⚡ Waterco TurboFlo 3.00 HP 1 Phase Pump

Maximum Single-Phase Power for Large Pools – Delivering 40 m³/hr Flow with Exceptional Hydraulic Efficiency 🌀

📋 Product Overview

The Waterco TurboFlo 3.00 HP represents the pinnacle of single-phase pool pump performance, engineered for large residential pools, heated installations, and semi-commercial applications where maximum circulation is non-negotiable. With a robust 2.10 kW motor delivering an impressive 40.02 m³/hr flow rate at 8m head, this pump handles pools up to 120,000 litres with ease.

Despite its considerable power output, the TurboFlo 3.00 HP maintains Waterco’s commitment to hydraulic efficiency. The precision-engineered impeller and diffuser design extracts maximum flow from every kilowatt, meaning you get substantially more circulation than the 2.50 HP model while keeping energy costs proportionate.

The signature adjustable wet end—configurable in five positions—provides installation flexibility that competitors simply cannot match. Whether you’re replacing an existing pump or designing a new system, the TurboFlo adapts to your pipework rather than forcing expensive modifications.

Built with the same premium components as the entire TurboFlo range—glass-filled thermoplastic body, 316 stainless steel mechanical seal assembly, and IP55-rated motor with thermal protection—this pump delivers the durability and reliability that serious pool owners demand. When you need maximum single-phase performance without stepping up to three-phase power, the TurboFlo 3.00 HP is the definitive choice.

⭐ Key Features

✅ Powerful 3.00 HP Motor – 2.10 kW output delivers market-leading 40.02 m³/hr flow at 8m head, the highest in the single-phase TurboFlo range

✅ Maximum Single-Phase Performance – Ideal for large installations where three-phase power isn’t available or practical

✅ Hydraulically Optimised Design – Precision impeller and diffuser minimise turbulence and maximise output efficiency, keeping running costs manageable despite high power

✅ 5-Position Adjustable Wet End – Configure outlet orientation to suit any plumbing arrangement, eliminating costly pipework modifications

✅ Premium 316 Stainless Steel Mechanical Seal – High-grade carbon/graphite seal with corrosion-resistant spring assembly ensures leak-free operation

✅ Glass-Filled Noryl Impeller & Diffuser – Advanced engineering materials provide superior chemical resistance and dimensional stability under load

✅ Heavy-Duty Single-Piece Pump Body – Glass-filled thermoplastic construction handles the demands of high-flow operation

✅ IP55 Protected Motor – Weather-resistant design with 431-grade stainless steel shaft, fan cooling, and thermal overload protection

✅ Super-Quiet Operation – Advanced engineering delivers remarkably quiet running despite powerful output

✅ 50mm Quick-Connect Unions Included – 2″/63mm half unions for straightforward installation

✅ Comprehensive Warranty – 3-year wet end, 2-year motor, 1-year seal warranty (1-year all components commercial)

🔧 Technical Specifications

Specification	Value
Model	TurboFlo 300
Product Code	14 97 241 330
Motor Power	3.00 HP / 2.10 kW
Phase	Single Phase
Voltage	220–240V
Frequency	50Hz
Current Draw	9.1 Amps
Motor Speed	2860 RPM
Flow Rate @ 8m Head	40.02 m³/hr
Inlet/Outlet Size	50mm / 2″
Connection Type	Quick-connect barrel unions for UPVC pipe
Total Length	483mm
Weight	24.5 kg
Dimensions (L×W×H)	660mm × 260mm × 360mm
IP Rating	IP55
Impeller Material	Glass-filled Noryl
Diffuser Material	Glass-filled Noryl
Pump Body	Single-piece glass-filled thermoplastic
Motor Shaft	431 grade stainless steel
Mechanical Seal	High-grade carbon/graphite with 316 SS spring
Wet End Warranty	3 Years (Residential) / 1 Year (Commercial)
Motor Warranty	2 Years (Residential) / 1 Year (Commercial)
Seal Warranty	1 Year

💰 Usage Costs & Running Expenses

High-performance pumps require careful consideration of operating costs. Here’s a transparent breakdown of what the TurboFlo 3.00 HP will cost to run across different usage scenarios.

📊 Annual Running Cost Calculation

Base Parameters:

• Power consumption: 2.10 kW
• Current UK electricity rate: £0.2635 per kWh (Ofgem Price Cap, Q4 2025)

🏊 Scenario 1: Seasonal Large Residential Pool (May–September)

Typical usage for substantial outdoor UK pools during the swimming season.

