New pump questions

[Deb_B]

I have a 22x52 about round pool. My pump exploded during the Texas freeze and I need to quickly buy a new pump fast. I have a 16" sand filter.

I want to purchase an Hayward 1.5 Hp pump. Do I need a larger sand filter too or would 1 HP be a better choice?

I have searched but can not find a simple min sand filter size for the pump I want.

Amazon.com : Hayward W3SP1593 PowerFlo Matrix Above-Ground Pool Pump, 1.5 HP : Garden & Outdoor

Amazon.com : Hayward W3SP1593 PowerFlo Matrix Above-Ground Pool Pump, 1.5 HP : Garden & Outdoor

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Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Texas Splash]

Deb, a 1-HP should be plenty for your pool/filter. But I would look to see if it's a 2-speed so that the motor isn't a single speed energy hog. Always nice to run on low.

 

[Deb_B]

would th 16" sand filter be ok or do I need a bigger one?

 

[Texas Splash]

would th 16" sand filter be ok or do I need a bigger one?

You know Texas ... bigger is always better. Ha. Probably less backwashes with a larger filter, but not something you need to rush out and do in my opinion. I suspect the 16" is doing fine for your sized pool as long as you are vigilant with the chemical testing using a TF-100 or Taylor K-2006C.

 

[Deb_B]

I having a hard time finding 1hp duel speed. 1.5 duel speed sure but not a 1hp.

If I go for the 1.5 duel would that be too much?

 

[mknauss]

I having a hard time finding 1hp duel speed. 1.5 duel speed sure but not a 1hp.

Pentair Dynamo Pump 1 HP 2 Spd. (no cord) - 340204 - INYOPools.com

Dynamo Aboveground Pump from Pentair

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