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What is electrical power?
Firstly, electrical power is the capacity to receive a quantity of energy and be able to use it.
In this way, the procedure is to transform such electrical energy into another form.
¿How is electrical power expressed?
- Firstly, electrical power is expressed with the symbol 'P'.
- The watt is the unit of measurement that corresponds to electrical power and is equivalent to one joule (J) per second.
- Although, we quantify the electrical power for domestic use in watts (W),
- So, we normally use the term kWh to determine the energy consumed by a 1kW (1000 W) appliance in one hour. so we normally talk about kilowatts (kW).
- Each W is equivalent to 1 Joule/second.
Electrical power is measured in Watts (W) and is expressed in Kilowatts (kW).
¿How to calculate electricity costs?
Formula to calculate electrical expenditure
Necessary electrical power (kW) x 30 days x Y (cost per kilowatt of power in our marketing company)
1st step to calculate electrical cost
Hired potency
- When we pay the electricity bill, one of the things we pay for is power.
- That is, if the different devices necessary for our pool have great power, we will pay a lot in this regard.
- As we have said previously, electric power It is measured in Watts (W), and very often It is expressed in Kilowatts (kW), as is the case with electricity bills.
2nd step to calculate electrical cost
Usage time: kW daily
- At this point we must assess how many hours a day we will operate the device.
- Next, by calculating the consumption in daily kW we can obtain the monthly ones.
3st step to calculate electrical cost
Electric company rate for each kW
- Then We must know the electricity company's rate for each kW to establish its relationship in monthly cost.
- Therefore, we must simply multiply the daily or monthly expense by the price per kWh.
- On the other hand, it is worth mentioning that the rate varies frequently and it is advisable to consult it routinely in order to obtain a result of the supposed cost with maximum accuracy.
Calculation of new pool electricity rates
¿What is the pool electricity consumption??
Why is it importantcalculate the cost of swimming pool electricity consumption?
It is important cCalculate the cost of the pool's electrical consumption to be able to translate it into pool maintenance and cleaning costs.
According to our recommendation, it is very important to consider all the extra expenses and not just the construction itself before purchasing a pool.
¿How much does the average electricity consumption of a swimming pool cost in euros??
Actually, one of the most frequent doubts is what is the consumption of a pool per year.
It must be taken into account that carrying out this calculation in a general way is almost impossible., since each pool has characteristics in size, amount of water, type of pumps, type of energy used by the devices (it can be electricity or a gas such as natural, propane or butane).
However, during this article we are going to give you some tips on what the consumption of certain elements in our pool is, as well as what aspects must be taken into account to know it.
Example of swimming pool electrical cost according to: Power, time of use and rate
On the other hand, to know what consumption our pool will have, we will have to take into account how long we have the different devices on.
For example, if we have a consumption of 30 kilowatts per hour and we have the device on for 4 hours, its consumption per month will be:
120 kilowatts per day x 30 days x Z (cost per kilowatt hour in our marketing company).
As we see, the electrical cost of our pool will depend, ultimately, on the cost we have in the contract with our company, both in terms of power and consumption.
How much light do pool equipment use?
We cannot answer exactly what the exact electrical cost of a pool is because it depends on many factors and variants, such as: the size of the pool, the equipment attached to its maintenance, extra equipment...
Pool purifier consumption
1st step to know the pool filter consumption
Deliberately choosing the pool purifier
- Truly, the choice of pool filter will totally determine its electrical consumption.
- For this reason, you can deliberate your decision with our entry of: How to choose a pool purifier
- Even though, we will always recommend that you opt for a purifier.
Opt for a low-consumption pool purifier
2nd step to know the pool filter consumption
Know the power of the pool purifier
- As we have already been saying, The power of a purifier is measured in Watts (W) or Kilowatts (kW).
- Let us remember that the conversion is equivalent to: 1 Kw = 1000 W.
What power does a water purifier have to have?
- We can know the power of our purifier with the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
3st step to know the pool filter consumption
How long does the purifier have to be running?
How does the pool filtration system work?
How to know the purification time of a pool
- To know approximately the time required to purify a pool There is a calculation based on a very generic formula.
Calculation of pool filtration hours
Very generic formula to determine the filtering time (filtering cycle):
Water temperature / 2 = pool filtering hours
4th step to know the pool filter consumption
Calculate the amount of energy you consume
How do I calculate the electrical consumption of a pool treatment plant in kW daily and monthly?
- For calculate the amount of energy consumed by the pool filter, we will multiply the daily operating hours by the kW of consumption of the purifier.
- Finally, the monthly expense will be calculated by multiplying the daily consumption by the number of days in the month in question.
5th step to know the pool filter consumption
Know the electricity company's rate for 1 kW daily and monthly
How much does the consumption of an electric water purifier for the pool cost in euros?
- As we have been repeating throughout these posts, it is essential to know the price that our company charges us for 1 kWh.
