Plastica iFlo Swimming Pool Pump
- Best for Small Pools
- Quiet, cost-effective option
- Handles clean or lightly dirty water
- Ideal for basic domestic use
Plastica are a British manufacturer of swimming pool pumps, based in St Leonards on Sea in East Sussex. Founded in 1972, Plastica have over 50 years of in-house pool pump manufacturing, covering every pool size from small domestic instal...
Plastica are a British manufacturer of swimming pool pumps, based in St Leonards on Sea in East Sussex. Founded in 1972, Plastica have over 50 years of in-house pool pump manufacturing, covering every pool size from small domestic installations to heavy-duty commercial pools. The iFlo, AG, and Argonaut ranges are the core of their UK-made pool pump offering, each built for a specific pool type and budget.
Plastica were founded in 1972 and recently passed the half-century mark as an independent British swimming pool manufacturer. The company operates from a 13,000 square metre factory at St Leonards on Sea, where the full pool pump range is designed, manufactured, and quality-controlled in-house.
That commitment to UK manufacturing is unusual in the pool pump market, where most ranges are built overseas and badged for UK distribution. It allows Plastica to offer competitively priced pumps without compromising on build quality, and it means lead times, spares, and warranty support are genuinely local.
Plastica hold ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems certification and ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety registration for the manufacture and supply of swimming pool equipment and services.
Three questions usually settle the decision:
For a fuller walk-through see our How to Choose a New Swimming Pool Pump in 5 Easy Steps guide.
The deeper read: what's in this range, how to pick, and when to talk to us before you buy.
Plastica's UK pool pump range splits into three families, each designed for a specific pool size, performance requirement, and price point.
iFlo: the entry-level pool pump
The iFlo range is Plastica's entry-level pool pump line, designed for smaller pools where simplicity, reliability, and cost are the priorities. Despite the lower price point, there is no compromise on build: a heavy-duty, air-cooled motor suited to continuous use, a large strainer basket, and a high-load self-priming impeller.
Three models cover small and mid-size pools: the SFP075 (0.75 hp), SFP100 (1 hp), and SFP150 (1.5 hp), with flow rates from 166 to 283 litres per minute. All iFlo pool pumps use industry-standard 1.5" 50mm pool pipe with a female BSP hose tail union, making installation and replacement straightforward.
AG Series: the residential and above-ground specialist
The AG Series steps up from the iFlo, designed for residential and above-ground pools, as well as ornamental ponds. It is the quiet option in the range, running at around 55 dB, with an IP55 heavy-duty motor, a stainless steel shaft, and self-priming capability up to 1.8 metres.
AG Series pumps are suitable for chlorine, bromine, iodine, and high-salt pool systems, making them a sensible choice for pool owners considering saltwater conversion. The 1.65 L strainer includes a clear inspection lid, and 50mm ABS solvent-weld unions attach to male BSP thread for a clean install.
Four models cover different pool sizes: AG8-2DC (150 L/min), AG10-2DC (183 L/min), AG14-2DC (233 L/min), and AG16-2DC (266 L/min).
Argonaut AV: the high-performance premium pump
The Argonaut AV series is the premium Plastica pool pump, UK-engineered and quality-controlled at the East Sussex factory. It is built for demanding environments where performance, efficiency, and long-term reliability matter: heavier residential pools, commercial installations, and high-salt systems.
Power options span 0.33 hp to 2.0 hp, available in both single-phase (230 V) and three-phase (400 V) versions. Self-priming to 3 metres, IP55 heavy-duty motor, carbon/ceramic mechanical seal, and quiet 60 dB operation. The 1.75 L strainer basket and 63mm/2" unions (with 50mm/1.5" reducers) give consistent strong flow and a flexible install.
For a fuller explanation of how the three ranges compare, see our guide Understanding the Plastica Range of Swimming Pool Pumps.
Plastica is our first recommendation for UK pool pump installations for three reasons. First, British manufacturing means spares, warranty claims, and replacements are handled locally, not shipped from overseas. Second, the three-tier range (iFlo, AG, Argonaut) means we can specify the right pump for any pool from a small domestic installation up to a heavy-duty commercial site, all from one manufacturer. Third, the build quality is genuinely good for the price; the iFlo undercuts most imports without sacrificing motor life, and the Argonaut competes at the premium end with imported specifier-grade pumps.
We hold Plastica stock in our Nottingham warehouse for next-day delivery across the UK. Every Plastica pump comes with manufacturer warranty and aftersales support from our in-house team, backed by the Plastica factory in East Sussex.
Not sure which Plastica pump suits your pool? Call our technical team on 0115 987 0358 and we will help you size and specify the right unit.