AGP SWCG?

[BowserWowser]

I'm a complete first-timer. Can anyone tell me if this is a good choice for my ~17k gallon AGP?

CircuPool SJ-35 Saltwater Chlorinator | Discount Salt Pool

www.discountsaltpool.com

 

[YippeeSkippy]

Yes, that looks good. Circupool gets good reviews, the size is right and the price isn't too scary.
Remember to also order a good salt pool test kit - I use the TFP 100 and Tayor 1766.
www.tftrestkits.net

Maddie

 

[BowserWowser]

Can anyone explain the differences between CircuPool's various SWCG lines?

From the chart at Compare and Review Saltwater Chlorine Generator Prices and Features | DSP, I could do the SJ-35, the RJ-30PLUS, the EDGE-40, or the CORE-35. Or, heck, even the Universal40. But I can't tell what the differences are (except that last one doesn't have a clear cell).

Being completely new to pool ownership, is there one that would be hands down the easiest for me? I'm not afraid to go with a more expensive model if it will make maintenance easier.

 

[Mdragger88]

Check out the lbs/day & the warranty
Also the core line is an all in one unit-

Compare and Review Saltwater Chlorine Generator Prices and Features | DSP

www.discountsaltpool.com

 

[ajw22]

Can anyone explain the differences between CircuPool's various SWCG lines?

Basic differences are how the controls are mounted and the levels of % generation you have available. The less expensive models have simpler displays and less diagnostic information.

Circupool SWG - Further Reading

www.troublefreepool.com

 

[BowserWowser]

Basic differences are how the controls are mounted and the levels of % generation you have available. The less expensive models have simpler displays and less diagnostic information.

Circupool SWG - Further Reading

www.troublefreepool.com

Thanks for that link - I have trouble finding some of the articles on TFP and hadn't seen that one!

I think, then, I'm leaning toward the RJ-45 PLUS model...but, of course, that has a much higher replacement cell cost. About how often does the cell need to be replaced in a system that is rated for more than double the pool size?

 

[Newdude]

The manufacturers post an expected lifespan that is usually between 8k-10k hours (although they have adjusted their #s before on the fly). That is assuming 100% runtime the way they calculate it. When we double recommend it would be 50% runtime. All of this is in theory of course and there are other variables at play for actual lifespan. Water chem, acid washes that remove scale (and the precious metal coating that makes it work), power surges, length of swim season, etc.

 

[-MacGyver-]

Our inground pool is around the same gallons as yours. When we start this season it will be the third year for the RJ+45. The unit has run from about Mothers Day until early Nov, at an average of about 25-30% during peak summer. Optimistic I can get about 5 more years out of the cell, and hoping to be closer to 7 more years. No build up and no acid washes for ours, and plan to keep it that way.

Based on my usage my thinking is we should be able to get at least 7 full years out of our cell before needing replacement. If all goes well maybe even 9.

I think I have seen a few others on TFP that have 5+ years for the RJ+ cells.

 

[BowserWowser]

Our inground pool is around the same gallons as yours. When we start this season it will be the third year for the RJ+45. The unit has run from about Mothers Day until early Nov, at an average of about 25-30% during peak summer. Optimistic I can get about 5 more years out of the cell, and hoping to be closer to 7 more years. No build up and no acid washes for ours, and plan to keep it that way.

Based on my usage my thinking is we should be able to get at least 7 full years out of our cell before needing replacement. If all goes well maybe even 9.

I think I have seen a few others on TFP that have 5+ years for the RJ+ cells.

Perfect, thanks! For some reason, I was thinking it was an annual replacement, but I'm clearly way off...and happy to be wrong this time!

 

[cowboycasey]

My SJ 45 has been in service for 6 years and still going