- Then, we simply only have to multiply the daily or monthly expense by the price per kWh.
Electricity savings with the hourly discrimination rate
- If you have contracted the time discrimination rate, you can save on your electricity bill if you turn on the treatment plant first thing in the morning or at night.
- For this purpose, we suggest installing a timer to automatically start the pool filtration.
Can I benefit from a PVPC rate with time discrimination?
- The PVPC rate or Voluntary Price for Small Consumers is the electricity rate that belongs to the regulated electricity market. This is the rate that must be contracted to be able to request the social electricity bonus and benefit from this help to reduce the cost of electricity bills.
- If you would like to more information, you can consult: PVPC regulated electricity rate: Conditions, PVPC price today, discounts.
Example average monthly electricity consumption for pool treatment plant:
- We are going to establish that the price of a kilowatt that the electricity company charges us per hour is supposedly €0,14.
- We will assume that the power of the filter equipment is 2kWh.
- And we are going to estimate that the treatment plant is in operation for about 4 hours a day.
Average monthly electricity consumption calculations for pool treatment plant:
- 2 kWh x 4 hours = 8 kW.
- 8kWx0,14 = €1,12/day
- 1,12x30 days = €33,6/month
Approximate average electrical consumption of a treatment plant: €33,6/monthly
Pool motor consumption
What type of pool motor is ideal
To limit expenses, choose a variable speed pump that allows you to change the speed to meet the needs of the pool.
For example, there are pumps that save up to 85% of energy consumption.
Comparison of consumption between classic pumps and variable speed pumps
Remember this principle: If you halve the pump speed, divide the head loss by 4 and then divide the consumption by 8.
To compare the consumption between classic pumps and variable speed pumps, the calculation method is as follows:
Example of pool motor consumption
For a pool of 8 m × 4 m × 1,5 m = 48 m3 with a filtration period from April to October (cost per kilowatt-hour…: €0,15)
- “Classic” fixed speed pump with intermittent operation (11h/day): €287,44/year
- Pump with variable operation (24 hours a day): €65,75/year
For an air-water type heat pump, the average consumption cost per season ranges between €2,50 and €3,70 per m3 heated in the pool.
Features of the pool pump with low consumption
How a variable speed water pump benefits your pool
- Variable speed pool pumps are a revolutionary and innovative product.
- The variable speed system of a swimming pool motor is based on a variation of the operation that is not continuous, therefore it adjusts the speed, flow and energy consumption according to the requirements of the pool and only turns on when it is strictly necessary.
- Variable speed pool pump they have several built-in programs that are used for many types of use.
- So no type of calculation will be needed either since it will regulate itself as required.
- We obtain a better filtration of the pool water, thanks to the reduced speed and adapted to the algae they grow more slowly and they reproduce more quickly in rough waters.
- The noise from the variable speed pool motor is almost soundless.
- The life span of the variable speed pool pump is longer than the others as it runs less time than the others.
- For this reason, electricity consumption is greatly reduced compared to other pool treatment plants.
Heat pump electrical cost
What is heating a pool with a heat pump?
- As a summary, a pool heat pump It is a device responsible for the absorption and transfer of heat retained in the outside air to the pool water.
Pool heat pump: best pool water heating system
Our recommendation for heat the pool: Pool covers or pool cover (maintains the water temperature) + pool heat pump (heats the water).
Pool electricity consumption with heat pump
It should be noted that the cost of swimming pool electricity consumption is determined by many factors, such as:
- Firstly, the climatic conditions of the place where the pool is located.
- Secondly, whether the pool itself is outside or inside.
- On the other hand, if it is equipped not with a pool cover.
- Hours of use of the pool.
- Heat pump power.
- Etc
For an air-water type heat pump, the average consumption cost per season ranges between: €2,50 and €3,70 per m3 heated in the pool.
Pool electricity consumption when it is on but not in use
- As a guide, a pool heat pump for private use consumes approximately 50 Wh when it is on and not in use.
- This means that its daily consumption on a day that it is not used is equal to: 1,2 kWh.
- Therefore, it is advisable to disconnect the equipment when you do not intend to use the pool.
Options in the pool heating system
- A heated pool is a great option to be able to enjoy it all year round.
- However, when it comes to heating our pool, doubts begin.
- Therefore, we tell you about the different pool air conditioning systems that exist to be able to heat your pool.
Pool cleaner electric consumption
Pool cleaner which one to buy
- Pool cleaner which one to buy: how to choose pool robot Learn about the possibilities in pool cleaner models and also their types. Keep your pool spotless and free of imperfections. No effort!
Pool cleaner electric expense
Whether electric or hydraulic, the consumption of a pool cleaner is usually not very high.
