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Acid type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Muriatic 31% or CO2.
Related themes: Feed rate inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator | acidType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Active bathers is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: People actually in the water.
Related themes: Lifeguard ratio inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Lifeguard-to-Swimmer Ratio Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifeguard-to-Swimmer Ratio Calculator | activeBathers | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Activity level is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Calm, moderate, vigorous, or kids' play.
Related themes: Splash-out inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator | swimmerActivity | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Add-ons is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Heater, spa, waterfall, lighting, automation, fence, cover.
Related themes: Installation cost inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Installation Cost Estimator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Installation Cost Estimator | addOns | select | — | Yes | default none |
Addition method is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Skimmer sock or pre-dissolve — CYA is slow to dissolve.
Related themes: Cyanuric acid adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Calculator | additionMethod | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Age group is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Adults, mixed, youth under 12, or learn-to-swim.
Related themes: Lifeguard ratio inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Lifeguard-to-Swimmer Ratio Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifeguard-to-Swimmer Ratio Calculator | ageGroup | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Air temp is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Heat loss inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator | airTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Air temperature is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Evaporation inputs · Leak comparison inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator, Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator | airTemp | number | °F | No | min 0; max 130; step 1; placeholder 85 |
| Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool | ambientTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Algaecide type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Polyquat (poly-60) is non-foaming and stain-free.
Related themes: Algaecide dose
Used in 1 calculator: Algaecide Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algaecide Dosage Calculator | algaecideType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Alkalinity (if tested) is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Optional
Related themes: Pool opening inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Opening Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Opening Chemical Calculator | totalAlkalinity | number | ppm | No | min 0; max 400; step 1; placeholder 100 |
Ambient temp is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Average outdoor air.
Related themes: Spa energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Energy Cost Calculator | avgAmbientTemp_F | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Annual heating demand is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Total BTU per year (from heat-loss × season).
Related themes: Comparison inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison | totalBTUperYear | number | BTU/yr | Yes | min 100000; step 100000; placeholder 5000000 |
Annual ownership cost is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the ownership tool.
Related themes: Pool ROI inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator | annualOwnershipCost | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Average air temp is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Outdoor air during heating season.
Related themes: Heat pump inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Heat Pump Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Pump Sizing Calculator | ambientTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Average depth is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Water depth, not shell depth.
Related themes: Spa volume inputs · Installation cost inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator, Pool Installation Cost Estimator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator | avgDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Installation Cost Estimator | avgDepth | number | ft | No | min 3; max 12; step 0.1; placeholder 5.5 |
Backwash duration is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Minutes per backwash.
Related themes: Backwash inputs · Backwash loss inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator, Backwash Water Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator | backwashDuration | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Backwash Water Loss Calculator | backwashDuration | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Backwash flow rate is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: GPM during backwash.
Related themes: Backwash inputs · Backwash loss inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator, Backwash Water Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator | backwashRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Backwash Water Loss Calculator | backwashRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Backwash per year is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the backwash tool.
Related themes: Annual loss inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator | backwashGallonsPerYear | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Backwashes per month is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Backwash inputs · Backwash loss inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator, Backwash Water Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator | backwashesPerMonth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Backwash Water Loss Calculator | backwashesPerMonth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Base over-dig is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Extra depth for the gravel base.
Related themes: Excavation inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Excavation Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Excavation Volume Calculator | baseOverdigFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Bathers per hour is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Peak hourly bather load.
Related themes: Feed rate inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator | batherLoadPerHour | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Berm height is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Berm & fill inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator | bermHeight | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Berm length is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Berm & fill inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator | bermLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Berm profile is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Rectangular or tapering triangular profile.
Related themes: Berm & fill inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator | bermShape | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Berm width is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Berm & fill inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator | bermWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Bromine product is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Granular or tablets (BCDMH).
Related themes: Bromine dose
Used in 1 calculator: Bromine Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromine Dosage Calculator | bromineType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Bucket water drop is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Inches the bucket fell — this is pure evaporation.
Related themes: Bucket test inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Bucket Test Leak Detection Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucket Test Leak Detection Calculator | bucketDropInches | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Cal-hypo 65% added is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: The known amount you added, in lbs.
Related themes: Chlorine demand test
Used in 1 calculator: Chlorine Demand Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine Demand Calculator | chlorineAdded_lbs | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Calcium hardness is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ppm
Related themes: Water balance inputs · Inspection inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator, Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator | calciumHardness | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool | calciumHardness | number | ppm | Yes | min 0; max 2000; step 1; placeholder 250 |
Calcium hardness (if tested) is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Optional
Related themes: Pool opening inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Opening Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Opening Chemical Calculator | calciumHardness | number | ppm | No | min 0; max 1000; step 1; placeholder 250 |
Chemical is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Chlorine, bromine, pH up/down, alkalinity, calcium, or shock.
Related themes: Spa dosage inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Chemical Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Chemical Dosage Calculator | chemicalType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Chlorinator is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Liquid 12.5%, cal-hypo 65%, or on-site generation.
Related themes: Feed rate inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator | chlorinatorType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Chlorine method is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Tablet, liquid, salt-SWG, or cal-hypo.
Related themes: Annual chemical budget · Chemical budget inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker, Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget)
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker | chlorineMethod | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget) | chlorineMethod | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Chlorine per month is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: lbs/month (or gal for liquid).
Related themes: Annual chemical budget · Chemical budget inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker, Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget)
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker | chlorineMonthlyLbs | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget) | chlorineMonthly | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Chlorine price is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per lb or gal.
Related themes: Annual chemical budget · Chemical budget inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker, Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget)
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker | chlorinePricePerLb | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget) | chlorinePrice | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Chlorine product is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Pick the exact product you'll use — strength changes the dose.
Related themes: Chlorine dose · SLAM inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Free Chlorine Dosage Calculator, SLAM Protocol Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Chlorine Dosage Calculator | chlorineType | select | — | Yes | default cal-hypo-65 |
| SLAM Protocol Calculator | chlorineProduct | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Chlorine type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Liquid or on-site electrolytic.
Related themes: Disinfection inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator | chlorineType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Circuit amps is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the breaker size.
