Spa ozonator

Posted: Wed Dec 13, 2006 7:43 pm   Post subject: ozonator

Hello,

I recently purchased a tub and am in the process of installing it.

I am considering a couple of options, including a circulating pump and ozonator.

I was discussing this at work with coworkers, and one guy said I might want to reconsider the ozonator, as he has heard that ozone corrodes the piping, and I may be looking at re-plumbing it in the future if I use one.

Have you heard anything to this effect? Does ozone have any effect on the plumbing, or is it hooey?

thanks in advance, Max

also while I am here, any thoughts on the separate circ pump? I had heard they were a good idea because there is less wear and tear on the main pump as there is less start and stop. Or does it make a huge difference in your opinion?

I have not heard of the ozone destroying the plumbing and I have been in the industry for 10 years. It is usually a low ph level or a high bromine level that will damage anything plastic in the spa. As for adding the circ pump yes it is less wear and tear on the jet pumps. Is your equipment box set up for a circ pump and ozone? Most new spas are ozone ready but not all have the capabilities for the circ pump. Check with the manufacturer of the equipment box.