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How to Select a Pool Pump

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Last updated September 7, 2023

Pool pumps circulate water through the pool filtering system, mixing chemicals and sanitizing the water to help keep it clean. The pump must be the right size for your pool so that the filtering system operates efficiently.

This guide will show you how to select a pool pump. You’ll need to calculate your pool’s capacity, as well as the flow rate, turnover and the resistance. With these numbers, you can determine the proper size pump for your pool.

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Table of Contents

  1. Select the Right Size Swimming Pool Pump

  2. Calculate Flow Rate and Turnover

  3. Calculate Maximum Flow Rate

  4. Calculate Resistance