Swimming pool pumps are one of the largest energy consumers in the home. VS pumps save money because the motor spins at lower speeds, which uses less energy. You can save up to 50-80% by running the pump for longer hours each day at lower speed.
Swimming pool pumps are a vital part for keeping a pool clean and healthy. Pool pumps are one of the largest consumers of energy in the home. Studies by the Department of Energy have shown that variable speed pumps can help reduce energy costs by up to 90%. Variable speed pumps allow you to adjust the speed of your pump to match your requirements. You don’t have to run it at full power all the time. This is beneficial for your wallet and the environment and makes VS pumps an excellent choice for those looking to save money and manage their energy bills.
Fine tune the VS pump settings to power cleaners, heaters, water features, and spas to maximize your energy savings. The money savings alone will supplement the cost of purchase.
Variable speed pumps for swimming pools are a fantastic way to reduce noise and save energy. VS pumps run at lower speeds which makes them quieter than single speed pumps. This means you shouldn’t be able to hear a VS pump running at higher speeds in your backyard swimming pool. Variable speed pool pumps mean less pump noise while relaxing and entertaining guests.
Due to the improvement in pump motor engineering, variable speed pumps only produce about 40-50 dB, compared to 60-70 dB for single speed pumps. Bad motor bearings are the most common cause of excessive motor noise. VS pumps also use inverter duty bearings, which are more durable and last longer than standard pump bearings.
Filtering water is more effective at low speeds. Pools using single speed pumps that run constantly at 3450 RPM, can have a significant amount of filter bypass. Filter bypass allows microbial particles to return to the pool unfiltered. Lower flow rates allow the filter to work more efficiently trapping microbial particles and reducing filter bypass. Lower flow rates help to extend the life of your filter media and allow your filter to work more efficiently. Running a VS pump 24 hours a day at low speed will circulate pool water more efficiently and keep it cleaner.
Standard pool pumps are controlled by a time clock, a switch next to the pump or control a panel. Variable speed pumps include a computer that replaces mechanical time clocks. This allows you to easily step through menus to program pump speed and operation times. If you’re looking for the next level technology, most VS pump manufacturers offer an app for smartphone or tablet control. One of the biggest benefits of VS pumps is their compatibility with automation control systems, which allow full remote operation.
As of July 19, 2021, new or replacement pool pumps are required to meet the new energy standards. The new federal mandate is designed to reduce demand on the US electrical power grid, by reducing the amount of energy consumed by swimming pool pumps. As an added benefit, pool owners will collectively save millions of dollars per year. Single speed pool pumps are now difficult to find due to the minimum efficiency requirements. There are many benefits to owning a variable speed pool pump. Installation is the same as connecting a standard pump. If you are ready to make the switch, contact us today for more information.
