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Equipment Fundamentals

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  • Equipment Fundamentals

Heaters 101: Heat Exchangers, BTUs, and Efficiency Basics

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Navigating heaters involves understanding heat exchangers, BTUs, and efficiency—learn the essentials to choose and operate your heater safely and effectively.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • October 20, 2025
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  • Equipment Fundamentals

DE Filters: Powder Coat, Grids, and Clarity Myths

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Wondering how DE filters keep your pool clear and what myths might be misleading? Keep reading to uncover the truth behind DE filtration.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • October 19, 2025
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  • Equipment Fundamentals

Sand Filters: Bed Depth, Channeling, and Media Upgrades

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Just understanding proper bed depth, preventing channeling, and upgrading media can transform your sand filter’s performance—discover how next.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • October 18, 2025
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  • Equipment Fundamentals

Cartridge Filters: Surface Area, Microns, and Flow Limits

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Cartridge filters’ surface area, micron ratings, and flow limits are crucial for optimal filtration—discover how to choose the right one for your system.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • October 17, 2025
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  • Equipment Fundamentals

Centrifugal Pump Anatomy: Volute, Impeller, and Seal

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On understanding the intricate roles of the volute, impeller, and seal in a centrifugal pump, you’ll discover how these parts work together for optimal performance.
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • October 16, 2025
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  • Surfaces & Materials

Stainless Steel Pool Rails: 304 Vs 316—Which One Resists Pool Corrosion Better?

An analysis of 304 versus 316 stainless steel reveals which pool rail material resists…
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • April 1, 2026
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  • Pool Maintenance and Care

Leak Sensors for Equipment Pads: Placement, False Alarms, and Shutoff Strategy

The key to effective leak sensors on equipment pads lies in strategic placement and…
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • March 31, 2026
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  • Testing & Measurement

Smart Water Monitors: Understanding Sensor Drift and When to Recalibrate

Prevent sensor drift in smart water monitors by understanding key signs and calibration…
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • March 31, 2026
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  • Equipment Fundamentals

Integrating Heater + Pump + Sanitizer: The Automation Sequence That Prevents Damage

Integrating heater, pump, and sanitizer in an optimized automation sequence prevents…
  • Pool Lexicon Team
  • March 30, 2026
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