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socal147

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HTH test strip vs All Clear test method
« on: March 29, 2011, 11:19:59 am »
I have been keeping a close watch on free chlorine levels. Since my water capacity is only @ 250 gallons, it is easy to swing levels of Cl. Why do I read zero free Cl on the strips and 1-1.5 on the All Clear. The All Clear is very similiar to the Taylor test kit.
It seems my alkalinity drops over time. Is this normal?
I will assume the All Clear is more accurate and go by that.
Any input is appreciated.
Patrick

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HTH test strip vs All Clear test method
« on: March 29, 2011, 11:19:59 am »

chem geek

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Re: HTH test strip vs All Clear test method
« Reply #1 on: March 29, 2011, 02:02:30 pm »
Test strips are often bad, depending on the test and the manufacturer of the strip and its age, etc.  The Taylor drop-based tests are far better and for chlorine nothing beats the FAS-DPD test which does not bleach out (you just add more powder if you see a flash of pink), can measure up to 50 ppm, and can measure with an accurate of 0.2 ppm if you use a 25 ml sample size.  The complete kit is the Taylor K-2006, but you can get just the FAS-DPD kit, the Taylor K-1515-A or the equivalent kit from tftestkits.net that has more volume of reagents so is more economical.

socal147

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Re: HTH test strip vs All Clear test method
« Reply #2 on: March 29, 2011, 03:36:13 pm »
Thanks. I will get the Taylor K-2006. No more guessing.....I like. ;D

socal147

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Re: HTH test strip vs All Clear test method
« Reply #3 on: April 05, 2011, 10:36:42 pm »
Received and used the Taylor FAS-DPD K-2006 kit today. Wow. What a difference. The other test kits are going in the trash.  ;D

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Re: HTH test strip vs All Clear test method
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