Poolside by CGT Pool Liner Care and Maintenance Guide
How Salt Chlorine Generators Work in Swimming Pools
Salt chlorine generators – the sanitizing system used in ‘saltwater pools’ – are a popular tool used to maintain the sanitizer levels of swimming pools. A common misconception about these generators is that they are a chlorine-free solution to pool sanitization. Salt chlorine generators produce the same sanitizing chemical in the pool water that is present in traditionally chlorinated pools. Many homeowners wonder if saltwater pools use chlorine, but salt systems generate chlorine automatically.
In addition:
- The same water chemistry set points
- Same check frequency
- Adjust dosing
- Circulation
FAQ
Do saltwater pools use chlorine?
Yes. Saltwater pools still use chlorine.
A salt chlorine generator converts dissolved salt in the water into chlorine through electrolysis. The chlorine produced is the same sanitizing chemical used in traditionally chlorinated pools.
Because of this, saltwater pools require the same water chemistry levels and testing frequency as standard chlorine pools.