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He said this is a bad idea because bromine is very corrosive and will make our jets wear out quicker. I was under the assumption that as long as my PH is correct then bromine or dichlor will work the same. Any opinions?
Quote He said this is a bad idea because bromine is very corrosive and will make our jets wear out quicker. I was under the assumption that as long as my PH is correct then bromine or dichlor will work the same. Any opinions?Sorry to disagree, Giraffe and Markee... but IMO the dealer has a point. He was probably referring to the fact that the pH of most bromine formulations is around 4.0. (Dichlor is just slightly below neutral -- 6.7) If you don't monitor your pH, it could drift down to an acidic level and indeed be corrosive. However, as long as you check and adjust the pH on a weekly basis, you'll be fine. Also, since bromine effectiveness is not as sensitive to pH as chlorine, you can run your pH a little higher to give you more cushion (as long as the water is balanced so calcium doesn't precipitate out).I agree with ^^^, what I have seen through the years is folks that use a bromine floater will go through more heaters, pump seals... Most people will not keep on eye on the pH and the bromine will bring it down. Then the water looks nice and clear so they think it is good, but clear water does not always equate to good water.
He doesn't know what he's talking about. He might of been thinking of Baqua or some sort of biguianides (sp).
So the general consensus is if I keep my PH in line I will be fine.
QuoteHe doesn't know what he's talking about. He might of been thinking of Baqua or some sort of biguianides (sp).Hold on! Baqua is not corrosive to quality plastics.
QuoteHe doesn't know what he's talking about. He might of been thinking of Baqua or some sort of biguianides (sp).Hold on! Baqua is not corrosive to quality plastics.Low pH will typically effect heater elements before they attack jets.