Description
Designed for exacting spa performance
The AquaFlo XP2 wet end is crafted for 2" plumbing with male buttress thread (MBT) connections on both suction and discharge, ensuring a secure, leak-free seal in demanding spa environments. It features a 6.1" diameter volute and is rated for 2.5 horsepower, matching the needs of mid-sized to larger spa systems without overloading the motor. Key design details include:
- Suction: Center suction with 2" MBT, 3-1/16" outer diameter (OD)
- Discharge: Side discharge with 2" MBT, 3-1/16" OD
- Frame and mounting: 56-frame pump with 8-screw volute fastening for a secure, vibration-minimized seal
- Through-bolt spacing: 4" spacing (top thru-bolts) for reliable alignment and mounting
- Drain and port layout: Drain plug location at 4, 6, or 9 o’clock for flexible installation and maintenance
- Impeller: Compatible with impeller number 91694251 for balanced, efficient flow
What makes this wet end unique
Gecko Alliance has spent 25 years refining spa interfaces, controls, and pump technologies to deliver a therapy experience that feels effortless. This XP2 wet end isn’t just a replacement part; it’s a gateway to restoring and enhancing your spa’s water circulation, filtration, and heat maintenance. Distinctive benefits include:
- Reliability you can feel: Robust 8-screw volute design minimizes leaks and wear over time.
- Optimized spa flow: Precisely profiled geometry and 2" MBT connections ensure efficient suction and discharge, reducing noise and energy use while maintaining strong jet performance.
- User-centric engineering: Gecko’s emphasis on real-world spa usage translates to components that respond consistently to routine maintenance and daily operation.
- Affordability without compromise: A practical, high-value alternative to premium lines, designed to fit a wide range of 56-frame spa systems.
Ideal use cases
Whether you’re replacing a worn wet end or upgrading a spa with 2" piping, the AquaFlo XP2 2.5 HP wet end is a dependable choice for:
- Residential hot tubs and mid- to large-size spas running Flo-Master XP2 pumps
- Upgrading circulation for improved filtration, heat retention, and jet performance
- retrofit projects where 56-frame, 2" MBT connections and 6.1" volute diameter match existing plumbing
Practical notes and installation tips
Before you install, confirm the following to ensure a seamless fit and optimal performance:
- Match the 56-frame, 2.5 HP configuration and the 6.1" diameter wet end to your existing Flo-Master XP2 assembly.
- Verify 2" MBT suction and discharge fittings and the 3-1/16" OD ports for proper mating with your piping.
- Check the drain location options (4/6/9 o’clock) to align with your spa’s layout and service access.
- Ensure the motor and impeller (91694251) are compatible with your drive shaft, and tighten bolts in a star pattern to preserve seal integrity.
Why choose Gecko for spa pumps?
Gecko Alliance brings a user-focused philosophy to every component, designing with the spa user’s environment in mind. Expect intuitive controls, reliable pumps, and durable, value-driven accessories that support long-term performance. This wet end is a practical, affordable alternative to higher-end controls while maintaining solid build quality and serviceability for everyday spa maintenance and upgrades.
With the Gecko AquaFlo XP2 2.5 HP Flo-Master Wet End, you’re not just buying a replacement part—you’re investing in consistent circulation, efficient filtration, and a spa experience that feels responsive, quiet, and reassuringly durable. It's the smart choice for serious spa owners who value performance, ease of installation, and lasting value.
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At Gecko, understanding the spa users environment and expectations is key in the process of designing and making the perfect control systems, intuitive keypads, powerful but efficient pumps and value-added accessories for spas. When a user touches a button, presses a key or clicks on a link, he already expects how his spa, the product of Gecko customers, should respond to his commands. He is validating, at each interaction, the quality of the experience he associates with his spa. Gecko Alliance has been providing that high level quality products and service to their customers for almost three decades. Their products are some of the most reliable products made in the industry today. Gecko Alliance products are a great affordable alternative to Balboa Water Group products. |
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