HydroQuip/Balboa Eco 401(Lite Duplex) Spaside Control
This topside control is made for use on Hydro-Quip Platinum Series 6501B and 6502B systems. It will also work on Balboa VS500Z and VS501Z systems. It has a 7ft cord with an 8 wire phone jack style plug and comes with an overlay. Buttons layout is: Jets, Jets, Temp, Light. LCD display.
The part number 34-0226C refers to a HydroQuip (Balboa) Eco 401 (Lite Duplex) 4-button topside control panel.
This rectangular panel is a standard replacement for spa-side controls that manage dual-pump configurations alongside temperature and lighting.
Topside Panel Specifications
The Eco 401 is built with an LCD display and weather-resistant materials for reliable outdoor use.
Manufacturer: HydroQuip / Balboa Water Group.
Model Series:
Eco 401 (Lite Duplex)
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Dimensions: Approximately 6-3/8 inches wide by 2-1/4 inches high.
Button Layout: 4-button configuration labeled for Pump 1, Pump 2, Light, and Temperature.
Display: LCD digital display for status and temperature.
Cord & Plug: Features a 7-foot cord with an 8-wire phone jack-style plug.
The part number 34-0226C refers to the Hydro-Quip ECO-401 4-button topside control panel, also known as the Lite Duplex Spaside Control. It is a standardized, "off-the-shelf" component used by various manufacturers who utilize compatible control systems from Hydro-Quip and Balboa.
Hot Tub Manufacturers Using This Panel
This panel is designed for use on compatible Hydro-Quip systems and is listed as compatible with Balboa control boards such as the VS300Z, VS501Z, VS511Z, VS513Z, and VS520Z series.
Specific brands known to have used compatible systems include:
American Whirlpool: This manufacturer has used systems compatible with this panel.
Artesian Spas: Known to integrate various Hydro-Quip or Balboa components into their spas.
Cal Spas: This manufacturer is listed as using systems compatible with this panel.
Emerald Spas / Great Lakes Spas: These brands have frequently used compatible control packages.
Gulf Coast Spas: This brand uses this specific control panel with their systems.
QCA Spas: Utilizes a variety of generic control components that can include this topside.
Strong Spas: Often incorporate these types of standardized panels in their models.
Viking Spas: Often uses Hydro-Quip systems and related control configurations.
Part Details
Manufacturer: Hydro-Quip (an Allied Innovations company) / Balboa Water Group.
Model: ECO-401 (also referred to as the Lite Duplex Spaside Control).
Button Configuration: 4 buttons: typically P1/Bl/Lt/Temp (Pump 1/Blower/Light/Temperature).
Display: LCD display.
Connectivity: 8-pin phone-style plug with a 7-foot cord.
Replaces: It replaces part numbers such as 34-0225C, 52312, and the Balboa 52144 (VL200 mini oval topside).
