{"title":"Test Strips","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"test-strips-x3","title":"Test strips x3","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Card_yis1o\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Card__Section_1b1h1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"Sd8DF\"\u003eTest strips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Sd8DF\"\u003eGet 3 test strips delivered to your home and test our app. Get treatment recommendations for perfect clean and safe water!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"iopool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40500216397985,"sku":"CAL-TIG-5P-LM-V1","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0100\/9998\/2432\/products\/Test-strips-x3-iopool-1634042451.jpg?v=1634042452"},{"product_id":"calibration-kit","title":"Calibration Kit – pH \u0026 ORP Solutions","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Calibration Kit – pH \u0026amp; ORP Solutions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe iopool EcO Calibration Kit contains three reference solutions designed to calibrate the pH and ORP sensors of your EcO smart water monitor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver time, sensor readings may drift. Calibrating your EcO helps adjust these readings against known reference values, supporting more reliable water monitoring and maintenance recommendations in the iopool app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a maintenance consumable for EcO owners, not a pool water treatment product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy use the EcO Calibration Kit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular calibration helps maintain the quality of the measurements used to monitor your pool or spa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit allows you to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjust pH readings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e using two reference solutions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalibrate the ORP sensor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e against a known redox reference value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain more consistent measurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as your EcO sensors age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow an app-guided procedure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e without specialist calibration equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalibration can correct sensor drift, but it cannot repair a damaged or worn-out sensor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility and requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit is designed for the pH and ORP sensors of the iopool EcO connected water monitor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is used to maintain the analyzer, whether EcO monitors a swimming pool or spa. It is not intended for measuring or treating pool water directly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo perform calibration, you will need:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour EcO analyzer and the iopool mobile app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA smartphone with Bluetooth and an active internet connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean water for rinsing the sensors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree clean, narrow containers, or the supplied solution sachets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep your smartphone close to EcO throughout the procedure. A separate cOnnect Wi-Fi gateway is not required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen should you calibrate your EcO?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the beginning of a new season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e From the second swimming season onward, iopool recommends calibrating EcO at the start of each season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor year-round use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If your EcO remains in use throughout the year, for example in an indoor pool or spa, annual calibration is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen sensor readings appear inconsistent:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Calibration may help correct sensor drift, but unusual readings can also have other causes. Contact iopool support if you are unsure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes a new EcO need to be calibrated?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. An EcO monitor does not require calibration when it is first received or installed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalibration is recommended as part of subsequent maintenance, beginning with the second season, or annually for year-round use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's included in the kit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EcO Calibration Kit contains three individual 20 ml sachets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × pH 4.00 reference solution — 20 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × pH 7.00 reference solution — 20 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × ORP +468 mV reference solution — 20 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese solutions are used to calibrate the sensors, not to adjust the water chemistry of your pool or spa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to calibrate your EcO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove EcO from the water, take off its silicone cap and rinse the sensor end with clean water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnable Bluetooth and internet access on your smartphone. Open the EcO calibration feature in the iopool app.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the app's instructions, immersing the sensors in each reference solution as requested. Avoid trapped air bubbles and rinse between solutions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce calibration is confirmed, return the silicone cap to its normal analysis position and place EcO back in the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe app may ask you to repeat certain pH calibration steps. Follow the instructions until the procedure is complete.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor detailed instructions, see the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/help.iupool.com\/en\/articles\/6912383-how-do-i-calibrate-my-eco\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eofficial EcO calibration guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant handling advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen the sachets only when you are ready to calibrate. Use the solutions immediately and do not keep opened sachets for another session.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the solutions separate to avoid contamination. Do not pour them into your pool or spa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf calibration fails repeatedly or readings remain abnormal, seek advice from iopool support before purchasing replacement sensors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan the calibration kit test my pool water?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The kit contains reference solutions for calibrating EcO's sensors. Pool water parameters that require manual testing should be checked using suitable test strips or other testing equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I reuse an opened calibration sachet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Each sachet should be used immediately after opening. Do not store opened solutions for a future calibration session.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the kit calibrate temperature or salt measurements?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The supplied reference solutions are intended for pH and ORP calibration only. They do not calibrate water temperature or measure salt concentration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the calibration kit included in the EcO Winter Kit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The iopool EcO Winter Kit includes a calibration kit for use when preparing EcO for the new season. Check what you already own before ordering separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if my readings are still incorrect after calibration?