Average annual electricity consumption for pool cleaner = 0,9kW x 73h/year of use x 1,4 electricity rate = €91,98/year
Electrical lighting costs: LEDs and projectors
Types of pool lights
- Pool lighting: equip your pool with a personal touch of light and enjoy the company of the moon.
Pool lighting electricity consumption
Electrical consumption halogen bulb
- Approximately, The electrical consumption of a normal halogen bulb is 300w
LED projector electrical consumption
- An LED projector will consume an average of ten times less than a traditional 300 W projector.
- Normally, LED spotlights consume between 30 – 24w.
- Another positive point of theThe LED spotlights for the pool are that their useful life is 100.000 hours, one hundred times more than the old halogen pool lamps.
Annual consumption of LED pool projector
The following calculation will help you determine the annual consumption, knowing that the estimated operating time of a projector is 365 hours per season:
Consumption in watts (30 watts) x number of hours of use/week x number of weeks x price per kW.
Average annual electricity consumption for LED pool projector = 0,30 x 150 x 1,5 = €67,5/year
Calculation of new pool electricity rates
Pool electricity consumption
New calculation of electricity transportation and distribution tolls
When will the new electricity rates come into effect?
To begin with, comment that the new electricity rates should have come into force on November 1 of last year.
However, the crisis caused by the coronavirus meant that Its entry into force would have to be delayed until April of this year, still without an exact date.
Although there are still many aspects to be fixed about these New Rates, such as the cost of the fixed part, the truth is that the reform is quite clear for the most part.
In this way, in this article we tell you how the different electricity rates are going to change compared to what we currently have.
Control the rates for your pool's electricity consumption
New tolls or rates for electricity consumptiond pool
For now we have the possibility of contracting 12 different rates, depending on the contracted power. With the new pricing, those 12 rates will become 6.
What does the electricity rate to be contracted depend on?
As we have said, the rate that we can contract depends on the power, but it will also depend on the voltage level.
Likewise, specify that this new pricing will affect all users equally, regardless of whether they are in the regulated market (PVPC rate) or free market.
What is the biggest change in the new electricity rates
On the other hand, the biggest change of this reform is the unification of all rates for supplies with less than 15 kilowatts of power into a single rate, the 2.0TD.
Consumers who have self-consumption through network will have their own tolls, with the new rates 2.0TDA, 3.0TDA, 6.1TDA, 6.2TDA, 6.3TDA and 6.4TDA.
New rates to control pool electricity consumption
2.0TD access fee
Features in the 2.0TD rate for swimming pool electricity consumption
First of all, we have la new 2.0TD rate It is the unification of the current 2.0 and 2.1 and It will have the following characteristics:
- Voltage less than one kilowatt
- Contracted power less than 15 kW
- Two power terms: peak and valley (two different powers can be contracted)
- Three terms of consumption: peak, flat and valley
Most innovative feature 2.0TD rate
The most innovative feature of this new rate is that it includes a discrimination in three periods in consumption.
And all this when currently time discrimination was something that you could choose to hire or not.
Discrimination in three periods in consumption
This division will come in three periods
- Firstly, a more expensive price (peak),
- One medium (flat)
- And a cheap one (valley).
How to save with the new rates
If we manage to accumulate our highest consumption in the off-peak period we will be able to save between 25% and 40% on the monthly bill.
Very important change: Ability to hire two powers in two periods
Another important change is that two different powers can be contracted in each of the two periods: one during peak hours (more expensive) and another during off-peak hours (cheaper).
All the Off-peak hours, both for power and consumption, will be the night hours.
Power periods:
Power period:
Toll 3.0TD
Features in the peage 3.0TD for swimming pool electricity consumption
Therefore, becomes the rate that will replace the current 3.0 A, with the following characteristics:
- Voltage less than one kilowatt
- Contracted power above 15 kilowatts in at least one of the periods
- Six power terms, with increasing powers.
- First period 1 of the new rate is the current period 1
- Period 2 of the current rate is divided into four (P2, P3, P4 and P5)
- The current period 3 becomes period 6
The fact that the powers are increasing means that the power of a period must be higher than that of the previous period.
With this new pricing, the contracted power will be charged on the one hand and penalties for excess power on the other. These penalties will be calculated differently depending on whether the contracted power is above or below 50 kW.
Toll 6.1TD, 6.2TD, 6.3TD and 6.4TD
Toll characteristics 6.1TD, 6.2TD, 6.3TD and 6.4TD electricity consumptiond pool
Lastly, specify that they replace the current rates 3.1A, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 and 6.4, that is, those considered High Voltage.
Depending on the voltage level, there will be one rate or another, regardless of the contracted power.
So they are characterized by:
- Voltage greater than or equal to one kilowatt
- No limit on contracted power
- Six power terms with increasing powers.
- In the case of 3.1A rates that have 3 power terms
- Period one remains as P1
- Period 2 of the current rate is divided into four: P2, P3, P4 and P5
- Current P3 will become P6
- In the rest, the same powers