I see pools using 2" and some using 1.5" runs to and from the pool to the pump.
Is there a standard or formula which to use?
Is there a standard or formula which to use?
pipe size
- Thread starter Nova13
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It depends on the water flow rates and pipe length. For most in-ground pools, I would advise against 1.5 inch pipe.
Well the pump will be located 30' from the pool it is about 5700 gallons,
If the pool is not supposed to turn more than once in 6 hours or in this case 1,000 gal an hour I thought 1.5 might be big enough.
How do I calculate the correct pipe size?
I read 80gpm on 1.5"
125gpm on 2"
If the pool is not supposed to turn more than once in 6 hours or in this case 1,000 gal an hour I thought 1.5 might be big enough.
How do I calculate the correct pipe size?
I read 80gpm on 1.5"
125gpm on 2"
From Hydraulics 101...to keep the flow rate below 6 ft/sec, 1.5" pipe should have a maximum of 38 gpm and 2" pipe should have a maximum of 63 gpm.Nova13 said:
Is this a nsp requirement? I think you will have a hard time moving water at that low flow rate with conventional pool pumps...a variable speed might work...though they are pricey.Nova13 said:
I have a 1.5hp single speed I want to use, but about 30-35gpm will be diverted to solar.
The balance to the pool, don't care about the pipe cost difference just want what will work best.
based on those flow rates I need 2" it sounds like
The balance to the pool, don't care about the pipe cost difference just want what will work best.
based on those flow rates I need 2" it sounds like
Looking at those pump flow rates maybe I should just sell the 1.5HP,
Since it's kinda a small pool maybe a 3/4HP to do the pool and a 1/2hp for solar.
What about that idea?
I need about 30-35gpm for solar on a story roof 7 panels @ 4gpm each plus the loos of plumbing
Since it's kinda a small pool maybe a 3/4HP to do the pool and a 1/2hp for solar.
What about that idea?
I need about 30-35gpm for solar on a story roof 7 panels @ 4gpm each plus the loos of plumbing
- Jun 14, 2012
- 2,668
- Pool Size
- 13500
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool Edge-40
Is your solar a separate loop from pool? Most of the people I have read about use the same pump for both solar and pool. Also I am petty unclear but my impression is that you don't lose flow rate in a simple linear number per panel... You have a certain amount of head that gets added by your solar which impacts overall flow rates.
Might be good to look into 2 speed pumps also.
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Might be good to look into 2 speed pumps also.
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I think the two pump idea won't work, I'm going to look at selling 1.5hp jacuzzi and sizing out a new 3/4hp pump maybe a 1/2hp
I use a 1hp 2 speed with my solar. I run on high when I divert to the solar and low when I do not want solar ... like in the winter. A 2 speed would be a cheaper route than having 2 pumps both initially and fit electricity.
As far as pipe size, bigger is better as you will have lower head loss and thus higher flow rates.
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As far as pipe size, bigger is better as you will have lower head loss and thus higher flow rates.
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Spoke to tech support at lifeguard,
He said to go 2"
Also recommended a R175316 ½ HP SeaFlow 230V I found one at $485.
Any place I should try for a better price?
He said to go 2"
Also recommended a R175316 ½ HP SeaFlow 230V I found one at $485.
Any place I should try for a better price?
You will be much better off with a two speed pump, which can be found around/below that price.
I agree with JL.
I too would probably still go for a two speed, and run on low most of the time for the nsp. Maybe something like the Pentair superflo 2-speed 341111 (SF-N2-3/4A), see: http://pentairpool.com/pool-owner/products/pumps-inground-superflo-pumps-165.htm. Might be had for less than $500.
That looks like it is likely a Pentair superflo model: SF-NI-1/2FE. If it is, it is overpiced compared to other online sources, one of which is: http://www.poolsupplyworld.com/superflopumps.htm?a= R|102.Nova13 said:
I too would probably still go for a two speed, and run on low most of the time for the nsp. Maybe something like the Pentair superflo 2-speed 341111 (SF-N2-3/4A), see: http://pentairpool.com/pool-owner/products/pumps-inground-superflo-pumps-165.htm. Might be had for less than $500.
Well what 1/2HP pump is 220V with 2" in/out in two speed about 30/60 gpm.
Under say $500
Under say $500
The one I pointed you to above includes 2" external slip fitting unions. One place from googling is $450 shipped:http://www.swimmingpoolsetc.com/pentairsuperflo-341111-ingroundpoolpump.htm (I have not bought from this store). I would guess it is available other places too.Nova13 said:
I see that but the specs are
Voltage: 115
Full Load Amps: 14.6/4.7
I was trying to find 220v at about 6amps max
Voltage: 115
Full Load Amps: 14.6/4.7
I was trying to find 220v at about 6amps max
- May 3, 2007
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- Pool Size
- 20000
- Surface
- Plaster
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
You want the 1 HP Superflo 2 speed. SF-N2-1A - 230v
It will produce about 70 GPM on high and 35 GPM on low for typical 2" plumbing.
It will produce about 70 GPM on high and 35 GPM on low for typical 2" plumbing.
I looked at the flow curves, looks like it will work fine with a bit of reserve gpm.
Now trying to shop it for best price.
Now trying to shop it for best price.
