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Pentair® iChlor 30 Salt Chlorine Generator (523081) -
iChlor Salt Chlorinator Cell and Power Center

Pentair® iChlor 30 Salt Chlorine Generator (523081) - "Trade Grade"

Part Number: PEN-ICHLOR30
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Pentair iChlor-30 salt chlorine generator 523081. 30,000 gallon max capacity.
Power 0.95 lbs/day
Warranty 60-Day / 3 Year Limited
Rated Lifespan 10000 Hours
Max Capacity 30000 Gallons

The Pentair iChlor30 electronic chlorine generator is a salt pool system with integrated controls and cell. The salt chlorinator works with existing pump and filtration systems to reliably supply the swimming pool with pure chlorine, every day. It uses ordinary salt to generate the chlorine your pool needs and helps create softer, silkier pool water. The iChlor (or i-chlor) is the latest salt chlorinator model from Pentair to help make it easy to maintain a sparkling clean pool. Max capacity: 30,000 gallons.

The complete Pentair iChlor salt system has two main components: the Power Supply Unit and the Electrolytic Cell (with built-in electronic controls), along with its miscellaneous hardware and documentation.

  • 2nd-Generation system, combining a compact shape with a digital control screen.
  • Connects to Pentair EasyTouch, IntelliTouch, and ScreenLogic2 (available for additional purchase) for SmartSense™ features.
  • Detects pump activity to using integrated flow switch.
  • Adjusts settings in small increments.

Pentair "Trade Grade" models are restricted by the manufacturer so that pricing, extended warranty, or direct purchase is not available online.


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2.4

Seems a little short lived
Has worked fine until now, but the display has stopped working and I can't regulate the chlorine percentage. Trying to get some help with this.
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Reviewed by:  from North Carolina on 5/8/2019
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Display broke in less than 2 months
This seems to be a trend I've seen with other people online. My display went dead and it wasn't even 2 months old and it was professionally installed.
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Reviewed by:  from Tampa, FL on 10/21/2018
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works except for the flow switch
I've had to replace the flow switch twice now. Once I got it warrantied but then I had to buy it. If it weren't for that this would be a better piece of equipment, but it seems like it has a real problem.
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Reviewed by:  from Jupiter, FL on 9/5/2019
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Not really doing the job
I have been using it for almost a year. Pool is about 18,000 gallons, and I have to keep this running 100% and I still barely get any chlorine. Now the keypad seems like its not working right. It just doesn't seem as good as the old intellichlor 40 we replaced.
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Reviewed by:  from Palo Alto on 7/1/2021
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Beats Intellichlor
Hope you didn't recently buy a Pentair Intellichlor, this is clearly the newer model. Glad I didn't listen to the pool store and buy from their back stock.
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Reviewed by:  from LA on 3/2/2019
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Questions From Customers

Q: Will this replace a Pentair Intellichlor?

Asked by: Ted - 6/20/2019
A: This is not a direct fit if you have an existing IntelliChlor.
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Answer provided by: Terrence (6/24/2019)

Q: River pools installed this unit on my salt water pool the summer end of the year 2018. when they closed my pool last year it was working fine. we had to open our pool this year and the red light has been on since day one. which we were told that meant it needed salt we ve added like 5 bags not at the same time days apart. and oter chemicals to get it right. now the salt levels is says 7000 which is to much. the red light has been blinking on and off for 2 weeks. i ve been have to add chlorine every few days because it s not converted. can you tell me what is the problem I do not have a owners manual one was not left with me when it was installed.

Asked by: Deborah Gentry - 6/9/2020
A:

Sorry to hear you are having an issue with your salt system. You can find a copy of here of the Pentair iChlor manual


If they aren't able to help troubleshoot, we are glad to help you with your options for replacement, just give us a call at 866-766-5243

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Answer provided by: Discount Salt Pool (6/10/2020)

Q: i just need the salt cell and the extensions , how much ?

Asked by: joe - 8/13/2019
A: You can see the replacement cell here: iChlor-30 Cell
Was this answer helpful?  1 of 3 Customer(s) found this Answer helpful.
Answer provided by: Discount Salt Pool (8/14/2019)

Q: The Ichor salt generator has already been replaced once since the pool was completed February 2021. The new has now pooped out. They only last about 3 months. Can you explain and it should it be still under warranty?

