Flotide SX6/32 Inverter Heat Pump

Description

Flotide SX6/32 Selection & Quick Reference Guide

(A compact, high-efficiency heating system engineered for small residential pools, wooden pools, and above-ground frame pools.)

Fast Buyer’s Guide & Pool Compatibility

• Who It Is For: Homeowners with small outdoor swimming pools, wooden pools, or above-ground frame pools up to 20,000 litres looking for reliable, low-cost heating without expensive custom wiring.

• Price & Efficiency Value: An entry-level inverter heat pump that eliminates the need for complex power arrangements. Replacing an old 3 kW electric flow heater with this 5.4 kW unit cuts ongoing electricity bills by up to 70 to 80 percent.

• Physical Footprint: Compact horizontal layout measuring 400 mm x 400 mm x 460 mm. Fits comfortably on patios or alongside decking next to your existing filtration set.

• Plumbing Adaptations Required: Supplied with standard 50 mm pipe unions. If your pool uses standard 32 mm or 38 mm flexible hoses, simply add two 50 mm to 32/38 mm stepped hose adapters to connect to your existing pump and filter.

Energy-Efficient Step-Inverter Performance

Heating smaller pools up to 20 m³ does not require high installation expenses or excessive electricity bills. The Flotide SX6/32 Inverter Heat Pump brings variable-speed heating technology into a compact, accessible format. Pre-wired with a standard UK 3-pin mains plug, it connects directly into an RCD-protected outdoor socket to start warming your pool efficiently. Unlike traditional fixed-speed pool heaters that operate at 100 percent power continuously, the Flotide SX6/32 uses step-inverter power regulation. It automatically adjusts compressor output and fan speeds between pre-set levels depending on real-time weather demand. Once your 20 m³ pool reaches target water temperature, the unit throttles down to maintain heat quietly while using minimal electrical power.

Durable Cabinet Built for UK Weather

Housed in a corrosion-proof black ABS casing, the SX6/32 is engineered for outdoor garden environments year-round. Inside, a pure titanium heat exchanger ensures complete resistance to pool chemicals, salt chlorination, and hard water scale. Its horizontal airflow design allows flexible placement on small patios or alongside pool decking while directing discharge air away from surrounding seating areas.

Eco-Friendly Performance Down to Minus 7 Degrees

Utilising low-GWP R32 refrigerant gas, this unit delivers high-efficiency thermal transfer in outdoor air temperatures down to minus 7 degrees Celsius. Equipped with automated defrost functionality, it provides an ideal heating solution for extending your swimming season across spring, summer, and autumn months.

Professional Setup Services

Blue Cube Direct offers complete setup support for custom bypass plumbing and system commissioning. You can request guidance or booking directly via our Professional Installation and Setup Available link.

Key Technical Specifications

• Recommended Pool Capacity: Small pools up to 20 m³ (20,000 litres)

• Max Heat Output: Up to 5.4 kW (at Air 26°C / Water 26°C)

• Power Supply & Connection: 230V Single Phase with pre-wired UK 3-Pin Mains Plug

• Compressor Technology: Step-inverter rotary compressor

• Heat Exchanger: Pure titanium coil inside corrosion-proof PVC casing

• Operating Ambient Air Range: -7°C to 43°C

• Refrigerant Gas: Eco-friendly R32

• Hydraulic Connections: 50 mm solvent socket unions

• Cabinet Construction: Weatherproof UV-stabilised ABS casing

• Turnkey Setup Service: Professional Installation and Setup Available across the UK

Installation & Operating Guidelines

1. Choose Your Setup Option: Connect the pre-wired plug to an outdoor socket and plumb the water connections yourself, or request our turnkey service via Professional Installation and Setup Available.

2. Base Placement: Mount horizontally on a firm, level outdoor concrete or timber base, leaving at least 30 cm clear space behind the air intake grille.

3. Plumbing Integration: Plumb into the pool filtration return line down-line from your filter pump using a standard 3-valve bypass kit.

4. Pipe Adaptations: Connect directly to 50 mm rigid PVC pipes, or attach 50 mm to 32/38 mm stepped hose adapters if connecting to flexible above-ground pool hoses.

5. Electrical Connection: Plug directly into an RCD-protected outdoor 230V 13A mains socket.

6. System Startup: Ensure your filtration pump is running and water is circulating before powering on the heat pump display.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size pool is the Flotide SX6/32 designed for?

The SX6/32 is sized specifically for small outdoor swimming pools, wooden pools, and above-ground family pools up to 20 m³ (20,000 litres) in volume.

Can I connect this heat pump into a normal garden socket?

Yes. The specific UK model variant is factory-supplied pre-wired with a standard UK 3-pin plug for connection into an RCD-protected outdoor 230V mains socket.

What adapters are needed for above-ground pool hoses?

The heat pump includes standard 50 mm solvent unions. If your above-ground pool uses 32 mm or 38 mm flexible hoses, you will need two 50 mm to 32/38 mm stepped hose adapters to complete the plumbing connection.

Do you offer professional installation for pool heat pumps?

Yes. We offer complete setup, bypass plumbing, and system commissioning across the UK. You can request this via our Professional Installation and Setup Available link.

Product Links & Downloads

• Manufacturer Technical Specifications: Flotide Heat Pump Inverter SX6/32 Product Page

• Official User Manual: Flotide Hydro-S / SX Series Operating Instructions

• Professional Services: Professional Installation and Setup Available