Here are some of the features of the Balboa 54112-02 topside:
LCD display for easy viewing
7 buttons for controlling the spa functions
8-wire phone jack style plug
Does not come with an overlay
The Balboa 54112-02 topside is compatible with Balboa Serial Standard Systems. It is a replacement part for the 389182 topside.
The Balboa Water Group part number 54112-02 topside control panel (also known as the Balboa VL701S or E8 Serial Standard keypad) is a 7-button panel used by a variety of hot tub manufacturers that incorporate Balboa control systems.
Manufacturers that use or have used this specific Balboa topside panel in some of their models include:
Caldera Spas: This specific control panel is used in some Caldera models.
Marquis Spas: Known for incorporating Balboa control systems and associated topside panels like the 54112 series into their spas.
Master Spas: This manufacturer utilizes various Balboa parts and control systems in many of its hot tubs.
Coast Spas: A Canadian manufacturer that often includes Balboa components in its hot tubs.
Dynasty Spas: This panel is also referenced with a Dynasty Spas part number (11476), indicating its use in their spas.
Coleman Spas: Used in some Coleman models (e.g., associated with Coleman part number 101-235).
MAAX Spas: Uses the panel with part number 107069.
Platinum Spas / Superior Spas: These brands, particularly in the UK market, use Balboa equipment and parts in their spas.
The panel is compatible with Balboa Serial Standard systems, including control boxes like the GS501SZ, GS510SZ, GS511SZ, and GS520SZ control systems. Note that this part number is typically for the panel itself without an overlay (the label sticker for the buttons), which is sold separately and is necessary for proper function identification.
