The advantages of stabilized chlorine are obvious: it’s cheaper, lasts longer, and requires less frequent refilling than other forms of chlorine. It also cuts down on the harmful chemicals that stabilized chlorine contains and the costs associated with using it. In addition, it tends to be less volatile, so it’s less likely to produce dramatic swings. Ultimately, this means that you can get a cleaner pool faster. So, why should you choose stabilised chlorine?
Activ-Ox
Activ-Ox is a highly effective solution for removing Legionella pneumophila. This bacterium is responsible for causing Legionnaires’ disease. It can also effectively kill a wide range of bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and amoebas. Its high yield and dilution rate allows it to be a highly effective solution. Activ-Ox is safer, easier to use, and more effective than traditional stabilised chlorine dioxide solutions.
This patented system produces chlorine dioxide completely and instantly.
The Activ-Ox process eliminates the need for reaction vessels and mixing tanks, which are both bulky and delicate. Unlike conventional systems, Activ-Ox stabilized chlorine dioxide is added directly to treated water rather than diluted by other means. The Activ-Ox is safer and simpler to use than conventional systems because the chlorine dioxide solution does not require the production of hydrogen gas or a reaction vessel. The system uses a special “T” fitting which contains the chlorine dioxide solution.
Activ-Ox stabilizes the chlorine in swimming pools, providing the same benefits of UV and Ozone but without the risk of over-stretching the pool. It’s a versatile solution that can be used for a variety of uses. Activ-Ox is best suited for indoor swimming pools that require a quick dose when heavy usage is high. This product is also ideal for shock treatments, as it does not produce any unpleasant odors.
Trichlor
The main difference between trichlor and regular chlorine is the stabilised form of the latter. Typically, trichlor is sold in granular, stick, or tablet form. It is easy to use, soluble in water and does not generate insoluble solids or contribute to scaling. The stabilized form also has some added benefits. Here are some reasons to choose trichlor as your swimming pool’s disinfectant.
A tri-color stabilised chlorine product contains cyanuric acid, which replaces hydrogen in water. Because trichlor contains more than just chlorine, it also increases cyanuric acid and total dissolved solids (TDS). It has a pH of three, is relatively cheap, and has a long shelf life. It is one of the most affordable types of chlorine available, but it is also one of the most volatile. Tri-color stabilised chlorine should not be handled by children or pets, as it can trigger an explosive reaction when mixed with calcium hypochlorite.
Calcium hypochlorite
Calcium Hypochlorite is one of the most popular pool sanitizers. Its broad spectrum sanitizing action tackles bacteria, viruses, fungi, and microscopic plant life. This product comes in granular and briquette forms, and it is also an excellent algaecide and bactericide. It is suitable for residential and commercial swimming pools. Its weight means that it is subject to a delivery surcharge, but the benefits outweigh this minor drawback.
In addition to controlling algae and bacteria in swimming pools, Calcium Hypochlorite stabilizes chlorine in the water without leaving a residue. Its 70% availability means that it is suitable for everyday use, shock treatment, and super chlorination. It is the most common pool sanitizer on the market today. Calcium Hypochlorite can also be used as a shock treatment or granular solution.