Pool Water Chemistry

What Is Saltwater Chlorination?

Saltwater chlorination uses an electrolytic cell to generate chlorine from dissolved salt in pool water.

Salt water flows through a cell with electrode plates supplied by electric power, and chlorine is generated. Simplified process, not an electrical wiring diagram.

Understanding the Concept

A circulating pump moves water through the cell while the generator operates under its specified conditions. The generated chlorine disinfects the water.

Common Misunderstanding

A saltwater pool is still a chlorine pool. The generator does not replace testing, filtration or water-balance care.

Related terms

Cyanuric Acid
Free Chlorine

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