CYA and Temp

[ngc4900]

I have searched he website about CYA and temp. I understand that low water temps can give false low CYA readings. What about the other way around? My pool is 87 degrees and I am testing CYA at that temp. Does testing at this temp affect the CYA?

Thanks
Joe

 

[jblizzle]

No. The low water temp just slows down the reaction when mixing the reagent, so if you do not let the water warm up, you may get false readings.

 

[Saturn94]

I keep reading low water temps may result in low CYA readings, but no mention of below what temp is considered low?

Anyone?

 

[jblizzle]

I see mention of room temperature. So, I would think below 70 might start to introduce issues. Note, if you let the water warm up there is no problem.

 

[Saturn94]

I see mention of room temperature. So, I would think below 70 might start to introduce issues. Note, if you let the water warm up there is no problem.

Thanks.