Comparing Kasco Marine and Powerhouse
Aerating Fountains
Which aerating fountain is right for you? In many cases, either brand will do a good job. Powerhouse and Kasco Marine are the top aerating fountain brands on the market today. Both have solid experience and a reputation for quality. Both brands are backed by good customer service.
Kasco Marine fountains are built around a simple, rugged design, consisting of a heavy duty motor surrounded by a stainless steel protective case. Kasco fountains are the units we would recommend for situations where they will be subjected to continued operation and rough handling. The Powerhouse fountain is available in both 115v and 230v power options, weighs less, and the larger unit is more energy efficient than the Kasco equivalents. Powerhouse fountains come with fewer standard options, resulting in a more affordable base unit.
The following tables provide an overview of Kasco and Powerhouse attributes.
Compare Features |
|
Feature |
Powerhouse |
Kasco Marine |
|
Motors |
1/2 or 1 HP |
1/2, 3/4, and 1 HP |
|
Power Options |
All Models 115V or 230V |
115V |
|
Motor Housing |
Marine-grade Stainless |
Marine-grade Stainless |
|
Power Cords |
Changeable, 50' or 100' |
Changeable, 50' or 100' |
|
Prop Protection |
PVC shroud system |
Stainless cage |
|
Warranty |
18 Months |
2 Years |
|
Years in Industry |
30+ years |
40+ years |
|
|
Made in USA |
Made in USA |
Kasco vs. Powerhouse
Aerating Fountain Brand Comparison
| Model # |
HP |
Running
Amps |
Pond
Size |
Min.
Depth |
Fountain
Display
Size |
Gallons
Per Min |
Mooring
Lines |
Control
Panel/
GFI |
Protective
Screen |
Shipping
Weight |
|
Kasco 2400VFX |
1/2 |
5.6 |
1/4 |
15" |
5' H x 15' W |
90 |
50' |
Standard |
Standard |
48 lbs. |
|
Powerhouse F500F |
1/2 |
7.0 |
1/2 |
16" |
4' H x 15' W |
106 |
25' |
N/A |
Option |
42 lbs. |
|
Kasco 3400VFX |
3/4 |
7.3 |
1/2 |
17.5" |
6' H x 21' W |
110 |
50' |
Standard |
Standard |
61 lbs. |
|
Powerhouse - N/A |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
Kasco 4400VFX |
1 |
11.3 |
3/4 |
19" |
8' H x 26' W |
135 |
50' |
Standard |
Standard |
65 lbs. |
|
Powerhouse F1000F |
1 |
8.2 |
3/4 |
36" |
6' H x 21' W |
130 |
25' |
N/A |
Option |
48 lbs. |
* Recommended pond size refers to surface acreage (SA) and is determined by multiplying length x width of the pond. The actual shape, depth and oxygen demand should be considered when selecting a unit size.
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