Pentair - FNS Plus DE Filter Bottom Spreader

Item No. 66753 | Manufacturer SKU: V38-142
Item No. 66753 | Manufacturer SKU: V38-142
Pentair FNS Plus DE Filter Bottom Spreader
Pentair FNS Plus DE Filter Bottom Spreader
FNS Plus DE Filter Bottom Spreader
$99.99
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Keep your filter grids aligned with the Pentair V38-142 Bottom Spreader. Designed for FNS Plus DE filters to ensure even water flow and prevent grid shifting. More Details

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Keep your filter grids aligned with the Pentair V38-142 Bottom Spreader. Designed for FNS Plus DE filters to ensure even water flow and prevent grid shifting.
  • Grid Alignment: Keeps the bottom of the D.E. grids firmly in place, ensuring they remain parallel for maximum filtration surface area.
  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Molded from high-impact, chemical-resistant thermoplastic designed to withstand the high-pressure environment inside the filter tank.
  • Enhanced Flow Dynamics: Maintains the proper distance between grids to prevent "clog points," allowing for more efficient backwashing and longer filter cycles.
  • Direct OEM Replacement: Genuine Pentair part (V38-142) guaranteed to fit all FNS Plus series models (FNS 24, 36, 48, and 60).
  • Prevents Grid Damage: By stabilizing the bottom of the grids, it reduces vibration and friction that can lead to tears in the grid fabric.

The Pentair FNS Plus DE Filter Bottom Spreader (V38-142) is a crucial internal component designed to maintain the structural integrity and alignment of your vertical grid stack. Located at the base of the filter, this "spreader" or "spacer" plate ensures that the eight D.E. (Diatomaceous Earth) grids remain perfectly spaced and vertically upright.

By preventing the grids from shifting or touching, the V38-142 ensures that water and D.E. powder can flow evenly across the entire surface area of the fabric. Replacing a cracked or warped spreader is essential for preventing "bypass"--the process where unfiltered water escapes through gaps in the grid assembly and returns debris to your pool.

Product Type: Pool Part
Whole Good Type: Pool Filter
Manufacturer: Pentair
Compatible With: Pentair FNS DE Pool Filter 24, 36, 48, 60 sq ft