💧 AQP150ECO-V | Certikin Aquaspeed ECO-V 1.5HP Variable Speed Pump

Cut Your Pool Running Costs by up to 70% with Smart Variable Speed Technology

📋 Product Overview

The Certikin Aquaspeed ECO-V 1.5HP represents a groundbreaking evolution in commercial pool pump technology, combining the legendary reliability of the Aquaspeed range with cutting-edge variable speed efficiency. This permanent magnet brushless motor pump delivers three programmable speed settings that automatically optimize performance for different pool operations—from gentle overnight filtration to powerful backwashing—while dramatically reducing energy consumption and operating costs.

Designed as a direct retrofit for existing Aquaspeed installations or as the intelligent choice for new commercial pool systems, the ECO-V 1.5HP maintains identical connections and footprint dimensions to single-speed models while introducing revolutionary energy-saving capabilities. Whether you’re managing a leisure centre, hotel pool, or large residential installation, this pump transforms operational economics by running 99% of the time at low-speed filtration mode, consuming a fraction of the energy of traditional single-speed alternatives.

Built to Certikin’s exacting commercial standards with UV-stabilized fiberglass construction, 316-grade mechanical seals, and TUV certification, the ECO-V delivers decades of reliable service in the most demanding applications including salt chlorinated pools. The transparent lid allows instant visual inspection of the strainer basket without system disruption, while the included 2″ quick-connect unions ensure professional installation in under an hour.

⭐ Key Features

✅ State-of-the-Art Permanent Magnet Brushless Motor – Advanced motor technology eliminates brushes and commutators, delivering higher efficiency, quieter operation, lower maintenance, and extended service life compared to conventional induction motors used in single-speed pumps

✅ Three Programmable Variable Speed Settings – Low speed for standard filtration (99% of operating time), medium speed for automatic pool cleaners and enhanced circulation, high speed for backwashing and vacuuming—each setting fully programmable to your specific installation requirements

✅ Direct Retrofit Compatibility – Identical footprint, pipe connections, and mounting dimensions to single-speed Aquaspeed pumps enable seamless upgrades without costly replumbing or equipment pad modifications, protecting your infrastructure investment

✅ Hydraulically Optimized Impeller Design – Precision-engineered impeller and diffuser geometry maximizes hydraulic output while minimizing turbulence and cavitation, ensuring quiet operation and extending component longevity even under demanding commercial conditions

✅ Commercial-Grade Construction – Single-piece UV-stabilized fiberglass-filled body withstands years of outdoor exposure and chemical environments, while 316 high-grade mechanical seals provide superior corrosion resistance in salt chlorinated pool applications

✅ Transparent Strainer Lid – Crystal-clear lid enables instant visual inspection of basket debris level without interrupting pump operation or breaking hydraulic seal, streamlining maintenance routines and reducing service downtime

✅ Professional Installation Package – Complete with 2″ quick-connect unions for rapid, leak-free installation, reducing labour costs and ensuring proper hydraulic connection quality in commercial environments where reliability is paramount

✅ TUV Quality Certification – Independent third-party testing and certification confirms compliance with rigorous European safety and performance standards, providing peace of mind for facility managers and insurance requirements

✅ Salt Pool Compatible – Premium 316-grade mechanical seal and corrosion-resistant materials throughout ensure reliable long-term operation in salt chlorinated pool environments without premature seal failure or body degradation

✅ Certikin Exclusive Design – Available exclusively through Certikin’s authorized dealer network, ensuring genuine OEM components, factory-trained technical support, and comprehensive 2-year limited warranty coverage on pump body and motor (1 year on mechanical seal)

