Description
This complete 3 HP 48 Frame Waterway Executive wet end assembly includes everything needed for installation: volute, impeller, seal, face plate, wear ring, silicon sealant, mounting screws, and a bleeder barb for attaching 3/8" tubing. Designed for 2" x 2" plumbing connections.
Understanding 48 Frame Specifications: The frame size refers to motor through-bolt spacing. This 48 Frame features 3 5/8" spacing between bolts or 5 3/16" measured in an X pattern. Compare this to 56 Frame units which measure 4 1/8" between bolts or 5 3/4" in X pattern configuration.
Amperage Identification Guide: This wet end is engineered for motors drawing approximately 12.0 Amps at 230V operation. Note that 3HP pumps are not available in 115V configurations. To identify your pump's horsepower, check the motor label amperage rating rather than the HP claim. For dual-speed models, look for two amperage values like 10.0/3.5 - the first number represents high speed draw.
Amperage to Horsepower Reference:
8.0 Amps = 1 HP
10.0 Amps = 2 HP
12.0 Amps = 3 HP
14.0 Amps = 4 HP
16.0 Amps = 5 HP
Important: Always verify compatibility using amperage rather than stated horsepower on your motor label. Amperage provides accurate measurement, while horsepower ratings are frequently exaggerated. Consider this calculation: two genuine 5 HP pumps at 16 amps each equals 32 amps, plus a 5.5 KW heater adds 21 amps, totaling 53 amps - exceeding most 50 amp hot tub breakers. This proves most systems claiming 5-7 HP actually operate at lower specifications.
Compatible with Waterway Executive 2" x 2" 48 Frame pump configurations in 1 HP, 2 HP, 3 HP, and 4 HP ratings.
