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IntelliChlor® Salt Chlorine Generator

PROFESSIONAL-GRADE SALT CHLORINATION FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION, REPLACEMENT AND UPGRADES

With familiar operation, straightforward diagnostics, and dependable salt chlorine generation, the IntelliChlor® Salt Chlorine Generator automatically converts pool salt into chlorine through electrolysis, helping maintain cleaner, silky-smooth water without the ongoing handling of chlorine tablets or liquid chlorine. 

Why pool pros choose the IntelliChlor Salt Chlorine Generator

  • Easy At-A-Glance Status – LEDs clearly communicate salt level, water flow, cold-water status, cell condition, and sanitizer output.  
  • Simple Push-Button Adjustment – MORE and LESS controls make it easy to fine-tune chlorine output for changing pool conditions.  
  • Built-in Boost Mode – Set output to 100% for 24 hours of pump run time when chlorine demand increases after heavy rain, warmer weather, or heavier pool use.  
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BUILT FOR EASY SERVICE, MODERN UPGRADES,
AND NEW POOL BUILDS ALIKE.

 
  • Reverse cycling helps minimize calcium and scale buildup.  
  • Built-in cell protection helps prevent operation under poor conditions
  • Real-time cell life tracking with a built-in usage hour meter to plan ahead

Designed to work seamlessly with IntelliCenter Pool Control to coordinate chlorination with pool circulation and schedules to spec as a connected Pentair Pool equipment package.

A FAMILIAR FAVORITE IS BACK

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Homeowners
  • Simplified inspection visits
  • Fast status visibility
  • Predictable sanitizer output
  • Reduced scale maintenance
  • Improved client satisfaction

Pure Chlorine Without the Drawbacks of Chlorine Handling

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Provides an alternative to buying, carrying, storing and handling chlorine

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Fewer bleached out bathing suits due to chlorine handling

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Reduces chlorine spills

How IntelliChlor Works

Product Components

  1. Water and dissolved salt flow through the generator cell.
  2. Through electrolysis it is converted into chlorine.
  3. Chlorinated water is returned to the pool. Once the chlorine has finished treating the pool, it reverts back into salt and the cycle repeats.
IntelliChlor Components
IntelliChlor Operation

Easy Operation

With IntelliChlor, you can choose from one of five levels. Just push the button, and you’re done. Plus, IntelliChlor provides an alternative to buying, carrying, storing and handling chlorine. It also means fewer chlorine spills and bleached out bathing suits due to chlorine handling.

Automation Ready

IntelliChlor seamlessly interfaces with Pentair automation systems. If you are adding automation and a chlorine generating system at the same time, opt for a Pentair IntelliCenter® Control System and IntelliChlor for ultimate convenience.

IntelliChlor Automation

Specifications

Country:USA
Item #DescriptionPurchase Options
520554IntelliChlor IC20 CellAvailable Through Dealer0.7 lbs3 yrs.<= 20k
520555IntelliChlor IC40 CellAvailable Through Dealer1.4 lbs3 yrs.<= 40k
521105IntelliChlor IC60 CellAvailable Through Dealer2.0 lbs3 yrs.<= 60k
520556IntelliChlor Power CenterAvailable Through Dealer
EC-521105IntelliChlor IC60 Cell, EcommerceAvailable Online
EC-520554IntelliChlor IC20 Cell, EcommerceAvailable Online
EC-520556IntelliChlor Power Center, EcommerceAvailable Online
EC-520555IntelliChlor IC40 Cell, EcommerceAvailable Online
EC-520888IntelliChlor IC15 Cell, Includes External Power Supply, EcommerceAvailable Online
Country:Canada
Item #DescriptionPurchase Options
522109IntelliChlor IC15Available Through Dealer
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Country:USA
Item #DescriptionPurchase Options
520554IntelliChlor IC20 CellAvailable Through Dealer0.7 lbs3 yrs.<= 20k
520555IntelliChlor IC40 CellAvailable Through Dealer1.4 lbs3 yrs.<= 40k
521105IntelliChlor IC60 CellAvailable Through Dealer2.0 lbs3 yrs.<= 60k
520556IntelliChlor Power CenterAvailable Through Dealer
EC-521105IntelliChlor IC60 Cell, EcommerceAvailable Online
EC-520554IntelliChlor IC20 Cell, EcommerceAvailable Online
EC-520556IntelliChlor Power Center, EcommerceAvailable Online
EC-520555IntelliChlor IC40 Cell, EcommerceAvailable Online
EC-520888IntelliChlor IC15 Cell, Includes External Power Supply, EcommerceAvailable Online
Country:Canada
Item #DescriptionPurchase Options
522109IntelliChlor IC15Available Through Dealer
520911IntelliChlor IC20Available Through Dealer0.7 lbs3 yrs.<= 20k
520912IntelliChlor IC40Available Through Dealer1.4 lbs3 yrs.<= 40k
520910IntelliChlor Power CenterAvailable Through Dealer
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U.S. Versions, models require PC100 Power Center (sold separately) – item number 520556

Products beginning with EC- are exclusive to e-commerce sales. For warranty information, please visit www.pentair.com/warranty.

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FAQ

What types of pools are best suited for IntelliChlor?

IntelliChlor is designed for residential swimming pools and can be specified for new pool construction, equipment pad upgrades, and pool renovations. Multiple cell sizes help accommodate varying pool capacities and sanitation requirements.

Can IntelliChlor be integrated with Pentair automation systems?

