PDC Spas · TruSwim

PDC Spas TSX19

18′ 11″ long
Propeller current
One temperature
1 seats

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Updated September 2026By the HotTubFinder research desk

Room to swim. The lane, and the current you swim against.

How tall are you?

Outside of the cabinet: 18′ 11″
Open water to swim in: 12′ 4″
You, arms overhead: 7′

The lane leaves you 5′ 4″ to kick.

Propeller current: TruSwim
A propeller moves a wide, even column of water with no air in it, the kind of current we rate best for swimming in place. PDC Spas puts the current at 29" wide. 20 speed settings.
How currents compare →
One zone, one temperature
Lap swimmers like 78 to 82°F and a hot tub runs 100 to 104, so you pick a compromise or change the setting and wait.
Is dual temperature worth it →

How much room a swimmer needs

What it costs. To buy, and to keep warm.

The swim spa: Price on requestGet the price range →
Keeping it warm: About $61 a month with the cover on, from its California listing. More in a cold climate and when you swim a lot.
On top: A concrete pad, a dedicated circuit, delivery and sometimes a crane. What those cost

Energy detail

Cost to leave it on

California listing

Watts it draws just holding temperature with the cover on, as filed with the state of California.

0 WLimit 759 W

This model: 457 W
California’s limit for its volume: 759 W · this model uses 60%
At that rate for a year: About 4,000 kWh
Filed as: Swim19** · listed 2023 · cover HCOWS-Swm19-blk

Source California Energy Commission appliance database ↗What decides running cost →

What owners say. About PDC Spas swim spas.

What they like

A 19-foot owner who swims nearly every day
The owner of a 19-foot PDC swim spa says they get in almost daily, recommends PDC swim spas and praises the staff they dealt with (Google review, mid-2026).

What they complain about

Step treads came loose, replacements took months
The owner of a 15-foot swim spa delivered in January 2026 says the rubber step treads were floating by April and still hadn't been replaced by September; the salesperson said they were waiting on a new manufacturer (the review doesn't say whether that means the dealer or PDC), and the fix means draining, re-gluing and refilling the spa (Google review, updated September 2026).

Everything owners report about PDC Spas

How it’s built. In plain words.

Warranty: 35-year structure warranty. 25 years longer than the 10-year median across the 161 swim spas that publish one. The swim system has its own 2 years, against 5 on the other equipment. First owner only.
Frame and shellPartly: A hand-rolled fiberglass shell PDC says stands without a frame; the frame material itself is not published. Why it matters
Getting at the equipmentPartly: No foam to dig through and 3 ft of clearance asked, but PDC's own schedule replaces TruSwim's hydraulic motors, lines and props at 3 years. Why it matters
Cover and lifterPartly: A locking folding foam cover with a 4-inch sloped core is included; a lifter is extra and owner-installed. Why it matters

These findings cover the PDC Spas swim spa line; each names the models it applies to.

The details

Every specification63 figures, each linked to where we read it

Outside size: 18′ 11″ × 7′ 8″; 56" tall
Open swim length: 12′ 4″; in a 18′ 11″ cabinet
Current: Propeller; TruSwim
Drive: Hydraulic unit; Current only
Water: 2,700 gal
Weight: 23,850 lb; Full
Electrical: 240V / 50A; One circuit
Seats: 1; 1 lounger

Size

Length: 227" (18′ 11″)
Width: 92" (7′ 8″)
Height: 56"
Open swim length: 148" (12′ 4″)
Water depth: Not published

Swim current

Current type: Propeller
Current system: TruSwim
Driven by: Hydraulic power unit
Drive units: 1
Drive runs only the current: Yes
Air mixed into the current: No
Speed settings: 20
Current width: 29"
Flow (maker's claim): 5,000 gpm

