Vertex TriPod Floating Pond Fountain
Throw Three Tall Vertical Jets with the Vertex TriPod Floating Fountain
The Vertex TriPod Floating Fountain is a commercial-grade display fountain built around three tall vertical jets arranged in a tight tripod pattern. The center jet hits the highest mark (up to 40 ft on the 30 HP unit) while the two flanking jets stack down beneath it at staggered heights. The result is a narrow, dramatically vertical display - elegant in a constrained spot where a wider fan or spread pattern would compete with surrounding landscaping or structures.
Four motor sizes cover medium and large commercial water bodies: 10 HP, 15 HP, 20 HP, and 30 HP. Center jet heights range from 20 ft on the 10 HP up to 40 ft on the 30 HP, but the spray diameter stays compact at 10-12 ft - the TriPod is a vertical statement, not a wide spread. Each fountain runs on a sealed stainless steel submersible turbine pump, ships with a UL-listed control panel, and is built on the same rotocast polypropylene float used across the Vertex commercial line.
Pick 10, 15, 20, or 30 HP. 10 and 15 HP are available in single-phase 230V or three-phase 230V; 20 and 30 HP are three-phase only. 208V and 460V three-phase configurations are available on request. Optional LED light kits sized to motor (6 fixtures on 10 HP, 7 on 15 HP, 9 on 20/30 HP per the 2026 Vertex catalog) and submersible power cord lengths sold at order time. Free shipping on every TriPod.
The Vertex TriPod is a commercial floating fountain with three tall vertical jets in a tight tripod pattern. Four motor sizes from 10 HP to 30 HP. Center heights 20-40 ft, narrow 10-12 ft diameter.
Stainless steel submersible turbine pump. UL-listed control panel. Rotocast polypropylene float. STW-A rated submersible cable. 4-year pump and motor warranty.
10 and 15 HP in single-phase or three-phase 230V. 20 and 30 HP are 3-phase only. Optional 6, 7, or 9 LED kits and cord lengths sold at order time.
Free shipping on every Vertex TriPod. Optional LED lighting kits and cord lengths available on request. Call (470) 354-1969.

Why Choose the TriPod by Vertex
TriPod Unit Comparison
| 10 HP Unit | 15 HP Unit | 20 HP Unit | 30 HP Unit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spray Height 1 (A) | 20 ft | 25 ft | 30 ft | 40 ft |
| Spray Height 2 (B) | 15 ft | 20 ft | 25 ft | 30 ft |
| Spray Height 3 (C) | 10 ft | 15 ft | 20 ft | 25 ft |
| Spray Diameter (D) | 10 ft | 12 ft | 12 ft | 12 ft |
| Minimum Operating Depth | 6 ft | 7 ft | 7 ft | 8 ft |
| LED Lights Included | 6 | 7 | 9 | 9 |
| Total LED Wattage | 258 W | 301 W | 387 W | 387 W |
| LED Amp Draw | 3 A | 3.5 A | 4.5 A | 4.5 A |
| Available Phase | 1 Phase or 3 Phase | 1 Phase or 3 Phase | 3 Phase only | 3 Phase only |
| 1 Phase Voltage | 230V | 230V | Not available | Not available |
| 3 Phase Voltage | 208V or 230V | |||
| Display Head / Nozzle Warranty | 4 yr | |||
| Pump and Motor Warranty | 4 yr | |||
| LED Lighting Warranty | 2 yr | |||
| Control Panel Warranty | 1 yr | |||
Requirements & What to Know Before You Buy
- Pond Depth: 6 ft minimum on the 10 HP, 7 ft on the 15 and 20 HP, and 8 ft on the 30 HP.
- Pond Size: the TriPod is sized for medium and large commercial water bodies. Smaller residential ponds should look at the TwoTier or TriTier instead.
- Voltage and Phase Selection: 10 and 15 HP are available in 230V single-phase or three-phase. 20 and 30 HP are three-phase only. 208V and 460V three-phase configurations are available on request.
- Dedicated Circuit: the included control panel needs a properly sized dedicated circuit. Confirm with a licensed electrician before install.
- Mooring: commercial fountains need anchoring. You supply anchors or weights sized to the float and water body.
- Cable Run: standard cord lengths are available; longer runs are an order-time option.
- Winterization: Vertex fountains must be removed from water before freezing conditions.
- Lighting: the suggested LED kit is 6 lights for the 10 HP, 7 for the 15 HP, and 9 for the 20/30 HP. Add at order time so the harness ships with the float.
- Sizing Help: Call (470) 354-1969 with your pond surface area and depth and we will recommend the right motor size.
What's Included & Optional Add-Ons
- Stainless Steel Turbine Pump - sealed submersible motor, water-cooled, self-lubricated
- Rotocast Polypropylene Float - UV-inhibited, heavy-duty, low profile
- TriPod Discharge Head - three tall vertical jets in a tripod pattern
- Stainless Steel Intake Screen - protects the impeller from debris
- UL-Listed Control Panel - weatherproof steel NEMA enclosure
- STW-A Rated Submersible Cable - sized to motor; ordered separately
- Optional LED Lighting Kit - 6 fixtures (10 HP), 7 fixtures (15 HP), or 9 fixtures (20/30 HP). 43 W each. Sold at order time.
- Optional Custom Phase / Voltage - 208V or 460V three-phase on request
- Optional Colored / Color-Changing LEDs - on request
- Warranty - 4 yr display head / pump / motor; 2 yr LED lights; 1 yr control panel
Vertex TriPod Floating Fountain Specifications
| Manufacturer | Vertex Aquatic Solutions |
| Model | TriPod Floating Pond Fountain |
| Type | Three vertical jets in a tripod pattern - commercial display fountain |
| Motor Options | 10 HP, 15 HP, 20 HP, 30 HP |
| Phase Options | 230V single-phase or three-phase on 10 and 15 HP; three-phase only on 20 and 30 HP. 208V or 460V three-phase on request. |
| Frequency | 60 Hz standard |
| Total Configurations | 12 across HP, phase, and lighting |
| Spray Pattern | Three tall vertical jets in a narrow tripod arrangement |
| Center Jet Height | 20 ft (10 HP) up to 40 ft (30 HP) |
| Spray Diameter | 10 ft (10 HP) up to 12 ft (15/20/30 HP) |
| Minimum Pond Depth | 6 ft (10 HP) up to 8 ft (30 HP) |
| Motor Construction | Stainless steel submersible turbine |
| Float Construction | Rotocast polypropylene with UV inhibitors, low profile |
| Power Cable | STW-A rated for direct underwater use; sized to motor; ordered separately |
| Control Panel | UL-listed in weatherproof steel NEMA enclosure |
| Optional LED Lighting | 6, 7, or 9 fixture kit depending on motor size; 43 W per fixture. Colored / color-changing on request. |
| Applications | Commercial lakes, HOA waterways, corporate campuses, golf courses, parks where a tall narrow display is preferred over a wide one |
| Warranty (Display Head / Pump / Motor) | 4 years |
| Warranty (LED Lighting) | 2 years (excluding bulbs) |
| Warranty (Control Panel) | 1 year |
| Winterization | Must be removed from water before freezing conditions |
| Country of Origin | Vertex Aquatic Solutions, USA |