Pool Salt Calculator
Calculate the exact amount of salt needed for your saltwater pool system. Maintain optimal salt levels for efficient chlorine generation.
Pool Volume
💡 Tip: Use the Pool Volume Calculator to calculate your exact pool volume. It will be saved automatically.
Salt Levels
Test your water with salt test strips
Most systems: 2700-3400 ppm
⚠️ Important Disclaimer
This calculator is provided as-is for informational purposes only. Always follow your salt chlorinator manufacturer's recommendations. Test water regularly and adjust salt levels gradually. Consult a pool professional for specific advice.
Salt Needed
Application Instructions
- 1Pour salt directly into the pool (not the skimmer)
- 2Brush salt to help it dissolve
- 3Run pump for 24 hours to circulate
- 4Wait 24 hours before retesting
- 5Turn on salt chlorinator once level is reached
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About Salt Water Pool Systems▼
How Salt Chlorinators Work
Salt chlorinators (also called salt chlorine generators) convert dissolved salt into chlorine through electrolysis. The chlorine sanitizes your pool, then converts back to salt. This creates a continuous cycle, reducing the need to manually add chlorine.
Optimal Salt Levels
- Standard Range: 2700-3400 ppm (parts per million)
- Most Common Target: 3200 ppm
- Too Low: Chlorinator won't produce enough chlorine
- Too High: Can damage equipment and make water taste salty
Salt Loss & Maintenance
Salt doesn't evaporate or get consumed—it only leaves your pool through splashing, backwashing, or draining. You'll typically need to add salt only a few times per season. Always test before adding more salt.
Conversion from Traditional Chlorine
Converting to a salt system is straightforward: add the required salt, install the chlorinator, and balance your water chemistry. Salt water is gentler on skin and eyes compared to traditional chlorine pools.