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Waterway

Waterway PD-270A Power Defender 270A 2.7 HP Variable Speed Pool Pump

SKU: PD-270A
$1,482.22 $1,599.00you save $116.78
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The Waterway Power Defender 270A is a professional-grade 2.7 HP variable speed pool pump built for residential pools that require strong circulation, quiet operation, and long-term energy efficiency. Designed as a true equipment-pad pump, it delivers reliable performance while significantly reducing electrical costs compared to single-speed pumps.

Why This Pump Is the Right Upgrade

  • Variable speed motor dramatically lowers energy consumption

  • 2.7 HP output handles larger pools and higher flow demands

  • Quieter operation than traditional single-speed pumps

  • Precise speed control for filtration, heating, and sanitation cycles

  • Reduces strain on filters, heaters, and plumbing

  • Ideal replacement for older high-horsepower single-speed pumps

Built for Real Pool Equipment Pads

  • Designed for continuous residential operation

  • Compatible with modern pool systems and automation setups

  • Runs efficiently at lower RPMs for daily circulation

  • Ramps up power only when higher flow is required

Who This Pump Is For

  • Pool owners upgrading from single-speed pumps

  • Larger residential pools with higher circulation needs

  • Systems with heaters, salt systems, or attached spas

  • Customers focused on long-term energy savings and reliability