Where is scale most likely to form in a hypochlorinator?

In a hypochlorinator, scale tends to form in the suction and discharge hoses due to the concentration of chemicals and the conditions under which they operate. When chlorine is injected into water, reactions can occur that lead to the precipitation of various minerals present in the water. This is particularly true in areas where there are fluctuations in temperature or when the chemical concentration is high.

The presence of scale is influenced primarily by factors such as hardness in the water, pH levels, and the presence of certain anions that can react with the hypochlorite. Scale can restrict flow and impede the proper functioning of the hypochlorinator. The hoses are a critical point where the water chemistry, combined with chemical reactions from the hypochlorinator, leads to scale formation.

Other areas such as the water source, filtration system, or storage tank, while they may experience some scaling, are less likely to have direct and consistent chemical reactions occurring in the same way as the suction and discharge hoses. These hoses are typically where the water has the highest interaction with the chemicals being introduced. As a result, they are the most crucial area to monitor and manage for scale formation.