{"product_id":"aquachek-pro-borate-test-strips-25ct-pool-spa-562012","title":"AquaChek Pro Borate Test Strips (25ct) | pH Buffer \u0026 Algae Inhibitor Testing | 562012","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAquaChek Pro Borate Test Strips — 25 Count (562012)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain optimal borate levels in your pool with the \u003cstrong\u003eAquaChek 562012 Pro Borate Test Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e. Borate acts as a powerful pH buffer and secondary algae inhibitor — keeping your water silky smooth, reducing eye irritation, and cutting down on chemical consumption. These professional-grade strips make monitoring borate levels quick and effortless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePRO TIP\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal borate level for swimming pools is 30–50 ppm. At this range, borate helps stabilize pH, reduces the need for pH adjusters, and provides a noticeable improvement in water clarity and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurately measures \u003cstrong\u003eborate levels\u003c\/strong\u003e in pool and spa water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain borate as a \u003cstrong\u003epH buffer and algae inhibitor\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple dip-and-read format — results in seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 test strips per bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all borate-based pool products (e.g., BioGuard Optimizer Plus, Proteam Supreme)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional-grade accuracy trusted by pool service technicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTest Parameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBorate (B₄O₇²⁻)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIdeal Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–50 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStrip Count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 per bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquaChek (Hach)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e562012\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190944020124\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Shop With Al's Cool Pool Store?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAl's Cool Pool Store is your go-to source for specialty pool water testing supplies. We carry the full AquaChek line and ship fast so you can keep your water perfectly balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaChek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44341019410567,"sku":"562012","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/1217\/4983\/files\/aquachek-pro-borate-test-strips-25ct-pool-spa-562012-complete.jpg?v=1775156738","url":"https:\/\/alscoolpoolstore.com\/products\/aquachek-pro-borate-test-strips-25ct-pool-spa-562012","provider":"Al's Cool Pool Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}