🇩🇪 Speck BADU Prime 30 Pool Pump 1.5kW Three Phase – German Engineering for Large Pool Excellence

🏆 Premium German-Made Circulation Pump for Pools up to 150m³ – Powerful, Quiet & Built to Last

📋 Product Overview

The Speck BADU Prime 30 is a high-performance self-priming circulation pump engineered in Germany for demanding large residential and commercial pool applications. With a powerful 1.5kW motor delivering an impressive 30m³/h flow rate at 8m head, this pump handles pools from 90m³ to 210m³ with ease.

Featuring Speck’s renowned block pump design with integrated strainer tank, the BADU Prime 30 incorporates complete electrical separation – the motor and pump shaft never contact pool water, ensuring maximum safety and longevity. The fiberglass-reinforced polypropylene construction delivers exceptional corrosion resistance and durability.

With the ability to overcome height differences up to 22 metres, the BADU Prime 30 is ideal for installations with solar absorber panels, elevated equipment rooms, or challenging site layouts – eliminating the need for a separate booster pump.

⭐ Key Features

✅ Made in Germany – Precision-engineered by Speck Pumpen with legendary German quality standards

✅ Powerful 1.5kW Motor – Delivers 30m³/h flow at 8m head for pools up to 150m³

✅ Complete Electrical Separation – Motor/pump shaft never contacts pool water for maximum safety

✅ 22m Maximum Head Capability – Ideal for solar panel integration and elevated installations

✅ Self-Priming to 3 Metres – Install above or below water level with equal reliability

✅ Extra-Large 6L Strainer Tank – Reduces maintenance frequency and extends cleaning intervals

✅ Fiberglass-Reinforced Construction – PP GF 30 housing resists corrosion and chemical attack

✅ Bellow Mechanical Seal – Mounted on plastic impeller hub for long service life

✅ Salt Water Compatible – Approved for pools with salt concentration up to 0.5% (5g/l)

✅ Frequency Inverter Compatible – Motor suitable for variable speed drive operation

✅ Quiet Operation – Low-noise construction ideal for residential environments

✅ Transparent Lid – Quick visual inspection of strainer basket condition

🔧 Technical Specifications

Specification	Value
Model	BADU Prime 30
Part Number	219.0308.037
Motor Power (P2)	1.5kW
Power Consumption (P1)	1.77kW
Technical Flow Rate	30m³/h (at 8m head)
Maximum Flow Rate	32.5m³/h
Maximum Head	19m
Phase	Three Phase
Voltage	3~400/230V (Y/Δ)
Current	3.30A (400V) / 5.72A (230V)
Recommended Pool Size	90–210m³
Recommended Filter Size	800–920mm diameter
Self-Priming Height	Max 3m above or below water level
Strainer Tank Capacity	Approx. 6 litres
Strainer Mesh Size	Approx. 3.0 x 2.8mm
Salt Resistance	Up to 0.5% (5 g/l)
Max Water Temperature	60°C
Weight	27kg
Recommended Pipe Size	75mm suction / 75mm discharge
Country of Manufacture	Germany

🏭 Construction Materials

Component	Material
Pump Housing	PP GF 30 (Polypropylene Glass Fiber 30%)
Intermediate Housing	PP GF 30
Seal Housing	PP TV 40
Diffuser Set	PP GF 30
Impeller	PPE GF 30
Strainer Basket	PP (Polypropylene)
Lid/Cover	PC Transparent / PA 66 GF 30
Adhesive Sockets	ABS
Mechanical Seal	Carbon/Ceramic/NBR
Screws	Stainless Steel
O-Rings	NBR/Viton

💰 Usage Costs & Running Expenses

Running costs calculated using Ofgem Price Cap Q1 2026: £0.2769 per kWh

Pump Power Consumption (P1): 1.77kW

🏊 Scenario 1: Seasonal Pool Operation (6 Months)

Large residential or boutique hotel pool

Parameter	Value
Daily Runtime	8 hours
Operating Days	180 days (April–September)
Annual Hours	1,440 hours
Energy Consumption	1.77kW × 1,440h = 2,549 kWh
💷 Annual Running Cost	2,549 × £0.2769 = £705.82

📅 Monthly Cost (during season): £705.82 ÷ 6 = £117.64/month

🏨 Scenario 2: Extended Season Operation (8 Months)

Hotel pool or heated outdoor facility

Parameter	Value
Daily Runtime	10 hours
Operating Days	240 days (March–October)
Annual Hours	2,400 hours
Energy Consumption	1.77kW × 2,400h = 4,248 kWh
💷 Annual Running Cost	4,248 × £0.2769 = £1,176.27

