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NiHaoMike · 08-10-14, 09:19 AM

If those two speeds are really all that's needed, a true two speed motor would probably be a good choice. A VFD will give you many more speeds in between that can be used for more savings in some applications.

Also, if there's already a single speed pump installed, adding a surplus VFD is cheaper than replacing a perfectly good motor. If it's due for replacement anyways, it would probably make more sense to just replace it.

08-10-14, 09:19 AM	#34
NiHaoMike Supreme EcoRenovator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,154 Thanks: 14 Thanked 257 Times in 241 Posts	If those two speeds are really all that's needed, a true two speed motor would probably be a good choice. A VFD will give you many more speeds in between that can be used for more savings in some applications. Also, if there's already a single speed pump installed, adding a surplus VFD is cheaper than replacing a perfectly good motor. If it's due for replacement anyways, it would probably make more sense to just replace it. __________________ To my surprise, shortly after Naomi Wu gave me a bit of fame for making good use of solar power, Allie Moore got really jealous of her...