{"product_id":"wellis-aku3000-oem-coarse-thread-spa-filter","title":"Wellis OEM Spa Filter with Coarse Thread – AKU3000","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGenuine Wellis OEM Spa Filter with Coarse-Thread Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain proper water circulation and filtration with the genuine Wellis AKU3000 replacement filter. This OEM cartridge features white pleated filter media, a convenient removal handle and the specialized coarse-thread connection used in select Wellis hot tubs and swim spas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AKU3000 has a nominal filter-body size of approximately 6.9 inches tall by 6 inches in diameter. Its slotted 1½-inch SAE male thread is an important part of the fit and must match the connection on your current filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis genuine Wellis filter replaces the earlier Wellis AKU1609 cartridge.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes one OEM Wellis filter cartridge.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🔹 Key Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM Wellis replacement filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhite pleated filtration media\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelps capture dirt, oils, debris and other contaminants\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports proper circulation and filtration performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClosed top with an integrated removal handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecialized slotted coarse-thread connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximately 45 square feet of filtration media\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWashable and reusable with proper maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for Wellis AKU3000\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplaces the earlier Wellis AKU1609 cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🔍 Compatible Wellis Hot Tubs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AKU3000 is listed for use in compatible filtration systems found in select versions of the following Wellis spas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Venus\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Saturn\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Pluto\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Pluto Plug \u0026amp; Play\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Mars\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Mars Plug \u0026amp; Play\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Mars Camargue\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Spirit Camargue\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Spirit Camargue Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Wellis Swim Spas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWellis also lists the AKU3000 for compatible filtration systems in select versions of these swim spas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Amazonas Turbine 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Amazonas W-Flow 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Rio Grande Turbine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis Danube Turbine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWellis has used different filter configurations within certain models and production years. Do not order by spa model alone. Confirm the filter number, measurements and coarse-thread connection before purchasing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e📏 Confirm Your Filter Before Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYour existing filter should match the following characteristics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWellis filter number AKU3000 or earlier AKU1609\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhite pleated cylindrical filter media\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNominal filter-body height of approximately 175 mm or 6.9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOutside diameter of approximately 152 mm or 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClosed top with an integrated removal handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximately 1½-inch SAE male coarse thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlignment slot in the threaded connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSame overall end-cap and mounting configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not substitute a fine-thread filter simply because its height and diameter appear similar. The thread style and alignment slot must match.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are uncertain, contact Southern Leisure with pictures of the top and bottom of your existing filter, its measurements and your spa’s model and year before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e📋 How to Replace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn off power to the spa at the breaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove the filter cover or access assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse the integrated handle to carefully unscrew the existing filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean any loose debris from the filter compartment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove all protective packaging from the new filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInspect the coarse-thread connector and alignment slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePosition the filter over the matching connection in the filter housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThread the filter gently into place by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not force, cross-thread or overtighten the cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReinstall the filter cover or access assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRestore power and confirm normal water circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e💬 Southern Leisure Says\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMatching the Wellis filter number and thread style is the most dependable way to identify this cartridge. If your existing filter is marked AKU3000 or AKU1609 and has the same slotted coarse-thread connection, this is the proper OEM replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe AKU3000 and AKU3001 use the same coarse-thread fitment. The AKU3000 has white standard filter media, while the AKU3001 uses blue antimicrobial media. Do not confuse either one with the fine-thread AKU3002 or AKU3003 filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🧼 Care \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInspect and rinse the filter regularly during normal spa use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRinse carefully between each pleat with a garden hose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean more frequently during periods of heavy use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse a dedicated spa cartridge cleaner to remove oils and residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow the cleaner’s directions and rinse the cartridge thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not use a pressure washer, stiff brush or sharp cleaning tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintain balanced water chemistry to support filter performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplace the filter if the pleats become torn, collapsed or permanently restricted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsider rotating two filters so one can be cleaned and dried thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e📌 Product Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wellis\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM pleated spa filter cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer number:\u003c\/strong\u003e AKU3000\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wellis AKU1609\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNominal filtration area:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 45 sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter-body height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutside diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Closed with removal handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slotted 1½-inch SAE coarse male thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter-media color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM product:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e⚙️ Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWellis\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAKU3000\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevious Wellis Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAKU1609\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWhite pleated cartridge filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Filtration Area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 45 sq. ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Filter-Body Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 175 mm or 6.9 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutside Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 152 mm or 6 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eClosed with integrated removal handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 1½-inch SAE male coarse thread with alignment slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter-Media Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOne filter cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Product\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this a genuine Wellis filter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is a genuine OEM Wellis filter cartridge with manufacturer number AKU3000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the AKU3000 replace AKU1609?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Wellis AKU3000 is the replacement for the earlier AKU1609 cartridge. Confirm the dimensions and specialized coarse-thread connection before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between AKU3000 and AKU3001?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe two filters share the same general dimensions and coarse-thread fitment. The AKU3000 uses white standard filter media, while the AKU3001 uses blue antimicrobial filter media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWill an AKU3002 or AKU3003 fit instead?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The AKU3002 and AKU3003 use a fine-thread connection. They should not be substituted for the coarse-thread AKU3000 unless Wellis has specifically confirmed compatibility with your filtration system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this fit every Wellis spa?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Wellis uses multiple filter sizes and connection styles. Confirm the AKU3000 or AKU1609 number, physical dimensions and slotted coarse-thread connection before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow many filters are included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes one genuine Wellis filter cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan this filter be cleaned?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Rinse carefully between the pleats with a garden hose and periodically use a dedicated spa cartridge cleaner. Thoroughly rinse away all cleaning solution before reinstalling the filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen should the filter be replaced?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the cartridge when the pleats become torn, collapsed or permanently restricted, or when proper water flow cannot be restored through cleaning. Actual service life depends on spa usage, water chemistry and maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🛡️ Why Buy From Southern Leisure?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM Wellis replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatibility assistance from experienced spa professionals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelp identifying the correct thread style before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConvenient shipping and local pickup options\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrusted by spa owners since 2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e📦 Shipping \u0026amp; Pickup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShips as one OEM Wellis filter cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShipping and pickup options are displayed at checkout\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInspect the cartridge, handle and threaded connector upon arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep the filter clean and protected until installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConfirm compatibility before installing or wetting the filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wellis Spas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47281284939945,"sku":"AKU3000","price":46.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/9939\/6265\/files\/wellis-oem-spa-filter-with-coarse-thread-aku3000-2053770.png?v=1785846968","url":"https:\/\/shop.southernleisurespas.com\/products\/wellis-aku3000-oem-coarse-thread-spa-filter","provider":"Southern Leisure Spas \u0026 Wellness","version":"1.0","type":"link"}