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pH
TF Temperature Factor - using the chart below, look up the actual pool or spa water temperature at the time of sampling, in order to obtain the appropriate TF value. CF Calcium Hardness Factor - determine the PPM of calcium hardness (CH) in the water sample. Using the chart below, use the appropriate calcium hardness (CH) reading, in order to obtain the appropriate CF value. AF Total Alkalinity Factor - determine the PPM of total alkalinity (TA) in the water sample. Using the chart below, use the appropriate total alkalinity (TA) reading, in order to obtain the appropriate AF value.
The ideal range for the Langelier or Saturation Index is -0.5 to +0.5. Test values more negative than -0.5 (i.e., -0.6) are considered corrosive and steps should be taken to adjust the pH, total alkalinity or calcium hardness, in order to avoid the effects of corrosion. Test values higher than +0.5 (i.e., +0.6) are
indicative of scale-forming tendencies and steps should be taken to adjust the pH, total alkalinity or calcium hardness, in order to avoid scale formation and cloudiness. The following formula is used to calculate the Langelier/Saturation Index:
CF
CH PPM 5 25 50 75 100 150 200 300 400 800 1000 CF 0.3 1.0 1.3 1.5 1.6 1.8 1.9 2.1 2.2 2.5 2.6 5
AF
TA PPM 25 50 75 100 150 200 300 400 800 1000 AF 0.7 1.4 1.7 1.9 2.0 2.2 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.9 3.0
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66F / 19C 76F / 24C 84F / 29C 94F / 34C 105F / 41C 128F / 53C
The following example illustrates how the Langelier/Saturation Index is calculated: The actual pH = 7.4 The actual water temperature = 78F or 25C : from the chart use TF = 0.6 The actual calcium hardness (CH) = 198 PPM ; from the chart use CF = 1.9 The actual total alkalinity (TA) = 97 PPM : from the chart use AF = 2.0 -12.1 is a constant used in the calculation of the Langelier/Saturation Index Langelier Index =
pH + TF + CF + AF - 12.1*
Langelier Index = 7.4 + 0.6 + 1.9 + 2.0 - 12.1* = Results: -0.2 is in the ideal range of -0.5 to +0.5
High Langelier Indexes can be lowered, to within -0.5 to +0.5, by adjusting the pH to 7.2 to 7.6, the total alkalinity to 80 to 120 PPM and the calcium hardness to 150 to 200 PPM. While it is always possible to lower the pH, it is not as simple with the total alkalinity or calcium hardness. Lowering the total alkalinity usually lowers the pH as well. Lowering the calcium hardness is not always possible, given the fact that some pools are filled with hard water. In those situations, where the calcium level is high, attention should be paid to lowering the pH and/or total alkalinity as a means of improving the Langelier Index. A high Langelier Index can lead to scale formation, cloudy water, filtration problems, heater problems, loss of chlorine efficiency and bather discomfort. It is not always possible to get the pH and total alkalinity in range, due to the nature of the dissolved minerals. pH is always more important! To more correctly determine the total alkalinity, deduct 30% of the cyanuric acid reading from the total alkalinity test result. Pool water chemistry is where the path to proper water quality, clarity and sanitation starts. Water testing provides the basis for determining which chemicals are required to correct and optimize chemical concentrations. The proper maintenance of the pool water is an ongoing responsibility and not something to be taken for granted. Having the right water testing equipment will make the task easier, save money on chemicals and help avoid problems. Become better informed and take charge of your own water quality!
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