Pentair Variable Speed Pump on Above Ground Pool?

[Bow_Extreme]

I recently acquired a new home and with it came an above ground pool. I'm fairly decent with pool knowledge and used this forum in the past.

Pool Specs: 18' x 34' Above Ground Oval with deep end

Estimated Gallons: 24,500

Currently running single speed 1.5hp with a small sand filter

Looking at going to:

Pentair Intelliflo Variable Speed Pump: XF series for larger flow rates or high performance less flow pump

Havent picked a new sand filter yet but going to spec a larger filter for more filter area.

I searched these forums looking for information regarding the variable speed on an above ground but couldnt find anything. All help is greatly appreciated. What model pump would one use for the pool I have?

I appreciate the help!!


Thanks

 

[CJadamec]

A Pentair superflo VS is really plenty for that pool. Do you have any automation or other things that would push you to the intelliflo?

I'd be looking at a 24" sized sand filter or maybe one size bigger.

 

[Bow_Extreme]

No automation, yet. I like the built in programmer to control the flow rates and reduce the electric bill. If I buy a two speed and a timer control it will be nearly the same amount of money.

 

[CJadamec]

Right well save yourself some money and go with the Pentair Superflo VS it will do every thing you want.

 

[Bow_Extreme]

Thanks for the help!!!

 

[CJadamec]

So I couldn't figure out how to pm a picture so Im putting it here for the world to see my messy equipment pad. It's just one of those areas I keep meaning to clean up but other things keep being more important to do. Feel free to ask any questions you have.

I would recommend going with a larger sand filter than mine like a 22 or 24 inch. Wish I had know that before buying mine.

 

[Bow_Extreme]

Awesome!! Thank You!!