Fountain Pumps for Backyard Water Features

Standard Fountain Pumps

The front of a black smartpond® fountain pump with flow control dial

Adjustable flow control

smartpond® Fountain Pumps feature adjustable flow control. If you're not sure which pump you need, it's better to select a larger pump and reduce the flow.

smartpond® Fountain Pump maintenance illustration, exploded view. We can see the front plate, impeller, and pump housing.

Simple maintenance

Regular cleaning of the pump may be necessary depending upon the environment which it is operated. Clean the pump when it is visibly soiled or when a drop in performance is detected.

Quiet operation

The quiet operation of this pond pump ensures the only sounds you are enjoying are the tranquil sound of moving water.

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Determine pumping height

How to measure your fountain

• Measure from the water level to the highest point that the water reaches to find the Ideal Pumping Height.

• Choose a pump that has an ideal pumping height greater than the height measured.

• smartpond® Fountain Pumps feature Adjustable Flow Control. If you’re not sure which pump you need, it’s better to select a larger pump and reduce the flow.

• Be sure to check the area where your pump sits in your fountain. Not all fountains can house large pumps.

Choose the right pump

Choosing the right fountain pump starts with measuring your fountain’s pumping height, the vertical distance from the water level to the highest point the water reaches. smartpond fountain pumps range from 45 to 500 GPH with ideal pumping heights from under 1 foot for tabletop fountains up to 7 feet for large outdoor fountains. Standard, premium, and low water shut-off models are available. When in doubt, choose a larger pump and reduce the flow with the adjustable flow control.

Ideal Pumping Range	up to 1 ft. (indoor)	1-2 ft.			2-3 ft.
Pump Type	Standard	Standard	Premium	Low Water Shut-off	Standard	Premium	Low Water Shut-off
Model Nos.	84615	52255, 52468 (Canada)	52654	91239	52267, 52473 (Canada)	52666	84576
Pump Size	45 GPH	80 GPH			155 GPH
Max. Flow Rate (0 ft.)	45 GPH	80 GPH			155 GPH
Power Consumption	2 watts, 0.03 amps	4 watts, 0.05 amps	4 watts, 0.05 amps	5.5 watts, 0.06 amps	7 watts, 0.09 amps	7 watts, 1 amps	10 watts, 0.12 amps
Pre-filter Shell	X	X	✓	X	X	✓	X
Inline Capable	X	X	X	X	X	✓	X
Tubing Size (ID)	3/8 in.	3/8 in. and 1/2 in.

Ideal Pumping Range	3-5 ft.			5-7 ft.
Pump Type	Standard	Premium	Low Water Shut-off	Standard	Premium	Low Water Shut-off
Model Nos.	52428, 52529 (Canda)	52652	84577	52265, 52530 (Canada)	52655	91240
Pump Size	300 GPH			500 GPH
Max. Flow Rate (0 ft.)	300 GPH			500 GPH
Power Consumption	23 watts, 0.4 amps	23 watts, 0.4 amps	26 watts, 0.4 amps	42 watts, 0.6 amps	42 watts, 0.6 amps	43 watts, 0.6 amps
Pre-filter Shell	X	✓	X	X	✓	X
Inline Capable	X	✓	X	X	✓	X
Tubing Size (ID)	1/2 in. and 3/4 in.

Note: Listed specifications are for the latest models. Please refer to the instruction manual included with your product for specifications.