What pump do I need for my above ground pool?

How do I know what size pump I need for my pool?

Divide the pool volume by the number of hours that you would want the pump to be running, so that would be 65,947.5 divided by 6. This would give you 10,991 which means your pump should be able to turn around this much water in 6 hours.

What size pump do I need for a 15 000 gallon above ground pool?

A 15,000-gallon pool needs about 20 GPM output if we want to run it 24 hours per day.

What size pump do I need for a 18 foot round above ground pool?

For round above ground pools up to 24 ft. ( pools with less than 15,300 gallons) use a 1 HP pump. For round above ground pools over 24 ft. (pools with more than 15.300 gallons) use a 1.5 HP pump.

Do you need a pool pump for above ground pool?

Above-Ground Pool Pumps

To keep the water clean and circulated, you will need a pump and filter for your pool. The size and capacity of these units vary and will need to match the volume of your pool. When in doubt, consider going with a slightly bigger pump than you think you need.

Choosing the Right Pump for Your Above Ground Pool

Is 1 HP pool pump enough?

Let's start with an unpopular and incredible statement: A typical size residential pool can be circulated effectively with a 1 HP pump.

What is the difference between above ground pool pump and in ground pool pump?

The main difference between the inground and above-ground pumps is that above-ground pumps need manual priming, whereas inground pumps are “self-priming.” Since most inground pumps are above water level, this relates to the pump's capacity to raise water vertically.

Can a pool pump be too big?

You might think bigger is better in terms of pump size, but a pump that is too big can cause serious problems. In the example above, the pool's average depth is 8 feet. Now use the formulas below to determine the volume of water in your pool.

What size pump do I need?

Minimum Pump Size

Water needs to circulate through the filter at least once every 2 hours. This means that if you have a 1,000-gallon pond, you need a pump that can produce at least 500 gallons per hour or GPH. If you have fish, then it is best to double the pump's capacity to ensure that your water stays clean.

What size filter do I need for a 10000 gallon pool?

With pool filters, it's best to err on the larger size so it can handle the power of your pump. A helpful rule of thumb is to choose a filter with at least 1 square foot per 10,000 gallons pool capacity.

How many gallons per minute does a 1 hp pump?

The typical efficiency of most hydraulic equipment runs at about 60 percent to 75 percent. One horsepower equals 3,960 gallons/minute/feet.

How many gallons per minute does a 1 HP pool pump?

You can see from the chart that a 1 horsepower pump will give you 52 gallons per minute on a system with 64 feet of head. We want to give you the flow information on each pump so that you can come up with the right pump the first time.

What size pool pump do I need for a 30 000-gallon pool?

Pool gallonage x 2 (the recommended number of cycles in a day) ÷ daily hourly run time ÷ 60 (minutes in an hour). So, for a 30,000-gallon pool that runs continuously (24-hours), the formula is: 30,000 x 2 ÷ 24 ÷ 60 = 41.6 or rounded up it's a 42 GPM minimum flow rate.

What HP pump do I need?

Horsepower theoretically required for pumping water equals the gallons per minute multiplied by the head in feet, and divided by 4.000 For power recommended, divide by 2000 instead of 4000.

How many hours a day should you run a pool pump?

Every pool must turn over at least once a day, so most pool pumps should run approximately 8 hours a day. But here's the thing: you don't have to run your pool pump consecutively. You can choose to run it for three hours in the morning before you leave for work and another 5 hours in the evening.

How many gallons per minute does a 2 HP pool pump?

The maximum flow into the pump will be 73 gallons per minute for each intake line. The maximum flow into the pump is 42 gallons per minute for each 1.5 inch intake line.

How do I choose a pump?

Before you can select a pump that will fit your needs, you must know four things: 1) the total head or pressure against which it must operate, 2) the desired flow rate, 3) the suction lift, and 4) characteristics of the fluid.

What size sand filter do I need for my above ground pool?

When deciding on a pool filter for your above ground pool swimming pool, a useful tip is to pick one that is at least 1 sq. ft. for a 10,000-gallon pool capacity. For instance, a 16” sand filtered system has a 1.55″ sq.

What size sand filter do I need for a 20000 gallon pool?

For sand filters on in-ground pools, I like to use a 30-inch tank diameter, which has a 4.9 sq. ft. filter surface area and holds 600 pounds of sand. For small pools (under 20,000 gallons), I might advise the next size down (24″ tank) if the budget is tight.

What happens if I oversize my pool pump?

A pool pump that is larger than needed has a more powerful motor and circulates water at a higher flow rate. This uses significantly more energy to pump the same amount of water and puts additional stress on your pipes and filter, meaning you'll need to replace them sooner.

Can you over filter a pool?

No. The reason being is that there is no true “minimum flow rate” of a filter. The tank may take longer to fill up if we have a ½ HP pump on a 800 pound commercial sand tank but the filter will still scrub the water to the same standard.

Can you put a bigger pump on above ground pool?

When it comes to above ground pool filters, size matters! If you're stuck with a small filter, it won't work efficiently. Upgrade your above ground pool with a larger filter and pump system to get the most out of your pool care routine.

Are pool pumps interchangeable?

The motor on a pool pump will often fail before the pump itself needs to be replaced. Replacing just the motor is a common fix. Motors are generally interchangeable amongst many types of pumps, and there's currently no standard for replacement motors.

Is a pool pump and filter the same thing?

While pool pumps are responsible for circulating pool water, in-ground pool filters are responsible for removing debris and contaminants from the water.

When should I run my above ground pool pump?

Here is a simple rule of thumb for pools with single speed pumps during the swim season when the temperatures and swimmer volume are both high: Run the circulation system one (1) hour for every 10°F of air temperature. Example: If it is 100°F, the pump should run 10 hours a day minimum.