📅 Monthly Cost (during season): £1,176.27 ÷ 8 = £147.03/month

🏢 Scenario 3: Year-Round Commercial Operation

Indoor pool, leisure centre, or year-round heated facility

Parameter	Value
Daily Runtime	12 hours
Operating Days	365 days
Annual Hours	4,380 hours
Energy Consumption	1.77kW × 4,380h = 7,753 kWh
💷 Annual Running Cost	7,753 × £0.2769 = 2,146.81

📅 Monthly Cost: £2,146.81 ÷ 12 = £178.90/month

📋 Daily Running Cost Reference Table

Daily Runtime	Daily Cost	Weekly Cost
6 hours	£2.94	£20.58
8 hours	£3.92	£27.44
10 hours	£4.90	£34.30
12 hours	£5.88	£41.16

Calculation: 1.77kW × hours × £0.2769/kWh

🎯 Ideal Applications

🏊 Large Residential Pools (90–150m³)

The BADU Prime 30 delivers the flow rates needed for substantial domestic pools, ensuring proper water circulation and filtration for crystal-clear results.

🏨 Hotel & Resort Pools

German engineering and commercial-grade construction make this pump ideal for hospitality environments where reliability and quiet operation are essential.

☀️ Solar Absorber Panel Systems

With 22m maximum head capability, the BADU Prime 30 can power solar heating systems without requiring a separate booster pump – simplifying installation and reducing costs.

🏢 Small Commercial Pools

Suitable for boutique fitness centres, apartment complexes, and small leisure facilities requiring robust, reliable circulation equipment.

🔄 BADU 90 Replacement Projects

The BADU Prime 30 is a direct drop-in replacement for the legacy BADU 90/30, with identical installation dimensions for straightforward upgrades.

🧂 Salt Chlorinated Pools

Approved for salt water pools with concentrations up to 5g/l, compatible with most salt chlorination systems.

💡 Cost Savings & Efficiency

📍 Scenario: Upgrading from Oversized Single-Speed Pump

Many older installations use 2.2kW or larger pumps where a 1.5kW BADU Prime 30 provides adequate flow:

Comparison	Old 2.2kW Pump	BADU Prime 30 (1.77kW P1)
Power Consumption	2.2kW	1.77kW
Annual Hours (8h × 180 days)	1,440h	1,440h
Annual Energy	3,168 kWh	2,549 kWh
Annual Cost @ £0.2769/kWh	£877.23	£705.82
💰 Annual Saving	—	£171.41

⏱️ 5-Year Saving: £857.05

📍 Scenario: Variable Speed Drive Integration

The BADU Prime 30 motor is frequency inverter compatible, enabling variable speed operation for additional savings:

Operation Mode	Speed	Estimated Power	Daily Runtime	Daily Cost
Filtration	70%	~0.85kW	10 hours	£2.35
Backwash	100%	1.77kW	0.5 hours	£0.25
Daily Total	—	—	10.5 hours	£2.60

Compared to fixed-speed operation (10.5h @ 1.77kW = £5.15/day): 💰 Daily Saving: £2.55 | Annual Saving (180 days): £459.00

Note: Requires separate VFD controller (not included)

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🚚 Fast UK Delivery – Quick dispatch on in-stock items

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✅ Genuine Products – Authentic Speck BADU products with full manufacturer warranty

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🔧 Trade & Professional Accounts – Special pricing for pool professionals

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🏆 Why Choose the Speck BADU Prime 30?

✅ German Engineering Excellence – Designed and manufactured by Speck Pumpen with uncompromising quality standards

✅ Complete Electrical Separation – Motor shaft never contacts water, eliminating corrosion risk and enhancing safety

✅ Exceptional Head Capability – 22m maximum head enables solar panel integration without booster pumps

✅ Commercial-Grade Reliability – Fiberglass-reinforced construction and premium seals ensure long service life

✅ Versatile Installation – Self-priming to 3m above or below water level suits almost any pool configuration

✅ Future-Ready Design – Frequency inverter compatible for variable speed upgrade potential

✅ Drop-In BADU 90 Replacement – Identical dimensions for straightforward upgrades from legacy pumps

✅ Low Maintenance – 6-litre strainer tank and quality construction minimise service requirements

✨ Summary

The Speck BADU Prime 30 1.5kW Three Phase Pool Pump represents the pinnacle of German pool pump engineering for large residential and commercial applications. With its powerful 30m³/h flow rate, exceptional 22m head capability, and robust fiberglass-reinforced construction, this pump delivers the performance demanding installations require.

The innovative complete electrical separation design ensures maximum safety and longevity, while salt water compatibility up to 5g/l provides flexibility for modern sanitisation systems. Whether you’re powering a large private pool, integrating solar heating panels, or replacing legacy BADU 90 equipment, the Prime 30 delivers reliable, quiet operation backed by Speck’s renowned German quality.

Choose the Speck BADU Prime 30 for German precision engineering and uncompromising performance in demanding pool applications.