Calculation:

• Daily runtime: 8 hours
• Swimming season: 150 days (May–September)
• Annual operating hours: 8 × 150 = 1,200 hours
• Energy consumption: 2.10 kW × 1,200 hours = 2,520 kWh
• ✅ Annual running cost: 2,520 × £0.2635 = £664.02

💵 Monthly cost during season: approximately £133

♨️ Scenario 2: Year-Round Heated Pool (Indoor/Covered)

For large pools operating continuously with consistent high-volume filtration.

Calculation:

• Daily runtime: 10 hours
• Operating days: 365 days
• Annual operating hours: 10 × 365 = 3,650 hours
• Energy consumption: 2.10 kW × 3,650 hours = 7,665 kWh
• ✅ Annual running cost: 7,665 × £0.2635 = £2,019.73

💷 Monthly cost: approximately £168

🏢 Scenario 3: Commercial/Semi-Commercial Installation

Hotels, holiday parks, health clubs, and leisure facilities with extended daily operation.

Calculation:

• Daily runtime: 14 hours
• Operating days: 365 days
• Annual operating hours: 14 × 365 = 5,110 hours
• Energy consumption: 2.10 kW × 5,110 hours = 10,731 kWh
• ✅ Annual running cost: 10,731 × £0.2635 = £2,827.62

💰 Monthly cost: approximately £236

⚡ Efficiency Comparison: TurboFlo 3.00 HP vs Alternatives

Pump Option	Power	Annual Hours	Annual kWh	Annual Cost	Difference
✅ TurboFlo 3.00 HP	2.10 kW	1,200	2,520	£664.02	—
❌ Budget 3.0 HP pump	2.50 kW	1,200	3,000	£790.50	+£126.48/year
❌ Old inefficient 3.0 HP	2.80 kW	1,200	3,360	£885.36	+£221.34/year
❌ Oversized 4.0 HP single-phase	3.20 kW	1,200	3,840	£1,011.84	+£347.82/year

💸 Potential annual savings: £126–£348 compared to less efficient alternatives

📈 TurboFlo Range Comparison: Choosing the Right Power

Model	Power	Flow @ 8m	Annual Cost*	Best Pool Size
TurboFlo 2.00 HP	1.50 kW	29.04 m³/hr	£474.30	40,000–70,000L
TurboFlo 2.50 HP	1.70 kW	33.30 m³/hr	£537.54	60,000–90,000L
TurboFlo 3.00 HP	2.10 kW	40.02 m³/hr	£664.02	80,000–120,000L
TurboFlo 4.00 HP (3-phase)	3.10 kW	45.36 m³/hr	£980.04	100,000–150,000L

*Based on 1,200 hours annual operation at £0.2635/kWh

The 3.00 HP model is ideal when:

• Your pool exceeds 80,000 litres
• Maximum single-phase power is required
• Extended pipework creates significant head losses
• Multiple water features demand high flow capacity
• Rapid turnover is essential for heated or heavily-used pools

🎯 Real World Applications

🏊‍♂️ Large Luxury Residential Pools (80,000–120,000 Litres)

The TurboFlo 3.00 HP is purpose-built for substantial private pools where smaller pumps cannot achieve adequate turnover. With 40.02 m³/hr flow, a 100,000-litre pool achieves complete circulation in approximately 2.5 hours—comfortably within best-practice guidelines for optimal water quality.

🏡 Properties Without Three-Phase Power

Many residential properties lack three-phase electrical supply, limiting pump options. The TurboFlo 3.00 HP delivers maximum single-phase performance, providing near-commercial circulation without requiring expensive electrical upgrades.

🌊 Complex Pool Systems with Water Features

Where substantial water features—large waterfalls, multiple fountains, or extensive spillovers—share the circulation system, the 3.00 HP’s generous flow capacity ensures filtration performance isn’t compromised when decorative features operate.

♨️ Large Heated & Indoor Pools

Heated pools demand faster circulation to distribute warmth evenly, prevent stratification, and work efficiently with heat exchangers. The 40 m³/hr flow rate ensures excellent thermal distribution throughout larger pool volumes.

🔄 Replacement for Ageing Commercial-Grade Pumps

Many older installations used inefficient commercial pumps. The TurboFlo 3.00 HP often matches or exceeds their real-world performance with significantly better energy efficiency—an ideal upgrade opportunity.

🏢 Semi-Commercial Installations

Boutique hotel pools, holiday park facilities, private school pools, and health club installations where maximum single-phase power combines with the reliability and warranty coverage that commercial operators require.

💡 Cost Savings Examples

📍 Scenario: Replacing an Ageing 3.0 HP Pump (10+ Years Old)

Older pumps typically consume 25–35% more electricity than modern equivalents due to worn impellers, degraded seals, and motor inefficiencies.

