Vacuums & Heads

Vacuums & Heads

33 products

  • R211036 Pentair Leafeater W/Wheels/Brushes 185

    R211036 Pentair Leafeater W/Wheels/Brushes 185

    R211036 Pentair Leafeater W/Wheels/Brushes 185

    Pentair

    SKU: PST-R211036
    MPN: R211036
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"mpn":"R211036","warehouselocations":"Bloomfield, CT | Murray, UT"}
    $80.10
    $154.70 $80.10
  • R201392 Pentair #194 Vinyl Liner Vac Head

    R201392 Pentair #194 Vinyl Liner Vac Head

    R201392 Pentair #194 Vinyl Liner Vac Head

    Pentair

    SKU: PST-R201392
    MPN: R201392
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"mpn":"R201392","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Bloomfield, CT | Murray, UT"}
    $63.80
    $127.80 $63.80
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed
  • R201388 Pentair # 203 Conc. Vac Head 14

    R201388 Pentair # 203 Conc. Vac Head 14

    R201388 Pentair # 203 Conc. Vac Head 14

    Pentair

    SKU: PST-R201388
    MPN: R201388
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"mpn":"R201388","warehouselocations":"Bloomfield, CT | Murray, UT"}
    $64.50
    $129.30 $64.50
  • R201112 Pentair #188 Conc. Vac Head 12

    R201112 Pentair #188 Conc. Vac Head 12

    R201112 Pentair #188 Conc. Vac Head 12

    Pentair

    SKU: PST-R201112
    MPN: R201112
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"mpn":"R201112","warehouselocations":"Bloomfield, CT | Murray, UT"}
    $90.80
    $169.50 $90.80
  • R201108 Pentair #191Sw Vinyl Vac Head

    R201108 Pentair #191Sw Vinyl Vac Head

    R201108 Pentair #191Sw Vinyl Vac Head

    Pentair

    SKU: PST-R201108
    MPN: R201108
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"mpn":"R201108","warehouselocations":"Bloomfield, CT"}
    $37.30
    $79.30 $37.30
  • Swivel Wheel, Pent ProVac 250 Commercial Vacuum, 19", 4Pk

    Swivel Wheel, Pent ProVac 250 Commercial Vacuum, 19", 4Pk

    Swivel Wheel, Pent ProVac 250 Commercial Vacuum, 19", 4Pk

    Pentair Pool Products

    SKU: PST-87-102-1190
    MPN: R201126
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"bundle":"gid:\/\/shopify\/Metaobject\/110709637185","discontinued":false,"mpn":"R201126","prop65":"This product can expose you to chemicals which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Tucson, AZ | Bloomfield, CT | Murray, UT","warranty":"12 Months"}
    $203.00
    $345.80 $203.00
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed
  • Portable Vacuum, Hammerhead Remora, 21", 20ft Cord

    Portable Vacuum, Hammerhead Remora, 21", 20ft Cord

    Portable Vacuum, Hammerhead Remora, 21", 20ft Cord

    Hammerhead

    SKU: PST-86-473-1015
    MPN: XR1600
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"mpn":"XR1600","warehouselocations":"Bloomfield, CT"}
    $1,432.20
    $2,211.80 $1,432.20
  • Vacuum, Hammerhead, 21 inch, 40ft Cord, Service 21

    Vacuum, Hammerhead, 21 inch, 40ft Cord, Service 21

    Vacuum, Hammerhead, 21 inch, 40ft Cord, Service 21

    Hammerhead

    SKU: PST-86-473-1005
    MPN: SERVICE 21
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"discontinued":false,"mpn":"SERVICE 21","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Newnan, GA | Bloomfield, CT"}
    $2,723.20
    $4,206.40 $2,723.20
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed
  • Paradise Spa Vac, Rola-Chem, 7ft, Single

