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Proprietary filters
« on: May 19, 2006, 01:54:39 pm »
I was reading another thread that mentioned spas that have proprietary filters (I think L.A. Spas is a good example with their sock).  Are there any other major spa companies that have cartridge filters that must use that specific companies filters?

As a general rule do most spas have filters that can be purchased at spa supply stores
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Proprietary filters
« on: May 19, 2006, 01:54:39 pm »

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Re: Proprietary filters
« Reply #1 on: May 19, 2006, 02:02:19 pm »
Dealers:

If it's allowed 'blow your companies horn' we're in the spa market, the ease and expense of filter changing/cleaning/replacement is a big factor.
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Re: Proprietary filters
« Reply #2 on: May 19, 2006, 02:58:11 pm »
Sundance's Proprietary Filters:

Microclean I--lasts about 3-4 months--Cost to replace--$14-20

Microclean II filter--lasts 2 water changes--Cost to replace:  $85-110

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Re: Proprietary filters
« Reply #3 on: May 19, 2006, 03:47:51 pm »
OK, Jacuzzi Premium Hot Tubs

Polishing Filter $14-20 replaced 1 x yr.

400 series Microban pleated filter $69-79 cleanable.

300 series pleated $55-65 cleanable.

300 series Microban pleated $69-79 cleanable.

200 series pleated $45-50 cleanable.

All pleated filters with proper care can last up to 3 years.
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Re: Proprietary filters
« Reply #4 on: May 19, 2006, 03:48:30 pm »
Consumers are free to purchase their supplies any place they chose to.  Dealers try to maintain a reason, and in this case manufacturers too, to stop by once and a while for their needs.  Dealers also maintain internet ordering for the customer.

For this reason, some sell Baquaspa product and have a specific territory of non-compete.  Because it is incompatible with other products, it brings the customer back to a single source.  Proprietary Filters from SD, HS or others also serve the purpose of maintaining customer contact.  These items can also be found through different sources and on the internet at competetive prices.


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Re: Proprietary filters
« Reply #5 on: May 19, 2006, 04:53:50 pm »
HS Tri-X filters are proprietary, but all the other filters are not: HS, Tiger River, Solana, HotSpot and Caldera.

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