Salt cell replacement cost
A salt cell swap usually runs $700 to $1,100, per the River Pools guide. For pools holding 15,000 gallons, the cheapest cells begin at $699.00. You'll pay up to $1,899.99 for a high output unit sized for 40,000 gallons.
How much does each model run?
Bigger pools mean bigger Hayward price tags on Leslie's price list. You'll find the Hayward T-CELL-3 rated at 15,000 gallons with a $699.00 price tag. Moving up to T-CELL-9 for 25,000 gallons means a price of $899.00. At the top sits the T-CELL-15, sized for 40,000 gallons at $1,099.00.
On that same list, Jandy figures run higher. Rated for as much as 35,000 gallons, the Jandy TruClear goes for $1,099.99. Pools as large as 12,000 gallons can use the AquaPure 700. Its listed price is $1,399.99. For 40,000 gallons there's the bigger AquaPure 1400, priced at $1,899.99.
Prices on Pentair units sit high there as well. The Pentair IntelliChlor LT15 covers 15,000 gallons and carries a $1,239.00 price. Choose the IntelliChlor Plus40 and your 40,000 gallon pool is covered for $1,819.00.
| Cell | Rated gallons | Chlorine per day at 100% | List price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayward T-CELL-3 (W3T-CELL-3) | 15,000 | Not published | $699.00 |
| Hayward T-CELL-9 (W3T-CELL-9) | 25,000 | Not published | $899.00 |
| Hayward T-CELL-15 (W3T-CELL-15) | 40,000 | 1.45 lb | $1,099.00 |
| Pentair IntelliChlor IC20 | 20,000 | 0.7 lb | $1,249.00 |
| Pentair IntelliChlor IC40 | 40,000 | 1.4 lb | $1,429.00 |
| Pentair IntelliChlor IC60 | 60,000 | 2 lb | $1,819.00 |
| Pentair IntelliChlor LT15 | 15,000 | 0.65 lb | $1,239.00 (complete system with power pack) |
| Pentair IntelliChlor LT25 | 30,000 | 0.9 lb | $1,149.00 |
| Pentair IntelliChlor Plus30 | 30,000 | 1.1 lb | $1,249.00 |
| Pentair IntelliChlor Plus40 (IC40 Plus) | 40,000 | 1.4 lb | $1,819.00 |
| Pentair IntelliChlor Plus60 | 60,000 | 2 lb | $2,579.95 |
| Jandy AquaPure 700 | 12,000 | 0.625 lb | $1,399.99 |
| Jandy AquaPure 1400 | 40,000 | 1.25 lb | $1,899.99 |
| Jandy TruClear | 35,000 | Not published | $1,099.99 (replacement cell) |
The prices are what Leslie's lists for replacement cells. Each manufacturer's manual supplies the ratings and output numbers.
Chlorine output by cell
A cell built for a larger pool turns out more chlorine daily.
Output figures appear in Pentair's manual. The LT15 suits pools of 15,000 gallons. At 63 watts it turns out 0.65 pounds of chlorine daily. The Plus30 suits pools of 30,000 gallons. Running at 129 watts, it turns out 1.1 pounds daily.
Output climbs higher still on the largest units. For 40,000 gallons, Pentair's Plus40 turns out 1.4 pounds daily while drawing 186 watts. Covering 60,000 gallons, the Plus60 puts out 2.0 pounds daily at 206 watts.
Salt cell lifespan
Before buying, find out your generator's age. With good upkeep, a generator runs for 3 to 7 years. Expect a cell to serve 8,000 to 15,000 running hours, according to Discount Salt Pool's guide.
An old cell nearing its hours deserves replacing before swimming season, not once it fails, given new ones start at $699.00.
Questions people bring to the counter
How much is a new salt cell?
Expect to pay $700 to $1,100 for a new cell in most cases. The 15,000 gallon Hayward T-CELL-3 opens the retail list at $699.00. Big models rated at 40,000 gallons, such as the Jandy AquaPure 1400, carry a $1,899.99 price tag.
How often must a salt cell be replaced?
With good upkeep, a generator keeps working 3 to 7 years. Expect a cell to serve 8,000 to 15,000 running hours.
What are the signs that my salt cell needs replacing?
Look at how old your generator is and how many hours it has run. With proper upkeep, one keeps going 3 to 7 years. A cell gives you 8,000 to 15,000 hours.
How much would a complete new salt chlorinator set you back?
Getting a fresh cell costs $700 to $1,100. You'll see the Pentair IntelliChlor LT15 for 15,000 gallons listed at $1,239.00, while a Plus40 for 40,000 gallons runs $1,819.00. Jandy's lineup spans $1,099.99 for the TruClear to $1,899.99 for the AquaPure 1400.