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Total Alkalinity

Total Alkalinity (TA) is the pool's buffer system, helping to resist sudden pH swings. Yet, an imbalance can lead to either a high pH spiral or corrosive water.

  • TA acts as a pH stabilizer, resisting sudden changes and helping maintain a balanced pH level.
  • High TA can cause pH to rise, leading to scaling, cloudy water, and reduced chlorine efficiency.
  • Low TA makes pH levels vulnerable to erratic fluctuations and can lead to corrosive water, damaging pool surfaces and equipment.
  • Regular testing and adjustment of TA levels are necessary for maintaining pH stability and overall pool health.
  • For most pools, an ideal TA level ranges between 80-120 ppm.
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