Related themes: Wire gauge inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Equipment Wire Gauge Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Equipment Wire Gauge Calculator | circuitAmps | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Circuit type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Dedicated spa circuit or shared pool pump.
Related themes: Spillover spa inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator | dedicatedSpaCircuit | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Circulation pump is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Watts (runs 24/7).
Related themes: Spa energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Energy Cost Calculator | circulationPumpW | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Climate zone is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Hot-sunny, moderate, or cool-cloudy.
Related themes: Solar sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Solar Pool Heater Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Pool Heater Sizing Calculator | climateZone | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Cloudiness is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Slightly, moderately, or very cloudy.
Related themes: Clarifier dose
Used in 1 calculator: Clarifier Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarifier Dosage Calculator | waterClarity | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Compare to service? is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Show DIY vs service cost.
Related themes: Chemical budget inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget)
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget) | serviceCompare | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Concrete type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Gunite or shotcrete.
Related themes: Shell inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator | concreteType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Conductor is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Copper or aluminum.
Related themes: Voltage drop inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator | conductorMaterial | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Controller is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Watts.
Related themes: Spa energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Energy Cost Calculator | controllerW | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Coping width is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Typically 12 inches.
Related themes: Coping inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Coping Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Coping Calculator | copingWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Cost per gate is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Self-latching, self-closing.
Related themes: Fence inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Fence Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Fence Calculator | gateCostEach | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Cost per shock is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $
Related themes: Annual chemical budget
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker | shockCostEach | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Cost per visit is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $
Related themes: Maintenance cost inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator | visitCost | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Cover type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: None, solar bubble, solid, or liquid.
Related themes: Heat loss inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator | coverUsed | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current alkalinity is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ppm
Related themes: Winterization inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator | currentTA | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current borate is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From a borate test strip, in ppm.
Related themes: Borate dose
Used in 1 calculator: Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator | currentBorate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current bromine is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit, in ppm.
Related themes: Bromine dose
Used in 1 calculator: Bromine Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromine Dosage Calculator | currentBromine | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current calcium hardness is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit, in ppm.
Related themes: Calcium hardness adjustment · Winterization inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Calcium Hardness Adjustment Calculator, Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium Hardness Adjustment Calculator | currentCH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator | currentCH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current cyanuric acid is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit, in ppm.
Related themes: Cyanuric acid adjustment · Winterization inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Calculator, Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Calculator | currentCYA | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator | currentCYA | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current free chlorine is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit, in ppm.
Related themes: Shock dose · Disinfection inputs · Winterization inputs · SLAM inputs
Used in 4 calculators: Pool Shock Treatment Calculator, Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator, Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator, SLAM Protocol Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Shock Treatment Calculator | currentFC | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator | currentFC | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator | currentFC | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| SLAM Protocol Calculator | currentFC | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current free chlorine (FC) is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit, in ppm.
Related themes: Chlorine dose
Used in 1 calculator: Free Chlorine Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Chlorine Dosage Calculator | currentFC | number | ppm | Yes | min 0; max 20; step 0.1; placeholder 1 |
Current level is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit.
Related themes: Spa dosage inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Chemical Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Chemical Dosage Calculator | currentLevel | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current pH is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit.
Related themes: pH adjustment · Borate dose · Winterization inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Pool pH Adjustment Calculator, Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator, Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool pH Adjustment Calculator | currentPH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator | currentPH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator | currentPH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current phosphates is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From a phosphate test, in ppb.
Related themes: Phosphate remover dose
Used in 1 calculator: Phosphate Remover Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phosphate Remover Dosage Calculator | currentPhosphates | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current salt level is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From a test strip or your SWG display, in ppm.
Related themes: Salt adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Salt Level Calculator (SWG)
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Level Calculator (SWG) | currentSalt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current sand charge is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Pounds of sand the filter holds.
Related themes: Glass media inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Glass Media Filter Conversion Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glass Media Filter Conversion Calculator | currentSandLbs | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current speed is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: % of full speed (single-speed = 100%).
Related themes: VSP savings inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator | currentSpeed | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current surface is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: What you're replacing.
Related themes: Resurfacing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Resurfacing Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Resurfacing Cost Calculator | currentSurface | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current TDS is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From a TDS meter, in ppm.
Related themes: TDS dilution
Used in 1 calculator: TDS Dilution Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDS Dilution Calculator | currentTDS | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current temp is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Spa heating inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator | currentTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current total alkalinity is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit, in ppm.
Related themes: Alkalinity adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Total Alkalinity Adjustment Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Alkalinity Adjustment Calculator | currentTA | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Current water temp is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Heater sizing inputs · Heat time inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Heater BTU Calculator, Time to Heat Pool Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heater BTU Calculator | currentTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Time to Heat Pool Calculator | currentTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Custom sq ft / bather is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: If using a custom standard.
Related themes: Bather load inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Bather Load Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Bather Load Calculator | customSqFtPerBather | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Cyanuric acid is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: CYA reduces effective alkalinity.
Related themes: Water balance inputs · Disinfection inputs · Inspection inputs · SLAM inputs
Used in 4 calculators: Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator, Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator, Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool, SLAM Protocol Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator | cyaConcentration | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator | cya | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool | cya | number | ppm | Yes | min 0; max 300; step 1; placeholder 30 |
| SLAM Protocol Calculator | currentCYA | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Daily FC loss is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ppm/day consumed during the SLAM.
Related themes: SLAM inputs
Used in 1 calculator: SLAM Protocol Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLAM Protocol Calculator | estimatedDailyFCLoss | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Daily turnovers is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Residential target is 1–2 per day.
Related themes: Flow rate inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Pump Flow Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pump Flow Rate Calculator | desiredTurnovers | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Deck material is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Concrete, travertine, pavers, composite, cool-deck.
