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 Vortex make a compatible cartridge?

Vortex makes the genuine cartridge. Compatible cartridges for Vortex 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.

Vortex spa filter cartridges

Which replacement cartridge each of the 20 Vortex spas sold in Australia takes, with dated prices from 4 Australian sellers, genuine and compatible side by side.

Most take the 125979 (17 of 20 models), from $42.00. Check yours below.

Compatible · Heater and Spa Parts$42.00 Genuine · Spa World$59.67 each · 3-pack $179.00 All 4 sellers

Showing 20 of 20 Vortex models · grouped by part

215 x 125 mm camlock pleated filter (125979)takes 125979

IKON / Palladium filter 336 x 125 mm (124756)takes 124756

Gemini short barrel filter 225 x 125 mm (124310)takes 124310

Geminitakes 124310 · from $49.95View filter

How to change your Vortex spa filter cartridge

Steps for the 215 x 125 mm camlock pleated filter (125979) (125979), the filter 18 Vortex models take.

Spa Filter Cleaning Guide: Maintain Crystal-Clear Water & Extend Filter Life! · Spa World (official)

1Switch the spa off at the isolating switch before you open the filter.
2Lift off the filter face (weir door) to reach the three cartridges in the filter box.
3Twist the camlock cartridge to release it and lift it out.
4Rinse the pleats with a hose, or fit a new cartridge. Purezone filters are not cleaned: replace them.
5Push the cartridge down onto the camlock base and twist it until it locks. Refit the filter face and switch the spa back on.

Different steps for 400 threaded pleated filter, 210 x 125 mm (124248) · Different steps for Spas Purezone 400 threaded micron filter 210 x 125 mm (124547) · Different steps for IKON / Palladium filter 336 x 125 mm (124756) · Different steps for Gemini short barrel filter 225 x 125 mm (124310)

After fitting the new cartridge

The Vortex manual describes no filter reminder; follow its cleaning schedule.

Common questions

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 Vortex make a compatible cartridge?: Vortex makes the genuine cartridge. Compatible cartridges for Vortex 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 a Vortex spa?: The Vortex manual describes no filter reminder; follow its cleaning schedule.

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