🔧 Technical Specifications

Specification	Detail
Model Number	AQP150ECO-V
Motor Power	1.5 HP (1.1 kW)
Motor Type	Variable Speed, Permanent Magnet Brushless
Speed Control	3 Programmable Speed Settings
Electrical Supply	220-240V, 50Hz, Single Phase
Motor Rating	IP55 (Fully Protected Against Dust, Water Jets)
Motor Insulation	Class F with Thermal Protection
Rated Speed	Variable (Adjustable)
Pump Body Material	UV-Stabilized Fiberglass-Filled Composite
Body Construction	Single-Piece Design for Maximum Strength
Impeller Material	Hydraulically Efficient Engineered Composite
Mechanical Seal	316 High-Grade Stainless Steel
Inlet/Outlet Connections	2″ (50mm) with Quick-Connect Unions
Strainer Basket	Large Capacity, Easy-Access Design
Lid Type	Clear Transparent for Visual Inspection
Maximum Water Temperature	40°C (104°F) / 50°C Surge Capability
Minimum Water Temperature	0°C (With Proper Winterization)
Salt Pool Compatibility	Yes (316 Mechanical Seal)
Typical Flow Rate Range	Variable Based on Speed Setting
Maximum Head Pressure	Approximately 18-20m (Speed Dependent)
Dimensions (L x W x H)	623mm x 310mm x 200mm
Weight	Approximately 17kg
Power Cable Length	1.5 metres (Pre-wired, Single Phase)
Approvals & Certifications	TUV Certified, CE Approved
Warranty	2-Year Limited (1 Year Mechanical Seal)
Manufacturer	Certikin International Ltd
Country of Design	United Kingdom

💰 Usage Costs & Running Expenses

📊 Annual Running Cost Calculation – Variable Speed Advantage

The Aquaspeed ECO-V 1.5HP’s variable speed capability delivers transformative energy savings compared to traditional single-speed pumps. By running 99% of the time at low-speed filtration mode, this pump dramatically reduces energy consumption while maintaining superior water quality.

Low-Speed Filtration Mode (Standard Operation – 99% of Time):

• Power consumption: Approximately 0.15-0.25 kW (variable based on setting)
• Typical usage: 12 hours/day × 365 days = 4,380 hours/year
• UK commercial electricity rate: £0.28 per kWh (November 2025 average)
• ✅ Annual cost at 0.20 kW average: 0.20 × 4,380 × £0.28 = £245

Medium-Speed Mode (Cleaner Operation – 1% of Time):

• Power consumption: Approximately 0.45-0.60 kW
• Typical usage: 2 hours/week × 52 weeks = 104 hours/year
• ✅ Annual cost at 0.50 kW: 0.50 × 104 × £0.28 = £15

High-Speed Mode (Backwash/Vacuum – Minimal Use):

• Power consumption: Approximately 0.90-1.10 kW (full power)
• Typical usage: 30 minutes/week × 52 weeks = 26 hours/year
• ✅ Annual cost at 1.0 kW: 1.0 × 26 × £0.28 = £7

💵 Total Annual Running Cost: £267

⚡ Energy Savings Comparison vs. Traditional Single-Speed Pump

❌ Conventional 1.5HP Single-Speed Pump:

• Constant power consumption: 1.1 kW (full load)
• Same usage pattern: 12 hours/day × 365 days = 4,380 hours/year
• ❌ Annual cost: 1.1 × 4,380 × £0.28 = £1,349

💷 Annual Savings: £1,082 (80% Reduction)

📈 Three-Year Total Cost of Ownership:

Cost Element	ECO-V Variable Speed	Single-Speed Pump	Savings
Year 1 Energy	£267	£1,349	£1,082
Year 2 Energy	£267	£1,349	£1,082
Year 3 Energy	£267	£1,349	£1,082
3-Year Total	✅ £801	❌ £4,047	💰 £3,246

🏊 Commercial Pool Usage Scenarios

🏢 Leisure Centre Pool (Extended Hours):

• Operating schedule: 16 hours/day, 350 days/year
• Low-speed mode: 14 hours/day
• Medium-speed: 2 hours/day
• ECO-V annual cost: Approximately £380
• Single-speed annual cost: Approximately £1,736
• 💰 Annual saving: £1,356
• ⏱ Payback period: 6-9 months on energy savings alone

🏨 Hotel Pool (Year-Round Operation):

• Operating schedule: 20 hours/day, 365 days/year
• Primarily low-speed with periodic medium-speed for cleaners
• ECO-V annual cost: Approximately £420
• Single-speed annual cost: Approximately £2,044
• 💰 Annual saving: £1,624
• 📊 Five-year savings: Over £8,000

☀ Seasonal Outdoor Pool (6-Month Operation):

• Operating schedule: 12 hours/day, 180 days/year
• Summer operation only
• ECO-V seasonal cost: Approximately £135
• Single-speed seasonal cost: Approximately £675
• 💰 Seasonal saving: £540

🎯 Real World Examples & Applications

🏊‍♂ Municipal & Leisure Centre Pools – Perfect for high-volume public facilities requiring continuous filtration with minimal energy expenditure. The three programmable speeds accommodate heavy bather loads during peak hours (medium speed) while reducing consumption during overnight filtration (low speed), delivering professional water quality management with 70-80% lower electricity costs than traditional single-speed installations.

