *\/\n  .fpc1290-cta {\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1a4d2e 0%, #8bc34a 100%);\n    color: #fff;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    padding: 32px 28px;\n    text-align: center;\n  }\n  .fpc1290-cta h2 { font-size: 1.6em; margin: 0 0 8px; }\n  .fpc1290-cta p { margin: 0 0 18px; font-size: 1em; opacity: 0.95; }\n  .fpc1290-perks { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center; gap: 8px; }\n  .fpc1290-perk {\n    background: rgba(255,255,255,0.18);\n    border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.3);\n    padding: 6px 14px;\n    border-radius: 50px;\n    font-size: 0.88em;\n    font-weight: 600;\n  }\n\n  \/* Responsive *\/\n  @media (max-width: 700px) {\n    .fpc1290-hero h1 { font-size: 1.5em; }\n    .fpc1290-stats { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-wrap\"\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"fpc1290-hero\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eFilbur PC1290 100 Sq Ft Pool Filter Cartridge\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"fpc1290-tagline\"\u003eDrop-in replacement for Hayward C-1100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-badges\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-badge\"\u003e100 Sq Ft Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-badge\"\u003eFree Flow Core\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-badge\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-badge\"\u003e30-Day Returns\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"fpc1290-intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFilbur PC1290\u003c\/strong\u003e (MPN \u003cstrong\u003eFC-1290\u003c\/strong\u003e, SKU \u003cstrong\u003ePST-PC1290\u003c\/strong\u003e) is a 100 square foot replacement filter cartridge built to drop straight into the \u003cstrong\u003eHayward Star-Clear Plus C-1100\u003c\/strong\u003e filter housing. It crosses to \u003cstrong\u003eUnicel C-8610\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePleatco PA100\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Hayward OEM \u003cstrong\u003eCX1100RE\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you can match it by any number stamped on your old element. At 8-1\/2 inches around and 23-3\/8 inches tall with 4-inch open ends, it seats on the same standpipe and gives your pool the full filtration area the system was engineered for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"fpc1290-stats\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-value\"\u003e100\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-label\"\u003eSq Ft Media\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-value\"\u003e8-1\/2\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-label\"\u003eOuter Diameter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-value\"\u003e23-3\/8\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-label\"\u003eLength\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-value\"\u003e4\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-label\"\u003eOpen End Caps\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-value\"\u003e4 oz\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-stat-label\"\u003ePolyester Media\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"fpc1290-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eWhy PST Customers Pick This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-feature-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-emoji\"\u003e🎯\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eExact Hayward Fit\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatches the \u003cstrong\u003eHayward Star-Clear Plus C-1100\u003c\/strong\u003e housing one-for-one. Same diameter, length, and 4-inch open end caps, so it slides onto the standpipe with no adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-emoji\"\u003e🌊\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFree Flow Core\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open free-flow core keeps water moving through every pleat, holding pressure low and flow high so your pump works less and your pool turns over faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-emoji\"\u003e💧\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFull 100 Sq Ft Surface\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep-cut pleats pack a full \u003cstrong\u003e100 square feet\u003c\/strong\u003e of filtration media into the housing, trapping fine dirt, oils, and debris while stretching the time between cleanings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-emoji\"\u003e⚙️\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e4 oz Reinforced Media\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy \u003cstrong\u003e4 oz spun-bonded polyester\u003c\/strong\u003e resists chemical wear and pool chemistry season after season, holding its pleat shape instead of collapsing under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-emoji\"\u003e🔧\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMolded Gasket Ends\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth end caps are molded with a built-in gasket for a tight seal against the filter tank, keeping unfiltered water from bypassing the cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-emoji\"\u003e📏\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCross-Reference Match\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplaces \u003cstrong\u003eUnicel C-8610\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePleatco PA100\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hayward \u003cstrong\u003eCX1100RE\u003c\/strong\u003e, and PacFab 19905. Match it by whatever number is printed on your current cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \n\n  \u003csection class=\"fpc1290-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003eFilbur\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eModel \/ MPN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003eFC-1290\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003ePST-PC1290\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eFiltration Area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003e100 sq ft\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eOuter Diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003e8-1\/2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eLength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003e23-3\/8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eTop End Cap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003e4 in open, molded gasket\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eBottom End Cap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003e4 in open, molded gasket\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eMedia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003e4 oz reinforced polyester\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eCore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003eFree-flow open core\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eFits Filter Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003eHayward Star-Clear Plus C-1100\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eHayward OEM Cross\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003eCX1100RE\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eUnicel Cross\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003eC-8610\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003ePleatco Cross\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003ePA100\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003ePacFab Cross\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003e19905\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-key\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-spec-val\"\u003ePool and spa cartridge filters\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003csection class=\"fpc1290-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eWhich filter does the PC1290 fit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIt is a direct replacement element for the \u003cstrong\u003eHayward Star-Clear Plus C-1100\u003c\/strong\u003e cartridge filter, which uses the Hayward OEM cartridge \u003cstrong\u003eCX1100RE\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your tank holds a single 100 sq ft cartridge that is roughly 8-1\/2 inches around and 23-3\/8 inches tall, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eWhat part numbers does this cross-reference?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe PC1290 replaces \u003cstrong\u003eUnicel C-8610\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePleatco PA100\u003c\/strong\u003e, Hayward \u003cstrong\u003eCX1100RE\u003c\/strong\u003e and C-1100, and PacFab\/Pentair \u003cstrong\u003e19905\u003c\/strong\u003e. Any of those numbers on your old cartridge confirms the match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eHow big is the cartridge?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe cartridge measures \u003cstrong\u003e8-1\/2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e in outer diameter and \u003cstrong\u003e23-3\/8 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e long, with 4-inch open end caps on both ends and a molded gasket seal. It carries a full \u003cstrong\u003e100 square feet\u003c\/strong\u003e of media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eHow often should I replace it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMost cartridges last one to three seasons depending on bather load and water chemistry. Rinse it when the filter gauge climbs 8 to 10 PSI above its clean starting pressure, and replace it once the pleats no longer come clean or the media frays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eCan I install it myself?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes. Power off the pump, relieve pressure with the air bleed, open the tank, lift out the old element, drop the PC1290 onto the standpipe, then reassemble and restart. No tools beyond a clamp wrench are typically needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \n\n  \u003csection class=\"fpc1290-cta\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eOrder the Filbur PC1290 From PST\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAuthorized Filbur dealer. Backed by the PST Pool Supplies service team and fast shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"fpc1290-perks\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-perk\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-perk\"\u003e30-Day Returns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-perk\"\u003eFilbur Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fpc1290-perk\"\u003eAuthorized Filbur Dealer\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Filbur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44083961102401,"sku":"PST-PC1290","price":60.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.pstpoolsupplies.com\/products\/filbur-pc1290-cartridge-8-1-2-x-23-3-8-100-sq-ft","provider":"PST Pool Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}