Asked by: PHicks - 12/18/2021
A: That seems especially short lived. First make sure of the basics - in many instances it is just a issue of mineral scaling in the cell, low salt, or low water temperature. In general though, a salt cell will only be able to make a certain amount of chlorine over its lifespan. If the system is undersized for the pool, it will get more wear & tear and get used up more quickly. However on average for the industry, most properly sized and maintained salt chlorinator models can last anywhere from 3-10 years.
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Answer provided by: Ben (12/20/2021)

Q: Will the pentar Ichlor 30 still produce chlorine when in reverse polarity?

Asked by: David N Kuhn - 6/15/2022
A: Salt chlorinators produce chlorine on both polarities.
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Answer provided by: Taylor (6/17/2022)

Q: River pools installed this unit on my salt water pool the summer end of the year 2018. when they closed my pool last year it was working fine. we had to open our pool this year and the red light has been on since day one. which we were told that meant it needed salt we ve added like 5 bags not at the same time days apart. and oter chemicals to get it right. now the salt levels is says 7000 which is to much. the red light has been blinking on and off for 2 weeks. i ve been have to add chlorine every few days because it s not converted. can you tell me what is the problem I do not have a owners manual one was not left with me when it was installed.

Asked by: Deborah Gentry - 6/9/2020
A: Mine is doing the same exact thing and after 6 trips to my local pool store I’ve come up with a final conclusion that I guess I m going to have to call Pentair customer service and walk me thru process
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Answer provided by: Sam Lester (6/15/2023)

Q: can you replace just the salt cell with out replacing the whole unit.

Asked by: Deborah Gentry - 6/9/2020
A: Yes, you can see the replacement cell here: iChlor-30 Cell
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Answer provided by: Discount Salt Pool (6/10/2020)

Q: Is there a spool piece that will replace the Pentair ICOR 30, if you want to remove it to clean or for the winter months. It looks like it should be about 7-1/2" long?

Asked by: Alan - 12/28/2019
A: No not normally, however if you used adapters to install it in place of an old intellichlor model could you use the available bypass cell for it.
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Answer provided by: Rick (12/30/2019)

Q: Do you have this part?

Asked by: Rafa - 7/29/2022
Give our support team a call for more immediate help with this question at 866-766-5243. No Answers have been submitted yet to this Question.

Q: do you have transformer part or the box? mine died as it hit 3 years an pentair was no help other than telling me its out of warranty.

Asked by: dave - 8/10/2023
Give our support team a call for more immediate help with this question at 866-766-5243. No Answers have been submitted yet to this Question.

Chlorine Output:

1.0 lbs /day

Manufacturer Warranty:

60 day / 1 Year Limited*

Manufacturer Rated Lifespan

10,000 hours

Manufacturer Max Capacity:

30,000 gallons

Controls:

Digital - LCD Display Screen, LED Indicators

Salinity Range:

3000-4500 ppm

Salinity Test:

Yes - Low, High

Self-Cleaning:

Yes, Reverse Polarity

Warranty Penalty for Self-Install:

Yes

Clear Cell:

No

Boost Mode:

Yes, 24 hours

Winter Mode:

No

Flow Sensor:

Yes, Independent Flow Switch

Rated Amperage (110V/220V):

2A / 1A

Weather / UV-Resistance:

Designed for Outdoor Installation and Operation

The Pentair iChlor controls have a backlit LCD screen that displays the power level you set on the unit, and has LED indicators to indicate a low/good/high salt level, chlorine generation, and water flow. The iChlor controls are built in to the system's replaceable salt cell. Be sure to mount the cell in a place where you can easily view and access its controls.
The Pentair iChlor cell is an inline solid PVC housing which contains built-in titanium electrode plates, built-in controls, built-in flow switch, and built-in power supply cord. The iChlor cell has threaded connections on the inlet and outlet, which allow quick access for service or winter removal (if applicable). The threaded connections attach to 2" unions. which are glued to the existing return-line PVC plumbing. Be sure to mount the cell in a place where you can easily view and access its controls. Pentair recommends installing the cell vertically.
The Pentair iChlor Series comes with 2" threaded cell unions, power cable, and instruction manual.
Manufacturer 60 Day Parts Only (online purchase / self installation) / 3 Year (with professional installation) Limited Warranty for residential use. Most manufacturer chlorine generator warranties are pro-rated. All warranties offered are provided by the relative manufacturer and are limited to the terms and proration they provide. See manufacturer's documentation for a full description of warranty terms and conditions.