Zones and seating

Dual zone: No
Dual temperature: No
Seats: 1
Loungers: 1

Water and weight

Water capacity: 2,700 gal
Dry weight: 2,250 lb
Filled weight: 23,850 lb

Therapy jets

Jets: 18
Therapy pumps: 1
Therapy pump power: 4 HP

Heat and water care

Heater: 5.5 kW
Heat pump: Optional
Can cool the water: Yes
Filters: 2
Filter area: 150 sq ft
Sanitation: Ozone, UV
Controls: Balboa BP20 pack, TSX-SmartTouch topside
App or Wi-Fi: Optional

Electrical

Voltage: 240 V
Minimum breaker: 50 A
Circuits needed: 1
Total amperage: 50 A

Construction

Shell: Acrylic
Shell backing: Multiple layers of hand-rolled fiberglass and non-filled resins
Base: ABS pan
Insulation: Perimeter
In-ground install allowed: No
Built in: Williamsport, Pennsylvania, USA

Cover and extras

Cover included: Yes
Cover type: Folding foam
Fitness gear included: Grip bar, aqua anchors

Doesn’t have: circulation pump, cover lifter.

Speed control · Speeds 1-20 on the TSX-SmartTouch touchscreen; manual, timed and programmed workouts…

Speeds 1-20 on the TSX-SmartTouch touchscreen; manual, timed and programmed workouts (random or up to 10 saved user workouts)

Electrical notes · One dedicated 50 A 240 V circuit with a Class A GFCI breaker (not supplied); hard-wired…

One dedicated 50 A 240 V circuit with a Class A GFCI breaker (not supplied); hard-wired, 6-gauge copper wire required, no other appliances on the circuit; disconnect 5-15 ft from the spa in line of sight; PDC advises against Eaton-Cutler Hammer GFCIs. The optional TempLock heat pump is powered from the spa pack (5.71 A max). PDC does not say whether the heater is locked out while pumps run on the 50 A service.

Cover · Locking Safety Thermal Cover (PDC Deluxe): full-length hinge seal, 4" sloped foam core…

Locking Safety Thermal Cover (PDC Deluxe): full-length hinge seal, 4" sloped foam core, up to 12 locking straps, Rich Black marine-grade vinyl or weather-shield; PDC estimates R-13; 3-year cover warranty

Where PDC Spas’s own figures disagree (4) · width, height, jets…

PDC Spas’s own documents give two answers. Check yours against the quote before you sign.

Width

92" (7′ 8″)

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91.25"

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Height

56"

55.38"

Jets

Sanitation

Ozone, UV

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Ozone

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Where these figures come from (8 PDC Spas documents)

PDC Spas on the ten things we checkCurrent, room, frame, site, running cost, service, warranty and more

Ten things that decide whether a swim spa works for you and lasts, answered for PDC Spas’s swim spas. Tap any for the detail.

Swim currentTruSwim pushes a 29-inch-wide current with two propellers; Summit and Synergy use 3…Partly

TruSwim's two hydraulic propellers sit side by side behind a honeycomb grate; PDC says that makes a 29-inch lane, and the touchscreen offers speeds 1 to 20 with timed and programmed workouts. Summit runs three Elite Pro jets on three dedicated 6 HP pumps and Synergy two on two; PDC doesn't say whether air is mixed into them. Splash is sold as a hot tub and fitness hybrid with a single jet, fine for walking or jogging in place but not for laps.

Applies to: All 18 current models.

What this means, and how to check it →pdcspas.com ↗patents.google.com ↗

Room to swimPDC publishes the open fitness length for every model (100 to 160 inches) but never…Partly

PDC prints a 'fitness area' on every product page: 112-114 in on the 15-footers (130 in on the side-step 'S' versions), 124-136 in at 17 ft, 148-160 in at 19 ft and 100-118 in on the dual-zone models; the manual gives 73 and 109 in for Splash. The '56" deep' on PDC's dimension line is the cabinet height, and PDC's start-up guide only says to fill 6 1/2 in below the lip. Ask the dealer to measure the water depth in the lane.

Applies to: All 18 current models.

