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When doing tests on TA and CH and SALT levels you all know its a PAIN in the ... to have to swirl after each drop (where each drop represents say 10ppm for TA or CH) and you need to keep going this till you get your reading. TA is not so bad at 50-70ppm levels, but when you in the CH test where you have to do somewhere between 20-30 drops, its a true pain. Ive noticed it also skews the test if you had swirl at times where you thought you swirled it enough but you did and added another drop and another but the actual test was say over 2drops ago.
This thing is awesome for that.
Now I have one beef with it, not taking a star off for this. The speedstir auto shuts off at 1min. When you doing Salt test or CH test where you have to drop in at least 20-30 drops, and if you like me where you drop one drop every 2-3secs so let it mix in and see if it swirled, by the time you get to drop 20, the speedstir auto shuts off. So then you have to turn it back on to continue your test. My memory sucks at times and one time I lost count on what drop I was at when I was turning it back on..... dammit. Hahahha getting old sucks.
One other thing, Taylor always includes nice cases for everything like their OTO test, Salt Test, K-2006 test kit, but this Speedstir doesnt come with a case, wish it did. That little pill is so easy to lose. So I ended up putting all this in a small rubbermaid container, wife doesnt know I stole it yet.
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I admit that this is a little pricey but its worth every penny to me. I have an autistic child that loves putting the water in his mouth, which means that I test the water really often. This along with my Taylor test kits make for the single most accurate water testing on the market. And I've tried them all. I did my tests today in one tenth the time that it use to take, with a whole lot less aggravation.
BalasHapusWhen doing tests on TA and CH and SALT levels you all know its a PAIN in the ... to have to swirl after each drop (where each drop represents say 10ppm for TA or CH) and you need to keep going this till you get your reading. TA is not so bad at 50-70ppm levels, but when you in the CH test where you have to do somewhere between 20-30 drops, its a true pain. Ive noticed it also skews the test if you had swirl at times where you thought you swirled it enough but you did and added another drop and another but the actual test was say over 2drops ago.
BalasHapusThis thing is awesome for that.
Now I have one beef with it, not taking a star off for this. The speedstir auto shuts off at 1min. When you doing Salt test or CH test where you have to drop in at least 20-30 drops, and if you like me where you drop one drop every 2-3secs so let it mix in and see if it swirled, by the time you get to drop 20, the speedstir auto shuts off. So then you have to turn it back on to continue your test. My memory sucks at times and one time I lost count on what drop I was at when I was turning it back on..... dammit. Hahahha getting old sucks.
One other thing, Taylor always includes nice cases for everything like their OTO test, Salt Test, K-2006 test kit, but this Speedstir doesnt come with a case, wish it did. That little pill is so easy to lose. So I ended up putting all this in a small rubbermaid container, wife doesnt know I stole it yet.
This is probably the second most notable piece of pool equipment I have (life safety aside that is). The foremost being my Hayward Leaf Canister. When I first got my Taylor test kit, I knew I was going to have problems with drop and swirl, drop and swirl. Before this listed on Amazon, I stumbled across this on the Taylor website ordering reagent and knew I had to have this. I am so glad I found it as the FAS-DPD test almost makes it a necessity. Testing is now a breeze.
BalasHapusThe following replacement parts are available on Amazon
Taylor 6101 1" Magnet
Taylor 9198 Graduated Tube
I have a degree in Chemistry and worked in the water analyzer industry for over 10 years.
BalasHapusA Magnetic Stirrer is the best method to get accurate repeatable results when using a Titration Test Kit - like the K-2006. I wouldn't think of not having one and the SpeedStir is a great product for its price.
For those of us who like to stay on top of our pool chemistry by testing our water frequently, this little gadget makes drop based tests much easier to do. The built in light is a nice touch and works well when light levels are low, though the brightness can actually wash out the color near the end of the FAS-DPD test. Well worth the money.
BalasHapusContext: I needed this along with a high chlorine testing kit in order to continuously make sure that I was/am using the minimum amount of chlorine needed to shock my pool. Also, I frequently test CYA, ph, and chlorine levels, so this was for me.
BalasHapusPros
1) Obviously you no longer have to hold a beaker with one hand and the dropper with the other.
2) When titrating the liquid mixes instantly, no swirling.
3) Auto shut-off saves batteries.
4) It even has a light underneath in case you are testing water in the dark! The light shines up through the mixture.
Cons
1) Mine cost $25 bucks and this is borderline high.
Conclusion: Buy this if you are tired of swirling with one hand and titrating with the other like I was. Also, buy this if you test often. If you do not test often then save your money. I would purchase this again. This is a great little invention.