Summer Waves (Polygroup) Pool SFX-Skimmer to Intex outlet/filter adapter

This replaces the bottom plate with the fixed pump from the Summer Waves pool (Polygroup) SFX-Skimmers. With the new bottom plate you can mount a 38mm Intex outlet and attach a Intex filter very easily (1.5" Intex hoses). All changes can be undone, so warranty shouldn't be affected. 

The blind plug is used to close the 1.25" (SFX600/SFX1000) or 1.5" (SFX1500) connector on the Summer Waves SFX-Skimmer (previously the outlet of the original pump). Use one of the clamps of the original hose to secure the cap. Perhaps you need to scale this part +/- 0.5 Percent for tight fit (depends on your Printer), the default size should work for most printers. The inner diameter for e.g. SFX 600/1000 Skimmer should be around 31.6 to 31.75mm (1.25 Inch). 

Tested with a SFX600 filter/skimmer. Should also fit the other SFX-models like SFX1000. For SFX1500 there is a separate adapter (select the appropriate file). 

Instructions:

• print both parts
• check the inner diameter of the blind cap (see above)! 
• mount the Intex outlet parts (Intex 10744, 10256, 10255) to the printed bottom part
• remove the original plate with the pump from the Summer Waves SFX-Skimmer. (unscrew the big nut a the bottom of the SFX-Skimmer). You can save the original part for back-conversion. 
• ensure that the O-ring is in place at the bottom of the skimmer
• insert the printed bottom plate and tighten the big screw to the SFX-Skimmer
• connect your Intex hoses and pump
• cover the now unused pump connector on the SFX-Skimmer with the blind plug and secure it with a clamp from the 1.25" Summer Waves hose. 

What you need:

• You will need the following Intex parts: 
  • Intex 10744, Intex 10256, Intex 10255
  • If you get a Intex 26004 or 26005 Set these parts are included.
• one clamp of the original Summer Waves SFX-Skimmer hose

Print instructions

• I highly recommend ASA or ABS, finishing with acceton-vapor for a smooth and water proof surface
• 8 layers bottom/top
• 4 perimeters wall thickness 
• 0.2mm layer 
• 25% to 35% infill
• no supports needed
• with ASA / ABS use a 6mm brim 

Changes

• December 2024: Added parts for Intex SFX 1500 skimmer

Useful other projects:

• Fits perfect to the Skimmer: Summer Waves - Pool Vacuum Plate Adapter - 1.5" Hose
  https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4927197
• also very good: https://www.printables.com/model/201797-summer-waves-polygroup-sfx-skimmerplus-skimmer-ada
• Pool Vacuum Head with Grooved Bottom
  https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4361363