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I am installing a Pentair TR140C which specifies 275# of 1/4 to 1/8" dia pea gravel.
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What I find is that, when wet, this amount just matches the height of the top of the
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should they be exposed? The sand will go above this obviously, leaving the needed
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Pentair can verify the height. I chose not to use ANY gravel in mine ( 9 years ago) and
it has functioned just fine. (it was a TR-140....not 140C) I don't think the exact amount
is really critical but pentair should be consulted.

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I have a follow up question what is the advantage / purpose of using a pea gravel layer
with sand vs. using all sand with no pea gravel?

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what is the advantage / purpose of using a pea gravel layer with sand vs. using all sand with
no pea gravel?

duraleigh I don't want to hi-jack the thread from OP but it seems to be a way to get more flow
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I got an answer from Pentair, but in case others wonder about this I am providing their
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They said that the pea gravel is used to aid/protect the laterals. Having it just slightly
Ron Stordahl above the tops of the laterals is fine. This required 275# of 1/8-1/4" pea gravel,
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In this configuration the unit is working well, with a pressure of 12 psi and flow rate of
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Thanks guys this is really helpful information.

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