Sand filter

[emericksmaple]

Does anyone out there use a sand filter to filter their sap? If so could you share some insight on sizes of filters and pump size? We usually average about 120,000 to 140,000 gallons of sap per year. Thanks

[to100]

There was a thread here this winter/spring. Not recommended.

[collinsmapleman2012]

We do it, best way to filter that weve found. hayward sand filter and pump, 2 inch, 1000 gals through in 13 mins, 15 when its dirty.