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What is the difference between 1hp and 1.5 hp motor?
So, on low speed the 1 HP moves 43 GPM and the 1.5 HP moves 45.5 GPM. To save money you want to hopefully run it on low speed (much less electrical current is used on low speed and it’s more quiet).
Does HP matter for pool pump?
Pool owners often mistakenly believe if they choose a 2 HP pump over a 1 HP pump, they are getting double the performance. This is simply not true. In this scenario, you will get only about 15\% more flow from the 2 HP model. But the amp draw of the larger pump will be significantly higher, raising your electric bill.
What happens if your pool pump is too big for your pool?
Too large of a pump can cause poor filter performance and even damage it, if the filter is not also oversized accordingly. Another possible consequence is pump cavitation in which bubbles form in the water inside the pump and then burst with great force, resulting in damage to the impeller and other internal parts.
Can I upgrade my pool pump?
Okay, so the word “upgrade” doesn’t always make you feel like you’re going to be saving…but in this instance, it really should! By simply upgrading your older, single speed or two speed pool pump to variable speed technology you can save money on your monthly utility bills right away.
Which is better 1HP or 0.5 hp?
For example if an 0.5 HP motor with discharge rate of 200 litres per hour takes 2 hours to lift the water, then an 1 HP pump with higher discharge rate 400 litres per hour can complete the task in less than 1 hour.
What is difference between 1HP and 0.5 HP water pump?
The 1 hp is way over-powered for what the Standard Clean Water System needs. In this operating mode, the 1 hp pump requires about twice the energy to operate than a ½ hp pump and when flow is restricted to accommodate the desired flow rates, the operating pressure is nearly double that of the ½ hp.
How do I choose a replacement pool pump?
To get that figure, divide the GPH by 60 to calculate how many gallons per minute (GPM) need to be pumped for full turnover. Once you have all the numbers, you can find the size of pump that will accommodate the GPM required for your pool and turn over the pool’s water in one eight-hour period.
How much water does a 1 HP pool pump move?
From this chart, you can see that a 1 horsepower pump (the green curve) will give you 52 GPM flow on a system with 64 feet of head.
What happens if you put a 1 hp motor in a pump?
In this scenario if you stay with the 1 HP impeller you will only be getting the Gallons Per Minute (GPM) of a 1 HP pump, but you would be paying for the increased operational costs of running a 1.5 HP motor. Switching to a smaller HP motor – You decide to downsize from a 1 HP motor to a .75 HP motor to save on electricity.
What is the difference between a 1 hp and 2 hp pool?
Pool owners often mistakenly believe if they choose a 2 HP pump over a 1 HP pump, they are getting double the performance. This is simply not true. In this scenario, you will get only about 15\% more flow from the 2 HP model. But the amp draw of the larger pump will be significantly higher, raising your electric bill.
Can I upgrade my pool pump motor to a higher horsepower?
Often a pool owner is replacing only the pump motor and sees this as an opportunity to upgrade to a higher horsepower. In this case, you will need to consider the same filter and voltage limitations as above. In addition, this will require replacement of the impeller and possibly the diffuser.
How much does it cost to replace a pool pump motor?
On average you are looking at $150 – $200 to replace your pool motor on your own versus $400 – $600 for a pool professional to do the job. If you are not handy and don’t feel comfortable replacing your pool pump motor then you can still purchase the motor online and then call a local pool company to install the motor.