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AutoPilot CPB0003A Generation II Pool Pilot w/ PPM3
AutoPilot CPB0003A Generation II Pool Pilot w/ PPM3
AutoPilot CPB0003A Generation II Pool Pilot w/ PPM3 — Up to 40,000 Gallons
The CPB0003A is AutoPilot's standard Generation II salt chlorination system paired with the PPM3 manifold and PPC3 cell — the most commonly installed capacity tier in the Gen II lineup. It's the proven, straightforward version of AutoPilot's salt system platform, without the newer diagnostic and boost features found in the Evolve line.
Quick Stats
- For pools up to 40,000 gallons
- Includes PPC3 salt cell and PPM3 manifold kit
- PoolSync compatible (optional Wi-Fi module sold separately)
- Standard Generation II controls — no advanced sensor diagnostics, boost mode, or temperature compensation
Gen II vs. Evolve: Which Should You Buy?
This is the one case where Gen II is the budget pick, not the Evolve. The CPB0003A is $170 cheaper than the CPB0007A Evolve equivalent ($1,579 vs. $1,749). If you don't need tri-sensor monitoring, boost mode, or temperature compensation, the CPB0003A gets you the same 40,000-gallon chlorine production for less. If those diagnostics matter to you, the Evolve is worth the $170 difference.
AutoPilot Complete System Comparison
| Model | Platform | Manifold | Pool Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPB0001A | Generation II | PPM1 | Up to 30,000 gal | $1,377 |
| CPB0003A (this model) | Generation II | PPM3 | Up to 40,000 gal | $1,579 |
| CPB0004A | Generation II | PPM4 | Up to 60,000 gal | $1,939 |
| CPB0005A | Generation II | PPM5 | Up to 70,000 gal | $2,303 |
| CPB0007A (Evolve) | Evolve | PPM3 | Up to 40,000 gal | $1,749 |
Install Note
Should be installed by a qualified pool professional or electrician. Confirm water is balanced and salt is added to the correct range before startup — a salt system cannot overcome poor water chemistry or inadequate circulation.
