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Century ECM16CU Replacement

The Century ECM16CU is a 1.65 THP variable-speed pool pump motor (56J C-face, TEFC) — the VGreen 165. Below: the specs we verify before quoting, and what to check on your nameplate.

Verified specifications

Horsepower1.65 THP
Speed600–3450 RPM, variable
Voltage208-230V, single-phase, 60 Hz
Frame56J, C-face
EnclosureTEFC
Full-load amps10.5-10.0A
DutyVariable-speed pool pump retrofit (energy-compliant)

Variable-speed retrofit for single-speed pool pumps — meets current energy codes. Programming is application-specific; tell us the pump and we'll set it up.

The VGreen 165 is the most-searched variable-speed pool retrofit — it replaces dozens of single-speed pool motors and meets current energy codes. Programming is application-specific, so tell us the pump and we'll set it up.

Confirming the right replacement

Before we quote, compare these fields on your failed motor's nameplate. If any of them differ, send us a photo of the nameplate and we'll match it exactly rather than guessing:

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Need a Century ECM16CU?

Send the nameplate off your failed unit. We'll confirm the match and quote the ECM16CU or a verified equivalent with availability and lead time.

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