Hydronic circulator · Grundfos

Grundfos UP15-42F SuperBrute Circulator

A compact Grundfos circulator

Updated October 2026

Quick verdict

A dependable small circulator.

Strength
Low power and quiet.
Trade-off
Flanges not included.
Right buyer
Small heating loops.
Max flow (maker)
15.5 GPM
Housing
cast iron
Voltage
115 V
Power source
electric-powered
Dimensions (seller)
5.25 x 4.19 x 6.5 inches
Product weight
6.92 lb
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Why it matters

The SuperBrute UP15-42F moves 0 to 15.5 GPM over 1 to 15 ft of head with a maximum input of 85 W. The cast iron body has two 3/4 in bolt holes; flanges are sold separately.

It's maintenance free and quiet, for small hydronic loops.

Who it's for, and who should skip it

Good fit if

  • Small boiler loops
  • Zone circulators

Look elsewhere if

  • Potable water
  • Large systems

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Low power
  • Quiet
  • Grundfos quality

Cons

  • Flanges extra
  • Single speed
  • Closed loops only

Limitations to weigh

  • Circulators are sized to the heating loop; match the replacement to the old pump's flange size and speed setting.

Specifications

Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.

Product weight6.92 lbRetailer
Dimensions (seller)5.25 x 4.19 x 6.5 inchesRetailer
Model number59896155Retailer
MaterialCast IronRetailer
Voltage115 VRetailer
Wattage25 wattsRetailer
Max flow (maker)15.5 GPMRetailer
Housingcast ironRetailer

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Final verdict

A solid small circulator.

Where to buy

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Questions buyers ask

What's the flow range?
0 to 15.5 GPM.
Are flanges included?
No.