About to pull the trigger on a Circupool, need some help

[dannieboiz]

With the size up sales going on for Circupool SWG, I think I'll go ahead and order one.

my pool is about 20k Gallons, was told the RJ + gives about 25% more life on the cell so if the point of oversizing the SWG will extend the life of the cells. The RJ45 on my pool will provide similar life of the RJ30 plus? Not sure which would be a better choice for me.

RJ 30 plus $819

RJ 45 $859

price difference isn't huge, I'm thinking the RJ45 would be better since I'll have the ability to generate higher chlorine when needed as well as getting the lesser run time which will even out the life expectancy of it to similarly match the RJ30 Plus?

Does anyone know the difference with the Universal series? The Universal 40 is only $698

 

[cowboycasey]

the universal is to switch from hayward or pentair unit..

I went with the SJ because I wanted basic, it either works or it does not and in my mind that is all I need... I also went with the 45 and I have about 13000 gallons.. the 45 will give you more chlorine per day if needed and if not needed it will last longer, so I vote for the 45

 

[WASP]

I have one and no regrets. I bought the rj30+ and have a 14000 gal pool. I run mine 50% 24 hours a day and it maintans 7.5 ppm.

 

[ping]

With CA electric rates get the 45 at least. The larger you go the less time you will need to run the pump.

 

[ahampleman]

I have the RJ45 and run at 50% for 8hrs a day. CL stays at 7-7.5

 

[kcindc]

I think the RJ-30 might be too small for your pool. It is best to get a cell that is 2 to 3 times the size of your pool. Having a smaller cell increase the pump run time and your electric bill. The smaller RJ-30 might not be able to generate enough chlorine during the height of the summer.

Here is a comparison of the units: Compare Salt Pool Chlorine Generators - Price - Capacity - Chlorine Output - Warranty

 

[dannieboiz]

thanks guys, ordered the RJ45 this morning. now on to worry about the chemistry before the unit arrives.

 

[pooldv]

Here is what you are aiming for, Pool School - Water Balance for SWGs

 

[dannieboiz]

I'm ok with everything else but the Calcium hardness might be an issue, last I checked, I think I'm 350-400.

 

[ping]

I'm working with CH of 600 right now and it isn't a problem. I just keep the pH a bit on the lower side 7.2-7.5 range and try to keep the TA below 70.

 

[Seanhan]

I have one and no regrets. I bought the rj30+ and have a 14000 gal pool. I run mine 50% 24 hours a day and it maintans 7.5 ppm.

What schedule do you run you pump and at what speed ??
Trying to dial mine in ..
Thanks...

 

[WASP]

I am running the pump 24/7 at the lowest speed that will activate the flow switch on the SWCG. The flow meter indicates between 10-15 GPM. I set the SWCG at 50%. Currently the FC is holding between 6-7.5 ppm. Salt is 3000 ppm. Water sparkles.