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AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet Pool Heat Pump | SQ160R
AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet Pool Heat Pump | SQ160R
AquaCal HeatWave SuperQuiet SQ160R Pool Heat Pump — 128,000 BTU
The SQ160R is the mid-capacity model in AquaCal's HeatWave SuperQuiet line — a fixed-speed, heat-only pump built for larger residential pools that don't need cooling capability. It uses AquaCal's SuperQuiet sound-reduction cabinet design for quiet backyard operation.
Quick Stats
- 128,000 BTU heating capacity
- Commonly sized for pools in the ~25,000–35,000 gallon range
- Fixed-speed compressor, heat only — no cooling mode, unlike the TropiCal inverter series
- SuperQuiet® sound-reduction cabinet design
- Built-in PoolSync WiFi antenna
- Corrosion-resistant cabinet for long-term outdoor use
Why the SQ160R Over the T130?
Choose the SQ160R if you don't need pool cooling and want the most heating capacity per dollar in this size range — it slightly outperforms the T130 on BTU while staying heat-only. If you're in a hot climate and want cooling capability alongside heating, or prefer full inverter efficiency and the T130's matched Eco Mode COP, the T130 is the better fit.
AquaCal Heat Pump Comparison
| Model | Type | BTU | Pool Size | Noise | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T70 | Inverter, heat+cool | 68,000 | Up to 15,000 gal | ~33dB | Smaller pools, covered pools, budget entry to inverter |
| T100 | Inverter, heat+cool | 101,000 | Up to 25,000 gal | ~33dB | Balanced pick for most residential pools |
| T130 | Inverter, heat+cool | 123,000 | Up to 30,000 gal | ~33dB | Larger pools, faster recovery, cooler climates |
| SQ140R | Fixed-speed, heat only | 114,000 | Up to 25,000 gal | SuperQuiet design | Heat-only budget alternative to T100 |
| SQ160R (this model) | Fixed-speed, heat only | 128,000 | ~25,000–35,000 gal | SuperQuiet design | Heat-only alternative to T130 |
| SQ200R | Fixed-speed, heat only | 138,000 | 35,000+ gal | SuperQuiet design | Very large pools, cold climates |
Note: HeatWave SuperQuiet models heat only. If you're in a hot climate and want pool cooling as well as heating, look at the full-inverter TropiCal series (T70/T100/T130) instead.
Install Note
Designed for outdoor installation with proper airflow clearance. Should be installed by a qualified professional per AquaCal's manual and local electrical code.
