Why use Oxyshock?
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Non-chlorine oxidisers such as Oxyshock are perfect for removing swimmer waste and organic matter.
The chlorine smell is pretty common around the pool. However, interestingly it’s not actually the chlorine you’re smelling, but a by-product of the reaction between chlorine and organic matter.
When chlorine reacts with organic materials, the by-product of what’s left is sometimes harmful chloramines which can cause eye & skin irritation as well as that pungent ‘chlorine’ smell.
Using a non-chlorine oxidiser such as Oxyshock kills bacteria and harmful organic contaminants that can naturally build up in swimming pools and spas without the smell by-product.
It ‘burns’ out the build-up of body oils using the same process as super-chlorination, without the side effects of large doses of chlorine.
So what is Oxidisation in pool water?
In the process of oxidation in pool water, chlorine or other oxidizers gain an electron while the contaminants lose an electron, rendering them useless.
In short, oxidation takes potentially dangerous contaminants in the water and reduces them to harmless molecules, making the pool safe for swimming.
Oxyshock is a non-chlorine oxidizer that is “unstable” and consumes electrons that it contacts in the water readily. Things like organic debris, donate their electrons to the oxidizers (Oxyshock). This process breaks down or oxidizes the contaminants and therefore disinfects the water. The “unstable” nature of the non-chlorine shock makes the process happen quickly.
Oxyshock is a great way to sanitise your pool without chlorine.
What are the benefits of using an Oxyshock?
It removes the unwanted organic matter before it builds up and becomes a problem and also allows the chlorine in your water to be more effective.
Healthier water to swim in
Oxidises swimmer wastes and chloramines
Allows quick resumption of pool/spa use
Dissolves rapidly and leaves no residue
Easy to apply
Safe to use with all sanitising systems.
How is it different from Chlorine?
When chlorine reacts to organic material, like sweat, lotions, and other organic materials, it can create harmful chloramines. Chloramines are what can cause irritation of the skin and eyes and often leaves an unpleasant ‘chlorine’ smell.
Other Oxidisation Methods
Ozone systems
Another example of non-chlorine oxidizers is ozone generators such as what you can get with a Mineral Swim system.
These systems inject ozone gas, which is essentially three oxygen atoms combined into one molecule (O3). This gas oxidizes (steals the electrons from) contaminants in the water.
The drawback with ozonators is that they do not produce very much ozone so are combined with a low level of chlorine gas from a Mineral Swim or Saltwater Chlorinator to make up the difference.
For more information on Oxyshock, Mineral Swim Systems, or any of our products, contact us here or come in-store to talk with one of our highly trained staff.
References:
https://clearcomfort.com/your-guide-to-swimming-pool-oxidation-orp/
http://www.swimmingpoolsteve.com/pages/aop.html
http://focusproducts.com.au/ospa-chemicals/ospa-oxyshock.php
