{"product_id":"hayward_cx550re","title":"Hayward Cartridge Element for StarClear C550 Filter | CX550RE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hayward Cartridge Element (CX550RE) is the OEM replacement filter cartridge element for the Hayward StarClear C550 cartridge filter. This is the genuine Hayward part, engineered to the exact fit and performance specifications of the original element your C550 shipped with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CX550RE element sits inside the StarClear C550 filter tank and captures dirt, debris, and fine particulates as pool water passes through its pleated filter media. Replacing this element on schedule restores the filter's designed flow rate and debris-holding capacity, keeping your water clear without straining your pump.\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;\"\u003eCX550RE\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\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eEach (1)\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\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e19 3\/4\"\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\u003eOuter Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e7\"\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\u003eTop Inner Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e3\"\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\u003eBottom Inner Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003e3\"\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\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 10px;\"\u003eC550\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 filter's manual or on the original cartridge before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePoolaroo Pro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, measure your old element: it should be 19 3\/4\" long with a 7\" outer diameter. If those numbers don't match, double-check your filter model number — the StarClear range spans several tank sizes, each with its own element. When it's time to clean, rinse the pleats with a garden hose working top to bottom; avoid a pressure washer, which can damage the media. For deep-seated sunscreen and body oil buildup, soak the element overnight in a dedicated cartridge filter cleaner before rinsing, and you'll get noticeably more service life between replacements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- wft:processed:manual: --\u003e","brand":"Hayward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54303496274195,"sku":"CX550RE","price":104.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/0687\/5411\/files\/hayward-cartridge-element-for-starclear-c550-filter-cx550re-4.webp?v=1788414860","url":"https:\/\/poolaroo.com\/products\/hayward_cx550re","provider":"Poolaroo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}