Description
BluWater Technology BW-T100 Genesis Test Strips for Sodium Bromide (NaBr) put precise water chemistry in your hands, so you can maintain a bromine-based sanitation system with confidence. Designed for pools, spas, and water features that rely on sodium bromide, these Genesis strips deliver fast, on-site readings that guide real-world adjustments.
What this test strip checks
- pH – target 7.2 to 7.8 to balance comfort, sanitizer effectiveness, and distribution.
- Total Alkalinity (TA) – 80 to 120 ppm to help stabilize pH and reduce swings.
- Calcium Hardness – 150 to 200 ppm to prevent corrosion or scaling in equipment and plumbing.
- Phosphate – < 125 ppb to limit algae growth and keep water clearer longer.
- Sodium Bromide (NaBr) / Bromine – bromine residual testing to gauge the level of bromine in your water and know when to adjust sanitation.
Why these readings matter
Balanced pH ensures bromine stays effective while minimizing eye and skin irritation. Maintaining TA within the suggested range reduces pH drift, so you won’t have to chase constant adjustments. Proper calcium hardness protects your pool or spa surfaces and equipment from corrosion or scaling. Keeping phosphate low helps curb algae without over-sanitizing. By tracking NaBr levels, you’ll know when to supplement bromine or, if you’re using Tru Blu salt, how much to add to sustain steady sanitization.
How to use
- Dip a BW-T100 Genesis strip into your water as directed by the pack instructions.
- Compare the color changes to the included chart to determine each parameter’s reading.
- Record results and assess whether adjustments are needed in pH, TA, calcium hardness, phosphate, or bromine level.
- Make targeted adjustments: pH adjusters, alkalinity boosters, calcium hardness solutions, or phosphate reducers as appropriate; add or balance Tru Blu salt to maintain bromine if your setup calls for it.
- Re-test after changes to confirm that readings now align with the ideal ranges.
Ideal use cases
- New bromine-based sanitation systems where quick baselines are crucial for safe, comfortable water.
- Regular maintenance for residential pools, hot tubs, and spa pools that rely on NaBr-based bromine generation.
- Aquatic facilities or water features where consistent clarity and swimmer comfort depend on stable chemistry.
- After heavy rain, heavy use, or partial water replacement when you need a clear, actionable read on where to start with adjustments.
What makes BW-T100 Genesis strips different
- Integrated for sodium bromide and key water chemistry parameters in a single, easy-to-read strip format.
- Part of BluWater Technology’s Genesis line, engineered to provide reliable, on-site insights without complicated equipment.
- Designed to help you decide not just “what to test,” but “what to do next”—especially when balancing Tru Blu salt and bromine sanitation.
With BW-T100 Genesis Test Strips, you gain a practical, user-friendly tool for maintaining safe, clear water. Clear readings, informed adjustments, and a cleaner, more comfortable swimming or soaking experience—every time you test.
| Test Type | Bromine |
| Test Style | Strip |
| Manufacturer | BluWater Technology |