EF-6 Commercial Effluent Filter by Tuf-Tite

This filter works great. The filter is made well and strong and comes in and out of the base easily. I’m not sure why anyone would buy one of the smaller filters.

First time septic tank owner. I installed this on the out going port of the septic tank. I like the concept and the ease at which the filter can be removed from the housing, then rinsed out and re-inserted. It is worth it to keep any solid particles from getting into the leeching fields.

After talking with the pumpout guy about my septic tank filter issues, he suggested a 6 inch. Showed him a picture of this and he said yes that would be perfect. Ordered it that day and came the next day. Installed it and everything went great.

Liked easy installation

Ok, so this is easy to install IF YOU HAVE THE ROOM to do so. These tips should help you if space is tight as it was for me.First, if you have some water in the bottom of the tank, whatever tools you are using, TIE A STRING to it in case you drop it so you don't have to try to retrieve it from the bottom of the tank--not a pleasant experience!Second, many of you will have a PCV "T" already installed. If so, you should NOT use any kind of power saw such as a reciprocating saw to cut the "T" off--its overkill and possibly can cause you problems you don't need to risk. There is a hand pipe saw made specifically for cutting PVC pipe it works great--goes through the pipe like butter (see link).Third--if space is tight you'll have a problem "roughing" up or sanding/cleaning the PVC pipe you need to connect to. You can use a roll of emery cloth (one inch)--cut a piece long enough so you can work it back and forth on the underside of the pipe. Use a mirror to check the underside to make sure you have it cleaned and roughed up.Fourth, connect it DRY first to make sure you have easy access to the filter--that is to be able to pull it straight up to take it out to clean it--there is some "bend" in it but just make sure you can remove the filter before you glue it in. The pipe can get "stuck" so again if you are in "tight" working quarters, use a bit of cooking oil spray--works great to make it easy to get on and off--just wipe it dry once you are ready to glue.Fifth, if you are connecting to 4-inch PVC pipe you'll need to use the adapter that comes with it--I saw a review that said it fit without it and I don't understand that--perhaps there is some really thick PVC pipe some people have. However the adapter fits snug around 4-inch PVC pipe. Glue the adapter in first and let it set for 20 minutes.Sixth, glue the filter "T" into the outlet pipe and check it with a level (again a mirror is good for this in tight spaces where you can't bend over).Finally, there is an arrow on the filter that should point to the outlet--make sure it does.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CEF5L8?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

I got this for one purpose, to act as a spare. And this product does the trick admirably.Actually, I noticed when I clean the filter, some junk gets by in the meantime. I bought this one to serve as the one being used to switch for the dirty one.In other words, I pull out the one out that’s been in service for 2 or 3 months, and I the quickly re-insert this one (the clean one) in its place. This means that an absolute minimum of junk can pass in those few seconds. And then, I can clean the prior one at my leisure, before storing it ready for the next inspection.

Correct product arrived including the baffle TEE and blue filter inside. The SCH 40 PVC X SDR 35 PVC glue bushing was NOT included in the package I received. Luckily, I am a plumber and I specialize in underground utility work, so I had one on my truck.This was actually purchased for my own home and I did need the glue bushing. I would have been mad if I had to run out and buy the glue bushing separately when it was INCLUDED in the description. I feel like I should give two stars, what good is a part if it is missing pieces.Great product though. Helpful tip - the top of the blue filter piece has a round hole with two screw holes. Use some corrosion resistant screws and attach 1/2" PVC to the filter. Use a piece of 1/2" PVC with a tee or 90 degree elbow glued on top, to grab it easily. Extend the 1/2" PVC near the top of the tank so it will be easy to grab and remove the filter for cleaning.

had noidea the amount of hair and laundry fuzz was going into my system. This is a gamechanger!!