Low cya should I switch to tablets?

[Renee1]

I have been very successful for a few years following this websites advice …thanks !!
We originally found this site because our cya was very high and I haven’t used tablets in years and only use liquid chlorine now.

My cya is now very low and I’m wondering if it’s smart to switch back to tabs for the summer ? Is there any other benefit to doing the liquid like it’s less expensive ? ( tablet prices are through the roof). If you guys recommend liquid instead I can just add stabilizer correct ?

Thanks so much

 

[C3Cl3N3O3]

Tablets are a slow and imprecise way to raise CYA, better to just test and measure and dispense.

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

I have been very successful for a few years following this websites advice …thanks !!
We originally found this site because our cya was very high and I haven’t used tablets in years and only use liquid chlorine now.

My cya is now very low and I’m wondering if it’s smart to switch back to tabs for the summer ? Is there any other benefit to doing the liquid like it’s less expensive ? ( tablet prices are through the roof). If you guys recommend liquid instead I can just add stabilizer correct ?

Thanks so much

No problem using trichlor tablets as long as you monitor CYA levels. Trichlor is acidic, so monitor pH and TA levels as well. They may save you some money if your pool requires frequent muriatic acid doses. They are imprecise in the amount of time they take to dissolve.

When using the "Effects of Adding..." calculations in Pool Math, each tablet contains 8 ounces of trichlor. Use a floater or dispenser. Don't leave them in the skimmer and don't allow them to sit on the vinyl surface.

 

[Texas Splash]

If you have leftover tabs from before, there's no harm really. But check prices if your are talking about buying new chemicals. Besides adding stabilizer that you need, remember pucks are acidic and can lower your pH, so keep an eye on that as well.