    Paradise Spa Vac, Rola-Chem, 7ft, Single

    Paradise Spa Vac, Rola-Chem, 7ft, Single

    Rola-Chem

    SKU: PST-86-205-1005
    MPN: NPSV6 SINGLE
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"bundle":"gid:\/\/shopify\/Metaobject\/110691975233","discontinued":false,"mpn":"NPSV6 SINGLE","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Memphis, TN | Tucson, AZ"}
    $67.00
    $134.00 $67.00
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed
  • Vacuum, Pentair ProVac #229, w/#152 Handle, w/# 175 Wheels

    Vacuum, Pentair ProVac #229, w/#152 Handle, w/# 175 Wheels

    Vacuum, Pentair ProVac #229, w/#152 Handle, w/# 175 Wheels

    Pentair Pool Products

    SKU: PST-86-102-1530
    MPN: R201296
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"bundle":"gid:\/\/shopify\/Metaobject\/110691582017","discontinued":false,"mpn":"R201296","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Memphis, TN | Tucson, AZ | Newnan, GA | Bloomfield, CT | Murray, UT","warranty":"12 Months"}
    $231.70
    $370.80 $231.70
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed
  • Paradise Spa Vac, Rola-Chem, 7ft, 6 Pack Single Boxed Case

    Paradise Spa Vac, Rola-Chem, 7ft, 6 Pack Single Boxed Case

    Paradise Spa Vac, Rola-Chem, 7ft, 6 Pack Single Boxed Case

    Rola-Chem

    SKU: PST-86-205-1105
    MPN: NPSV6
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"bundle":"gid:\/\/shopify\/Metaobject\/110692008001","discontinued":false,"mpn":"NPSV6","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Tucson, AZ"}
    $330.70
    $529.10 $330.70
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed
  • Vacuum, Pentair ProVac #214, w/#152 Handle, w/#175 Wheels

    Vacuum, Pentair ProVac #214, w/#152 Handle, w/#175 Wheels

    Vacuum, Pentair ProVac #214, w/#152 Handle, w/#175 Wheels

    Pentair Pool Products

    SKU: PST-86-102-1520
    MPN: R201276
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"bundle":"gid:\/\/shopify\/Metaobject\/110691516481","discontinued":false,"mpn":"R201276","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Memphis, TN | Tucson, AZ | Murray, UT","warranty":"12 Months"}
    $144.00
    $258.90 $144.00
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed
  • Vacuum, Pentair Rainbow Model 193, Vinyl Liner

    Vacuum, Pentair Rainbow Model 193, Vinyl Liner

    Vacuum, Pentair Rainbow Model 193, Vinyl Liner

    Pentair

    SKU: PST-86-102-1512
    MPN: R201350
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"bundle":"gid:\/\/shopify\/Metaobject\/110691483713","mpn":"R201350","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Bloomfield, CT | Murray, UT","warranty":"12 Months"}
    $61.00
    $121.80 $61.00
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed
  • Vacuum, Pentair Clearview Model 196, Vinyl Liner

    Vacuum, Pentair Clearview Model 196, Vinyl Liner

    Vacuum, Pentair Clearview Model 196, Vinyl Liner

    Pentair Pool Products

    SKU: PST-86-102-1510
    MPN: R201398
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"bundle":"gid:\/\/shopify\/Metaobject\/110691450945","mpn":"R201398","warehouselocations":"Bloomfield, CT | Murray, UT","warranty":"12 Months"}
    $103.00
    $193.80 $103.00
  • Vacuum, Pentair Mini Vac Model 204, w/ Display Box

    Vacuum, Pentair Mini Vac Model 204, w/ Display Box

    Vacuum, Pentair Mini Vac Model 204, w/ Display Box

    Pentair Pool Products

    SKU: PST-86-102-1500
    MPN: R201146
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"bundle":"gid:\/\/shopify\/Metaobject\/110691418177","discontinued":false,"mpn":"R201146","prop65":"This product can expose you to chemicals which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Tucson, AZ","warranty":"12 Months"}
    $31.50
    $66.80 $31.50
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed
  • Triangular Super-Vac Deluxe

