A swimming pool and spa pump's orientation is determined by its discharge opening. The center discharge opening is located on the wet end, while the side discharge openings are located on the dry end.
Side discharge pumps are designed to provide high volume, efficient water flow to your spa. They work by pushing the water through the openings and through the jets.
Today, we’ll walk you through the Waterway Center vs. Side Discharge Pumps. Keep reading:
1. Waterway - Executive 56-Frame 5HP Dual-Speed Spa Pump, 2-1/2in. Intake, 2in. Discharge, 230V
The Executive 56 Frame Spa Pump has an executive wet end designed for 56-Frame motors along with two double-shielded ball bearings with moisture-resistant grease for quieter operation and long life. The dual speed motors have insulated windings for increased efficiency and large, highly versatile 6-1/2"diameter wet end for higher head pressure. With Viton Seals and a split capacitor (start and run) for less energy consumption, along with a three year warranty on its motor and wet end, the Executive is a must.
FEATURES:
- Executive wet end designed specifically for 56-frame motors
- Two double shielded ball bearings with moisture resistant grease for quieter operation and longer life
- Two speed motors have four sets of insulated windings for increased efficiency
- 56-frame motor for added strength, cooler operating temperature, and longer motor life
- Larger 2-1/2" intake for improved flow performance and reduced noise
- Large 6-1/2" diameter wet end for higher head pressure
- Split capacitor, (start and run) for less energy consumption
- Thermally protected to extend life expectancy of motor
- Highly versatile wet end can be rotated 90 degrees
- Viton seals
- Dimensions (H x W x L): 9.08" x 8.05" x 15.78"
2. Waterway - Executive 56-Frame 4HP Single-Speed Spa Pump, 2in. Intake, 2in. Discharge, 230V
The Executive 56 Frame Spa Pump has an executive wet end designed for 56-Frame motors along with two double-shielded ball bearings with moisture-resistant grease for quieter operation and long life. With Viton Seals and a split capacitor (start and run) for less energy consumption, along with a three year warranty on its motor and wet end, the Executive is a must.
FEATURES:
- Executive wet end designed specifically for 56-frame motors
- Two double shielded ball bearings with moisture resistant grease for quieter operation and longer life
- 56-frame motor for added strength, cooler operating temperature, and longer motor life
- Large 2" intake for improved flow performance and reduced noise
- Large 6-1/2" diameter wet end for higher head pressure
- Split capacitor, (start and run) for less energy consumption
- Thermally protected to extend life expectancy of motor
- Highly versatile wet end can be rotated every 90
- Viton seals
- Dimensions (H x W x L): 9.08" x 8.05" x 10.375"
3. Waterway - Center Discharge 48-Frame 3/4HP Single-Speed Spa Pump, 115V
The Center Discharge 48-Frame has reliable performance. It features Viton seals and a rotatable wet end for easy installation. The Center Discharge 48-Frame is the perfect replacement and is backed by an 18-month warranty. The Waterway's commitment to design, innovation and quality American made products makes for a solid combination of style and dependability.
FEATURES:
- Reliable center discharge performance
- 1-1/2" Intake and discharge
- Wet end can be rotated for easy installation
- Available in 3/4 to 2HP and in single or dual speed
- Dimensions (H x W x L): 7.35" x 7" x 14"
4. Waterway - Executive 48-Frame 2HP Single-Speed Spa Pump, 2in. Intake, 2in. Discharge, 115/230V
The Executive 48 is thermally protected to extend the life expectancy of the motor and a highly versatile wet end with a large 6-1/2"diameter that can be rotated 90 degrees. It is specifically designed for 48 frame motors and has a 4.5 HP rating with 230 volts. The Executive has a two-year warranty on the motor and a 3-year warranty on the wet end.
FEATURES:
- Executive wet end designed specifically for 48-frame motors
- Large 2" intake for improved flow performance and reduced noise
- Large 6-1/2" diameter wet end for higher head pressure
- Thermally protected to extend life expectancy of motor
- Highly versatile wet end can be rotated every 90
- Viton seals
- Dimensions (H x W x L): 8.34" x 8.13" x 10.98"
5. Waterway - Center Discharge 48-Frame 1-1/2HP Single-Speed Spa Pump, 115V
The Center Discharge 48-Frame has reliable performance. It features Viton seals and a rotatable wet end for easy installation. The Center Discharge 48-Frame is the perfect replacement and is backed by an 18 month warranty. The Waterway's commitment to design, innovation and quality American made products makes for a solid combination of style and dependability.