🏨 Hotel & Resort Pool Systems – Ideal for hospitality environments where guest experience demands crystal-clear water quality 24/7 while operational budgets require strict cost control. Silent low-speed operation eliminates pump noise disturbance for adjacent guest rooms, while programmable scheduling automatically increases flow for morning cleaning cycles before guest arrival, then returns to whisper-quiet filtration mode.

🌊 Large Residential & Estate Pools – Excellent choice for upscale residential installations where homeowners demand both superior performance and minimal running costs. The ability to fine-tune flow rates optimizes chemical distribution, heating efficiency, and automatic cleaner performance while reducing annual electricity bills by hundreds of pounds compared to conventional pumps, enhancing property value and sustainability credentials.

🔄 Aquaspeed Pump Upgrades & Retrofits – The ideal replacement solution for aging single-speed Aquaspeed installations experiencing rising energy costs or approaching end of service life. Identical mounting footprint and pipe connections enable seamless equipment upgrades without costly replumbing, immediately delivering 70-80% energy savings while extending equipment lifespan through gentler variable-speed operation.

♨ Heated Pool Installations – Particularly effective in heated pool applications where extended circulation times are essential for even temperature distribution. Low-speed mode provides sufficient flow for effective heat distribution while consuming 75% less energy than single-speed alternatives, maximizing the efficiency of expensive heating systems and reducing total facility operating costs.

💡 Cost Savings Examples

📍 Scenario 1: Leisure Centre Upgrade

Situation: A municipal leisure centre operates a 25m pool with a 15-year-old Aquaspeed 1.5HP single-speed pump running 16 hours daily, 350 days per year.

Current Costs:

• ❌ Single-speed power: 1.1 kW × 16 hours × 350 days = 6,160 kWh/year
• ❌ Annual electricity cost: 6,160 × £0.28 = £1,725

After ECO-V Upgrade:

• ✅ Variable speed operation (avg. 0.25 kW): 0.25 × 16 × 350 = 1,400 kWh/year
• ✅ Annual electricity cost: 1,400 × £0.28 = £392

💰 Annual Saving: £1,333 ⏱ Typical Payback Period: 12-15 months 📈 Five-Year Savings: £6,665

📍 Scenario 2: Hotel Pool Cost Reduction

Situation: A 4-star hotel operates a year-round pool with continuous 20-hour daily filtration using a conventional 1.5HP pump.

Current Costs:

• ❌ Single-speed consumption: 1.1 kW × 20 hours × 365 days = 8,030 kWh/year
• ❌ Annual cost at £0.28/kWh = £2,248

With ECO-V Technology:

• ✅ Variable speed operation (avg. 0.22 kW): 0.22 × 20 × 365 = 1,606 kWh/year
• ✅ Annual cost: 1,606 × £0.28 = £450

💰 Annual Saving: £1,798 💷 Three-Year Cumulative Savings: £5,394 📊 Energy Consumption Reduction: 80%

📍 Scenario 3: Residential Pool Seasonal Operation

Situation: A large residential pool operates 12 hours daily during the 6-month swimming season (April-September) with a traditional single-speed pump.

Current Seasonal Costs:

• ❌ Single-speed usage: 1.1 kW × 12 hours × 183 days = 2,415 kWh/season
• ❌ Seasonal cost: 2,415 × £0.28 = £676

ECO-V Seasonal Operation:

• ✅ Variable speed average: 0.20 kW × 12 hours × 183 days = 439 kWh/season
• ✅ Seasonal cost: 439 × £0.28 = £123

💰 Seasonal Saving: £553 💵 Annual ROI: Approximately 35-45% on equipment investment

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📍 Scenario 4: Energy Price Protection

Consideration: UK commercial electricity rates have increased 75% since 2021 (from 14.81p to 25.97p per kWh), with continued volatility expected.