    Triangular Super-Vac Deluxe

    Triangular Super-Vac Deluxe

    Hayward Pool Products

    SKU: PST-_SP1068DL
    MPN: SP1068DL
    Sale Price Value: 0 Sale Price Number: 0 Website Price Value: 0 Website Price Number: 0 All Metafields: {"discontinued":false,"mpn":"SP1068DL","saleprice":"0","warehouselocations":"Bloomfield, CT | Murray, UT","warranty":"12 Months"}
    $102.20
    $192.10 $102.20
    Liquid error (snippets/card-product line 583): comparison of String with 0 failed

Vacuums & Heads

Manual vacuum your pool with precision using pool vacuum heads from Pentair and Hammerhead, and spa-specific vacuums from Rola-Chem. PST Pool Supplies stocks concrete vacuum heads, vinyl liner vacuum heads, commercial ProVac systems, and portable battery-powered vacuums — starting from $36.50.

Manual vacuuming remains the most effective way to remove settled debris from specific areas — algae patches, corners, steps, and areas automatic cleaners miss. Selecting the right vacuum head for your pool surface is critical: abrasive heads that work well on gunite will damage vinyl liners, while soft-brush vinyl heads won't provide sufficient cleaning contact on rough plaster. The key products in this collection: Pentair #203 Superflex Concrete Vacuum Head (R201388, 14\") is a flexible vacuum head that conforms to curved pool floor contours, making it particularly effective on spoon-shaped and free-form gunite pools — the flexible design maintains suction contact across curved surfaces that rigid heads lose contact with. The Pentair #188 Lifegard Concrete Vacuum Head (R201112, 12\") is a rigid concrete head with enclosed lead weights that keep it planted on the pool floor and brushes that scrub while vacuuming. The Pentair #194 Vinyl Liner Econo Triangular Vacuum (R201392) uses a triangular head shape that accesses corners effectively — corners are the hardest areas to reach with standard rectangular heads. The Pentair #191SW Economy Vinyl Vacuum Head (R201108) is the entry-level vinyl liner head with lead weights. The Pentair ProVac 250 Commercial Vacuum (19\", 4-pack swivel wheels) is a professional-grade commercial vacuum head with fully-enclosed lead weights and swivel wheel casters for smooth, controlled movement on large commercial pool floors. For professional pool service, the Hammerhead Remora 21\" (battery-powered, rechargeable, 20' cord) and Hammerhead Service 21\" (40' cord) are self-contained portable vacuums that don't require connection to the pool's filtration system — ideal for spot-cleaning and service work without affecting water flow. The Rola-Chem Paradise Spa Vac (7' telescoping pole) is a self-contained venturi-powered spa vacuum that cleans without connecting to the spa plumbing.

Always use the vacuum head designed for your pool surface: concrete/plaster heads use stiff brushes that damage vinyl liners; vinyl heads use soft brushes that won't clean rough plaster. Connect vacuum heads to a standard 1-1/4\" or 1-1/2\" vacuum hose and telescoping pole for manual operation through the skimmer.

