I need to replace my pool pump motor and I've narrowed it down to 2 different ones below:
1) Magnetek A.O. Smith 1.5 HP, 56Y Frame, Up-Rate Motor (b2854, 717721624) - INYOPools.com - This is the exact one I have now. It has a listed 1.5hp with a 1.1 SF for a total of 1.65hp. This one has an amp draw of 8/16 amp. It costs $160.
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2) A.O. Smith 1 HP Motor EE - Full Rate (B2841, B2841V1) - INYOPools.com - This one is listed as "energy efficient" and has a listed 1hp with a 1.65 SF for a total of 1.65hp. This one has an amp draw of 7.8 - 7.4/14 amp. It costs $200, so it's about $40 more than the 1st one I listed.
My question is...would the lesser amount of amp draw on the 2nd one be enough to see a difference on my electrical bill over the life of the motor? I don't mind spending more if it pays for itself by saving me money on my bill.
1) Magnetek A.O. Smith 1.5 HP, 56Y Frame, Up-Rate Motor (b2854, 717721624) - INYOPools.com - This is the exact one I have now. It has a listed 1.5hp with a 1.1 SF for a total of 1.65hp. This one has an amp draw of 8/16 amp. It costs $160.
or
2) A.O. Smith 1 HP Motor EE - Full Rate (B2841, B2841V1) - INYOPools.com - This one is listed as "energy efficient" and has a listed 1hp with a 1.65 SF for a total of 1.65hp. This one has an amp draw of 7.8 - 7.4/14 amp. It costs $200, so it's about $40 more than the 1st one I listed.
My question is...would the lesser amount of amp draw on the 2nd one be enough to see a difference on my electrical bill over the life of the motor? I don't mind spending more if it pays for itself by saving me money on my bill.