Better filtration for Intex Pure Spa

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8.7.2021 filterbox removed. Idea of self airbleeding doesnt really work. There will be some changes. 5.4.2021 filter box added. you will need 120x5 o-ring. There are two types and test for prooving thread printability without supports. Outlet of filterbox is on the top, so i hope it will make it self air bleeding This Intex inflatable whirlpool has insuficient filtration. Filters get clogged quickly and i have to change them and buy new ones very often. And I have enough of it. I also have unused filtration for pool from the same manufacturer with much bigger filter, so i decided to get them together. The idea is to divert water to external filtration before it enters original pump. Everything is without any ireversible changes. I also got rid of filterbox that is placed inside the wrilpool. Original filter is S1 but switched to type A (III) also known as 29000, but you can connect anything you want. I will also design new filterbox with better properties, but later.. !!!!!! There is model of endcap (zaslepka.stl) to be used when you want to make the switch without draining all water. Because it is compilate of two models it has to be enlarged to 102% and then placed 34,7 mm under printbed.So the flange is exactly on printbed. In Cura it is easy to set. You will need two pieces As you can see, my print of the main part came out quite ugly on the bottom, where good seal is needed. I put some silicone to these rough surfaces, let it dry and installed it. It works quite well. It is printed of PLA