Proteam pH Down 3 lb pH decreaser containerProteam pH Down, 3 lb$1515
Proteam pH Down 3 lb pH decreaser container

Proteam pH Down, 3 lb

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Quick overview

  • Lowers pH and alkalinity Brings both readings down when the water has drifted high.
  • Dry, not liquid acid Easier and safer to handle and store than muriatic acid.
  • Helps prevent scaling Water held above range tends to deposit scale on surfaces and equipment.
  • Makes sanitizer work harder Chlorine loses effectiveness when pH runs high, so balancing first cuts how much you use.
  • Three pound container A size that suits routine seasonal correction rather than a one-off dose.
  • Pool or spa Rated for above ground, in ground, residential and commercial water.
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Product details

Proteam pH Down is a dry pH decreaser supplied in a 3 lb container. It lowers pH and total alkalinity in pool and spa water.

Why pH is the first number to fix

Chlorine gets steadily weaker as pH rises, so a pool that reads a healthy chlorine level but sits high on pH is still under sanitized. Water held above range also tends to lay scale down on surfaces, heater elements and salt cells. Correcting pH before reaching for more chlorine is usually the cheaper fix, and a balanced pool needs less sanitizer and less attention over a season.

Handling

Because this is a dry product there is no liquid acid to pour or store, which is the main reason owners choose it. Follow the label for dose rates against your pool volume and current reading, add it with the pump running, and retest before adding more.

Equipment life

Balanced water is not only about comfort and clarity. Pumps, heaters, filters and cell plates all last longer in water that stays in range, so keeping pH controlled protects the expensive parts of the system.

Specifications
Brand Proteam
Manufacturer part number 73212368
Alternate part number C002585-CS20B4
UPC 726375812474
Chemical type pH decreaser
Size 3 lb
Pool type Above ground, in ground, residential, commercial
Origin Made in the USA
Shipping weight 3 lb
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Questions and answers

What people ask about this product, answered by our pool techs.

What does pH Down actually change?
It lowers pH, and it brings total alkalinity down with it. Expect both numbers to move, so test for both after dosing.
How is this different from muriatic acid?
It does the same job in dry form. There is no liquid acid to pour, splash or store, which makes it the easier option for most owners.
Can I use it in a spa?
Yes. It is listed for pool and spa water, residential and commercial.
Why does high pH cost me chlorine?
Chlorine is far less active as pH climbs, so a pool sitting high burns through sanitizer while still reading a chlorine level. Correcting pH usually cuts chlorine consumption on its own.
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