Buying the Balboa Spa Circulation Pump for your Existing Spa

A pump is the important aspect of a hot tub or spa system. The main feature of the spa pump is the reliability. If you focus more on cost rather than quality, remember that these systems don’t last much. If a pump fails working, it can result in significant damage like leading to water in the piping freezing or flooding of the home and other damage.

Take a look at below discussed factors when considering replacement spa pumps.

Focus on the voltage.

You should know whether your existing spa pump operates at 110-120 VAC or 220-240 VAC.

Check for horsepower/amps.

Generally, pumps are specified as true horsepower, HP. If you don’t know, you should check the Amps ratings present on the motor label. If you want to double the flow, it increases the horse power by eight times. Even a small change in the horsepower either up or down will have little impact on flow.

Check the speed of the pump.

Know whether your spa pump is a two speed pump or a single speed pump. All Northern Lights spa pumps are 2 speed pumps; but can be used as 1 speed pump. You can use a 2-speed pump like a 1-speed pump by connecting the high speed terminal. However, the Northern Lights circulation pumps come as 1-speed pumps.

Focus on the arrangement of connections.

Northern Lights spa pumps are center suction and side discharge pumps. Most of the pumps are specifically designed to use 2” unions; but a few of them have 1 ½” unions like most circulation pumps. Some pumps are known as center discharge whereas others have bottom suction called as whirlpool pumps.

Buying the 1/15 HP 110v-120v Balboa Spa Circulation Pump

This Balboa spa circulation pump is considered as one of the most energy efficient pumps available on the market. It combines the best of both technologies i.e. the proven reliability of the Ultima pump wet end and the dynamic Wow motor that revolutionized the spa industry.

This high flow circulation pump provides around 67 gallons per minute flow while operating and draws only 1.3 amp. It is perfect for whirlpool applications where quiet efficient operational circulation is required. The Balboa spa pump is specifically designed as a circulation pump and used in spas that come with a circulation system.

This spa pump comes with 1/15 HP single speed and operates at 120 VAC. The low speed circulation pump is used in two pump configurations and moves water quietly and continuously throughout the heating system and filter.

The safety features of the spa pump include auto shut off protection in case of plugged suctions and high heat limit overload protection. This Balboa spa pump comes complete with two 1 ½” replacement unions that can be expanded easily to fit larger 2” standard PVC plumbing.

The system has hygienic drain plug that makes sure that there is no water left inside the pump body during storage. It always prevents damage from freezing where required. This unit is backed by a two year manufacturer warranty that covers both the pump and the motor.

Bottom Line –

Want to learn more about Balboa spa replacement pumps? If yes, then you should look no further than Northern Lights Cedar Tubs Direct. For more information, please feel free to contact us today at 1-800-759-8990.

Buying the Balboa BP501 Spa Pack Hot Tub Heater

The Balboa BP series spa packs are perfectly engineered and highly improved systems that deliver unparalleled performance and unmatched reliability. Out of all spa heaters, the Balboa BP5401 hot tub heater utilizes the Zircaloy or Titanium heating elements likewise the VL and EL series spa packs.

The new BP501 spa heater uses a highly advanced carbon based casing which is highly flame retardant and impact resistant. This BP series heater comes with new features like quick disconnect heating elements, Wi-Fi Ready, and Press and Hold topside navigation buttons.

The BP series spa package is engineered with the M7 technology, the industry-best technology available on the market. It comes with completely digital circuitry that results in less failure and more accuracy in heating.

Now you will find a high range of 80-104F and low range of 50-99F operation in the BP series kit. This innovative technology eliminates the requirement of pressure sensors and remote heat sensors which are quite common in the older spa packs. The technology allows you install the spa packs in any place or direction.

The BP series spa pack can operate at 120 VAC which will produce 1.4 KW heat. This package will be used at 230 VAC that will produce 5.5 KW of heat energy. If you require more power, the system can include one or more auxiliary heater.