Related themes: Decking inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator | deckMaterial | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Deep end depth is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Pool dimensions · Pool surface area & depth · Excavation inputs · Shell inputs · Gunite inputs · Plaster inputs · Slope design inputs
Used in 10 calculators: Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator, Round Pool Volume Calculator, Oval Pool Volume Calculator, Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator, Freeform Pool Volume Calculator, Pool Excavation Volume Calculator, Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator, Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator, Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator, Pool Depth Profile & Slope Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator | deepDepth | number | ft | Yes | min 1; max 20; step any; placeholder 8 |
| Round Pool Volume Calculator | deepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Oval Pool Volume Calculator | deepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | deepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Freeform Pool Volume Calculator | deepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Excavation Volume Calculator | deepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator | deepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator | deepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator | deepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Depth Profile & Slope Calculator | deepEndDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Desired flow rate is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Target GPM for your turnover goal.
Related themes: Pump sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Pump Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pump Sizing Calculator | desiredFlowRate | number | GPM | Yes | min 10; max 300; step 1; placeholder 60 |
Diameter is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Measure straight across the widest point of the water surface.
Related themes: Pool dimensions
Used in 1 calculator: Round Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round Pool Volume Calculator | diameter | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Discharge elbows is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Count of 90° elbows after the pump.
Related themes: System resistance
Used in 1 calculator: Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator | numDischargeElbows | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Discharge pipe length is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: System resistance
Used in 1 calculator: Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator | dischargePipeLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Discharge pipe size is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Diameter of the line after the pump.
Related themes: System resistance
Used in 1 calculator: Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator | dischargePipeDiameter | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Electric heater is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: kW (0 if gas).
Related themes: Total load inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator | heaterKW | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Electric rate is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per kWh (for electric/heat pump).
Related themes: Heating cost inputs · Cover savings inputs · Comparison inputs · Annual energy inputs · Spa heating inputs · Spa energy inputs · Ownership cost inputs
Used in 7 calculators: Pool Heating Cost Calculator, Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator, Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison, Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator, Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator, Spa Energy Cost Calculator, Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heating Cost Calculator | electricRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator | electricRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison | electricRate | number | $/kWh | No | min 0.05; max 0.5; step 0.001; default 0.14 |
| Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator | electricRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator | electricRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Spa Energy Cost Calculator | electricRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator | electricRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Electricity rate is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per kWh from your bill.
Related themes: VSP savings inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator | electricityRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Enclosure length is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: The fenced area, not the pool itself.
Related themes: Fence inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Fence Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Fence Calculator | enclosureLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Enclosure width is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Fence inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Fence Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Fence Calculator | enclosureWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Evaporation per year is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the evaporation tool.
Related themes: Annual loss inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator | evapGallonsPerYear | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
FC after 30 min is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ppm, measured 30 minutes after dosing.
Related themes: Chlorine demand test
Used in 1 calculator: Chlorine Demand Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine Demand Calculator | hoursLater_FC | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
FC before dosing is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ppm, just before you add chlorine.
Related themes: Chlorine demand test
Used in 1 calculator: Chlorine Demand Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine Demand Calculator | currentFC | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Feature type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Bubbling rock, sheer descent, scupper, laminar, or spray.
Related themes: Feature pump inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Fountain & Water Feature Pump Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain & Water Feature Pump Sizing Calculator | featureType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Feature width is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: For sheer descent / scupper.
Related themes: Feature pump inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Fountain & Water Feature Pump Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain & Water Feature Pump Sizing Calculator | featureWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Fence style is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Aluminum, vinyl, wood, glass, or removable mesh.
Related themes: Fence inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Fence Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Fence Calculator | fenceStyle | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Fill level is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: % full — spas seldom fill to the brim.
Related themes: Spa volume inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator | fillPercent | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Fill rate is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: GPM from the hose.
Related themes: Spa volume inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator | fillRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Fill type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Topsoil, fill dirt, sand, or gravel.
Related themes: Berm & fill inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator | fillType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Fill water TDS is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Test your tap or well water; often 200–400 ppm.
Related themes: TDS dilution
Used in 1 calculator: TDS Dilution Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDS Dilution Calculator | freshwaterTDS | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Filter size is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Tank diameter.
Related themes: Backwash inputs · Glass media inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator, Glass Media Filter Conversion Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator | filterSize | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Glass Media Filter Conversion Calculator | filterType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Filter type is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Each filter adds its own head loss.
Related themes: System resistance · Backwash inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator, Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator | filterType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator | filterType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Finish type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: White, quartz, pebble, or glass bead.
Related themes: Plaster inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator | plasterType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Flow per jet is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: GPM each deck jet uses.
Related themes: Deck jet inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Deck Jet Arc Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Jet Arc Calculator | gpmPerJet | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Flow rate is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Design GPM.
Related themes: System resistance · Friction loss inputs · Pipe sizing inputs · Flow velocity inputs
Used in 4 calculators: Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator, Pipe Friction Loss Calculator, Pool Pipe Sizing Calculator, Flow Velocity Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator | flowRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pipe Friction Loss Calculator | flowRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Pipe Sizing Calculator | flowRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Flow Velocity Calculator | flowRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Free chlorine is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit, in ppm.
Related themes: Breakpoint dose · Inspection inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Breakpoint Chlorination Calculator, Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakpoint Chlorination Calculator | freeChlorine | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool | freeChlorine | number | ppm | Yes | min 0; max 20; step 0.1; placeholder 0.8 |
Free chlorine (if tested) is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Optional
Related themes: Pool opening inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Opening Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Opening Chemical Calculator | freeChlorine | number | ppm | No | min 0; max 20; step 0.1; placeholder 0 |
Fuel rate is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per therm or gallon.
Related themes: Annual energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator | fuelRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Gas rate is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per therm (for gas).
Related themes: Heating cost inputs · Ownership cost inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Heating Cost Calculator, Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heating Cost Calculator | gasRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator | gasRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Glass media factor is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Glass fills ~80% of sand weight.
Related themes: Glass media inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Glass Media Filter Conversion Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glass Media Filter Conversion Calculator | glassMediaFactor | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Grid spacing is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Center-to-center, often 6–12 inches.
Related themes: Rebar inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Rebar Quantity Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Rebar Quantity Calculator | rebarSpacingIn | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Hardness value is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Hardness converter
Used in 1 calculator: Water Hardness Unit Converter
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Hardness Unit Converter | inputValue | number | — | Yes | min 0; step any; placeholder 12 |
Head height is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Vertical rise to the feature.
