{"product_id":"hayward-directional-vent-valve-w-o-ring-ecx1322a","title":"Hayward Directional Vent Valve with O-Ring for StarClear Plus, StarClear, and Perflex Extended-Cycle DE Filters | ECX1322A","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hayward Directional Vent Valve with O-Ring (ECX1322A) is the OEM replacement vent valve assembly for Hayward StarClear Plus, StarClear, and Perflex Extended-Cycle DE filter models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border: 2px solid #FFEAA7; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin: 15px 0; color: #856404;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: LUBRICATION REQUIRED — SOLD SEPARATELY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlways lubricate the included O-ring with a silicone-based lubricant before installation. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/collections\/pool-plumbing-lubricants\"\u003ePool Plumbing Lubricants\u003c\/a\u003e for a compatible silicone lubricant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe directional vent valve allows air to be purged from the filter tank during startup and after servicing. Replacing a worn or leaking valve restores a proper air-tight seal at the top of the filter housing, ensuring the tank pressurises correctly and operates at rated performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHayward Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eECX1322A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eO-Ring Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e610377024808\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFits Into\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 20px 0; border: 1px solid #ccc;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eStarClear Plus Cartridge Filter 120 Sq.Ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eW3C1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eStarClear Plus Cartridge Filter 120 Sq.Ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eW3C12002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eStarClear Plus Cartridge Filter 175 Sq.Ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eW3C17502\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eStarClear Cartridge Filter 50 Sq.Ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eW3C500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePerflex Extended-Cycle DE Filter 20 Sq.Ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eW3EC40AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePerflex Extended-Cycle DE Filter 25 Sq.Ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eW3EC50AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePerflex Extended-Cycle DE Filter 27 Sq.Ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eW3EC65A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eHayward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003ePerflex Extended-Cycle DE Filter 40 Sq.Ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eW3EC75A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCompatibility is based on Hayward parts documentation and available OEM records. This is not an exhaustive list. For certainty, verify the part number in your equipment's manual or on the original part itself before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePoolaroo Pro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen installing this valve, apply a thin, even coat of silicone-based lubricant to the O-ring before seating it — this prevents tearing during assembly and ensures a leak-free seal at the filter housing. Find a compatible lubricant in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/collections\/pool-plumbing-lubricants\"\u003ePool Plumbing Lubricants\u003c\/a\u003e collection. Inspect the O-ring for any nicks or flat spots before reassembly; if the ring shows any deformation, replace it before returning the filter to service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wft:processed:manual:2026-06-22 --\u003e","brand":"Hayward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51774142644499,"sku":"ECX1322A","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/0687\/5411\/files\/HPPECX1322A_0.jpg?v=1747700824","url":"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/hayward-directional-vent-valve-w-o-ring-ecx1322a","provider":"Poolaroo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}