The spa heater has built-in programmable features like 12-24 hour filter cycle programming by duration or time of day, different power saving modes like standard, economy, and standard. The spa heating system comes with unique features like ozone suppression; clean up cycle, freeze protection, panel lock, and temperature lock, standby mode for changing filter, sophisticated diagnosis and reminder measures. The Balboa BP501 Spa Pack comes with 5.5KW Digital Spa Controller, and wireless smart phone integration.

Special Features –

• UL/CSA Certification
• Balboa TP Series Panels and Connectors for One Main Panel and One Auxiliary Panel
• Additional Wi-Fi Module to Work with iPhone, iPod or Android Device
• High or Low Current Mode
• 120 or 230 VAC Ozone Support
• 240 VAC at 60HZ or 50 HZ 30-60 Amp Three Wire
• Maximum Load Ratings
• Two Jet Pumps
• Two Years Warranty for System Including Heater and Series Top-Side Panel

Bottom Line –

Northern Lights Cedar Tubs Direct specializes in providing the finest electric spa heaters ensuring superb performance and durability. All of our spa packs are manufactured by the industry leaders like Pentair Water and Balboa Water Group. If your hot tub heater fails, you may find that it’s actually less costly to replace your existing unit with new energy efficiency.

However, considering repairs for hot tub heater can cost you more in the long run than investing in a new heater. If you want to discuss your hot tub heating requirements, feel free to contact us today at 1 800 759 8990. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Why Do You Buy Balboa VS501Z Hot Tub Heater?

Are you looking to upgrade the hot tub heater of your existing spa pack? Want to buy the most reliable hot tub replacement system available on the market? If yes, then you should look no further than the Balboa VS501Z Spa Pack Hot Tub Heater. This hot tub heater delivers unsurpassed level of reliability, making Balboa the world leader in the spa pack manufacturing technology both in terms of quality and reliability.

Why Do You Buy Balboa VS501Z Hot Tub Heater?

Balboa VS501Z uses the M7 spa pack technology – which is considered as the best technology available on the market. This Balboa spa pack hot tub heater has completely digital circuitry that results in less failure, accuracy in heating range and simple to use functionality.

The Balboa spa pack operates at 120 VAC which produces 1.5KW or at 230 VAC producing 5.5 KW of heat energy. This system fits any standard 2” or 1 ½” plumbing which makes it an ideal alternative to upgrade almost any existing mechanical spa pack. The Balboa spa pack hot tub heater replaces any spa pack from other manufacturers.

Generally, Balboa spa packs can replace any hot tub heater available on the market including Gecko, Hot Springs, LA Spas, Hydro Quip, Len Gordon, Cal Spas, Arctic Spas, etc. They have built-in programmable features like cycle programming, sleep mode, economy mode, self diagnosis, etc.

Though the systems feature with built-in freeze protection, it will eliminate weather freeze ups significantly. This spa pack allows you choose the amount of current to be drawn. It allows using a 30 Amp breaker or a 40 Amp breaker and delivers full features.

Balboa VS501Z Hot Tub Heater spa pack includes stainless steel portable heater along with 2” heater tail pieces. This spa package comes with plasticized control instruction sheet, complete instruction manual for retrofit situations produced by Northern Lights.

The Balboa spa pack is perfectly engineered with the patented M7 technology that makes sure that the package doesn’t require pressure sensors and remote heat sensors. These sensors are common on other older spa packs.

This industry standard spa technology allows the spa pack to be installed in any place or direction i.e. before or after the pump, before or after the filter. The flow direction doesn’t really matter in this Balboa hot tub heater.

However, the VS501Z spa pack operates at either 220 VAC or 120 VAC accessories or a mixed combination. Both models need accessories like ozone to be the same voltage like the primary pump which limits their applications. Remember that, the VS501Z is the most currently available series from the Balboa Group.

Final Consideration –

When it comes to buying Balboa spa packs, you should look no further than Northern Lights Cedar Tubs Direct. Upon buying our spa packages, you’ll receive much more just the quality products. You can take help from our on-staff engineer before your purchase, during the installation and for ongoing support afterwards free of cost. Feel free to contact us today at 1-800-759-8990.