Astralpool Impeller CTX 280 Pump CX280 40060S

Astralpool Impeller CTX 280 / CX280 40060S

This is the genuine Astralpool impeller, part number 40060S, for the CTX 280 and CX280 pool pumps. CTX impellers are sized to the model number and are not interchangeable across the range — the pump body and wet end look identical from CTX 180 through CTX 610, but each takes its own impeller.

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Supersession: 40060C Is No Longer Available

Earlier CTX 280 pumps were built with impeller 40060C. That part has been discontinued and 40060S is its replacement. If your old impeller or your parts list shows 40060C, this is the part you now order.

The CTX Impeller Rule (rev. CTX-1.0)

1. Read the model number on the pump badge — the three digits after CTX or CX are what matter. 180, 280, 360, 400, 500 and 610 each take a different impeller.
2. Check the impeller you removed for a moulded part number. If it reads 40060C, order this part as its replacement.
3. If the badge says Viron rather than CTX or CX, stop. Viron XT pumps take 40060X (P320) or 40060Z (P520).
4. If you cannot read the badge, send us a photo of the pump and the old impeller. We would rather identify it for you than have it come back.

Which CTX Impeller Do I Need?

Related CTX Parts

• 40071A — diffuser, CTX 180 / 280 / 360 / 400 (buy here)
• 40071B — diffuser, CTX 500 / 610 large (buy here)
• 40165 — diffuser retaining screws (x2)
• 75508 / PS3868 — mechanical seal, BX / TX / CX / E / CTX (buy here)
• 70022 — seal plate o-ring, new style Aug 2014 onwards
• 70004 — square seal plate o-ring, old style (buy here)
• 40098 / 40030 — seal plate, Aug 2014 onwards and the July 2018 revision
• 40097 / 40031 — wet end, pre- and post-July 2018
• 40065 — basket (buy here)
• 40089 — lid complete with o-ring (buy here)
• 70006 — lid o-ring (buy here)
• 78772 — seal plate to wet end bolts (x6)

Symptoms of a Failed or Worn Impeller

• Motor runs at normal speed and normal noise, but flow and filter pressure are both down
• Pump takes far longer to prime, or will not hold prime, with no air leak found on the suction side
• Grinding, rattling or a rhythmic knock from the wet end
• Pump humming but not turning — usually debris jammed in the impeller, often after the hair and lint basket has split
• Visible debris packed into the vane passages, or vane tips worn back and rounded
• Cracked or spun hub after the pump has run dry

When to Replace

Replace the impeller when the vanes are worn, chipped or cracked, when the hub has spun, or when the pump has run dry and the plastic has distorted. Blocked vanes can often be cleared rather than replaced — check that first. Because the mechanical seal is disturbed whenever the impeller comes off, we recommend fitting a new mechanical seal at the same time rather than reusing a seal whose faces have been separated.

Frequently Asked Questions

My old impeller is marked 40060C — is this the right replacement?
Yes. 40060C has been discontinued and 40060S is its replacement for the CTX 280.

Will this fit a CTX 360 or CTX 400?
No. Each CTX model takes its own impeller. The CTX 360 uses 40060F and the CTX 400 uses 40060G.

Does it fit a CX280?
Yes. Astralpool lists 40060S as covering both the CTX 280 and the CX280.

Can I fit a larger impeller to get more flow?
No. The impeller is sized to the motor. A larger impeller on a smaller motor draws excessive current and will shorten the motor's life.

Do I need a new mechanical seal when I replace the impeller?
We recommend it. The seal is split apart as soon as the impeller comes off, and reused seal faces are the most common cause of a leak after an impeller change. These pumps use the BX / TX / CX / E / CTX seal.

Is this a genuine Astralpool part?
Yes. We are an authorised Astralpool and Fluidra dealer and warranty agent.

Manufacturer Catalogues, Diagrams & Part Numbers

Need exploded views, spare part numbers, product numbers or diagrams? See the manufacturer catalogue: Astralpool Catalogue 2026

Before ordering: confirm this part is correct for your pump. Use the catalogue above, seek professional assistance, or contact us with photos of your existing part, model details, serial numbers and any labels. As with all products, this must be diagnosed and fitted by a qualified and experienced person. This is a special-order item.

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