EasyPro EC1300 Eco-Clear Pressurized Filter – 1300 Gallons (No UV)
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Description
The EasyPro EC1300 is a pressurized dual-stage pond filter rated for ponds up to 1,300 gallons (or 650 gallons with fish). The pressurized design accepts up to 1,300 GPH flow and can be installed above or below the pond's water level — even buried up to the cleaning ring so only the backwash handle is visible from the surface.
Filtration combines multi-density foam pads for mechanical debris removal and bio-media for biological filtration in a single compact unit measuring 14.8"W × 12.24"D × 15.47"H and weighing 10 lbs. Backwash cleaning requires no disassembly — simply turn the control knob to flush accumulated waste. Compatible with an external UV clarifier plumbed downstream. Backed by a 3-year limited warranty. This model does not include a UV clarifier (see EC1300U for the UV version).
Key Features & Benefits
What’s Included
- EasyPro EC1300 pressurized pond filter housing
- Internal multi-density foam filter pads (mechanical filtration)
- Bio-media (biological filtration)
- Multi-size step barb fittings (1/2", 3/4", 1") — inlet and outlet
- Backwash cleaning system (integrated, no additional parts)
- Owner’s manual and installation instructions
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | EC1300 |
| Pond Capacity (no fish) | Up to 1,300 gallons |
| Pond Capacity (with fish) | Up to 650 gallons |
| Max Flow Rate | 1,300 GPH |
| Filtration Type | Dual: multi-density foam pads (mechanical) + bio-media (biological) |
| Dimensions | 14.8”W × 12.24”D × 15.47”H |
| Weight | 10 lbs |
| Inlet Connection | 1/2”, 3/4”, 1” step barb fitting |
| Outlet Connection | 1/2”, 3/4”, 1” step barb fitting |
| Installation | Above or below pond water level; can be buried to cleaning ring |
| UV Clarifier | Not included — see EC1300U for built-in 9W UV version |
| Backwash | Yes — turn knob to Clean position; no disassembly |
| Warranty | 3-year limited |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum pond capacity for the EasyPro EC1300?
The EC1300 is rated for ponds up to 1,300 gallons with no fish (decorative water gardens, plant-only ponds, or pondless waterfall reservoirs), or 650 gallons with fish. The fish-load rating is exactly half the decorative rating because fish significantly increase the biological load through waste and uneaten food.
Fish load, feeding rate, sunlight exposure, and water temperature all affect actual filtration capacity — a heavily stocked koi pond in full sun in a warm climate places more demand on the filter than a moderately stocked goldfish pond in a shaded yard at the same gallon volume. When in doubt, size up to the next filter capacity (EC2000 or larger) rather than running the EC1300 at the edge of its capacity rating.
How does the Eco-Clear EC1300 provide dual-stage filtration?
Water enters the pressurized filter housing and is pushed sequentially through two filtration stages:
- Stage 1 — Mechanical: Multiple densities of foam pads trap suspended debris from coarse particles (fish waste, leaves, uneaten food) down to finer suspended solids. Coarser foam captures large particles first so the finer foam doesn’t clog prematurely.
- Stage 2 — Biological: Water then flows through bio-media — a structured surface that supports colonies of beneficial bacteria (Nitrosomonas, Nitrobacter) that convert toxic ammonia from fish waste into less harmful nitrite and nitrate.
Both stages are inside the same pressurized housing. Backwashing primarily cleans the mechanical foam pads — the bio-media retains its bacterial colony.
Can this pressurized filter be installed above or below the water level?
Yes — both options work. Because the filter is pressurized (pump pushes water into it), the filter body can be located above the pond’s water surface without gravity pulling water back. Installation options include:
- Beside the pond: Filter sits at grade; inlet from pump, outlet returns to pond or waterfall
- Buried in landscape: The housing can be buried up to the cleaning ring, with only the backwash knob and discharge port above ground — the filter becomes invisible in a planting bed
- Below water level: Also possible; the pressurized design works in either direction
The cleaning ring must remain accessible regardless of installation depth.
How do I know when it is time to backwash the EC1300?
Monitor your pond’s circulation: when you notice reduced waterfall or fountain flow despite a clean pump intake, the filter media is accumulating debris and restricting flow. For most installations, backwashing every 2–4 weeks during peak season (spring/summer when fish feeding is highest and algae most active) maintains optimal performance. In lightly stocked or plant-only ponds, backwash frequency may be once monthly or less.
To backwash: turn the control knob to the “Clean” position, direct the discharge hose away from the pond, and allow the reversed flow to flush accumulated waste for 2–3 minutes. Return the knob to normal operation. No disassembly required.
Is this model compatible with an external UV clarifier?
Yes. The EC1300 (no UV) can be paired with an external UV clarifier plumbed into the discharge line between the filter outlet and the pond or waterfall return. The UV unit sees mechanically pre-filtered water from the EC1300, which extends UV lamp life by reducing the particulate load reaching the quartz sleeve.
Alternatively, consider the EC1300U — the same EC1300 housing with a built-in 9-watt UV clarifier already integrated, available separately. The EC1300U handles the same pond capacities (1,300 gal no fish / 650 gal with fish) with UV added.
What pump flow rate is recommended for the EasyPro EC1300?
Match pump output to the filter’s rated maximum: the EC1300 handles up to 1,300 GPH. A pump in the 800–1,300 GPH range provides optimal contact time in the filter media. Using a pump above 1,300 GPH pushes water through faster than the filter can effectively treat, reducing both mechanical capture and biological contact time.
Connection sizes: both inlet and outlet accept 1/2", 3/4", or 1" step barb fittings. Use the largest size your pump’s outlet supports (1" is best) to minimize friction head loss and maintain rated flow through the filter.
How simple is the cleaning process for the Eco-Clear filter?
Backwash cleaning requires no tools and no opening the canister:
- Direct the backwash discharge hose away from the pond (or to a garden bed or drain)
- Turn the control knob to the “Clean” position
- Allow 2–3 minutes of reversed flow to flush accumulated debris
- Return the knob to the normal operating position
The biological media retains its bacterial colony during normal backwash cycles. Avoid using chlorinated tap water or disinfectants to clean the filter — this would kill the beneficial bacteria and require the filter to re-cycle before effective biological filtration resumes.
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