Frequently Asked Questions

• Why should I choose a Sea Salt chlorinator?

  New Pool Technology was established in South Africa in 1993 and is recognised as one of the leading manufacturers of saltwater chlorinators. With such longstanding experience in chlorinator technology and manufacture (including patented cell design) our Sea Salt chlorinators have earned an excellent reputation for super-reliability, trouble-free operation, enduring quality and superior performance design. Every Sea Salt chlorinator is built to the very highest specification and certified to international ISO 9001:2000 and CE exacting standards. As a result, New Pool Technology has become the foremost South African manufacturer of Sea Salt chlorinators with current export sales to countries around the world.

• How does salt get turned into chlorine?

  Salt is Sodium Chloride and the splitting of salt into its two components through electrolysis produces Chlorine. When the Chlorine oxidises, most of it turns back into salt and therefore is hardly used up in the production of Chlorine. Salt is used to soften water and so swimming in salty water that is similar to the human body's natural salinity of 0.9% is very comfortable. Water without salt in it dries the skin and hair as the natural salts are drawn out, conversely water with a high salt content, for example sea water at 3.5%, leaves a deposit of salt which, when dry, draws out the natural moisture.

• How much electricity does a saltwater chlorinator use?

  The energy required to run a saltwater chlorinator will vary according to the individual unit,
  usage and settings required, however an approximate consumption equivalent would be that of a 60W light bulb. The major benefit of course is that installing a Sea Salt chlorinator could save you up to 90% on your monthly pool water treatment costs, so a Sea Salt chlorinator really is a much more economical and cost saving solution!

• Do saltwater chlorinators require much maintenance?

  Sea Salt chlorinators are built to give you many, many years of trouble-free operation, but as with all chlorinators the cell component has a finite lifespan which will be affected by usage and water condition factors. For instance, low salt levels, constant running at a high setting and frequent cleaning will reduce the lifespan of the anode (positive plate). This is the only consumable ‘wear item’ on a chlorinator, however the modular design of the Sea Salt’s patented cell allows for the convenient replacement of the anode itself - saving you the added expense of having to replace the entire cell insert as is the case with many other chlorinator makes.

• How often does the cell need to be cleaned?

  This will largely depend on the mineral content of your pool water. This could be as infrequently as once a year, however in a typical marbelite pool the cell will likely require cleaning on average every 3 months or so. Sea Salt cells use scale-resistant precious metal coated titanium electrodes which resist the adhesion of mineral deposits. This means that Sea Salt chlorinator cells require less cleaning, less often.

• How do I clean the cell?

  Cleaning is performed by dipping the complete plate assembly in a dilute solution of Hydrochloric acid. This process unfortunately reduces the life of the Anode and therefore less often, is beneficial. If you’re unsure or require assistance with cleaning the cell unit simply contact Sea Salt and we’ll have our local specialist in your area advise or assist you.

• Why doesn’t the Sea Salt have a “mesh grid” like some other chlorinators I’ve seen?

  Sea Salt’s patented design cell incorporates smooth circular flat plates rather than traditional mesh grids. The reason for this is that the smooth plates are less susceptible to Calcium deposit build up (and clogging) than the traditional "mesh grids" expanded metal electrode. In addition, the Sea Salt cell’s round housing uses less space, is easier to install in confined spaces and the circular design doesn’t restrict the flow of water in any way.

• Will I have wires and parts dangling in the pool?

  No. The Sea Salt chlorinator consists of only 2 components - the power supply and patented design cell unit. Both components are installed at the pump filter. Sea Salt units are amongst the most compact sized units available – the perfect combination of high-performance, functionality, user-friendliness and ease of installation to existing or new filtration systems.

• Where can I buy a Sea Salt chlorinator?

  Simply use the ‘Contact Sea Salt’ link and our specialist installer in your area will be in contact to provide you with professional advice and a free, no-obligation quote.