Yes. IntelliChlor is compatible with Pentair automation systems, including IntelliCenter® Pool Control Systems, allowing pool professionals to create a more connected and automated pool equipment ecosystem.

How does IntelliChlor help simplify pool maintenance? 

IntelliChlor automatically generates chlorine from dissolved salt, reducing the need for routine chlorine handling while helping maintain consistent sanitization. Built-in status indicators and diagnostic functions also make system monitoring easier.

What diagnostic capabilities does IntelliChlor provide? 

IntelliChlor includes full diagnostic capabilities, including cell-life tracking and operational status indicators that help pool professionals monitor performance and identify service needs more efficiently.

How can service professionals monitor remaining cell life?

IntelliChlor provides real-time cell-life tracking, helping service professionals assess remaining operational life and make informed maintenance or replacement recommendations.

Does IntelliChlor include protection against low water temperatures?

Yes. IntelliChlor includes an automatic shut-off feature designed to protect the cell and help prolong cell life under low-water-temperature conditions.

How does IntelliChlor help reduce scale buildup? 

IntelliChlor utilizes on-time cycling technology designed to help minimize calcium and scale buildup, which can contribute to maximizing cell life and maintaining performance over time.

Can chlorine output be adjusted? 

Yes. IntelliChlor allows users to select from multiple output levels, enabling customization based on pool size, seasonality, bather load, and water conditions.

Why do builders specify salt chlorine generators in new pool construction? 

Salt chlorine generators provide automated sanitization, integrate with modern pool automation systems, and can help create a premium pool ownership experience by reducing the handling of traditional chlorine products.

What advantages does IntelliChlor offer for equipment pad upgrades?

IntelliChlor allows pool professionals to modernize pool sanitation while incorporating diagnostic visibility, automation compatibility, and automated chlorine generation as part of a broader equipment upgrade strategy. 

How does IntelliChlor fit into a complete Pentair pool system?

IntelliChlor can be incorporated alongside Pentair automation and other connected pool equipment to support more efficient pool operation and centralized system management.

What should pool professionals consider when selecting an IntelliChlor cell? 

Pool professionals should evaluate pool size, anticipated chlorine demand, environmental conditions, and operating requirements to determine the appropriate IntelliChlor system configuration for each installation. 

Does IntelliChlor help reduce manual chemical handling?

Yes. IntelliChlor generates chlorine automatically from salt dissolved in the pool water, reducing the need to routinely purchase, store, transport, and handle traditional chlorine products.

How does IntelliChlor generate chlorine? 

As water and dissolved salt pass through the cell, electrolysis converts the chlorine ions into free chlorine. After sanitizing the water, the chlorine ultimately reverts into chlorine ions and the cycle repeats.

Why do service professionals recommend salt chlorine generators? 

Salt chlorine generators automate chlorine production, provide consistent sanitization, and help simplify ongoing pool maintenance and water care management. 

Specification FAQs 

What size salt chlorine generator does a builder need?

Select the IntelliChlor cell according to the pool’s water capacity and anticipated chlorine demand. The IC20, IC40, and IC60 are designed for pools up to 20,000, 40,000, and 60,000 gallons, respectively. 

Can a salt chlorine generator be oversized? 

A higher-capacity cell should be used when additional chlorine-production capacity is appropriate, but its output should be adjusted to maintain the recommended free-chlorine level. Pool size, pump run time, climate, bather load, and other operating conditions should all be considered during selection. 

What pool types are compatible with IntelliChlor?

IntelliChlor is intended for permanently installed pools and may be used with hot tubs or spas when installed according to Pentair guidelines and applicable local codes. 

When should a salt system be included during pool construction?

Including IntelliChlor during the equipment-specification phase allows builders to plan the chlorination, circulation, and automation systems as a connected package. For newly constructed or resurfaced plaster pools, follow the required curing period and the pool-surface manufacturer’s guidance before adding salt or operating the system.  

Service FAQs

How do I know when a salt cell needs replacement?

IntelliChlor’s built-in usage-hours meter reports the cell’s accumulated operating time, helping service professionals assess remaining life. Replacement may be needed when the cell reaches the end of its operating life or can no longer maintain the required chlorine level after water conditions and system settings have been verified.  

How can I extend salt cell life? 

Maintain proper water chemistry and salt levels, keep the cell free of scale, and use an output setting appropriate for the pool’s chlorine demand. IntelliChlor also includes self-cleaning polarity reversal and low-water-temperature protection to help reduce buildup and protect the cell.  

What causes scale buildup on a salt cell?

Scale can develop when calcium and other minerals accumulate on the cell blades, particularly when pool-water chemistry is not properly balanced. IntelliChlor automatically reverses cell polarity at set intervals to help minimize calcium and scale buildup.  

How often should a salt chlorinator be inspected? 

System indicators and chlorine levels should be checked regularly, with salt level and water-chemistry testing performed monthly. Inspect the cell for scale or debris and clean it only when necessary, following the product instructions.  

Automation FAQs

Which Pentair automation systems work with IntelliChlor?

IntelliChlor is compatible with Pentair automation, including IntelliCenter® Pool Control Systems, IntelliFlo3®, and IntelliConnect®. 

Can IntelliChlor be managed through pool automation?

Yes. When connected to a compatible Pentair control system, IntelliChlor’s sanitizer output is controlled through the automation system rather than the cell’s More and Less buttons.  

Why integrate a salt chlorinator with pool automation?

Integration allows chlorine output to be managed as part of the broader pool equipment system. This creates a more connected operating experience and helps coordinate sanitization with circulation and equipment schedules. 

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