Hayward Super Pump VS Flow Test (240V / 2" pipe)
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There are a few different model revisions to the variable speed Hayward Super Pump which have come and gone since the inception of variable speed pumps. The most current versions of this pump are the SP2603VSP which is the 230 volt dedicated Super Pump VS from the open product line (ecommerce) as well as a few current options from the dealer protected product lines. The SP2670020VSP is the 115/230v compatible Super Pump, which is the most popular model from brick and mortar retailers which features a 1.65 HP motor (same as the 230v model). You can also purchase the Super Pump VS from Hayward in dedicated 115 volt models which have smaller 0.85 HP motors and are available through the open line product number SP26115VSP or via the part number SP2670010VSP in the dealer protected line.
At a glance both the Pentair SuperFlo and Hayward Super Pump say 1.65 horsepower on the pump label, however this is definitely misleading. So much so that the industry has finally moved away from uprated and max rated pump motors and instead is moving towards WEF ratings which stands for weighted energy factor, which is a measure of the amount of gallons of water a pump can move for one kilowatt of power consumed (over a range of RPM speeds). This will go a LONG way towards leveling the playing field when comparing new pumps to buy. The Pentair SuperFlo has a 1.65 HP rating, but an uprated max HP of 2.2 so that means it is actually much larger and more powerful of a pump than the Hayward Super Pump which is a 1.5 HP pump uprated to 1.65 HP. Bigger is not better when it comes to pool pumps. What is better is matching the right pump to the right pool. If you have a very large swimming pool, something like 30,000 gallons or more, then the Pentair SuperFlo makes more sense. But for smaller and medium pools the 2.2 HP is overkill and the Hayward Super Pump VS is going to be a better fit and likely more economical to run on your pool. If this sounds a little confusing to you to buy a new pool pump (or to match one to your pool) this is why pool professionals exist and you should not be afraid to reach out to a local professional to help you pick (and install) the right pump for your pool.
How do you pick the right pool pump? - You need to calculate your 24 hour filtration totals which should be three times the volume of your pool. You now know how many gallons every 24 hours you need to filter. Next you look at your filter and learn the maximum designed flow rate for that filter. Now you know how much you need to filter in 24 hours, and also how much the maximum water velocity you can have is. Next you factor in the flow requirements for any peripheral equipment like heaters or salt systems, which is definitely one of the more complicated considerations for someone inexperienced to make. This highlights the process or at least the start of it for how to select the right pool pump, but for more information you can read this article about replacing a pool pump.
Flow meters - In these videos I am able to monitor the rate of water movement through the system at all times with a flow meter, which is a huge advantage to the pool owner and something you should consider adding to your pool. For more information about the importance of flow rates you can read this article about swimming pool flow meters.
Pentair SuperFlo VS
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Pentair SuperFlo Bench test 2" pipes / 240 Volt
Pentair SuperFlo Full Flow 2" test (with filter) / 240 Volt
Hayward Super Pump VS
Hayward Super Pump VS Bench test 1.5" pipes / 240 Volt
Hayward Super Pump VS Bench test 2" pipes / 240 Volt
Every swimming pool system is unique. No two pools are the same when it comes to pipe length, pipe and fitting orientation, elevation of the pool versus the equipment, size of pump, type of filtration equipment...every one of these will change the way that a given pump performs on a given pool. This video is designed to give you real world numbers to look at for comparison but you should not take these values and expect them to transfer directly to your pool. Your pool will be unique. If you want to try to learn more about pool pumps and how to determine the best one to get and the best way to run it, these two articles will help you with this a great deal: how much should you filter a pool as well as this article about variable speed pump filtration schedules.
With a 2" suction and 2" discharge line this system setup has a relatively low resistance to flow, approximately equal to 25 feet of head. This is something like you would find in small, uncomplicated pools with a pump and filter located directly adjacent to the pool (not too far away / not too much elevation difference). Using 2" pipes is something that you would normally see with more advanced / more efficient pool systems versus 1.5" pipes which are more common on smaller and entry level pool installations.
Hayward Super Pump Variable Speed Test (SP2603VSP)
Voltage - 240 Volts
Suction Line - Single 2"
Return Line - Single 2"
750 RPM
Flow Rate - 18 GPM
Current Draw - 0.35 Amps
Power Consumption - 30 Watts
1000 RPM
Flow Rate - 25 GPM
Current Draw - 0.53 Amps
Power Consumption - 51 Watts
1250 RPM
Flow Rate - 30 GPM
Current Draw - 0.79 Amps
Power Consumption - 84.5 Watts
1500 RPM
Flow Rate - 35 GPM
Current Draw - 1.14 Amps
Power Consumption - 131 Watts
1750 RPM
Flow Rate - 40 GPM
Current Draw - 1.59 Amps
Power Consumption - 195 Watts
2000 RPM
Flow Rate - 46 GPM
Current Draw - 2.17 Amps
Power Consumption - 279.7 Watts
2250 RPM
Flow Rate - 55 GPM
Current Draw - 2.86 Amps
Power Consumption - 385 Watts
2500 RPM
Flow Rate - 61 GPM
Current Draw - 3.66 Amps
Power Consumption - 517.5 Watts
2750 RPM
Flow Rate - 68.5 GPM
Current Draw - 4.65 Amps
Power Consumption - 678.2 Watts
3000 RPM
Flow Rate - 75 GPM
Current Draw - 5.82 Amps
Power Consumption - 870 Watts
3250 RPM
Flow Rate - 79 GPM
Current Draw - 7.24 Amps
Power Consumption - 1110 Watts
3450 RPM
Flow Rate - 86 GPM
Current Draw - 8.52 Amps
Power Consumption - 1310 Watts
The Hayward Super Pump VS is the exact same dimensions as the original and best selling Super Pump which is intended to facilitate a "drop in" replacement. Such is the same with the competing models from Pentair (SuperFlo) and Sta-Rite (SuperPro) which are intended to make it as easy and convenient as possible for anyone who currently has one of the original Super Pumps. Both data and electrical supply are fed from the back of the motor for this pump. The pools that would suit this pump the best would be any entry level pool up to the medium-large class. To quantify that everything up to and including 30,000 gallons or so this pump would be well suited to handle for filtration.
Capable with 1.5" or 2" however as you can see from these testing videos there is an advantage to larger pipes and lower resistance to flow. If you have a large 20x40' pool, or larger, then this pump could still work however Hayward makes other very popular pumps which might arguably be a better option for these largest pools. The Tristar 900 (1.85 HP) and the Tristar 950 (2.7 HP) might both be a more compelling option for filtration of large pools, and similarly the Pentair SuperFlo, with its powerful 1.65 HP motor that has a total horsepower rating of 2.2 might be a better option if you are looking for a filtration pump for a large swimming pool. If you are looking for extreme efficiency from a filtration pump, built in 24 hour interactive timer/scheduler, automatic resuming operation after power outage, and is quieter than most, then perhaps the Hayward Super Pump is a good option for your pool.
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