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalibration cannot resolve every sensor issue. Check that the sensors are clean and contact iopool support if abnormal readings persist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iopool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43687116636408,"sku":"CAL-KIT-WAT-V1","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0100\/9998\/2432\/files\/6_bca3c64e-236f-4ba9-8334-db75360f3ca1.png?v=1715846800"},{"product_id":"iopool-salt-test-strips","title":"Salt Test Strips for Pools \u0026 Spas – 20 Strips","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalt Test Strips for Pools \u0026amp; Spas – 20 Strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the salt level in your pool or spa with a simple manual test.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool Salt Test Strips measure the salinity of saltwater pools and spas from 0 to 8,000 ppm. Ideal for occasional checks, they help you verify your water's salt concentration. You can also manually enter the result in the iopool app to keep track of your water measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy check the salt level in your pool or spa?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalt chlorinators need the right salt concentration to operate as intended. Too little or too much salt may affect their performance, depending on the system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool Salt Test Strips are particularly useful when you want to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheck the salt concentration in your pool or spa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVerify salinity after adding salt or replacing part of the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerform an occasional manual check alongside your connected water analyzer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare your result with the recommended salt range specified by your salt chlorinator manufacturer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes iopool salt test strips useful?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated salt measurement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Check salinity from 0 to 8,000 ppm (mg\/L).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 tests per bottle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Convenient for occasional checks throughout the pool season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtective packaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The strips are foil-packed in groups of five to help preserve unused strips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManual readings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Check your salt concentration without relying on an automatic sensor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool app integration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manually record the result in the app as part of your pool maintenance routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use the salt test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake a salt test strip from its protective packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTest your pool or spa water, following the immersion and waiting times specified in the product instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead the salt concentration using the manufacturer's reference instructions, in ppm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you use the iopool app, manually enter the measured value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways follow the instructions supplied with the salt test strips, as they may differ from those for standard multi-parameter test strips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility with saltwater pools and iopool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese test strips are intended for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esaltwater swimming pools and spas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They measure salinity manually and can complement the iopool connected water monitoring system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are particularly useful alongside \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iupool.com\/collections\/connected-analyzers\/products\/eco-start-salt\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start Salt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This connected analyzer automatically measures pH, ORP and water temperature, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edoes not directly measure salt concentration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalt test strips also serve a different purpose from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iupool.com\/collections\/accessories\/products\/pool-spa-test-strips-3-to-6-in-1-60-120-en-fr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool 6-in-1 test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which measure parameters such as pH, chlorine, alkalinity, hardness and stabilizer, rather than salinity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes EcO Start Salt measure the salt level?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. EcO Start Salt automatically measures pH, ORP and water temperature, but not salinity. Salt test strips provide a separate manual measurement of the salt concentration in your pool or spa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need an EcO analyzer to use these strips?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo EcO measurement is involved in reading the strips. They are designed for manual salt testing. If you use the iopool app, you can manually enter the result to keep track of your water measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan the iopool app scan these salt test strips automatically?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe integration described for these salt test strips is manual entry. Read the result according to the product instructions, then enter the measured salt concentration in the iopool app. Automatic camera-based scanning is not specified for this product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat salt level should my pool or spa have?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe recommended salt concentration depends on your salt chlorinator or spa treatment system. Check the manufacturer's instructions for the correct operating range and compare it with your strip reading before making any adjustments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iopool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362435875146,"sku":"SAL-TIG-20P-TST-V1","price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0100\/9998\/2432\/files\/8mm_1.png?v=1714378715"},{"product_id":"iopool-6in1-test-strips-x50","title":"6-in-1 Pool \u0026 Spa Test Strips – 50 Pack","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e6-in-1 Pool \u0026amp; Spa Test Strips – 50 Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool 6-in-1 test strips help you check six key water parameters in your pool or spa with a single manual test.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pack of 50 strips is ideal for occasional water checks, verifying your water balance after treatment or measuring parameters that connected pool analyzers do not monitor automatically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse them on their own or alongside the free iopool app for personalized water treatment recommendations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat do iopool 6-in-1 test strips measure?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach strip checks six important water parameters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree chlorine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the concentration of available chlorine in the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal chlorine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the total amount of free and combined chlorine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the acidity or basicity of your pool or spa water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal alkalinity (TA):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the water's ability to resist sudden pH changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater hardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the mineral hardness of your water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStabilizer (CYA):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the concentration of cyanuric acid used to protect chlorine from sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese tests provide a snapshot of your water balance without requiring a connected device.