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    Peristaltic Pump Feeder for chlorine

    The tube working with chlorine are very specific. The tube got a leak first and then the pump. I am going to try another one. And will try to change the tube inside.
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    Peristaltic Pump Feeder for chlorine

    It was Chlorine which seems to be more damaging to the pump than muriatic acid based on what I've read.
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    Peristaltic Pump Feeder for chlorine

    I used a similar pump last year for chlorine but after 3 weeks it was gone. The chlorine seems to be too much for it.
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    Peristaltic Pump Feeder for chlorine

    Is there any cheaper but still reliable alternatives?
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    Peristaltic Pump Feeder for chlorine

    I am looking for a pump feeder for chlorine. My goal is to find one that will not break my budget too much while being safe and compatible with liquid chlorine. Last year I designed my feeder system and it was terrific but after few weeks my pump died on me. What would you suggest ? Thanks for...
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    Pool diverter to DIY solar heating system

    Thanks for your answer very detailed. I realized my answer was not posted. Really appreciate the time you spend to answer me with a great level of details.
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    Pool diverter to DIY solar heating system

    I am anticipating my next spring project. We have decided to not invest in a gaz pool heater, or heat pump. We are going to build this winter a solar pool heater system as many have done already. The design could use a pool diverter valve. However the flow rate in the diy solar system will be...
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    The "Chlorinator"

    You were right. After 10 days, a small leak appeared in the pump, and I stopped it. I need to invest in a pump designed for chlorine. Rola-Chem 543702 Peristaltic Pump Chlorine Feeder 32 GPD https://a.co/d/dBobFjY
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    The "Chlorinator"

    It's after the heater. And the chlorine is added directly to the Pool Frog Leap Infuzer Cycler that I used to use before I joined this forum. I assume that it's then safe with or without heater. But anyway, the heater is not working anymore. I don't use it. If i install a new heater I will add...
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    The "Chlorinator"

    I was looking at building a liquide chlorine dispenser. I have been inspired by one post on the forum where one of you has used a Shelly smart switch to control the dispenser. As I was already using a Shelly to control the pool system, I rolled up my sleeves and I have designed my own...
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    Identifying the Sta-Rite pool heater model

    I have measured the diameter of the pipe going in the pool heater and it's 1" and 1/2. I believe based on your document I have the 400. What do you think ?