Related themes: Feature pump inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Fountain & Water Feature Pump Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain & Water Feature Pump Sizing Calculator | headFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Heat pump COP is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: For heat pumps only.
Related themes: Heating cost inputs · Comparison inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Heating Cost Calculator, Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heating Cost Calculator | copValue | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison | heatPumpCOP | number | — | No | min 2; max 7; step 0.1; default 5 |
Heater efficiency is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: AFUE % for gas; ~99% electric resistance.
Related themes: Heating cost inputs · Heat time inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Heating Cost Calculator, Time to Heat Pool Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heating Cost Calculator | heaterEfficiency | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Time to Heat Pool Calculator | heaterEfficiency | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Heater fuel is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Electric, natural gas, or propane.
Related themes: Annual energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator | fuelType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Heater power is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: kW (electric spa ~5.5).
Related themes: Spa energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Energy Cost Calculator | heaterKW | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Heater rating is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: BTU/hr from the heater label.
Related themes: Heat time inputs · Annual energy inputs · Spa heating inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Time to Heat Pool Calculator, Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator, Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time to Heat Pool Calculator | heaterBTUpH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator | heaterBTUpH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator | heaterBTUpH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Heater run hours/day is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: During heating season.
Related themes: Annual energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator | heaterDailyHours | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Heater type is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Gas, propane, electric, or heat pump.
Related themes: Heating cost inputs · Spa heating inputs · Ownership cost inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Pool Heating Cost Calculator, Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator, Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heating Cost Calculator | heaterType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator | heaterType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator | heaterType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Heating months/year is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Annual energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator | heatingMonths | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Heating window is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: How many hours you'll allow to reach target.
Related themes: Heater sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Heater BTU Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heater BTU Calculator | heatingWindowHrs | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Home value is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Pool ROI inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator | homeValue | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Hose / fill rate is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Garden hose: 5–17 GPM depending on pressure & diameter.
Related themes: Pool dimensions · Pool surface area & depth · Pool sections
Used in 6 calculators: Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator, Round Pool Volume Calculator, Oval Pool Volume Calculator, Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator, Freeform Pool Volume Calculator, L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator | fillRate | number | GPM | No | min 1; max 500; step any; default 9 |
| Round Pool Volume Calculator | fillRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Oval Pool Volume Calculator | fillRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | fillRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Freeform Pool Volume Calculator | fillRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | fillRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Hours uncovered is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Overnight hours you'd otherwise leave it open.
Related themes: Cover savings inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator | hoursWithoutCover | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Humidity is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: %
Related themes: Heat loss inputs · Evaporation inputs · Leak comparison inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator, Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator, Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator | humidity | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator | humidity | number | % | Yes | min 0; max 100; step 1; placeholder 50 |
| Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool | humidity | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Inactivation target is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Giardia, Crypto, or E. coli to a log reduction.
Related themes: Disinfection inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator | inactivationTarget | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Input unit is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ppm CaCO3, gpg, mg/L Ca, °dH, °fH, or mmol/L.
Related themes: Hardness converter
Used in 1 calculator: Water Hardness Unit Converter
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Hardness Unit Converter | inputUnit | select | — | Yes | default ppm-caco3 |
Jet hours/day is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Spa energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Energy Cost Calculator | hoursJetsPerDay | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Jet pump is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: HP.
Related themes: Spa energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Energy Cost Calculator | jetPumpHP | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Lap & waste factor is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ~15% extra for laps and offcuts.
Related themes: Rebar inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Rebar Quantity Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Rebar Quantity Calculator | overlapFactor | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Launch height is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Nozzle height above the water.
Related themes: Deck jet inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Deck Jet Arc Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Jet Arc Calculator | launchHeightFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Leak per year is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the bucket test (0 if none).
Related themes: Annual loss inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator | leakGallonsPerYear | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Length is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Longest straight-line distance from end to end.
Related themes: Pool dimensions · Spa volume inputs · Installation cost inputs
Used in 4 calculators: Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator, Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator, Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator, Pool Installation Cost Estimator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator | length | number | ft | Yes | min 1; max 300; step any; placeholder 32 |
| Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | length | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator | length | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Installation Cost Estimator | length | number | ft | Yes | min 8; max 100; step 1; placeholder 32 |
Length (long axis) is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: The longest straight-line distance across the water.
Related themes: Pool dimensions
Used in 1 calculator: Oval Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oval Pool Volume Calculator | length | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Length / diameter is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Use diameter for round pools.
Related themes: Coping inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Coping Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Coping Calculator | length | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Lighting is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Total watts of pool/landscape lights.
Related themes: Total load inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator | lightingWatts | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Line type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Suction, return, or main drain — each has its own velocity range.
Related themes: Pipe sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Pipe Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pipe Sizing Calculator | pipeType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Load amps is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Actual running current.
Related themes: Voltage drop inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator | loadAmps | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Load type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Pool pumps run >3 hrs = continuous per NEC.
Related themes: Breaker sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Pump Breaker Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pump Breaker Sizing Calculator | loadType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Local water rate is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Average US municipal water: $0.004–0.008 / gallon.
Related themes: Pool dimensions · Pool surface area & depth · Pool sections
Used in 6 calculators: Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator, Round Pool Volume Calculator, Oval Pool Volume Calculator, Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator, Freeform Pool Volume Calculator, L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator | waterCostRate | number | $/gal | No | min 0; step 0.001; default 0.005 |
| Round Pool Volume Calculator | waterCostRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Oval Pool Volume Calculator | waterCostRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | waterCostRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Freeform Pool Volume Calculator | waterCostRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | waterCostRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Lower pH with is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Muriatic acid or dry acid.
Related themes: pH adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Pool pH Adjustment Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool pH Adjustment Calculator | lowerProduct | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Lower TA with is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Acid lowers both TA and pH.
Related themes: Alkalinity adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Total Alkalinity Adjustment Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Alkalinity Adjustment Calculator | lowerProduct | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Maintain temp is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: °F you hold the spa at.
Related themes: Spa energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Energy Cost Calculator | avgTempMaintain_F | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Maintenance is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Self or service company.