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy use iopool test strips?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe iopool 6-in-1 test strips offer four practical benefits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix measurements in one test:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e check several water parameters at once.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 strips per pack:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e convenient for recurring manual checks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 mm test pads:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e larger color-testing areas designed to make readings easier to compare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional app integration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e interpret your results with the iopool app and receive personalized treatment recommendations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo EcO analyzer or Wi-Fi connection is required to perform a manual test.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with pools, spas and EcO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe strips can be used in swimming pools and spas treated with chlorine or bromine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey also work as a manual testing solution for saltwater pools. However, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6-in-1 strips do not measure salt concentration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. To check salinity, use the dedicated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iupool.com\/products\/iopool-salt-test-strips\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiopool salt test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlready using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iupool.com\/products\/eco-start\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/iupool.com\/products\/eco-start-salt\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcO Start Salt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour EcO analyzer automatically monitors pH, ORP and water temperature. The 6-in-1 strips complement these measurements by checking alkalinity, hardness, stabilizer and chlorine concentration when needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are not required for EcO to operate, but provide useful additional information about your water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use the test strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove one strip from the packaging and close it properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDip the strip into your pool or spa water, following the immersion instructions supplied with the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the colors to develop for the recommended reading time, then compare them with the reference chart in suitable lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the iopool app to scan the strip or enter the measured values manually and view the corresponding treatment recommendations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor additional guidance, see \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/help.iupool.com\/en\/articles\/5985907-how-to-use-iopool-app-with-your-test-strips\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow to use test strips with the iopool app\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen should you test your water?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManual testing is particularly useful:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the iopool app requests an additional water measurement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter treatments that affect alkalinity or water hardness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you want to check your water balance without a connected analyzer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 6-in-1 strips are designed for occasional checks rather than continuous monitoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need an EcO analyzer to use these test strips?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. iopool 6-in-1 test strips work independently of EcO Start and EcO Start Salt. You can read the results manually or use the iopool app for additional guidance. If you already own an EcO analyzer, the strips help check parameters that are not measured automatically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use these test strips in a saltwater pool?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The strips can check general water balance parameters in a saltwater pool, including pH, alkalinity, hardness and stabilizer. However, they do not measure salinity. A separate salt test strip or suitable salinity tester is required to check the salt concentration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I use the iopool app without scanning my test strip?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The iopool app also supports manual entry of test strip results. You can compare the strip's colors with the reference chart, enter the corresponding values and receive treatment recommendations based on your water measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo the strips measure water temperature or ORP?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The six measured parameters do not include temperature or ORP. These parameters are monitored automatically by EcO Start and EcO Start Salt. The 6-in-1 strips are intended to complement connected monitoring or provide a standalone manual water check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iopool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362470510922,"sku":"CAL-TIG-50P-TST-V1","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0100\/9998\/2432\/files\/8mm.png?v=1743538369"},{"product_id":"pool-spa-test-strips-3-to-6-in-1-60-120-en-fr","title":"Pool \u0026 Spa Test Strips 6-in-1","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNew iopool test strips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIntroducing the new iopool Test Strips, the brand new solution for simple and complete water analysis. These test strips are compatible with both chlorine and bromine systems, making them suitable for a wide range of pools and spas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDesigned to seamlessly integrate with the iopool app, these test strips bring water balance to your fingertips. Simply dip the strip into your pool or spa water, scan it with the app, and receive instant, precise results right on your smartphone. Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBut what truly sets the iopool test strips apart is their \u003cstrong\u003eextra-large test pad\u003c\/strong\u003e, measuring a generous 8mm. This larger size ensures more surface area for sampling, resulting in incredibly accurate readings every time. No more squinting at tiny color gradients—get clear, easy-to-read results in an instant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMain advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with chlorine and bromine pools and spas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest Free chlorine, total chlorine, alkalinity, pH, hardness \u0026amp; stabilizer (CyA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeamlessly integrates with the iopool app for instant results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-large 8mm test pad\u003c\/strong\u003e for accurate readings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrips in a compact packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvelope format\u003c\/strong\u003e: fits easily in the mailbox\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse it with or without iopool app\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can download our free mobile app on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/app\/iopool\/id1449698927\"\u003eApple Store\u003c\/a\u003e (IOS) or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.iopool\"\u003ePlay Store\u003c\/a\u003e (Android). 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