Shop pool vacuum heads at PST Pool Supplies and maintain a spotlessly clean pool floor with the right vacuum for your surface.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right vacuum head for my pool surface?
Pool surface type is the primary selection criterion for vacuum heads: Gunite/concrete/plaster pools: use a concrete vacuum head (Pentair #203 Superflex or #188 Lifegard). These heads have stiff nylon or polypropylene brushes that make firm contact with the rough texture of plaster and gunite, effectively loosening and vacuuming settled debris and algae. The weighted design keeps the head on the floor without constant downward pressure. Vinyl liner pools: use a vinyl liner vacuum head (#194 Triangular or #191SW Economy). Vinyl heads use soft fabric or soft bristle brushes that won't scratch or snag the liner material. Using a concrete head with stiff brushes on vinyl will abrade the liner and eventually cause it to tear. Fiberglass pools: vinyl liner heads work well on fiberglass — the smooth gel coat surface is sensitive to abrasion similar to vinyl. Both surface types: the Pentair #203 Superflex with its flexible design and medium-stiffness brushes can work adequately on both surfaces in a pinch. Commercial concrete pools: the ProVac 250 with swivel wheels and enclosed weights provides the controlled movement needed for large-area vacuuming in commercial settings. When in doubt about your pool surface material, the vinyl head is always the safer choice — it won't damage any surface, though it may be less aggressive on rough plaster.
How do I vacuum a pool using the skimmer connection?
Skimmer-connected manual vacuuming is the standard method for residential pools without a dedicated vacuum port: (1) Assemble the vacuum setup — attach the vacuum head to the telescoping pole, then connect the vacuum hose to the vacuum head's hose cuff fitting. (2) Prime the hose — before connecting to the skimmer, submerge the vacuum head in the pool and feed the hose in slowly (or hold the far end over a return jet) to fill it completely with water, eliminating air bubbles. An unprimed hose loses suction immediately. (3) Connect to the skimmer — insert the free end of the hose into the skimmer throat opening (where the basket sits), down to the suction opening at the bottom. Most skimmers have a dedicated vacuum plate that replaces the basket for cleaner connection. (4) Close or reduce other suction lines — close the main drain valve slightly (if equipped with a diverter) to direct maximum suction to the skimmer/vacuum. (5) Vacuum slowly — move the head slowly across the pool floor (6–12 inches per second). Moving too fast sweeps debris up into suspension; slow movement maintains suction contact and pulls debris into the hose. (6) Vacuum to waste for heavy algae — if the pool has a significant algae bloom, set the multiport valve to "waste" to bypass the filter, preventing algae from clogging the filter and recirculating through the returns.
What is the advantage of a battery-powered pool vacuum like the Hammerhead?
Battery-powered pool vacuums (Hammerhead Remora and Service models) solve specific problems that skimmer-connected vacuums cannot: (1) Independence from pool plumbing — the Hammerhead generates its own suction internally and doesn't connect to the skimmer or filtration system. This means it can be used without affecting pool chemistry or filter pressure, and can be deployed on pools where the pump is off or unavailable. (2) Targeted spot cleaning — service professionals use battery vacuums to clean specific areas (steps, corners, a section of floor after repair) without running the full pool system. (3) No hose to manage — the 20' or 40' cord is the only connection, eliminating the hose-priming, air-bubble, and hose-kinking issues of skimmer-connected setups. (4) Commercial service efficiency — the Hammerhead Service model (40' cord) is designed for professional pool service routes where rapid, effective vacuuming without system disruption saves time. The trade-off: battery-powered vacuums collect debris internally in a bag or filter (requiring emptying), whereas skimmer-connected vacuums send debris directly to the pool's filter system. For heavy debris loads, the Hammerhead's collection bag fills quickly. For routine maintenance on residential pools, a standard skimmer-connected vacuum head is more economical.
How do I vacuum a spa without connecting to the plumbing system?
The Rola-Chem Paradise Spa Vac is a self-contained spa vacuum that operates on venturi suction rather than connection to spa plumbing. Operation: (1) Attach a garden hose to the spa vac's water inlet fitting — the flowing garden hose water creates venturi suction at the vacuum intake that draws debris into the collection bag. (2) Extend the telescoping aluminum pole to the desired working length (up to 7 feet). (3) Lower the vacuum head into the spa and move slowly over the floor surface to collect settled debris, hair, and organic material. (4) The debris collects in the inline net/bag rather than entering the spa's filter system — particularly useful for post-use spa cleaning where you want to remove debris before it reaches the filter. (5) Turn off the hose and empty the bag when finished. The venturi spa vac is ideal for: removing debris after a spa party before the filter catches up, cleaning the spa floor between full drains, removing leaves or large debris that entered the spa, and service situations where connecting to the spa plumbing is inconvenient. It adds a small amount of water to the spa from the garden hose supply — not significant for most spas but worth noting.