FRP Vessel 13×54 Complete – Automatic Backwash Head (No Media Included)

This 13×54 FRP Vessel Complete Set features a robust fibreglass pressure vessel fitted with a fully automatic backwash control valve and internal distributor system – supplied without filtration media. Designed for automated media filtration cycles, this unit is ideal for treating borehole, rainwater, or municipal supply in residential, commercial, and light industrial settings.

The automatic control valve allows for programmable backwash and rinse cycles, removing the need for manual intervention. Suitable for use with a wide range of media such as AFM, Katalox Light, Birm, DMI-65, carbon, or pH correction media, depending on your specific water treatment needs.

• Key Features

• 13” x 54” FRP (Fibreglass Reinforced Plastic) vessel – corrosion-resistant and lightweight
• Pre-fitted with automatic multiport control valve for backwash and rinse cycles
• Valve features programmable settings with digital timer or volume-based options (model dependent)
• Includes riser pipe, top distributor, and bottom strainer
• Standard 2.5” top opening with 1” BSP inlet/outlet ports
• Media sold separately – vessel supplied empty for custom media loading
• Compatible with most filtration media types
• Reliable, low-maintenance operation with consistent performance

✓ Benefits

✓ Automates backwashing for consistent media performance
✓ Reduces manual labour and operational downtime
✓ Extend media life through efficient cleaning cycles
✓ Ideal for treating iron, manganese, sediment, chlorine, and pH imbalance
✓ Suitable for whole-house systems, guest lodges, B&Bs, commercial kitchens, and farms
✓ Customisable with media suited to your water analysis

Technical Specifications

• Vessel Size: 13” diameter × 54” height
• Material: FRP (fibreglass reinforced plastic)
• Opening: 2.5” threaded top
• Control Valve: Automatic backwash head (model varies: Runxin, Canature, etc.)
• Valve Port Size: 1” BSP female (inlet/outlet)
• Flow Rate Range: Typically supports 3000–4000 L/h depending on media
• Max Working Pressure: 6 bar
• Operating Temperature: 4°C – 45°C
• Riser Pipe & Distributors: Included
• Power Supply: 220V AC (standard SA plug)
• Media Capacity: Approx. 75 – 85 kg depending on media type (not included)

What You Get

1 × 13×54 FRP Pressure Vessel (top opening, 2.5")
1 × Automatic backwash control valve with digital/timer interface
1 × Riser pipe with top and bottom distributor strainers
Note: Media not included – must be selected separately based on application