Product Overview
The Pentair 340030 EQ Series Commercial Plastic Pool Pump is a high-performance commercial-grade pool pump built for demanding circulation, filtration, and water feature applications. Designed with a corrosion-resistant plastic pump body and supplied with a strainer, this EQ Series pump delivers strong water flow while helping protect the pump from debris.
This model is rated at 5 HP and operates on 230V single-phase power, making it a powerful option for commercial and large residential pool systems where three-phase power may not be available.
Ideal For
Commercial pools, large residential pools, aquatic facilities, spas, water features, and high-flow circulation systems requiring a 5 HP single-phase pump with strainer.
Key Features
- Genuine Pentair EQ Series commercial pump
- 5 HP high-output motor
- 230V single-phase electrical configuration
- Includes strainer for debris collection and pump protection
- Corrosion-resistant plastic / thermoplastic pump construction
- Designed for commercial pool and spa circulation
- High-flow hydraulic design for demanding systems
- Service-friendly strainer lid and basket access
- Suitable for filtration, circulation, and water feature applications
- Professional installation required
Benefits
The Pentair EQ Series pump is designed for high-flow applications where durability and serviceability are important. The plastic pump body helps resist corrosion in pool equipment environments, while the included strainer helps collect debris before it reaches the impeller.
For facilities or large pool systems requiring commercial-level performance on single-phase power, the Pentair 340030 offers a strong solution for equipment pad upgrades, new construction, and replacement applications.
Important Ordering Notice
This is a 5 HP commercial-grade single-phase pump. Before ordering, confirm horsepower, voltage, plumbing size, flow rate, total dynamic head, breaker sizing, wire sizing, and pump curve requirements with the project specifications or licensed installer.
This pump should not be selected by horsepower alone. Commercial pump sizing must be confirmed against the full hydraulic system.
Compatibility / Application
Commonly used for:
- Commercial swimming pools
- Large residential pool systems
- Hotel and resort pools
- Aquatic facilities
- Commercial spas
- Water features
- High-flow filtration systems
- Equipment pad upgrades requiring EQ Series performance
Always confirm pump curve, system flow requirements, plumbing layout, and electrical service before ordering.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Pentair |
| Product Series | EQ Series |
| Product Type | Commercial Plastic Pool Pump with Strainer |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 340030 |
| SKU | 340030 |
| Barcode / UPC | Confirm before publishing |
| Horsepower | 5 HP |
| Voltage | 230V |
| Phase | Single Phase |
| Pump Body Material | Plastic / corrosion-resistant thermoplastic |
| Strainer Included | Yes |
| Motor Type | Commercial single-phase motor |
| Application | Commercial pool and spa circulation |
| Common Use | Filtration, circulation, water features, aquatic facilities |
| Installation Location | Pool equipment pad |
| OEM / Aftermarket | Genuine OEM Pentair |
| Professional Installation | Required |
What’s Included
- Pentair EQ Series 5 HP commercial pump
- Integrated strainer assembly
- Strainer basket and lid assembly included with pump configuration
- Factory motor and pump assembly
Confirm Before Ordering
- Voltage: 230V
- Phase: Single phase
- Horsepower: 5 HP
- Plumbing connection size
- Required flow rate and pump curve
- Total dynamic head
- Breaker and wire sizing
- Existing EQ Series footprint and plumbing layout
- Local electrical and pool code requirements
Customer-Facing Q&A
Q: What is Pentair part 340030?
A: Pentair 340030 is an EQ Series commercial plastic pool pump rated at 5 HP with 230V single-phase power and an included strainer.
Q: Does this pump include the strainer?
A: Yes. This model includes the strainer assembly.
Q: Is this pump single phase or three phase?
A: This model is 230V single phase.
Q: Can this be used for commercial pools?
A: Yes. It is designed for commercial and high-flow pool applications when properly sized for the system.
Q: Can this be used on a large residential pool?
A: It may be used on large residential or specialty systems if the hydraulic and electrical requirements match the installation.
Q: Should I choose this pump based only on horsepower?
A: No. Pump selection should be based on flow rate, total dynamic head, plumbing size, voltage, phase, and the required pump curve.
Q: Is professional installation required?
A: Yes. This is a commercial-grade pool pump and should be installed by a qualified pool professional and licensed electrician.