Related themes: Ownership cost inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator | selfMaintained | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Maintenance type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Full service, chemical-only, or self.
Related themes: Maintenance cost inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator | maintenanceType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Material is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Travertine, brick, concrete, or stone.
Related themes: Coping inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Coping Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Coping Calculator | copingMaterial | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Max voltage drop is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: 3% recommended.
Related themes: Wire gauge inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Equipment Wire Gauge Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Equipment Wire Gauge Calculator | maxVoltageDropPercent | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Motor horsepower is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the pump's nameplate.
Related themes: Breaker sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Pump Breaker Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pump Breaker Sizing Calculator | motorHP | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Motor type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Single-phase or three-phase.
Related themes: Breaker sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Pump Breaker Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pump Breaker Sizing Calculator | motorType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Natural gas rate is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per therm.
Related themes: Comparison inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison | gasRate | number | $/therm | No | min 0.5; max 10; step 0.01; default 1.5 |
New surface is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Plaster, quartz, pebble, etc.
Related themes: Resurfacing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Resurfacing Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Resurfacing Cost Calculator | newSurface | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Night air temp is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Cover savings inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator | nightAirTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Nozzle angle is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Launch angle; 45° gives the longest arc.
Related themes: Deck jet inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Deck Jet Arc Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Jet Arc Calculator | nozzleAngleDegrees | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Nozzle count is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: For laminar / spray jets.
Related themes: Feature pump inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Fountain & Water Feature Pump Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain & Water Feature Pump Sizing Calculator | nozzleCount | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Number of gates is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Fence inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Fence Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Fence Calculator | gateCount | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Number of jets is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Deck jet inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Deck Jet Arc Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Jet Arc Calculator | numJets | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Number of swimmers is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Typical per session.
Related themes: Splash-out inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator | numSwimmers | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Observed drop / 24 hrs is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: How much the pool actually fell.
Related themes: Leak comparison inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool | observedDropInches_24hr | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Operating hours/day is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Commercial turnover inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Commercial Pool Turnover Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Pool Turnover Rate Calculator | operatingHoursPerDay | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
ORP reading is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your controller or meter, in millivolts (mV).
Related themes: ORP reference
Used in 1 calculator: ORP vs Free Chlorine Reference Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORP vs Free Chlorine Reference Tool | orp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Other equipment is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Automation, actuators, etc. (watts).
Related themes: Total load inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator | otherEquipmentW | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Other supplies / month is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per month.
Related themes: Annual chemical budget
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker | otherMonthly | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Own chemicals/month is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ if self-maintained.
Related themes: Maintenance cost inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator | ownChemicalMonthly | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
pH is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ORP is strongly pH-dependent.
Related themes: Water balance inputs · ORP reference · Inspection inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator, ORP vs Free Chlorine Reference Tool, Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator | pH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| ORP vs Free Chlorine Reference Tool | pH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool | pH | number | — | Yes | min 6; max 9; step 0.1; placeholder 7.9 |
pH (if tested) is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Optional
Related themes: Pool opening inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Opening Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Opening Chemical Calculator | pH | number | — | No | min 6; max 9; step 0.1; placeholder 7.4 |
pH chemicals / month is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per month.
Related themes: Annual chemical budget
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker | phChemicalsMonthly | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
pH chemicals/month is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $
Related themes: Chemical budget inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget)
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget) | phChemicalsMonthly | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pipe diameter is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Nominal pipe size.
Related themes: Friction loss inputs · Flow velocity inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pipe Friction Loss Calculator, Flow Velocity Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipe Friction Loss Calculator | pipeDiameter | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Flow Velocity Calculator | pipeDiameter | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pipe length is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Total straight run.
Related themes: Friction loss inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pipe Friction Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipe Friction Loss Calculator | pipeLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pipe material is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: PVC, copper, or ABS — sets the roughness factor.
Related themes: Friction loss inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pipe Friction Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipe Friction Loss Calculator | pipeMaterial | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pipe size is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Feed line diameter.
Related themes: Waterfall inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Waterfall Flow Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfall Flow Rate Calculator | pipeSize | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool / spa volume is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Bromine dose
Used in 1 calculator: Bromine Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromine Dosage Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool condition is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Helps explain the likely cause.
Related themes: Chlorine demand test · SLAM inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Chlorine Demand Calculator, SLAM Protocol Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine Demand Calculator | poolCondition | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| SLAM Protocol Calculator | poolCondition | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool install cost is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the installation estimator.
Related themes: Pool ROI inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator | poolInstallCost | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool length is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Working room is added automatically.
Related themes: Excavation inputs · Shell inputs · Gunite inputs · Decking inputs · Plaster inputs · Slope design inputs
Used in 6 calculators: Pool Excavation Volume Calculator, Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator, Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator, Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator, Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator, Pool Depth Profile & Slope Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Excavation Volume Calculator | length | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator | poolLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator | poolLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator | poolLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator | poolLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Depth Profile & Slope Calculator | poolLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool perimeter is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Total distance around the pool edge.
Related themes: Tile inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Tile Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Tile Calculator | poolPerimeter | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool shape is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Rectangular, round, oval, or freeform.
Related themes: Coping inputs · Plaster inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Coping Calculator, Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Coping Calculator | poolShape | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator | poolShape | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool size is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Surface area in square feet.
Related themes: Comparison inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Above-Ground vs In-Ground Cost Comparison
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Above-Ground vs In-Ground Cost Comparison | poolSizeSqFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool surface is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Sets the recommended target range.
Related themes: Calcium hardness adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Calcium Hardness Adjustment Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium Hardness Adjustment Calculator | poolType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool surface area is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Length × width of the water surface.
Related themes: Heat pump inputs · Solar sizing inputs · Heat loss inputs · Cover savings inputs · Evaporation inputs · Bucket test inputs · Leak comparison inputs · Bather load inputs
Used in 8 calculators: Heat Pump Sizing Calculator, Solar Pool Heater Sizing Calculator, Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator, Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator, Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator, Bucket Test Leak Detection Calculator, Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool, Pool Bather Load Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Pump Sizing Calculator | surfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Solar Pool Heater Sizing Calculator | poolSurfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator | poolSurfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator | poolSurfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator | poolSurfaceArea | number | ft² | Yes | min 50; step any; placeholder 500 |
| Bucket Test Leak Detection Calculator | poolSurfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool | poolSurfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Bather Load Calculator | poolSurfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool type is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Residential, commercial, spa, or above-ground.