FEATURES:
- Reliable center discharge performance
- 1-1/2" Intake and discharge
- Wet end can be rotated for easy installation
- Available in 3/4 to 2HP and in single or dual speed
- Dimensions (H x W x L): 7.35" x 7" x 15.05"
6. Waterway - Executive 48-Frame 1HP Dual-Speed Spa Pump, 2in. Intake, 2in. Discharge, 115V
The Executive 48 is thermally protected to extend the life expectancy of the motor and a highly versatile wet end with a large 6-1/2"diameter that can be rotated 90 degrees. It is specifically designed for 48 frame motors and has a 1 HP rating with 230 volts. The Executive has a two year warranty on the motor and a 3 year warranty on the wet end.
FEATURES:
- Executive wet end designed specifically for 48-frame motors
- Large 2-1/2" intake for improved flow performance and reduced noise
- Large 6-1/2" diameter wet end for higher head pressure
- Thermally protected to extend life expectancy of motor
- Highly versatile wet end can be rotated every 90 minutes
- Viton seals
- Dimensions (H x W x L): 8.34" x 8.13" x 9.73"
7. Waterway - Center Discharge 48-Frame 2HP Single-Speed Spa Pump, 115/230V
The Center Discharge 48-Frame has reliable performance. It features Viton seals and a rotatable wet end for easy installation. The Center Discharge 48-Frame is the perfect replacement and is backed by an 18 month warranty. The Waterway's commitment to design, innovation and quality American made products makes for a solid combination of style and dependability.
FEATURES:
- Reliable center discharge performance
- 1-1/2" Intake and discharge
- Wet end can be rotated for easy installation
- Available in 3/4 to 2HP and in single or dual speed
- Dimensions (H x W x L): 7.35" x 7" x 16.26"
8. Waterway - Executive 48-Frame 2HP Dual-Speed Spa Pump, 2in. Intake, 2in. Discharge, 230V
The Executive 48 is thermally protected to extend the life expectancy of the motor and a highly versatile wet end with a large 6-1/2"diameter that can be rotated 90 degrees. It is specifically designed for 48 frame motors and has a 4.5 HP rating with 230 volts. The Executive has a two-year warranty on the motor and a 3-year warranty on the wet end.
FEATURES:
- Executive wet end designed specifically for 48-frame motors
- Large 2-1/2" intake for improved flow performance and reduced noise
- Large 6-1/2" diameter wet end for higher head pressure
- Thermally protected to extend life expectancy of motor
- Highly versatile wet end can be rotated every 90
- Viton seals
- Dimensions (H x W x L): 8.34" x 8.13" x 11"
9. Waterway - Hi-Flo Side Discharge 1-1/2HP Dual-Speed Spa Pump, 115V
The Hi-Flo Side Discharge 48-Frame is an efficient pump designed for high volume discharge for faster filtering cycles. It's rotatable wet end and superior design allows for easy installation. The Hi-Flo is ideal for new installations or as a replacement pump. Waterway's commitment to design, innovation and quality American made products makes for a solid combination of style and dependability.
FEATURES:
High volume side discharge efficiency
60% more efficient than our center discharge pumps
2" intake and discharge
Wet end can be rotated for easy installation
Available in 1 to 4Hp and in single or dual speed
Large 6-1/2" diameter wet end for higher head pressure
Viton seals
Dimensions (H x W x L): 7.5" x 7.375" x 15.48"
10. Waterway - Executive 48-Frame 1-1/2HP Dual-Speed Spa Pump, 2in. Intake, 2in. Discharge, 230V
The Executive 48 is thermally protected to extend the life expectancy of the motor and a highly versatile wet end with a large 6-1/2"diameter that can be rotated 90 degrees. It is specifically designed for 48 frame motors and has a 4.5 HP rating with 230 volts. The Executive has a two year warranty on the motor and a 3 year warranty on the wet end.
FEATURES:
- Executive wet end designed specifically for 48-frame motors
- Large 2-1/2" intake for improved flow performance and reduced noise
- Large 6-1/2" diameter wet end for higher head pressure
- Thermally protected to extend life expectancy of motor
- Highly versatile wet end can be rotated every 90
- Viton seals
- Dimensions (H x W x L): 8.34" x 8.13" x 10.45"
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