Not me, but maybe someone has.
Re: Cost of running a pump 24/7
Not me, but maybe someone has.
Re: Cost of running a pump 24/7
Can you be more specific on which 3/4 HP pump (model #)? It can make a difference.
Also, what do you pay in electricity ($/kwh)?
Mark
Hydraulics 101; Pump Ed 101; Pump/Pool Spreadsheets; Pump Run Time Study; DIY Acid Dosing; DIY Cover Roller
18'x36' 20k plaster, MaxFlo SP2303VSP, Aqualogic PS8 SWCG, 420 sq-ft Cartridge, Solar, 6 jet spa, 1 HP jet pump, 400k BTU NG Heater
Re: Cost of running a pump 24/7
There are no markings or serial numbers on the pump except for R.G. Ray Corp. (on the metal retaining ring). Energy cost is $0.072567/kwh.
It looks like another site is suggesting $2.00-$3.00 per day running this pump 24/7. That's O.K. until water clears. Thanks for the responses.
Last edited by Guppy; 05-31-2012 at 07:28 PM.
Michigan (Go Blue!), 18X36 IG Vinyl, 20,000 gal, 3/4 H.P. Sta-Rite Pump, Purex Triton "Tagelus" TA-60/60D Sand Filter (325 lbs.), 200M Purex Triton Minimax plus pool heater. Using old PS232 Kit and purchase Taylor refill chems.
Re: Cost of running a pump 24/7
Does it have a service factor listed on the label?
The range is quite large from 1114 watts for an up rated 3/4 HP on small plumbing up to 1600 watts for a full rated pump on larger plumbing so there are a lot of variables. You are looking at somewhere between $2-$3 per day.
Mark
Hydraulics 101; Pump Ed 101; Pump/Pool Spreadsheets; Pump Run Time Study; DIY Acid Dosing; DIY Cover Roller
18'x36' 20k plaster, MaxFlo SP2303VSP, Aqualogic PS8 SWCG, 420 sq-ft Cartridge, Solar, 6 jet spa, 1 HP jet pump, 400k BTU NG Heater
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