Key Ingredients and Their Roles
- Alumina Core: The highly engineered, porous alumina core serves as a reservoir that holds and gradually releases mineral ions. This controlled release helps maintain consistent water treatment levels, reducing the overall reliance on high chemical doses and minimizing the risk of staining and maintenance.
- Silver: Silver is a known disinfectant with potent antimicrobial properties, eliminating over 650 types of bacteria. It’s commonly used in water filters and, in conjunction with copper, controls bacteria such as Legionella spp. in hot water systems.
- Copper: Copper is an effective algaecide that works with silver to combat microbial and algae threats, simplifying maintenance and reducing the need for high chlorine levels.
Installation and Maintenance
Installing AstralPool Mineral Guard is straightforward, requiring no extra power—just the natural water flow from your pool’s filtration system. Follow these steps:
- Turn off your pool pump.
- Disconnect the first hose section after your pool’s skimmer or vacuum line.
- Connect the Mineral Guard™ between the hose sections.
- Turn on the pool pump.
- Activate the cartridge.
Replace the Mineral Guard cartridge every six months to ensure optimal performance.
Important Notes:
- Use Mineral Guard™ alongside a primary sanitiser like chlorine.
- Avoid using it with PHMB, biguanides, bromine, or copper-based algaecides, as silver ions may be deactivated.
How It Works – The Technology Behind Mineral Guard™
AstralPool Mineral Guard’s effectiveness comes from Nature2 technology, which uses patented Controlled Release Technology (CRT) to maintain sanitization, reducing the frequency of chlorine tests and treatments.
Nature2 Technology
This technology incorporates activated alumina as a support matrix that works with silver and copper in a proprietary process to sanitize pool water effectively.
- Rapid Bacterial Elimination: Independent tests show Nature2 can eliminate common pool bacteria within 30 seconds, outperforming traditional chlorine systems.
- Algae Control: Nature2 demonstrated 240% better effectiveness than chlorine alone in preventing algae growth.
- Metal Ion Control: The system ensures metal ion levels stay below staining thresholds, preserving pool aesthetics and structure.
Benefits of Using Mineral Guard™
Mineral Guard™ offers an efficient, low-maintenance solution to pool sanitation. Key benefits include:
Achieve Minimal Chlorine Levels
Mineral Guard™ allows pool maintenance with 50% less chlorine than traditional methods, meeting Australian standards for safe pool water.
Residual Sanitizing Power
Unlike ozone or UV systems, Mineral Guard™ provides residual sanitizing, maintaining water safety even when the pump is off.
Easy Installation with No Power Requirements
Mineral Guard™ operates on water flow alone, making it an energy-efficient, hassle-free setup.
Cost-Effective and Powerful
It offers long-lasting protection against bacteria and algae, reducing costs by cutting down on frequent applications and chemicals.
No Stain Guarantee
Mineral Guard™ prevents staining thanks to its controlled-release technology, protecting your pool’s appearance and value.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I still need to use chlorine? Yes, Mineral Guard™ requires a small amount of chlorine to activate silver and copper, which can reduce the need for superchlorination by up to 50%.
- Is Mineral Guard™ a pool filter? No, a separate pool filter is needed for debris removal. Mineral Guard™ targets bacteria, algae, and viruses.
- Are low levels of silver and copper safe in a pool? Yes, water treated with Mineral Guard™ meets APVMA standards for pool water health.