Example comparison:

• ❌ Aged pump measured draw: approximately 2.80 kW
• ✅ New TurboFlo 3.00 HP: 2.10 kW (rated)
• Usage: 8 hours/day × 150 days = 1,200 hours annually

Annual energy consumption:

• ❌ Old pump: 2.80 kW × 1,200 = 3,360 kWh = £885.36
• ✅ TurboFlo: 2.10 kW × 1,200 = 2,520 kWh = £664.02

💰 Annual saving: £221.34

📈 5-year savings: £1,106.70

⏱️ Payback period: approximately 3.7 years (based on pump price of £827.58)

📍 Scenario: Right-Sizing from an Oversized 4.0 HP Pump

Installers sometimes specify oversized pumps “for safety margin.” Downsizing to correct capacity often delivers identical real-world performance with substantial energy savings.

Example comparison:

• ❌ Oversized 4.0 HP pump: 3.20 kW
• ✅ Right-sized TurboFlo 3.00 HP: 2.10 kW
• Year-round heated pool: 10 hours/day × 365 days = 3,650 hours

Annual energy consumption:

• ❌ 4.0 HP pump: 3.20 kW × 3,650 = 11,680 kWh = £3,077.68
• ✅ TurboFlo: 2.10 kW × 3,650 = 7,665 kWh = £2,019.73

💰 Annual saving: £1,057.95

📈 3-year savings: £3,173.85

⏱️ Payback period: under 10 months

📍 Scenario: Upgrading from Budget 3.0 HP to Quality Equipment

Budget pumps sacrifice hydraulic efficiency for lower purchase prices. Over time, the energy costs far exceed any initial savings.

Example comparison:

• ❌ Budget 3.0 HP pump: 2.50 kW (typical)
• ✅ TurboFlo 3.00 HP: 2.10 kW
• Semi-commercial use: 12 hours/day × 300 days = 3,600 hours

Annual energy consumption:

• ❌ Budget pump: 2.50 kW × 3,600 = 9,000 kWh = £2,371.50
• ✅ TurboFlo: 2.10 kW × 3,600 = 7,560 kWh = £1,992.06

💰 Annual saving: £379.44

📈 5-year savings: £1,897.20

📍 Scenario: Avoiding Three-Phase Installation Costs

For properties without three-phase power, installing a three-phase supply can cost £2,000–£5,000+. The TurboFlo 3.00 HP delivers near-commercial performance on standard single-phase power.

Potential savings:

• ❌ Three-phase installation: £2,500–£5,000 (typical)
• ❌ Three-phase pump cost: £900–£1,200
• ✅ TurboFlo 3.00 HP: £827.58

💷 Potential saving: £2,500–£5,500 by avoiding three-phase upgrade

📥 Downloads & Resources

📄 Waterco TurboFlo Technical Datasheet – Complete specifications, dimensional drawings, and performance flow curves for all TurboFlo models (PDF)

🏆 Why Choose the Waterco TurboFlo 3.00 HP?

✅ Maximum Single-Phase Power – 40.02 m³/hr flow rate is the highest available in the single-phase TurboFlo range, perfect for large pools without three-phase supply

✅ Exceptional Hydraulic Efficiency – Advanced impeller and diffuser design delivers more flow per kilowatt than budget alternatives, controlling running costs despite high power output

✅ Unmatched Installation Flexibility – Five adjustable wet end positions accommodate virtually any plumbing configuration without expensive modifications

✅ Premium Build Throughout – Glass-filled thermoplastic body, 316 stainless steel seals, and IP55-rated motor ensure long-term durability in demanding applications

✅ Whisper-Quiet Operation – Remarkably quiet running for a pump of this power, minimising noise impact on pool environments

✅ Industry-Leading Warranty – 3-year wet end warranty demonstrates Waterco’s confidence in product quality and construction

✅ Proven Global Reputation – Waterco’s engineering excellence means fewer breakdowns and longer service life than lesser brands

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✨ Summary

The Waterco TurboFlo 3.00 HP 1 Phase Pump delivers the ultimate in single-phase pool pump performance, engineered for large residential pools, heated installations, and semi-commercial applications demanding maximum circulation. With an exceptional 40.02 m³/hr flow rate, premium construction, and Waterco’s renowned hydraulic efficiency, this pump handles pools up to 120,000 litres whilst keeping energy costs proportionate to its powerful output. Annual running costs from approximately £664 for seasonal use, combined with potential savings of £220–£1,050+ versus older or oversized pumps, make the TurboFlo 3.00 HP a smart investment in serious pool circulation.