{"product_id":"pentair-356288s-superflo-vs-vst-supermax-vs-motor-drive-assembly-almond-post-oct-2020-genuine-oem","title":"Pentair 356288S SuperFlo VS\/VST \u0026 SuperMax VS Motor \u0026 Drive Assembly (Almond, Post-Oct 2020) — Genuine OEM","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePentair 356288S Motor \u0026amp; Drive Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e is the genuine OEM complete motor-and-drive unit, in \u003cstrong\u003ealmond finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, for \u003cstrong\u003eSuperFlo VS\/VST and SuperMax VS pumps manufactured after October 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e. It combines the variable-speed motor and integrated drive (VFD) in one assembly, restoring full pump function, efficiency, and programmable speed control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete motor + drive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable-speed motor and integrated VFD in a single OEM assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Pentair OEM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Correct communication with pump controls and factory-matched performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-in-one replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoids sourcing and matching a separate motor and drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy-efficient variable speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower-RPM operation significantly reduces electricity use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlmond finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matches Pentair's factory equipment styling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-Oct 2020 fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for the newer SuperFlo VS\/VST and SuperMax VS electronics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 356288S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor \u0026amp; drive assembly (integrated VFD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits:\u003c\/strong\u003e SuperFlo VS, SuperFlo VST, and SuperMax VS pumps manufactured after October 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pentair — genuine OEM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Pentair 356288S include?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete motor-and-drive assembly — the variable-speed motor with its integrated drive (VFD) in one unit, so you don't have to match a separate motor and drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my SuperFlo VS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly if your pump was \u003cstrong\u003emanufactured after October 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e. This assembly does not fit pre-October 2020 models. Check the serial\/date label on the pump housing before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I replace just the drive instead of the full assembly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes, but replacing the full motor + drive avoids mismatched components and communication faults. For this post-2020 platform, the integrated 356288S assembly is the reliable path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich pumps does it cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuperFlo VS, SuperFlo VST, and SuperMax VS pumps built after October 2020. The RS-485 variant of this assembly is a different part (356289S).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes variable speed really save energy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — running at lower RPM for filtration dramatically cuts electricity use compared with single-speed pumps, which is why variable-speed pumps are now standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need professional installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is a high-voltage motor\/drive assembly — disconnect power at the breaker, and have a qualified pool professional perform the installation and programming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52366312407357,"sku":"356288S","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/6741\/8429\/files\/FullSizeRender_69ed503a-5a3a-4b78-a211-cb19a557042b.jpg?v=1785176354","url":"https:\/\/poolsupply4u.com\/products\/pentair-356288s-superflo-vs-vst-supermax-vs-motor-drive-assembly-almond-post-oct-2020-genuine-oem","provider":"PoolSupply 4U","version":"1.0","type":"link"}