Related themes: Pump sizing inputs · Bather load inputs · Commercial turnover inputs · Installation cost inputs · Ownership cost inputs · Pool ROI inputs · Winterization inputs · Pool opening inputs
Used in 8 calculators: Pool Pump Sizing Calculator, Pool Bather Load Calculator, Commercial Pool Turnover Rate Calculator, Pool Installation Cost Estimator, Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator, Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator, Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator, Pool Opening Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pump Sizing Calculator | poolType | select | — | Yes | default residential |
| Pool Bather Load Calculator | poolType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Commercial Pool Turnover Rate Calculator | poolType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Installation Cost Estimator | poolType | select | — | Yes | default concrete-gunite |
| Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator | poolType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator | poolType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator | poolType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Opening Chemical Calculator | poolType | select | — | Yes | default chlorine |
Pool type / jurisdiction is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Sets the applicable ranges.
Related themes: Inspection inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool | poolType | select | — | Yes | default commercial |
Pool volume is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Don't know it? Use our volume calculators first.
Related themes: Chlorine dose · Shock dose · pH adjustment · Alkalinity adjustment · Calcium hardness adjustment · Cyanuric acid adjustment · Salt adjustment · Breakpoint dose · Algaecide dose · Clarifier dose · Phosphate remover dose · TDS dilution · Borate dose · Chlorine demand test · Annual chemical budget · Flow rate inputs · Turnover inputs · Run time inputs · Pump sizing inputs · Sand filter inputs · Cartridge filter inputs · DE filter inputs · Heater sizing inputs · Heat pump inputs · Heat time inputs · Annual loss inputs · Commercial turnover inputs · Feed rate inputs · Disinfection inputs · Spillover spa inputs · Ownership cost inputs · Chemical budget inputs · Maintenance cost inputs · Winterization inputs · SLAM inputs · Pool opening inputs
Used in 36 calculators: Free Chlorine Dosage Calculator, Pool Shock Treatment Calculator, Pool pH Adjustment Calculator, Total Alkalinity Adjustment Calculator, Calcium Hardness Adjustment Calculator, Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Calculator, Salt Level Calculator (SWG), Breakpoint Chlorination Calculator, Algaecide Dosage Calculator, Clarifier Dosage Calculator, Phosphate Remover Dosage Calculator, TDS Dilution Calculator, Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator, Chlorine Demand Calculator, Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker, Pool Pump Flow Rate Calculator, Pool Turnover Rate Calculator, Filter Run Time Calculator, Pool Pump Sizing Calculator, Sand Filter Sizing Calculator, Cartridge Filter Sizing Calculator, DE Filter Sizing Calculator, Pool Heater BTU Calculator, Heat Pump Sizing Calculator, Time to Heat Pool Calculator, Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator, Commercial Pool Turnover Rate Calculator, Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator, Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator, Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator, Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator, Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget), Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator, Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator, SLAM Protocol Calculator, Pool Opening Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Chlorine Dosage Calculator | poolVolume | number | gal | Yes | min 500; step any; placeholder 20000 |
| Pool Shock Treatment Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool pH Adjustment Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Total Alkalinity Adjustment Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Calcium Hardness Adjustment Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Salt Level Calculator (SWG) | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Breakpoint Chlorination Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Algaecide Dosage Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Clarifier Dosage Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Phosphate Remover Dosage Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| TDS Dilution Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Chlorine Demand Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Pump Flow Rate Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Turnover Rate Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Filter Run Time Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Pump Sizing Calculator | poolVolume | number | gal | Yes | min 500; step any; placeholder 15000 |
| Sand Filter Sizing Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Cartridge Filter Sizing Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| DE Filter Sizing Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Heater BTU Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Heat Pump Sizing Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Time to Heat Pool Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Commercial Pool Turnover Rate Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Pool Ownership Cost Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget) | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Winterization Chemical Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| SLAM Protocol Calculator | poolVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Opening Chemical Calculator | poolVolume | number | gal | Yes | min 500; step any; placeholder 15000 |
Pool water drop is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Inches the pool fell over the test period.
Related themes: Bucket test inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Bucket Test Leak Detection Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucket Test Leak Detection Calculator | poolDropInches | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pool width is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Excavation inputs · Shell inputs · Gunite inputs · Decking inputs · Plaster inputs
Used in 5 calculators: Pool Excavation Volume Calculator, Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator, Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator, Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator, Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Excavation Volume Calculator | width | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator | poolWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator | poolWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator | poolWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator | poolWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Price per cubic yard is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Delivered.
Related themes: Berm & fill inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berm & Fill Dirt Calculator | pricePerCubicYard | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Price per linear ft is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Installed.
Related themes: Fence inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Fence Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Fence Calculator | pricePerLinearFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Price per sq ft is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Material cost.
Related themes: Coping inputs · Decking inputs · Plaster inputs · Tile inputs
Used in 4 calculators: Pool Coping Calculator, Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator, Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator, Pool Tile Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Coping Calculator | pricePerSqFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator | pricePerSqFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator | pricePerSqFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Tile Calculator | pricePerSqFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Product is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Borax raises pH; boric acid is pH-neutral.
Related themes: Borate dose
Used in 1 calculator: Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator | boratProduct | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Product strength is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Standard or high-strength lanthanum-based remover.
Related themes: Phosphate remover dose
Used in 1 calculator: Phosphate Remover Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phosphate Remover Dosage Calculator | productConcentration | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Product type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Clarifier filters out; flocculant drops to floor to vacuum.
Related themes: Clarifier dose
Used in 1 calculator: Clarifier Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarifier Dosage Calculator | clarifierType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Propane rate is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per gallon.
Related themes: Comparison inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas vs Electric vs Heat Pump Cost Comparison | propaneRate | number | $/gal | No | min 1; max 8; step 0.01; default 3.5 |
Pump flow rate is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Your pump's actual GPM (use the flow-rate tool if unknown).
