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Replacement Filter Cartridges
Replacement cartridge sets for the Hayward® Super-Star-Clear commercial-grade cartridge filters (C3000, C4000, C5000, C5500). Each tank runs four cartridges — our 4-packs replace the full set. Match the CX part number on your current cartridge in the chart below the products.
No cartridges match these filters.
XLS-719 • 4-Pack
In stockReplaces: Hayward CX870XRE, Pleatco PA100, Unicel C-7487, Filbur FC-1270
XLS-709 • 4-Pack
In stockReplaces: Hayward CX570XRE, Pleatco PA75, Unicel C-7477, Filbur FC-1260
XLS-779 • 4-Pack
In stockReplaces: Hayward CX1380RE, Pleatco PA137, Unicel C-7490, Filbur FC-1297
XLS-777 • 4-Pack
In stockReplaces: Hayward CX1260RE, Pleatco PA126, Unicel C-7495, Filbur FC-1296
Excel Filters makes direct-fit 4-pack replacement cartridge sets for Hayward® Super-Star-Clear filters — C3000, C4000, C5000, and C5500. These housings share elements with the matching SwimClear multi-element models, so match the CX part number on your current cartridge for OEM-spec fit at factory-direct pricing.
Super-Star-Clear tanks run four cartridges. Replace the full set together for even flow. The stainless C3000S and C4000S use the same elements as the standard C3000 and C4000.
| Housing model | OEM cartridge | Unicel | Pleatco | Filbur | Excel replacement | Qty per housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super-Star-Clear C3000 / C3000S | CX570XRE | C-7477 | PA75 | FC-1260 | XLS-709 4-pack | 4 |
| Super-Star-Clear C4000 / C4000S | CX870XRE | C-7487 | PA100 | FC-1270 | XLS-719 4-pack | 4 |
| Super-Star-Clear C5000 | CX1260RE | C-7495 | PA126 | FC-1296 | XLS-777 4-pack | 4 |
| Super-Star-Clear C5500 | CX1380RE | C-7490 | PA137 | FC-1297 | XLS-779 4-pack | 4 |
Four cartridges per tank. Replace the complete set at once — mixing worn and new elements unbalances flow. Each Excel 4-pack covers one full change.
They are closely related commercial-grade multi-element families and the corresponding sizes share the same CX elements — for example the C3000 and SwimClear C3020 both use CX570-style cartridges. Match the CX number on your cartridge and either name leads to the same Excel replacement.
No. Excel Filters cartridges are aftermarket replacements manufactured in the USA to OEM dimensions and media area. They are not affiliated with or endorsed by Hayward.
