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Plug into powerful savings.
Most inground pool pumps run on 2 kW of energy. EcoPump runs on just 1/3 kW. The result is savings up to $1,000 per year, the highest ROI of any pool pump, and the most energy-efficient multi-speed pump ever certified by Energy Star.
Energy Star certified
Up to 85% less energy
Efficiency without sensitive electronics
We kept the tried and true without ignoring innovation. EcoBoost™ delivers variable-speed savings from a motor with no motor-mounted microprocessors, so durability and reliability are never sacrificed.
EcoBoost™ electron storage
Advanced condensers briefly store electrons in dielectrics. When the motor rotates into the optimal position, the stored energy is released, boosting the energy transferred to the impeller.
Phase-shifting power
Circuits shift the phase so the voltage across one winding is an ideal 90 degrees from the other. As a true two-phase machine, EcoPump delivers a power factor near 100%.
The quietest in its class
Single-phase motors hum because they vibrate at 120 Hz on a 60 Hz line. EcoBoost smooths power delivery for a pump that is virtually silent during circulation.
Runs cooler, lasts longer
Over 80% of pump failures are heat-related. Smooth power delivery and dual bearings minimize heat and vibration, and the common failure points have been eliminated.
Drop-in replacement
A direct replacement for your existing inground pump that works with any control: a simple 3-way switch, a timer or a programmable control system. Salt and UV compatible.
Energy Star certified
The EP-4 and EP-6 are the most efficient 1 HP and 1.5 HP multi-speed pumps ever certified by Energy Star, exceeding the required energy factor by over 62%.
Energy stored, then released at exactly the right moment
EcoPump is made technically possible by EcoBoost™, a core energy-saving technology that optimizes the efficiency of the electric motors found in swimming pool pumps. EcoBoost is an advanced phase-shifting technology that briefly stores electrons in condensers. When the motor rotates into the optimal position, the stored energy is released, boosting the energy transferred to the impeller.
EcoBoost smooths the motor’s power output through every 360-degree revolution. The result is smooth-running performance, ultra-efficiency, cooler temperatures and longer life, in every EcoPump from ¾ HP to 2 HP.
Breaking the ⅓ kW barrier
Just a few years ago, “energy efficient” pool pumps required a staggering 1,600 to 2,000 watts. The pool pump is second only to a home’s HVAC in power consumption, and a traditional pump commonly uses more power than every other appliance combined. EcoPump runs on as little as 230 watts.
The physics is on your side: slow a pump to one-third of its speed and it still moves one-third of the flow, but uses almost 89% less energy. Run it three times as long for the same turnover and you still come out far ahead.
The loud, humming pump is a thing of the past
Typical single-phase motors are noisy because they vibrate at 120 Hz when operated on a 60 Hz power line. EcoPump’s phase-shifting technology smooths power delivery for a pump that is virtually silent during circulation.
Reliability and long operating life were primary goals in EcoPump’s development. Over 80% of pump failures are heat-related, so EcoPump runs cooler on dual bearings, and the motor-mounted microprocessors that are the common failure point in variable-speed pumps have simply been eliminated. A no-nonsense 2-year warranty is standard, and can be extended to a full 5 years.
Moving water is healthy water
In the past, pool owners ran their pumps just 4 to 8 hours a day to hold down the electric bill. Unfortunately, 16 to 20 hours of stagnant water creates a breeding ground for bacteria and algae, and it is virtually impossible to add chemicals when the pump is off.
Running on just pennies per day, EcoPump is affordable enough to run around the clock, even 24 hours a day, for the purest, most crystal clear water possible. It is the perfect partner for a SpectraLight UV system, which needs flow to do its work.
The most efficient multi-speed pump ever certified by Energy Star
Both the EP-4 and the EP-6 exceeded Energy Star’s required energy factor by over 62%. The EP-6 attained an energy factor of 6.43 on Curve A against a minimum of 3.8, making it the most efficient multi-speed pump ever certified. EcoPump is also California Title 20 compliant, which matters as California, Arizona, Florida and Texas move to require efficient pool pumps.
Many power companies and states offer rebates of up to $500 for energy-efficient pool equipment, so the payback on an EcoPump is often measured in months.
Why a two-speed EcoPump beats a 3,000-speed drive
The vast majority of pool owners need two settings: a low circulate speed the pump lives on 95% of the time, and a vacuum speed for cleaning. EcoBoost makes that low speed extraordinarily cheap to run.
Condensers store the charge
Advanced condensers briefly hold electrons in dielectrics until the motor calls for power, instead of letting it dissipate as heat and vibration.
Released at the optimal position
As the rotor swings into the ideal position, the stored energy is released, boosting the energy transferred to the impeller on every revolution.
Smooth two-phase power
With the windings shifted 90 degrees apart, EcoPump runs as a true two-phase machine with a power factor near 100%: cooler, quieter and up to 85% cheaper to run.
The EcoPump runs whisper quiet and we are saving over $100 per month on our electric bill. Additionally, we are running our pump longer and the water clarity has never been better.
Five residential models, one technology
Every EcoPump carries EcoBoost™ dual electron condensers, multiple speeds, and works with a switch, timer or digital controller. The EP-1 is the 115 V version of the EP-2.
Plumbing: 2 in unions on a self-priming uni-body housing with an oversized strainer basket. EcoPro commercial pumps from 3 to 20 HP and up to 3,000 GPM are also available.
Common questions
Answers from the team that sells and supports EcoPump across the United States.
How much will EcoPump save me?
Most inground pumps run on about 2 kW. EcoPump runs on 1/3 kW or less, which works out to savings of up to $1,000 a year compared with a traditional single-speed pump, and the highest return on investment of any pool pump. Many owners see the pump pay for itself within a season or two.
Is it really quiet?
Yes. Ordinary single-phase motors vibrate at 120 Hz on a 60 Hz power line, which is the hum you hear from a typical pump. EcoBoost phase-shifting smooths the power delivery so EcoPump is virtually silent on its circulate setting.
How long should I run my pool pump each day?
As long as possible, and at least 12 hours. It is better and cheaper to run a pump longer at a slower speed: a 50% reduction in speed uses about 1/8 of the electricity. EcoPump is affordable enough to run 24 hours a day for the clearest water.
Will it fit my equipment pad?
EcoPump is designed as a direct drop-in replacement for standard inground pool plumbing, with 2 inch unions. It works with any control, from a $30 three-way switch to a timer or a programmable system. Share your setup with our team and we will confirm fit and sizing.
What size do I need?
Match the pump to your pool volume and the flow your filter and heater require; oversizing wastes energy. As a guide, the EP-2 suits pools under 12,000 gallons, the EP-4 12,000 to 20,000, the EP-6 20,000 to 35,000 and the EP-8 35,000 to 50,000 gallons.
Are there rebates?
Often, yes. Many power companies and some states offer rebates of up to $500 for energy-efficient pool equipment such as Energy Star pumps and UV systems. California and Arizona lead the way, and EcoPump is California Title 20 compliant.
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