Related themes: Turnover inputs · Run time inputs · Sand filter inputs · Cartridge filter inputs · DE filter inputs
Used in 5 calculators: Pool Turnover Rate Calculator, Filter Run Time Calculator, Sand Filter Sizing Calculator, Cartridge Filter Sizing Calculator, DE Filter Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Turnover Rate Calculator | pumpFlowRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Filter Run Time Calculator | pumpFlowRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Sand Filter Sizing Calculator | pumpFlowRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Cartridge Filter Sizing Calculator | pumpFlowRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| DE Filter Sizing Calculator | pumpFlowRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pump horsepower is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: VSP savings inputs · Annual energy inputs · Total load inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator, Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator, Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator | pumpHP | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator | pumpHP | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator | pumpHP | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pump run hours/day is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Annual energy inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Annual Energy Cost Calculator | pumpDailyHours | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Pump voltage is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: 115V or 230V.
Related themes: Total load inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator | pumpVoltage | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Raise pH with is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Soda ash is the standard pH raiser.
Related themes: pH adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Pool pH Adjustment Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool pH Adjustment Calculator | raiseProduct | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Rebar size is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: #3, #4, or #5 (3/8", 1/2", 5/8").
Related themes: Rebar inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Rebar Quantity Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Rebar Quantity Calculator | rebarSize | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Rebound waste is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Gunite rebounds ~20% during shooting.
Related themes: Gunite inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator | applicationWaste | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Region is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Sets the regional cost multiplier.
Related themes: Installation cost inputs · Resurfacing inputs · Pool ROI inputs · Renovation scope · Comparison inputs
Used in 5 calculators: Pool Installation Cost Estimator, Pool Resurfacing Cost Calculator, Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator, Pool Renovation Cost Estimator, Above-Ground vs In-Ground Cost Comparison
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Installation Cost Estimator | region | select | — | Yes | default southwest-us |
| Pool Resurfacing Cost Calculator | region | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator | region | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Renovation Cost Estimator | region | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Above-Ground vs In-Ground Cost Comparison | region | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Rinse duration is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Minutes of rinse after backwash.
Related themes: Backwash inputs · Backwash loss inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator, Backwash Water Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator | rinseDuration | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Backwash Water Loss Calculator | rinseDuration | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Run hours per day is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: How long the pump runs daily.
Related themes: Flow rate inputs · Turnover inputs · VSP savings inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Pool Pump Flow Rate Calculator, Pool Turnover Rate Calculator, Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pump Flow Rate Calculator | operatingHours | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Turnover Rate Calculator | operatingHours | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator | dailyRunHours | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Run length (one-way) is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Distance from panel to equipment.
Related themes: Wire gauge inputs · Voltage drop inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Equipment Wire Gauge Calculator, Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Equipment Wire Gauge Calculator | circuitLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator | circuitLengthFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Salt cell is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: kW (0 if no SWG).
Related themes: Total load inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Pool Electrical Load Calculator | saltCellKW | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Salt type is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Use pool-grade or food-grade salt, 99%+ pure.
Related themes: Salt adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Salt Level Calculator (SWG)
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Level Calculator (SWG) | saltType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Scope items is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Resurface, liner, pump, filter, heater, lights, automation, tile, coping, deck, VGB drain.
Related themes: Renovation scope
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Renovation Cost Estimator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Renovation Cost Estimator | renovationItems | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Season extension is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Extra months of swimming you want.
Related themes: Solar sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Solar Pool Heater Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solar Pool Heater Sizing Calculator | targetExtensionMonths | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Section 1 — deep depth is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Pool sections
Used in 1 calculator: L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | s1DeepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Section 1 — length is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: The main (longer) arm of the L.
Related themes: Pool sections
Used in 1 calculator: L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | s1Length | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Section 1 — shallow depth is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Pool sections
Used in 1 calculator: L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | s1ShallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Section 1 — width is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Pool sections
Used in 1 calculator: L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | s1Width | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Section 2 — deep depth is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Pool sections
Used in 1 calculator: L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | s2DeepDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Section 2 — length is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: The shorter arm of the L (don't double-count the overlap).
Related themes: Pool sections
Used in 1 calculator: L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | s2Length | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Section 2 — shallow depth is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Pool sections
Used in 1 calculator: L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | s2ShallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Section 2 — width is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Pool sections
Used in 1 calculator: L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | s2Width | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Service frequency is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly.
Related themes: Maintenance cost inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator | serviceFrequency | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Shallow end depth is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Most round above-ground pools have one uniform depth — enter it in both fields.
Related themes: Pool dimensions · Pool surface area & depth · Excavation inputs · Shell inputs · Gunite inputs · Plaster inputs · Slope design inputs
Used in 10 calculators: Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator, Round Pool Volume Calculator, Oval Pool Volume Calculator, Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator, Freeform Pool Volume Calculator, Pool Excavation Volume Calculator, Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator, Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator, Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator, Pool Depth Profile & Slope Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator | shallowDepth | number | ft | Yes | min 0.5; max 15; step any; placeholder 3 |
| Round Pool Volume Calculator | shallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Oval Pool Volume Calculator | shallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | shallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Freeform Pool Volume Calculator | shallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Excavation Volume Calculator | shallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator | shallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator | shallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Plaster Surface Area Calculator | shallowDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Depth Profile & Slope Calculator | shallowEndDepth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Shape is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Rectangular, round, square, or irregular.
Related themes: Spa volume inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator | shape | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Shell surface area is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Floor + walls (from the concrete shell tool).
Related themes: Rebar inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Rebar Quantity Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Rebar Quantity Calculator | totalSurfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Shell thickness is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Gunite walls/floor, typically 6–8 inches.
Related themes: Shell inputs · Gunite inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator, Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete Pool Shell Volume Calculator | shellThicknessIn | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Gunite / Shotcrete Volume Calculator | shellThicknessIn | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Shock level is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Regular = 10 ppm, triple = 30 ppm, algae = 40 ppm.
Related themes: Shock dose
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Shock Treatment Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Shock Treatment Calculator | shockType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Shock product is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Cal-hypo is the most common granular shock.
