Saltwater vs. Chlorine Pools: How PoolMaster Adapts Its Chemical Calculations

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More homeowners are choosing Saltwater Pools for softer water and less skin irritation. But a common myth is that they don't use chlorine. Wrong! Salt pools use a Salt Cell to electrolyze Salt (NaCl) into Chlorine. So it is still chlorine sanitization, just generated on-site.

Maintenance Differences

1. Faster pH Rise: The electrolysis process naturally raises pH, so salt pools need Acid (Muriatic Acid) more frequently.
2. Watch Salt Level: You must monitor salinity (ppm). Too low, the cell stops working; too high, it corrodes equipment.
3. Different CYA Needs: Salt pools usually require higher Cyanuric Acid levels (70-80 ppm) to protect the generated chlorine.

PoolMaster's Smart Adaptation

When you select "Saltwater" in PoolMaster:

• The App adjusts target ranges (e.g., higher CYA).
• Adds "Salinity" as a core test metric.
• Calculates Salt Dosage: Tells you exactly how many bags of salt to add for optimal performance.

No matter the type, PoolMaster provides the specialized advice you need.