What size pool pump do you need for a 16 X 32 pool?

Answer 1

Determine how many gallons of water your swimming pool holds. You will also need to consider what size filter that you have. If you have an undersized filter to pump it can create filtration and circulation problems. Be sure to look at the turnover rate for your pump and filter that you are considering. If you have an aboveground pool most pump and filters are sold as a pre-sized set.

Answer 2

The size pump required is directly related to the type of filter you have. Every filter has a minimum and maximum flow rating (gallons per minute). The pump must perform within this range for the filter to be effective. Oversizing the pumps output to the filters rated capacity is a common problem that reduces the filters performance and wastes electricity and dollars. Find the maximum GPM your filter can handle. Target your pump to be slightly less than that and you should find the performance satisfactory. Pool & Spa

Answer 3

I believe a 1/4 to 1/2 hp pump should be sufficient for a pool that is 5000 gallons. The rate is that it should be able to cycle the total volume of the pool in 8 hours. that will be determined by the GPM Gallon Per Minute rating of the pump. In the 5000 gal range a 1/4 or 1/2 has enough gpm to cycle 5000 gallons in 8 hours.

Answer 4

For jr Olympic 25M with 6 lanes. Will usually have a 7.5 hp pump such as Pentair EQ

Answer 5

3/4 hp. A 16 x 32 pool can get by with a 3/4 hp motor, particularly if it has Grecian corners, but I would replace it with a one hp pump when the time comes.

Answer 6

A 1-horsepower pump should be just fine.

Answer 7

1.5hp