{"product_id":"balboa-ultimax-5235208-s-spa-pump","title":"Balboa Ultimax 5235208-S 2-Speed Spa Pump – 230V, 56-Frame, 8.8\/3.0A","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplace your aging spa pump with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalboa Ultimax 5235208-S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e230V, 56-frame pump rated at 8.8 amps on high speed and 3.0 amps on low speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This complete motor-and-wet-end assembly features center suction and side discharge with nominal 2-inch plumbing connections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pump \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecan be wired for one-speed or two-speed operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on your spa control system and installation requirements. In a compatible two-speed installation, low speed provides circulation and filtration, while high speed powers the therapy jets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower cord and pump unions are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalboa Water Group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePump Family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUltimax \/ Vico Ultimax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5235208-S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eListed Horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.0 HP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVoltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e230V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotor Frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e56-frame, thru-bolt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotor Speeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-speed motor; can be wired for one-speed operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-Speed Amperage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.8A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-Speed Amperage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.0A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuction Connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNominal 2-inch male buttress thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDischarge Connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNominal 2-inch male buttress thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuction Position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCenter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDischarge Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete pump motor and wet end\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Cord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePump Unions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder Balboa and Vico Pump Cross-References\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpa-parts suppliers cross-reference the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5235208-S Ultimax pump\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the following older pump numbers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1016012\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1016058\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1016204\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese numbers help identify a potential replacement. Confirm the existing pump’s voltage, speeds, amperage, plumbing connections, discharge orientation, and mounting dimensions before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave a different number on your pump?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Send Whirly Bros clear photos of the pump label, motor label, and plumbing connections. We’ll help review the replacement options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-Speed or Two-Speed Operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 5235208-S uses a two-speed motor and can be connected for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo-speed operation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e low and high speeds controlled by a compatible spa control system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-speed operation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e one selected motor speed connected according to the motor wiring diagram and spa control requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWiring must follow the diagram supplied with the actual motor. Converting the wiring does not make this a variable-speed pump.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck These Details Before Ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrical specifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Match the 230V supply, motor speeds, and electrical requirements to your existing equipment and spa control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlumbing connections:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This pump uses nominal 2-inch connections. The outside diameter across the pump threads is approximately 3 inches; nominal plumbing size is different from the measured thread diameter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDischarge orientation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compare the outlet position with your existing pump and available plumbing space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Check the motor base, mounting-hole positions, and pump connection heights. Motor designs and mounting bases may vary between production versions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCord and unions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plan to reuse suitable existing components or purchase compatible replacements separately. Inspect their condition and fit before installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatch More Than Horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorsepower labels can differ between older and newer spa pumps. A matching “2 HP” label alone does not establish compatibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epart number, voltage, high- and low-speed amperage, motor frame, plumbing dimensions, and pump performance requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e together when selecting a replacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes this pump include a power cord or unions?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The power cord and pump unions are sold separately. Existing components may be reused if they are compatible and in suitable condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use this pump with a one-speed spa control?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, it can be wired for one-speed operation when the selected motor speed and electrical requirements are compatible with the control system. Follow the motor’s wiring diagram.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it operate on 115V or 120V?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e230V pump\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is not intended for a 115V or 120V supply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it replace Balboa 1016012, 1016058, or 1016204?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese numbers are documented supplier cross-references for the 5235208-S. Verify your existing pump’s specifications and installation dimensions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill it bolt into the same mounting holes?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting-base designs can vary. Check the supplied pump’s dimensions against your existing installation; mounting adjustments may be necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this a dedicated circulation pump?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a two-speed spa jet pump. Its low speed can provide circulation and filtration in a compatible system. It should not be treated as a universal replacement for a small dedicated circulation pump.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGet Help Matching Your Spa Pump\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhirly Bros\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with photos of your existing pump label, motor label, and plumbing connections. Include any visible part numbers so we can help check the replacement before you order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation and wiring should be completed by a qualified spa technician or electrician using the instructions supplied with the pump.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BALBOA WATER GROUP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67891697353026,"sku":"5235208-S","price":404.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0858\/9377\/5682\/files\/Balboa_5235208-S_3af.webp?v=1792950109","url":"https:\/\/www.whirlybros.com\/products\/balboa-ultimax-5235208-s-spa-pump","provider":"Whirly Bros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}