How an electrochlorinator works and its benefits

Electrochlorination (on-site chlorine generation) is a gentle process based on a continuous cycle: salt is converted into chlorine, which is then converted back into salt, and so on… Thanks to its semi-automated operation, the electrochlorinator ensures that the water maintains excellent sanitary quality at all times. As a result, it does not sting the eyes, is gentle on the skin and has no chlorine odour. Electrochlorination is a treatment process that also eliminates the need for storage and handling of hazardous products.

Electrolysis is based on an electrochemical reaction: the slightly salted pool water passes between two plates polarised by a low-voltage direct current. This treatment process produces sodium hypochlorite (NaClO) from the salt.  The sodium hypochlorite produced immediately dissociates in the water into hypochlorous acid, a powerful oxidant that destroys organic matter as well as pathogenic germs, algae, bacteria and nitrogenous pollutants.
After its disinfecting action and under the effect of UV rays, the chlorine reverts to the state of dissolved salt, which is once again available for chlorine production. Ideally, with no water loss, the process could therefore continue indefinitely. In reality, water losses, such as those during winterisation, filter backwashing and overflows, mean that fresh water must be added to the pool. These additions of fresh water must therefore be accompanied by an equivalent amount of salt to ensure the electrolysis system continues to function properly.

The salt electrolysis process therefore enables you to:
• disinfect the pool
• impart disinfectant properties to the water
• ensure the equipment remains in good working order
• guarantee an optimal swimming experience