What size sand filter and pump?

[sisie5]

Just purchased a Jacuzzi 1.0 HP 2 SP pump at a yard sale,and a Jacuxxi model # 160L This holds 140 lbs if sand,also got a Swimpro sand filter 100 lbs.I think I got a bargin.at 75.00.Now here is whats on the swimpro label
working roessure is 50 psi,1.86 ft rate 25 GPM/FT,Filter and backwash 47 GPM,Question which one of the filters will work best with the pump and give me a better filtering.thanks

[b2001]

I've got the same question, but I'm wanting to convert from a cartridge filter to a sand filter. I'm being told to use a Hayward 210 or 240 sand filter which I don't have a problem with. My pool is 18 x 36 or so - 14,000 gallons - above ground, also. I have an existing Purex Triton Maxim pump - part number 39908690 with an AO Smith BN35 motor. It is marked "HP 2.0 SPL" but a parts list indicates that the motor is 1 hp.

I also want to go to a 1/2 or 3/4 hp pump/motor, but I'm being told that "above ground" and "standard" pumps are not exactly equivalent - that, say, a standard 3/4 hp pump that would be used on an in ground pool is really equivalent to an above ground pool 1-1/2 hp pump. In other words, the 1-1/2 above ground pump is ideally matched to the 210 or 240 sand filter ...

A couple of pool catalogs that I've gotten in the mail only offer 1-1/2 pumps for that size sand filter on the combo units.

What size pump do I really have, and if it is oversized - what size above ground pump - pentair or hayword - do I need to go to for maximum efficeincy and cost savings? Thanks ....

[CarlD]

Wow, you're pushing my knowledge--our mech expert (Poconos) and the pool dealers should be able to help you.

You can also call Hayward. I didn't get a "set", so I called Hayward and found that their t210 (top mount valve) and their SuperPump 1hp 2speed were, they said, a fine combo, even though they aren't paired and you don't get a base. Hasn't been a problem--24" pavers make a fine base--I don't even bolt the pump down. I run it on low most of the time and never have a problem.

So call Hayward, call your pump manufacturer. Ask the folks who make them.

[b2001]

Thanks for the response, Carl. I haven't called any manufacturers yet. In the short term, I'm going with the pump I have now. I incorrectly listed its size above - the motor is 1 1/2 hp.

I was real interested in the two speed pumps, but at least Hayward's are all 230 volt - I've got 115 volt.

[The Raddish]

I am by no means an expert, but personally, I am going to be using the pump and filter recommended on this page of www.poolsolutions.com. Specifically, this paragraph:

A combination that will work fairly well for almost ALL above ground pools -- regardless of pool size -- is a 1/2 HP Hayward "Super" pump (mfg. model #SP2600X5), a 22" Hayward "PRO" sand filter (mfg. model #SP220T), a Hayward 1.5" "Vari-Flo" multiport valve (mfg. model #SP071113), and a cord set (#SPX1550WA [25 ft long] or #SPX1250 [6 ft long]). 1999 list price on this combo is $764.00. Any pool dealer in the US or Canada can sell this combination to you. You'll also need hoses, connectors and . . . 250 pounds of filter sand. Make absolutely certain that the sand comes in bags that are factory labeled as filter sand, and make sure that the pump and filter have exactly the model numbers shown above. This combination can be used either as original equipment, or to replace what you've got now.

I've already purchased the filter, but I will be using my 1hp AG pump for a little while longer. I think it is on it's last leg anyway, so I'll likely replace it with Ben's recommended pump later this summer. I got the pump here for $247 shipped, which is easily more than $100 less than anywhere locally. It shipped out of Florida and arrived at my door two days later in pristine condition.

[b2001]

Thanks for the link. I trying to convert from baquacil to chlorine and from a cartridge filter to a sand filter, so I've been doing a lot of reading lately. Sonehow missed the above referenced article.

At least my electrical is worked out. Good luck on your electrical although sounds like you got it under control.

[Aranon]

B2001
Why are you switching from a cartridge to a sand system. I can't decide which one to get. I was wondering why the switch. I have heard that cartridge filters do not do well with baquacil sytems and are really designed for chlorine systems.

I was just wondering why the change. I would hate to buy a Cartridge system and then be unhappy with it and want to change later.

Aranon