Product Information
Description
AquaComfort ACT-1250R Signature XL Pool Heat Pump, 118K BTU, Factory Refurbished
Heat your pool longer for less.
The AquaComfort ACT-1250R Signature XL Pool Heat Pump (SKU PST-ACT1250R, MPN ACT-1250R) is a factory refurbished 118,000 BTU electric heat pump that warms your pool down to 40F ambient air, where most competing units quit at 50F or higher. You get a 6.4 COP efficiency rating, a Turboguard titanium heat exchanger that shrugs off unbalanced water chemistry, and an ultra-quiet scroll compressor on a 230V/1-phase circuit. Refurbished by AquaComfort, fully tested, and shipped with the factory limited warranty so you get like-new performance at a real discount.
Heats When Others Quit
You get a full pool season instead of a short one. The ACT-1250R keeps producing usable heat with ambient air as low as 40F, while most pool heat pumps stop firing at 50F or warmer. AquaComfort claims 30 to 40 percent more heat input than similar-sized competitors during the critical first and last 30 days of the swim season, so spring opens earlier and fall closes later without you touching the gas bill.
Turboguard Titanium Exchanger
Your pool water passes through a solid titanium heat exchanger, not cupro-nickel. Titanium is virtually immune to corrosion from high chlorine, swung pH, or salt cell output, which is the failure mode that kills most pool heat pumps inside five years. The Turboguard core is paired with a scroll compressor for smooth, quiet, high-efficiency refrigerant cycling and a long service life.
6.4 COP Efficiency
Every 1 kWh of electricity the ACT-1250R draws is converted into roughly 6.4 kWh of pool heat. That is up to 80 percent cheaper to run than a resistive electric heater and well under the operating cost of propane in most markets. The high-flow fan assembly moves a large volume of ambient air over the evaporator at low rpm, which is what makes the unit both efficient and quiet enough to leave running near a patio.
Who It's For
In-Ground Residential Pools
Sized for residential in-ground pools up to roughly 20,000 to 30,000 gallons in most climates. Pairs with single-speed or variable speed pumps.
Season Extenders
Ideal if you want to swim in April and October in the northern half of the country. The 40F startup is the whole reason to buy an AquaComfort over a generic heat pump.
Salt Pool Owners
The titanium heat exchanger is corrosion safe with salt chlorine generators, so you do not have to detune your chlorinator to protect the heater.
Replacement For Gas Heaters
Drops in for an aging propane or natural gas heater when fuel costs get out of control. Needs 240V, 40A service at the equipment pad.
Why PST Customers Pick This
118,000 BTU Output
Enough heat to raise a 20,000 gallon pool well into the comfort range during a typical Northern shoulder season.
Titanium Heat Exchanger
Turboguard titanium core resists high chlorine, low pH, and salt output that destroys cupro-nickel exchangers.
230V Single Phase
Runs on standard residential 240V service with a 40A breaker, no 3-phase or special transformer required.
20 to 70 GPM Range
Compatible with single-speed, two-speed, and variable speed pumps across a wide flow window.
Operates Down To 40F
Keeps producing usable heat in cold mornings where competing heat pumps shut off and wait for spring.
Quiet Scroll Compressor
Scroll-type compressor and oversized fan run smoother and quieter than reciprocating-style heat pumps.
Installation Notice
This heat pump requires a dedicated 240V, 40A circuit wired to code by a licensed electrician per NEC 680 for pool and spa equipment. Improper grounding or bonding around pool electrical loads is a shock hazard. Plumbing must be sized for 20 to 70 GPM with the unit installed after the filter and ahead of any salt cell or chlorinator.
Full Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the ACT-1250R and a new ACT-1250?
The ACT-1250R is the same 118,000 BTU Signature XL unit as the new ACT-1250, but it has been factory refurbished by AquaComfort. It carries a shorter limited warranty than a new unit but is fully tested before it leaves the plant and arrives with new-unit performance at a real discount.
How does the ACT-1250R compare to the ACT-1250 H/C heat and cool model?
The ACT-1250R is heat only and rated at 118K BTU at 6.4 COP. The ACT-1250 H/C reverses the refrigerant cycle to also chill the pool in summer and is rated at 112K BTU. Pick heat only unless you actively need pool cooling in a hot climate.
What pool size does the ACT-1250R heat?
118,000 BTU comfortably covers residential in-ground pools up to roughly 20,000 to 30,000 gallons in most climates. Larger pools, very cold shoulder seasons, or uncovered pools may justify stepping up to the ACT-1500.
Will this work with my variable speed pump?
Yes. The required flow window is 20 to 70 GPM, which matches every common single-speed, two-speed, and variable speed residential pool pump. Confirm your VSP is programmed to hit at least 20 GPM whenever the heat pump is firing.
Can I install this myself?
Plumbing is straightforward 2 inch PVC, but the 240V, 40A electrical hookup must be done by a licensed electrician per NEC 680 for pool equipment. We strongly recommend a pool pro for the final commissioning so the factory warranty stays intact.
How cold can it be outside and still heat my pool?
The ACT-1250R is rated to keep producing usable heat with ambient air down to 40F. Below that, output and efficiency drop sharply, which is true of every air-source heat pump. For year round heating in very cold climates, plan for a winter cover or backup gas heater.
Is the titanium heat exchanger safe with a salt chlorine generator?
Yes. Titanium is corrosion resistant in salt pool water and high chlorine output, which is exactly why AquaComfort uses it in the Signature XL line. Keep the heater plumbed before the salt cell whenever possible.
Order the ACT-1250R From PST
Authorized AquaComfort dealer. Factory refurbished, fully tested, and backed by the PST Pool Supplies service team.
Additional Info
| Category | Pool Products Pool Coolers |
| SKU | PST-ACT1250R |
| MPN | ACT-1250R |
| Manufacturer | Aquacomfort |
| Weight | 240.0 lb |
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