A pond’s surface acreage (S.A.) is determined by multiplying its
length by its width. A pond’s actual shape and depth should all be
considered when selecting horsepower and unit size.
HORSE POWER
SUGGESTED
POND SIZE (S.A.)
MINIMUM
OPERATING DEPTH
1/2
1/2
2'
1
3/4
2.5'
2
1
2.5'
3
1-1.5
2.5'
3.5
1-1.5
2.5'
5
2-1.5
2.5'
60Hz
Horsepower
1/2
1
2
3 & 3.5
5
HT x DIA ft
3 x 3
7 x 8
7x 10
8 x 10
10 x 10
50Hz
Horsepower
1
2
3
5
HT x DIA ft
6 x 8
6.5 x 10
8.5 x 11
12 x 12
HT x DIA m
1.83 x 2.44
1.98 x 3.05
2.59 x 3.35
3.66 x 3.66