How often should I change an Intex cartridge?

Every month for the PureSpa Type S1 spa filter cartridge 29001 (twin pack), the most common Intex filter here. Each model page shows the interval for its own filter.

What happens if I don't change the filter?

A clogged cartridge slows the flow and the pump works harder, and a torn one lets dirt back into the water, so the pool or spa clouds.

Does Intex make a compatible cartridge?

Intex makes the genuine cartridge. Compatible cartridges for Intex models are made by other companies to fit the same models, and Australian sellers we track list both; each part page shows the genuine and compatible prices side by side.

Intex pool and spa filter cartridges

Which replacement cartridge each of the 25 Intex pool filters and spas sold in Australia takes, with dated prices from 4 Australian sellers, genuine and compatible side by side.

Most take the 29001 (14 of 25 models), from $5.84. Check yours below.

Genuine · Amazon AU$5.84 each · 6-pack $35.05 All 4 sellers

Showing 21 of 25 Intex models · grouped by part

PureSpa Type S1 spa filter cartridge 29001 (twin pack)takes 29001

Type A filter cartridge 29000takes 29000

Type B filter cartridge 29005takes 29005

CS8111takes 29005 · from $16.95View filter

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How to change your Intex filter cartridge

Steps for the PureSpa Type S1 spa filter cartridge 29001 (twin pack) (29001), the filter 14 Intex models take. Change it every month.

BUBBLE SPA (IO) (English) · Intex Recreation Corp. (official)

1Turn the spa off and unplug the power cord.
2Inside the spa, unscrew the cartridge housing from the tub wall and take the cartridge out.
3Hose the cartridge clean. If it stays soiled or discoloured, use a new one.
4Hold the clean or new cartridge under water and shake it until no air is left inside; trapped air can make the spa show error E90.
5Put the cartridge back in the housing and screw the housing back onto the tub wall, then restart the spa.

Different steps for Type A filter cartridge 29000 · Different steps for Type B filter cartridge 29005 · Different steps for Type H filter cartridge 29007

After fitting the new cartridge

No reset light. Follow the maker's replacement interval.

Get a reminder when your Intex cartridge is due

Most Intex models here change it every month. One email two weeks before, no newsletter. Type the model from the sticker and we set the date for that model.

Common questions

How often should I change an Intex cartridge?: Every month for the PureSpa Type S1 spa filter cartridge 29001 (twin pack), the most common Intex filter here. Each model page shows the interval for its own filter.
What happens if I don't change the filter?: A clogged cartridge slows the flow and the pump works harder, and a torn one lets dirt back into the water, so the pool or spa clouds.
Does Intex make a compatible cartridge?: Intex makes the genuine cartridge. Compatible cartridges for Intex models are made by other companies to fit the same models, and Australian sellers we track list both; each part page shows the genuine and compatible prices side by side.
What do I do after changing the cartridge in an Intex pool filter or spa?: No reset light. Follow the maker's replacement interval.

All 25 Intex pool filters we list, A to Z

Brand names describe compatibility only; FitMatch is independent of Intex. Fitment sources are recorded on every model page.