The Crystal Clear 5000 is designed so that it sends small amounts of DC voltage unto its electrode, which is made up of two copper alloys. Copper, is an element that assists in killing the bacteria and the algae in your pool: so as water passes through the pool's pump and over the electrode, small amounts of copper particles are taken with it, attacking bacteria and algae as it flows throughout the equipment and eventually to the pool itself. Because the EPC ionizer does almost all of this work for you, you can keep your pool looking and feeling fantastic at a low .2 ppm chlorine level, which is up to 90% less chlorine than normally used. It has been proven that maintaining .2 ppm chlorine and .2 ppm copper is more effective sanitation than using just chlorine at 2 ppm. You must also maintain your pH between 7.2 and 7.6. Included are easy to follow (step-by-step) instructions, for the most novice installer, with picture illustrations, and a wiring diagram for the controller and the placement of the electrode.
HOW IS THE Crystal Clear 5000 IONIZER DIFFERENT?
The Crystal Clear 5000 ionizer allows you to see what level the electrode is drawing; so after you've regulated the pool's chemicals to their proper levels, you'll know what the electrode's level draw needs to be, which will be the reference you'll use throughout its life. Unlike other ionizers, If you wanted to use the Crystal Clear 5000 for a pond, you could use multiple electrodes in line. These Crystal Clear 5000 are available with a standard power supply.
WHAT ABOUT OTHER TYPES OF IONIZERS?
Cartridge ionizers are costly and need to be replaced often; and the floating solar ionizers have small solar panels which require direct sunlight to work properly - they are not able to regulate on cloudy days and have small electrodes. Electronic ionizers are really your best bet for keeping your pool regulated.