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Frame and shellA hand-rolled fiberglass shell PDC says stands without a frame; the frame material…Partly

PDC backs its Lucite cast acrylic with several layers of hand-rolled fiberglass and unfilled resin and says the shell can stand with no framed support, which our checklist rates as a best practice. The spa sits on a black plastic base (ABS, per PDC's TemperBase description, over foam and a wood layer), but PDC never says what the frame under the cabinet is made of. The 35-year structure warranty covers leaks through the fiberglass only, PDC pays for repairs for 20 of those years, and transport, removal and reinstallation are yours.

Applies to: All 18 current models (one construction across the swim, fitness and Splash lines).

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Site prepA level 4-inch reinforced concrete pad rated for 26,000 lb, 3 ft of clearance all…Yes

PDC's manuals and installation guide ask for a level concrete pad designed for 26,000 lb (200 lb per sq ft), at least 4 inches thick with mesh or rebar tied to a bond wire, and shims at painted marks on the base before filling. Every swim spa hard-wires to a 50 A 240 V circuit with a Class A GFCI; dual-zone models need two, and PDC suggests 3 ft of access on every side. PDC doesn't recommend sinking the spa, says it isn't designed for in-floor installs, and excludes damage from an inadequate base.

Applies to: All 18 current models.

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Running costNot full foam; California lists PDC's swim spas at 360-457 W standby, about 40%…Partly

PDC insulates its swim spas with an insulated TemperBase floor and warm pump air trapped in the cabinet cavity rather than foam, which keeps plumbing reachable. Its California energy listings, filed by model family (Swim15, Swim17, Swim19, Baja 12 and Baja 15), sit roughly 40-45% below the maximum allowed, but they were tested at 1,840-2,655 gallons, below the published volume of most 15- and 17-foot models, and the dual-zone listing covers only the hot tub side. PDC puts running cost at about $1.50 a day with no test conditions; the TempLock heat pump is an option.

Applies to: All 18 current models; CEC figures are family listings for the swim spas and exact listings for Splash.

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Dual zoneFive dual-zone models add a separate 425-gallon, 5-seat hot tub with its own…Yes

The TSX219, SX219, SX219s, FX219 and FX219s split a 19-foot cabinet into a swim zone and a 5-seat hot tub, each with its own 5.5 kW heater, control pack, topside and GFCI circuit, so the two sides hold different temperatures. That takes two 50 A circuits and shrinks the lane to 100-118 inches. On Summit and Synergy duals the hot tub side gets ozone only, with UV-C optional; PDC doesn't say how much heat crosses the divider.

Applies to: TSX219, SX219, SX219s, FX219, FX219s.

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Service accessNo foam to dig through and 3 ft of clearance asked, but PDC's own schedule replaces…Partly

Equipment sits behind removable cabinet panels at both ends, the cavity isn't foam-filled, and PDC asks for 3 feet of access on every side; the warranty won't pay to get at the equipment. TruSwim adds a hydraulic drive: PDC's 2026 manual recommends a yearly oil check with PDC's own biodegradable oil, a drain-down inspection at 2 years, and replacement of the hydraulic motors, stainless lines and props at 3 years, one year after the 2-year propulsion warranty ends. PDC publishes no cost for that work.

Applies to: All models; the hydraulic maintenance applies to TSX15, TSX17, TSX19 and TSX219.

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Warranty terms35 years on the shell structure, but PDC pays repairs for 20, labor for 3, and…Partly

The 2026 swim and Splash card lists 35 years on structure (leaks through the fiberglass), 15 on the acrylic surface, 5 on pumps, heater, controls and plumbing, 3 on the cabinet and 1 on lights, ozone, Wi-Fi and audio. PDC pays labor for 3 years (2 on the TruSwim hydraulic system, which also has only a 2-year parts term), repairs at its factory with transport, removal and reinstallation on you, and has no authorized service representatives. It covers the first owner at the first address only, needs written notice within 10 days, and pays shell repairs only for the first 20 years.

Applies to: All 18 current models (one card for swim, fitness and Splash spas).

