{"product_id":"ice-eater-p500-1-2-hp-pond-dock-de-icer-115v-25-cord","title":"Ice Eater P500 1\/2 HP Pond \u0026 Dock De-Icer – 115V, 25' Cord","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIce Eater P500 1\/2 HP Pond \u0026amp; Dock De-Icer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Ice Eater P500 is a high-volume 1\/2 HP de-icer designed to protect docks, boats, piers and other waterfront structures from damaging winter ice. Moving approximately 1,075 gallons of water per minute, the P500 circulates warmer subsurface water toward the surface to help prevent ice formation where protection is needed.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nWith standard 115V operation, relatively shallow-water capability and an average open-water diameter of approximately 40 feet under normal winter conditions, the P500 is a versatile choice for residential docks, boat slips and other targeted de-icing applications.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f7f8; border:1px solid #d9dde1; border-left:4px solid #b22234; border-radius:5px; padding:16px 18px; margin:20px 0 24px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px; font-weight:700; margin-bottom:5px;\"\u003e\n    Need a Longer Cord or 230V?\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:15px; line-height:1.5; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e\n    This P500 is priced with a 25' power cord and 115V configuration.\n    Longer cord lengths and 230V configurations are available.\n    Tell us what you need and we'll provide a quick quote.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/quick-quote?product=Ice%20Eater%20P500%201%2F2%20HP%20De-Icer\" style=\"display:inline-block; background:#b22234; color:#ffffff;\n            text-decoration:none; font-weight:700; padding:9px 16px;\n            border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n    Get a Quick Quote →\n  \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIs the Ice Eater P500 Right for Your Application?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe P500 combines a 1\/2 HP motor with high-volume directional water movement. Rather than simply relying on horsepower, the Ice Eater's axial-flow propeller and shrouded design are engineered to move a large volume of water toward the area you're trying to protect.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConsider the P500 for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eResidential docks and piers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBoats left in the water during freezing weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBoat slips and dock pilings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTargeted ice protection around waterfront structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShallower-water installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFreshwater or saltwater applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f7f8; border:1px solid #d9dde1; border-radius:5px; padding:14px 18px; margin:20px 0 24px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eHigh-volume water movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  The P500 moves approximately 1,075 gallons of water per minute from a 1\/2 HP motor. Effective de-icing depends not only on horsepower, but on moving and directing enough warmer subsurface water toward the area that needs protection.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the Ice Eater P500 Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe P500 doesn't use a heating element to melt ice. Its axial-flow propeller draws relatively warmer water from below and directs that water toward the surface. Continuous circulation helps prevent ice formation and reduces pressure from expanding and shifting ice around docks, pilings and boats.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Ice Eater uses a heavy-duty PVC Venturi-style shroud around the propeller. In addition to protecting the propeller, the shroud directs the high-volume water flow toward the area requiring protection.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe P500's motor operates at approximately 1,650 RPM and is fluid cooled and rated for continuous-duty operation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Much Open Water Will the P500 Maintain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAirmax publishes an average open-water diameter of approximately 40 feet for the 1\/2 HP P500 under normal winter conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThat number should be considered a sizing guideline rather than a guarantee. Actual performance depends on air temperature, water depth, mounting depth and angle, currents, surrounding structures and other site conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe objective is usually not to create the largest possible opening in the ice. Proper positioning should direct moving water toward the dock, pilings, boat or other structure you're trying to protect.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eP500 Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto; margin:18px 0 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eP500\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorsepower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1\/2 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e115V\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRunning Amps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6 amps\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApprox. 1,075 GPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrust\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e24 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApprox. 1,650 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Water Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApprox. 24\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Open-Water Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApprox. 40 ft. under normal winter conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaseline Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px; border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e115V with 25' cord\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;\"\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo Ways to Mount the P500\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuspension Ropes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe P500 includes two 25-foot suspension ropes and can be suspended directly from a dock, pier or other secure structure. This is the simplest and most economical installation method.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdjustable Dock Mount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nUnlike the smaller P250, the P500 is compatible with the Power House Small Dock Mount. The dock mount allows you to adjust the depth, direction and angle of the Ice Eater rather than suspending it from ropes.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe mount provides full 360-degree positioning and allows the de-icer angle to be adjusted in 20-degree increments from horizontal to vertical. This can be especially useful when you need to direct water along a dock, through a boat slip or toward specific pilings.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIce Eater P500 1\/2 HP de-icer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e115V underwater-rated power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo 25-foot suspension ropes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSacrificial aluminum anode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Ice Eater arrives assembled and ready for installation. The adjustable dock mount, thermostat and other accessories are available separately.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFreshwater \u0026amp; Saltwater Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe P500 can be used in both freshwater and saltwater applications. A sacrificial aluminum anode is included for corrosion protection. In saltwater applications, the anode should be inspected regularly and replaced as it deteriorates.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAdditional corrosion-protection components are available for installations where electrolysis or severe saltwater exposure is a concern.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShould You Add a Thermostat?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe optional Power House thermostat automatically turns the Ice Eater on and off as air temperatures fall and rise. The current 115V thermostat is adjustable from 0°F to 80°F and connects inline between a properly protected electrical outlet and the de-icer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFor many seasonal installations, thermostatic operation can reduce unnecessary run time while keeping the Ice Eater ready when freezing conditions return.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe P500 is capable of operating in relatively shallow water, but proper placement is important. Position the unit so that its moving water reaches the dock, pilings, boat or other structure you're trying to protect.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAlways connect the de-icer to a properly installed GFCI-protected circuit and follow the manufacturer's electrical and installation instructions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nDe-icers intentionally create open water and areas of thin ice. Clearly mark or restrict access to the de-iced area where people, pets, snowmobiles or other traffic could encounter unsafe ice.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Help Choosing an Ice Eater?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nNot sure whether the P500 or a larger Ice Eater is the right choice? Tell us what you're trying to protect, the approximate dimensions, water depth, your location and how you plan to mount the de-icer. We'll help you determine the appropriate size and installation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCall American Aeration at 800-852-3206\u003c\/strong\u003e for help choosing the right pond, dock or lake de-icer.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AirMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49656241422491,"sku":null,"price":979.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0596\/2330\/9467\/files\/IceEaterWithRopes-VisualizeRender1000x1000.jpg?v=1790468609","url":"https:\/\/americanaeration.com\/products\/ice-eater-p500-1-2-hp-pond-dock-de-icer-115v-25-cord","provider":"American Aeration","version":"1.0","type":"link"}