{"product_id":"hayward-gauge-adapter-o-ring-ecx1287","title":"Hayward Gauge Adapter O-Ring for Perflex Extended-Cycle DE Filters W3EC50AC W3EC65A W3EC75A | ECX1287","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hayward Gauge Adapter O-Ring (ECX1287) is the OEM replacement sealing O-ring for the pressure gauge adapter on Perflex Extended-Cycle DE filters.\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 this 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\u003eThis O-ring seals the gauge adapter fitting on the filter tank, preventing air ingestion and water leaks at the pressure gauge port. Replacing a worn or flattened O-ring at this fitting restores an accurate pressure reading and a leak-free connection.\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;\"\u003eECX1287\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\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e610377024693\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;\"\u003ePerflex Extended-Cycle DE Filter 25 Sq.Ft. (with Clamp)\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: #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 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: #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 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\u003eBefore seating the new O-ring, clean the gauge adapter groove thoroughly to remove any remnants of the old O-ring or debris. Apply a thin coat of a silicone-based lubricant — available in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/collections\/pool-plumbing-lubricants\"\u003ePool Plumbing Lubricants\u003c\/a\u003e collection — to the O-ring before threading the adapter back in. This prevents pinching and tearing during installation and extends the service life of the seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wft:processed:manual:2026-06-22 --\u003e","brand":"Hayward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51774179049747,"sku":"ECX1287","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/0687\/5411\/files\/hayward-gauge-adapter-o-ring-for-perflex-extended-cycle-de-filters-w3ec50ac-w3ec65a-w3ec75a-ecx1287.webp?v=1785402065","url":"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/hayward-gauge-adapter-o-ring-ecx1287","provider":"Poolaroo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}