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| What is a chlorinator?
Why are chlorinators so popular?
What chlorinator brand should I choose? | A chlorinator is a device producing chlorine by using the process of electrolysis to break Sodium Chloride (or Salt) up into Sodium and Chlorine gas. The chlorine gas is produced as often as the pool pump circulates water.
A "salt pool" has the following advantages:
The following chlorinator brands have been evaluated by Swemgat in terms of availability of replacement parts; warranty and after-sales service; performance and price:
Swemgat recommend the use of the following 2 brands based on our evaluation results:
A basic description of the above recommended makes together with the pricelist follow below.
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 | The Clearwater C-Series is the entry level chlorinator offering cost effective salt water chlorinator. You will save time and money as you do away with the drudgery of manually adding chlorine to yourswimming pool to kill virus and bacteria and keep algae under control. The C-Series requires 2-weekly cleaning of the electrode.
Features of the C-series include:
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Its automatic self-cleaning feature will save time and money by eliminating accidental damage caused when cleaning the electrodes. Features of this unit include:
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| The Ei chlorinator model represents a revolution in salt chlorination and boost the latest cutting edge technology. The unit offers automatic reverse polarity to keep the unit's electrodes clean. The Clearwater Ei chlorinator ensures a healthy and sparkling pool, allowing the swimming pool owner to actually enjoy it!
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This unit is the top of the range Clearwater model, made popular by its built in timer. Other features include:
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Parts and new units are readily available in South Africa.
 | Installation is easy, just keep the following in mind:
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| Pump and filter system, indicating the position of the chlorinator |
Enjoy the pleasure of having a pool without the need to add chlorine manually. Experience the comfort in knowing your pool is
being sanitized even when you are not around and free from unhealthy levels of virus and bacteria.
Based on your swimming pool's volume, select the Clearwater or Intellichlor model that is right for you.
Price list:
| Item Code | Make | Model | Maximum Pool | Type | DIY Kit Price | Installed Price * |
| 1040 | Clearwater | C-100 | 40 000L | Manual | R 5 450.00 | R 6 400.00 |
| 1039 | Clearwater | C-140 | 75 000L | Manual | R 5 980.00 | R 7 000.00 |
| 1046 | Intellichlor | IC15  | 35 000L | Low maintenance | R 6 400.00 | R 7 400.00 |
| 1046 | Clearwater | Ei Mini | 50 000L | Low maintenance | R 6 950.00 | R 7 900.00 |
| 1046 | Intellichlor | IC20 | 75 000L | Low maintenance | R 7 400.00 | R 8 500.00 |
| 1047 | Clearwater | Ei Midi | 80 000L | Low maintenance | R 7 600.00 | R 8 700.00 |
| 1274 | Clearwater | TRi Mini | 50 000L | Low maintenance | R 8 400.00 | R 9 300.00 |
| 1274 | Clearwater | TRi Midi | 80 000L | Low maintenance | R 9 600.00 | R 10 700.00 |
| 1046 | Intellichlor | IC40 | 150 000L | Low maintenance | R 8 100.00 | R 10 100.00 |
| 1274 | Clearwater | TRi Maxi | 160 000L | Low maintenance | R 10 700.00 | R 12 800.00 |
| 1274 | Clearwater | TRi Mini with pH controller | 50 000L | Low maintenance | R 11 900.00 | R 13 100.00 |
| 1360 | Clearwater | TRi Maxi with pH controller | 160 000L | Low maintenance | R 14 200.00 | R 16 400.00 |
Swemgat's choice
Notes:
- Installation leadtimes are normally 5 to 7 days
- DIY kits in Gauteng are delivered FREE within 1 - 3 days and elsewhere in South Africa within 7 days at a cost of R200.00
- Installed prices are indicative and applicable to the Pretoria - Johannesburg area only, which include labour and
the initial salt required for new "salt water pools" at a rate of 50kg per 10 000 Litre of water. - Prices of parts are available on request via e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
- Prices may change without notice
