Saltwater hot tubs have a salt cell chlorinator that functions in producing chlorine naturally through an electrolysis process. Therefore you do not need to add chemical chlorine directly into the hot tub to keep it clean and hygienic.
Add sodium chloride NaCl, regular table salt, and your salt cell will create chlorine. Add sodium bromide salts however, and your saltwater hot tub will be a bromine hot tub. Bromine is more stable than chlorine in high temperatures and in varying pH levels, and is considered a better sanitizer for hot tubs.
Saltwater is easy.
Saltwater hot tubs can be more convenient for the appropriate customer. Because saltwater systems produce their naturally-occurring chlorine, there's no need to add chlorine or other chemicals to your spa continually.
When it comes to cleaning your ACE saltwater hot tub, two of the most important things to clean are your ACE salt cell and your filters. For those with a saltwater hot tub, keeping your ACE salt cell clean plays a major role in the performance of your hot tub. We recommend cleaning your ACE salt cell every 60-90 days.
While you could use a hot tub without chemicals, you could not soak safely. Water needs to be circulating and treated in order for it to be good for soaking. When you don't use chemicals in your hot tub or use too little, you are creating the perfect environment for algae, bacteria, and other contaminants to thrive.
Not only are salt water hot tubs easier to maintain and gentler on your skin, but there's also no annoying chlorine smell, creating a more enjoyable spa experience. Fewer refills mean you can conserve more water, making salt water systems more eco-friendly.
It can be anything between 20 minutes to 24 hours. There isn't a set time you need to wait before using your hot tub, you just need to make sure all the chemicals are dissolved and at a safe level before entering. If you get into the water too soon, you could put yourself at risk of skin irritation.
Chlorine is preferable over other treatment options for a variety of reasons: It is more affordable and cost effective. Chlorine hot tubs require less upkeep and last longer than salt water hot tubs. Chlorine achieves the cleanliness and oxidation levels that other chemicals and methods do not.
2. How often do I add salt? You typically only need to add salt when you fill the tub! You should only have to add it again every time you drain and refill the tub.
Change Your Spa Water Every 3-4 Months, Here's Why:
That water is saturated. The same thing starts to happen as the hot tub's water gets “older”. The water will start to get hazy and you might even experience grit on the shell.
So, not only is shocking a saltwater pool okay, but it's actually important to your pool's health. Shocking is the process in which you overload your pool with chlorine (3-5 times the normal amount) to improve your pool's cleanliness and kill off organic matter.
Spa salt cells usually last 2-5 years, depending on the model.
There is no need to shock the tub after each use or add chlorine every week, you only need do is check your pH once a week and monthly reset your usage on the easy to use control panel.
Not all hot tubs come with a salt-water chlorinator so it is important you understand what it is, why you need one and how to turn your current hot tub into a salt-water tub. For a regular hot tub with normal water, you typically have to use chloride to sanitize the water and keep it clean.
Any hot tub can be a saltwater hot tub with the addition of a salt chlorine generator. Instead of adding chemicals directly to your hot tub, you add salt (about two pounds per 100 gallons of water), which dissolves to produce natural chlorine that's needed to keep your hot tub clean.
Corrosion that does occur in a salt water tub is from producing too much chlorine. Often customers will set their use level too high and then not use the tub enough.
Pros of Saltwater Pools
There's less chlorine and less of the heavy chemical scent and content. They're gentler on the skin, with less irritation to the eyes, hair and swimsuits. The water has a softer, silkier feel to it compared to chlorine water. They have lower maintenance costs than chlorine pools.
Just like a salt water pool, it's a spa that uses salt to clean the water instead of a sanitizer such as chlorine or bromine. A salt water chlorinator or chlorine generator converts salt to chlorine to sanitize the water.
A salt water hot tub costs $6,500 to $18,000 on average. Adding a salt water system to an existing hot tub costs $500 to $1,700 and is mostly compatible with premium and luxury spas. A saltwater generator costs less than chlorine or bromine and removes the need to use chemicals.
Health Benefits
The heat widens blood vessels, which sends nutrient-rich blood throughout your body. Warm water also brings down swelling and loosens tight muscles. And the water's buoyancy takes weight off painful joints. A dip in the hot tub might also help your mental state.
You can use the spa without chemicals but you would need to change the water more regularly. You would have to check with your doctor to see if the chemicals would affect them. Please note however, the chemicals are very similar to those used in public swimming pools.