ECO-V Advantage:

• ✅ Reduced baseline consumption provides natural hedge against future price increases
• ✅ Consuming 6,000 fewer kWh annually means £1,680 saved at current rates
• ✅ If electricity rises to £0.35/kWh (25% increase): savings grow to £2,100 annually
• ✅ Variable speed operation insulates facilities from worst impacts of energy market volatility

📥 Downloads & Resources

📄 Aquaspeed Pump Installation Manual – Comprehensive installation instructions, electrical wiring diagrams, priming procedures, and maintenance schedules for all Aquaspeed pump models including ECO-V series (PDF, 2.1MB) Download: aquaspeedpumpmanual-208156.pdf

📄 Certikin Aquaspeed Pumps Product Brochure – Complete technical specifications, performance curves, dimensional drawings, and product feature overview covering the full Aquaspeed range including variable speed ECO-V models (PDF, 1.8MB) Download: certikinaquaspeedpumps-207932.pdf

🏆 Why Choose This Product

✅ Proven 70-80% Energy Reduction – Documented energy savings in real-world commercial installations translate to annual savings ranging from £1,000-£2,000+ depending on usage patterns, delivering rapid return on investment while dramatically reducing carbon footprint and operating costs

✅ Genuine Certikin OEM Quality – Exclusive Certikin design manufactured to rigorous UK quality standards ensures authentic components, factory support, comprehensive warranty coverage, and decades of reliable service unlike generic imports or counterfeit alternatives

✅ Seamless Retrofit Installation – Direct replacement compatibility with existing Aquaspeed installations eliminates costly replumbing, equipment pad modifications, and system downtime, enabling professional upgrades in under an hour with immediate energy savings realization

✅ Commercial-Grade Reliability – TUV-certified construction with 316-grade mechanical seals, Class F motor insulation, IP55 protection, and single-piece fiberglass body delivers decades of maintenance-free operation in demanding commercial environments including salt chlorinated pools

✅ Future-Proof Energy Economics – Variable speed technology provides natural protection against continued UK electricity price volatility, ensuring operational cost predictability and insulating facilities from worst impacts of future energy market disruptions

✅ Superior Water Quality Management – Programmable three-speed operation optimizes filtration efficiency, chemical distribution, heating performance, and automatic cleaner effectiveness while eliminating the over-circulation and energy waste inherent in single-speed alternatives

✅ Whisper-Quiet Operation – Advanced permanent magnet brushless motor technology eliminates the mechanical noise and vibration of conventional pumps, making this ideal for hospitality environments, residential installations, and facilities where acoustic performance matters

✅ Comprehensive Technical Support – Backed by Certikin’s UK-based technical team with decades of commercial pool equipment expertise, ensuring rapid troubleshooting assistance, genuine spare parts availability, and warranty service throughout the pump’s operational lifetime

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✅ Authorized Certikin Dealer – We’re an official Certikin stockist, guaranteeing 100% genuine OEM products with full manufacturer warranty coverage and UK-based technical support

✅ Commercial Pool Equipment Specialists – Our team understands commercial pool operations and can provide expert guidance on pump sizing, installation requirements, and energy optimization strategies

✅ Competitive Trade Pricing – Direct relationships with leading manufacturers enable us to offer professional-grade equipment at competitive prices for facility managers, contractors, and pool professionals

✅ Fast UK Shipping – Stock availability and efficient logistics ensure rapid delivery throughout the United Kingdom, minimizing equipment downtime and project delays

✅ Technical Expertise Available – Our knowledgeable staff can answer questions about compatibility, installation, programming, and maintenance to ensure successful long-term performance

✅ Complete Product Range – Beyond pumps, we supply the full spectrum of commercial pool equipment, filtration components, and maintenance supplies for comprehensive facility support

✨ Summary

The Certikin Aquaspeed ECO-V 1.5HP Variable Speed Pump represents the most significant advancement in commercial pool pump technology in decades, delivering documented 70-80% energy savings while maintaining the legendary Aquaspeed reliability trusted by facility managers across the UK. With three programmable speed settings, permanent magnet brushless motor efficiency, and direct retrofit compatibility with existing Aquaspeed installations, this pump transforms operational economics—reducing annual electricity costs by £1,000-£2,000+ while providing superior water quality management and whisper-quiet performance.

Backed by TUV certification, 316-grade mechanical seals, and Certikin’s comprehensive 2-year warranty, the ECO-V 1.5HP delivers commercial-grade durability in demanding applications including salt chlorinated pools. Whether upgrading aging equipment, building new facilities, or seeking protection against rising UK electricity prices, this variable speed technology offers rapid ROI, future-proof energy economics, and decades of reliable service—making it the intelligent choice for forward-thinking facility managers and pool professionals.