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What size sand pump do I need for my above ground pool?
Round above ground swimming pools: around, a 1 horsepower pool pump is needed. Swimming pools over 24 ft. around, a 1.5 horsepower pool pump is needed.
How do you size a sand filter for a pool?
The filter flow rate must be rated at least the same GPM as your pump, or higher. With pool filters, it’s best to err on the larger size so it can handle the power of your pump. A helpful rule of thumb is to choose a filter with at least 1 square foot per 10,000 gallons pool capacity.
How do I know what size pump I need for my pool?
Sizing the Pump for Your Swimming Pool Circular Pools: Diameter (ft.) x Diameter (ft.) x Average Depth (ft.) x 5.9 = Total pool capacity in gallons. Oval Pools: Length (ft.) x Width (ft.) x Average Depth (ft.) x 6.7 = Total pool capacity in gallons. Rectangular Pools: Length (ft.) x Width (ft.) x Average Depth (ft.).
What size pump do I need for a 24 foot above ground pool?
Round Above Ground Pool: For pools up to 24 Ft Round, use a 1 HP pool pump. For pools over 24 Ft Round, we recommend using a 1.5 HP pool pump.
Can I replace my 1hp pool pump with a 1.5 HP?
You cannot replace a 1.0 full rated motor with a 1.0 uprated motor. However, you can replace your 1.0 Full rated motor with a 1.5 HP uprated motor. This is because they both will have the same total horsepower.
Can a pool filter be too big?
Oversizing a swimming pools filter is unlikely to cause problems but having a huge pump and a small filter can result in accelerated wear and tear. A larger filter with a smaller pump reduces the work the pump must do to keep the swimming pool’s water clean.
Are sand filters better than cartridge filters?
Cartridge filters can screen out twice as much dirt and debris as a sand filter. Its larger filtration area allows the water to progress through the cartridge removing smaller particles. Maintenance is much easier in that there is no need for a back-washing step.
How much are sand filters for pools?
How Much Does a Sand Filter Cost? A new sand filter can cost anywhere from about $300 to more than $1,000 on average. Inground pool sand filter prices range between about $450 to over $1,200, depending on the size. Above ground pool sand filters are often cheaper at starting costs in the $300 to $500 range.
What size pump do I need?
Minimum Pump Size Water needs to circulate through the filter at least once every 2 hours. This means that if you have a 1,000-gallon pond, you need a pump that can produce at least 500 gallons per hour or GPH. If you have fish, then it is best to double the pump’s capacity to ensure that your water stays clean.
Is 1 HP pool pump enough?
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. For instance, a pool with water features (deck jets, waterfall, etc) tied into the main pool pump might require a higher horsepower to provide enough flow.
How much HP pump do I need?
Horsepower theoretically required for pumping water equals the gallons per minute multiplied by the head in feet, and divided by 4.000 For power recommended, divide by 2000 instead of 4000.
How many gpm does a 1.5 HP pump?
Pool Pump Operating Costs Pump Size GPM (varies with plumbing) Cost/Hour 1.0 HP 60 $0.06 1.5 HP 68 $0.09 2.0 HP 76 $0.12 3.0 HP 85 $0.18.
How many gallons per hour does a 1 HP pool pump?
You can see from the chart that a 1 horsepower pump will give you 52 gallons per minute on a system with 64 feet of head. We want to give you the flow information on each pump so that you can come up with the right pump the first time.
Can I use any pump for my above ground pool?
Sure you can, as long as the pump is at or below the pool water level, and you have a very small pool. If the pump is able to turnover all of the water in 8-10 hours, and is able to reach (but not exceed) the pool filter Design Flow Rate, the intended use of the pump (a/g or i/g) really doesn’t matter.
How far should pump be from above ground pool?
If circumstances allow, stay close to the pool. Shorter pipe runs = less work for the pump which extends the life of the pump and uses less electricity. Our projects typically average a distance of 20–40 feet from the pool to the equipment, but as stated earlier, much longer runs are sometimes required.