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Cover and lifterA locking folding foam cover with a 4-inch sloped core is included; a lifter is…Partly

Every model ships with PDC's locking safety thermal cover, which PDC describes as a Deluxe folding foam cover with a full-length hinge seal, 4-inch sloped core, up to 12 locking straps and an estimated R-13. Lifters are options (the Cover Shelf end arms or the CoverMate III hydraulic assist) that the owner installs. The cover is warranted by its maker for 3 years, not by PDC.

Applies to: All 18 current models.

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Service and originBuilt in Williamsport, Pennsylvania; PDC has no authorized service network, so…Partly

PDC builds all its swim spas at its Williamsport plant and sells through independent retailers in the US and Canada. Its 2026 warranty says it has no authorized service representatives: covered repairs happen at the factory with the owner paying transport, or at a shop the owner picks that PDC pays at its own rates for 3 years. One 2026 owner review describes waiting months for replacement swim spa step treads; the selling salesperson said they were waiting on a new manufacturer.

Applies to: All 18 current models.

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What PDC Spas says about itEach claim, what the documents show, and any catch

What PDC Spas leads with, where it covers the TSX19, and what the documents show.

Only PDC SpasPatented side-by-side dual propellersTruSwim is PDC's propeller line: two hydraulic propellers side by side behind a honeycomb grate, which PDC calls the only such…A hydraulic drive with a 3-year overhaul and a 2-year warranty

What they sayTruSwim is PDC's propeller line: two hydraulic propellers side by side behind a honeycomb grate, which PDC calls the only such system, patented, pushing nearly 5,000 gallons a minute down a 29-inch-wide lane with 20 speeds and programmable workouts.

What the documents showThe patent, the dual props and the 29-inch lane are documented. 'Widest, smoothest' and the flow figure are PDC's own claims with no test method; its 2018 flyer calls the 4,000-5,000 gpm an estimate.

Who else does itPDC holds US 10,596,439 B2 (granted 2020, assigned to Plastic Development Company; Google Patents lists an anticipated expiration of January 2036) on side-by-side propellers driving a current at least twice as wide as it is deep. PDC's 2018 flyer contrasts it with single-propeller rivals, and Endless Pools' propeller swim spas use one Hydrodrive propeller.

Applies to: TSX15, TSX17, TSX19, TSX219

The catch

A hydraulic drive with a 3-year overhaul and a 2-year warranty. PDC's 2026 TruSwim manual recommends a yearly oil check with PDC-only oil, a drain-down inspection at 2 years, and replacement of the hydraulic motors, stainless hydraulic lines and props at 3 years. The 2026 warranty covers that propulsion system for only 2 years, parts and labor. PDC publishes no cost for the work.

Common, done wellOpen swim length publishedEvery PDC swim spa page states its open, barrier-free 'fitness area', from 100 inches on the dual-zone models to 160 inches on the…

What they sayEvery PDC swim spa page states its open, barrier-free 'fitness area', from 100 inches on the dual-zone models to 160 inches on the 19-foot Summit and Synergy, and the side-step 'S' versions add 18 inches by trading a seat.

What the documents showThe same figures appear on the product pages and as 'Fitness Length' in the rev. 2026/05 manuals, so a buyer can compare lanes before visiting a store.

Who else does itMost swim spas in our research list only the outside cabinet size. PDC is one of the makers that also prints the usable swim length, with Jacuzzi, Hydropool and Cal Spas.

Few others35-year structure warrantyEvery PDC swim spa and Splash carries what PDC calls an industry-leading warranty: 35 years on structure, 15 on the finish, 5 on…PDC pays shell repairs for 20 years, labor for 3, at its factory

What they sayEvery PDC swim spa and Splash carries what PDC calls an industry-leading warranty: 35 years on structure, 15 on the finish, 5 on components and 3 on labor.

What the documents showThe 35 years is on the 2026 card, but it covers only leaks through the fiberglass, the first owner at the first address, and the fine print limits what PDC pays.

