Hi, my first post here. Love this forum, great info.
My pool motor is in the process of dying (2nd time, had it repaired once), making loud noises and often tripping breaker. Builder put in single speed 2hp for the spa and fountain, so figured I'd upgrade. Reading here, learned that despite what the folks with certain incentives at the pool store that pinches money said, with the electric costs of $.05 to $.07 per kw/hr, a 2 speed is likely a better choice than a VS. But given the lack of good recommendations from the local stores, looking for some more detailed advice.
I was using the spreadsheet (Pool Pump Tools v017.xlsb) but realized I don't know the "Total Plumbing Curve". Hoping the defaults are just fine, as it doesn't seem to make a lot of difference.
If I were to add solar to 2nd story roof, would I be better off with variable speed over dual speed so that I can adjust based on the needs of the solar?
Any other suggestions based on my pool configuration in my sig?
Thanks in advance.
My pool motor is in the process of dying (2nd time, had it repaired once), making loud noises and often tripping breaker. Builder put in single speed 2hp for the spa and fountain, so figured I'd upgrade. Reading here, learned that despite what the folks with certain incentives at the pool store that pinches money said, with the electric costs of $.05 to $.07 per kw/hr, a 2 speed is likely a better choice than a VS. But given the lack of good recommendations from the local stores, looking for some more detailed advice.
I was using the spreadsheet (Pool Pump Tools v017.xlsb) but realized I don't know the "Total Plumbing Curve". Hoping the defaults are just fine, as it doesn't seem to make a lot of difference.
If I were to add solar to 2nd story roof, would I be better off with variable speed over dual speed so that I can adjust based on the needs of the solar?
Any other suggestions based on my pool configuration in my sig?
Thanks in advance.
