Zodiac - Capacitor 60 μF for PFPREM compressor - B0181800A

Zodiac – Capacitor 60 μF for PFPREM compressor – B0181800A

The Zodiac B0181800A is a genuine replacement aluminium electrolytic capacitor rated at 60 μF, designed specifically for use with the compressor motor of Zodiac’s PFPREM pool heat pump range. Capacitors of this type serve a critical role in single-phase motor starting and running circuits: they store and release electrical charge to generate the phase shift needed for the compressor motor to start reliably and maintain efficient operation during each heating cycle. When a capacitor degrades or fails, the compressor may struggle to start, run inefficiently, overheat, or stop entirely — making this a key service component for restoring full heat pump performance.

Technical characteristics and construction

This capacitor is constructed in an aluminium cylindrical housing, which provides excellent thermal dissipation and mechanical durability in the demanding environment inside a heat pump enclosure. The capacitance value of 60 μF is precisely matched to the electrical requirements of the PFPREM compressor motor. Using a capacitor with an incorrect capacitance rating can result in reduced motor torque, excessive current draw, overheating, or motor damage — so it is essential to use the manufacturer-specified component. As a genuine Zodiac spare part, the B0181800A is manufactured to the exact OEM specification, ensuring correct fitment and reliable electrical performance. It appears in multiple official Zodiac and Fluidra catalogues (2018, 2020, and 2023) under the Pool Heating spare parts section, confirming its ongoing availability and cross-catalogue compatibility with PFPREM series heat pumps.

Suitability and application

This capacitor is intended for pool owners, pool technicians, and service engineers maintaining or repairing Zodiac PFPREM series pool heat pumps. It is particularly relevant when a heat pump fails to start, trips on overload, or produces unusual humming noises from the compressor — all common symptoms of capacitor failure. Because it is a direct OEM replacement part, installation requires no modification. Access to the heat pump’s internal electrical compartment is necessary, and installation should be carried out by a qualified electrician or pool heating technician in accordance with local electrical safety regulations. This part is not suitable as a standalone product and is only functional when fitted to a compatible Zodiac PFPREM heat pump unit.