Who else does itLonger than the 10 years Master Spas gives its H2X Trainer and Challenger structure; a few rivals, such as Artesian on its TidalFit, offer lifetime structure terms.

The catch

PDC pays shell repairs for 20 years, labor for 3, at its factory. The 2026 card commits PDC to paying structure repairs 'During the twenty (20) year period' and is silent on years 21-35 (the 2023 card paid 75%, then 50%). Labor stops after 3 years, repairs happen at the Williamsport factory with transport, removal and reinstallation on the owner, PDC has no authorized service representatives, and claims need written notice within 10 days.

Common, done wellBuilt in Pennsylvania since 1957PDC builds every swim spa start to finish at its Williamsport, Pennsylvania plant, in business since 1957, and invites buyers to…

What they sayPDC builds every swim spa start to finish at its Williamsport, Pennsylvania plant, in business since 1957, and invites buyers to wet-test at its showroom there.

What the documents showPDC's About page and warranty addresses place manufacturing in Williamsport, and local press describes products made start to finish on site.

Who else does itOther swim spa makers also build in North America (SwimEx in Fall River, Massachusetts; Coast Spas in Langley, British Columbia); PDC's long run at one Pennsylvania site is the distinction, not the country.

2 more PDC Spas selling points

Common'Voted Swim Spa of the Year'PDC markets itself as the #1 swim spa brand for 2025 and 'Swim Spa of the Year', citing Top Ten Reviews.A desk-research ranking built on model count

What they sayPDC markets itself as the #1 swim spa brand for 2025 and 'Swim Spa of the Year', citing Top Ten Reviews.

What the documents showTop Ten Reviews does rank PDC first, but its swim spa guide says it researched brands and counted the models on each maker's website; it doesn't describe swimming in them.

Who else does itReview-site rankings are widely quoted by spa brands; this one is from a consumer buying guide, not an industry body.

The catch

A desk-research ranking built on model count. The guide's method section describes researching options and counting models for sale on each website, and its PDC entry still describes 19 models including the discontinued Vitality series; PDC's current count is 16 swim spas plus two Splash models.

CommonNo foam fill, reachable plumbingPDC skips foam fill: warm pump air is trapped in the cabinet over an insulated TemperBase floor, which PDC says keeps the plumbing…

What they sayPDC skips foam fill: warm pump air is trapped in the cabinet over an insulated TemperBase floor, which PDC says keeps the plumbing reachable, the spa lighter than foam-filled rivals, and the running cost around $1.50 a day.

What the documents showCalifornia's listings put PDC's swim spas roughly 40-45% under the state standby limit, but the $1.50 figure has no test conditions.

Who else does itInsulation without full foam is not unusual: Hydropool describes foam at the shell with blankets elsewhere and says perimeter insulation is easier to service, while Master Spas foam-fills its Michael Phelps swim spas.

Warranty35 yr structure · 5 yr equipment · 3 yr labor

Years of cover as PDC Spas publishes them. Who pays labor, travel and removal matters as much as the years, so read the card before you sign.

Structure: 35 years
Shell surface: 15 years
Equipment: 5 years
Plumbing: 5 years
Swim system: 2 years
Cabinet: 3 years
Labor: 3 years
Transferable: No

What the card saysFirst owner at the first address only.

First owner at the first address only. Approved repairs or replacements are made at PDC's factory and the owner pays transport both ways; PDC has no authorized service representatives, so the owner picks a repair shop, which PDC pays at its own labor rates for 3 years (2 on the TruSwim hydraulic system). Access, removal, draining, refilling and reinstalling are the owner's cost. Written notice within 10 days of finding the problem. After year 5, a replacement shell comes without paid plumbing. Fuses, headrests, filters, o-rings and removable jet parts are covered only at delivery. Excludes commercial use, spas outside the 48 contiguous states, freeze damage and damage from not using a cover; parts under another maker's warranty (such as the cover) are excluded. Lawsuits only in Lycoming County, PA (or the federal Middle District of PA) within one year; liability capped at the purchase price.

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