Zodiac - Collector elbow D520 - R0597800

Zodiac – Collector elbow D520 – R0597800

The Zodiac Collector Elbow D520 (R0597800) is a genuine OEM replacement spare part designed specifically for the Zodiac Boreal sand filter range. The collector elbow is a critical internal component that forms part of the lateral collector assembly inside the filter tank. Its primary function is to direct the flow of filtered water from the laterals toward the filtration outlet, ensuring that clean, filtered water is efficiently channelled back to the pool. As a factory-original Zodiac part, it is manufactured to precise tolerances to guarantee a secure, leak-free fit within the filter body.

Technical characteristics and compatibility

This collector elbow is specifically designed for the Zodiac Boreal D520 sand filter model, corresponding to a filter tank diameter of 520 mm. The part reference R0597800 is confirmed across Zodiac’s official 2018 and 2020 product catalogues, clearly identifying it as the correct elbow for the D520 variant. It is important to note that other Boreal models use different elbow references — for example, the D640 uses R0597900 and the D900 uses R0598000 — so matching the part number to the correct filter diameter is essential before ordering. The elbow is constructed from durable polymer materials suited for continuous contact with pool water and sand filtration media, offering reliable long-term performance in a filtration environment.

Suitability and installation context

This replacement part is intended for pool owners and technicians maintaining a Zodiac Boreal sand filter with a 520 mm tank diameter. Sand filters of this size are typically suited to small to medium residential swimming pools. The collector elbow would normally require replacement if the existing component becomes cracked, deformed, or develops a leak that compromises filtration performance. Installation involves accessing the interior of the filter tank, which typically requires removing the multiport valve and the existing collector assembly. This is a straightforward maintenance operation for a qualified pool technician and restores the filter to full operational specification using a genuine Zodiac part.