Balboa BP501 Retro Fit Kit - Spa Pack with TP400 Controller and cables

$687.28

Product Code: KIT-RETROFIT-BP501-TP400
Availability: 14

Description
Specification

Balboa BP501 RetroFit Kit - WITH TP400W CONTROLER

5.5Kw Digital Spa Controller Made in America

Although this spa pack can work at 120 VAC in which case it will produce 1.5 Kw of heat, it is primarily expected that it will be used at 230 VAC (requiring 30-50 AMP service) and will produce 5.5 kW of heat. One or more auxiliary heater, each producing 4.0 kW or 5.5kW can be slaved to the unit if more power is required. It's union tail pieces (included) fit standard 2" piping or with reducers can be easily adapted to 1.5".

Built in programmable features such a 12 or 24 hour filter cycle programming by duration or time of day, various power saving modes including standard, economy, and standard in economy mode, ozone suppression, clean up cycle, freeze protection, panel lock, temperature lock, standby mode for filter changes and sophisticated diagnosis and reminder measures are just some of the features. It also has the ability to select how much current will be drawn allowing a breaker as low as 30 Amp, yet still deliver the full 5.5 kW of electric heat.

The Industry Standard "Brain Transplant" for Your Hot Tub

If your hot tub's control system has failed, you don't need to scrap the whole tub. Breathe new life into it with the Balboa BP501 Retrofit Kit.

This is our Standard Upgrade Bundle, designed for homeowners who want legendary Balboa reliability without the extra cost of wireless accessories. It replaces aging or obsolete systems from brands like Gecko, HydroQuip, and SpaGuts, converting your spa into a modern, digitally controlled machine.

Is this the right kit for me?

System Capacity: Perfect for standard residential spas with 1 Pump (2-speed) or 2 Pumps (Pump 1 + Pump 2/Blower).
Control Panel: Includes the TP400W Topside Panel. This compact 4-button display (Warm, Cool, Light, Jets) is ideal for smaller spas or narrow hot tub rims where larger panels won't fit.
WiFi Ready: While this kit does not include the WiFi module, the circuit board is fully prepped for it. You can easily add the ControlMySpa™ module later if you decide you want smartphone control.

Why Choose the BP Series?

M7 Technology: Say goodbye to "Flow Switch" errors. Balboa's patented M7 sensors monitor water temperature and flow simultaneously, eliminating mechanical pressure switches—the #1 failure point in older hot tubs.
Flexible Power: The system is convertible.
- 240V Mode: Delivers full 5.5kW heating (Rapid Heat).
- 120V Mode: Delivers 1.5kW heating (Plug & Play friendly).

Features & Benefits

Freeze Protection: Automatically turns on pumps if the water temperature drops too low, protecting your pipes in winter.

Filter Programming: Set 12 or 24-hour filtration cycles to keep water crystal clear without running the pump unnecessarily.

Diagnostics: The digital screen displays clear error codes (e.g., "HTR DRY") so you know exactly what is going on with your spa.

Incomparable System Reliability

The BP Series is the 1st in a newly designed and improved plat form that focuses on reliability. The BP501 uses a more advance carbon bases casing that is highly flame retardant and impact resistant. New Features such as quick disconnect heater elements, Wi-Fi Ready, and Press and Hold topside navigation buttons.

Retrofit Kit Compatibility

This is a retrofit kit and is designed to replace a complete spa pack with any other manufactures hot tub heating system such as Gecko, Colman, Hydro Quip, Spa Guts, Arctic Spa, LA Spas, Beach Comber, Sundance, Emerald Spas, Maxx Spa, Hydro Spa, Hot Spring to name a few. The retrofit kit comes complete with the TP400 digital top side controller, and a set of cables for two pumps, and an ozone. Detailed retrofit instructions are also included so that a spa owner can quickly change over to BALBOA the world leader in Spa Heaters.

M7 Technology

The BP Series uses M7 Technology which is simply the best spa pack technology on the market. Completely digital circuitry means less failure, more accurate heating range (+/- 1 degree F). And it now includes both a high range (80-104F) and a low range (50-99 F) operation. The Patented M7 Technology removes the need for pressure sensors and remote heat sensors common on other older spa packs. This unique technology allows the spa pack to be positioned in any location or direction (before or after the pump or before or after the filter).

Specifications

10.56” High x 17” Long x 4.8” Deep
UL/CSA certification
Includes PN# 50260 TP400 Totpside Controller with warm, cool, light, jets overlay
Includes: 2 sets of pump cables and an ozone cable with AMP connector for Balboa Spa Pack
Includes: Detailed instruction manual for installation to replace another brand of Spa Heater
120 or 230 VAC ozone support (circ pump and ozone must have same voltage)
240VAC @ 60 Hz or 50 Hz, 30-60 Amp 3 wire (needs neutral wire)
High or Low current mode
Max Load ratings: Pump 1= 16 amp; Pump 2/Blower = 12 amp; Ozonator = 1 amp; A/V = 5 amp; Light = 12 v @ 1 amp
The flow through heater tube must be a minimum of 20 USGPM if the heater is 4.0kW. This flow rate should be checked if your spa uses a small circulation pump such a Laing E14 or others made by Grundfos or Waterway Mighty-Might. These small pumps when used with 1” piping typically cannot produce this flow. A 3kW heater element is available which reduces flow requirement to 13 USGPM, call us!
Can only handle 2 pump (Pump One-1 or 2-speed pump | Pump Two- blower or 1- speed pump)
Warranty – 2 years for system including Heater and Serial top-side Panel

MADE IN AMERICA not China!

Installation Note: This is an advanced electrical installation. We strongly recommend hiring a certified spa technician to ensure the DIP switches are configured correctly for your specific pump setup.