Related themes: Shock dose · Breakpoint dose
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Shock Treatment Calculator, Breakpoint Chlorination Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Shock Treatment Calculator | chlorineProduct | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Breakpoint Chlorination Calculator | chlorineProduct | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Shock treatments / year is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: count
Related themes: Annual chemical budget
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Chemical Annual Cost Tracker | shockTreatmentsYearly | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Shock treatments/year is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: count
Related themes: Chemical budget inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget)
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Chemical Cost Calculator (Budget) | shockYearly | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Slope start point is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: % from shallow end where the floor begins to drop.
Related themes: Slope design inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Depth Profile & Slope Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Depth Profile & Slope Calculator | slopeStartPoint | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Soil swell factor is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Dug soil expands ~25% loose.
Related themes: Excavation inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Excavation Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Excavation Volume Calculator | soilExpansionFactor | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Spa volume is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Gallons.
Related themes: Spillover spa inputs · Spa dosage inputs · Spa heating inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator, Spa Chemical Dosage Calculator, Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator | spaVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Spa Chemical Dosage Calculator | spaVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator | spaVolume | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Spillover style is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Thin sheet or moderate curtain.
Related themes: Spillover spa inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator | spilloverStyle | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Spillway width is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Width of the spa's spillover edge.
Related themes: Spillover spa inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spillover Spa Flow Rate Calculator | spilloverWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Splash-out per year is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the splash-out tool.
Related themes: Annual loss inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator | splashGallonsPerYear | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Standard is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: MAHC, IBC, or custom.
Related themes: Bather load inputs · Lifeguard ratio inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Bather Load Calculator, Lifeguard-to-Swimmer Ratio Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Bather Load Calculator | jurisdiction | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Lifeguard-to-Swimmer Ratio Calculator | standardBody | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Static head (lift) is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Vertical rise from water to the pump/equipment.
Related themes: System resistance
Used in 1 calculator: Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator | staticHead | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Style is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Thin sheet, moderate curtain, or heavy cascade.
Related themes: Waterfall inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Waterfall Flow Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfall Flow Rate Calculator | waterfallStyle | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Suction elbows is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Count of 90° elbows before the pump.
Related themes: System resistance
Used in 1 calculator: Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator | numSuctionElbows | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Suction pipe length is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: System resistance
Used in 1 calculator: Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator | suctionPipeLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Suction pipe size is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Diameter of the line into the pump.
Related themes: System resistance
Used in 1 calculator: Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dynamic Head (TDH) Calculator | suctionPipeDiameter | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Surface area is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your pool plan, or estimate by gridding the shape into squares.
Related themes: Pool surface area & depth · Resurfacing inputs · Renovation scope
Used in 3 calculators: Freeform Pool Volume Calculator, Pool Resurfacing Cost Calculator, Pool Renovation Cost Estimator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freeform Pool Volume Calculator | surfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Resurfacing Cost Calculator | poolSurfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Renovation Cost Estimator | poolSurfaceArea | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Swim days per year is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Splash-out inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator | swimDaysPerYear | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Swim hours per day is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Splash-out inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator | swimHoursPerDay | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target borate is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Most aim for 30–50 ppm.
Related themes: Borate dose
Used in 1 calculator: Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borate (Borax) Dosage Calculator | targetBorate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target bromine is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Pools 2–4 ppm; spas 3–5 ppm.
Related themes: Bromine dose
Used in 1 calculator: Bromine Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bromine Dosage Calculator | targetBromine | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target calcium hardness is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Plaster 200–400, vinyl/fiberglass 150–250 ppm.
Related themes: Calcium hardness adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Calcium Hardness Adjustment Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium Hardness Adjustment Calculator | targetCH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target cyanuric acid is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Chlorine pools 30–50 ppm; salt pools 60–80 ppm.
Related themes: Cyanuric acid adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Calculator | targetCYA | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target free chlorine is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Commercial often 2–4 ppm.
Related themes: Feed rate inputs · Disinfection inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator, Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator | targetFC | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Commercial Pool Disinfection (CT) Calculator | targetFC | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target free chlorine (FC) is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Most pools target 2–4 ppm.
Related themes: Chlorine dose
Used in 1 calculator: Free Chlorine Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Chlorine Dosage Calculator | targetFC | number | ppm | Yes | min 0.5; max 20; step 0.1; placeholder 3 |
Target level is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Spa targets: FC/Br 3–5, pH 7.2–7.6.
Related themes: Spa dosage inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Chemical Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Chemical Dosage Calculator | targetLevel | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target pH is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Ideal range is 7.2–7.6.
Related themes: pH adjustment · Feed rate inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool pH Adjustment Calculator, Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool pH Adjustment Calculator | targetPH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Commercial Chemical Feed Rate Calculator | targetPH | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target phosphates is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Aim for under 100–125 ppb.
Related themes: Phosphate remover dose
Used in 1 calculator: Phosphate Remover Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phosphate Remover Dosage Calculator | targetPhosphates | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target salt level is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Check your generator — usually 2,700–3,400 ppm.
Related themes: Salt adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Salt Level Calculator (SWG)
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Level Calculator (SWG) | targetSalt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target speed is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: % of full speed you'd run the VSP at.
Related themes: VSP savings inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator | targetSpeed | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target TDS is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Under ~2,000 ppm for non-salt pools.
Related themes: TDS dilution
Used in 1 calculator: TDS Dilution Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDS Dilution Calculator | targetTDS | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target temp is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Most spas run 100–104°F.
Related themes: Spa heating inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Heating Time & Cost Calculator | targetTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target total alkalinity is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Ideal range is 80–120 ppm.
Related themes: Alkalinity adjustment
Used in 1 calculator: Total Alkalinity Adjustment Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Alkalinity Adjustment Calculator | targetTA | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target velocity is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Suction 4–6, return 6–8, main drain 3–5 fps.
Related themes: Pipe sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Pipe Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pipe Sizing Calculator | targetVelocity | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Target water temp is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Most swimmers like 80–84°F.
Related themes: Heater sizing inputs · Heat pump inputs · Heat time inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Pool Heater BTU Calculator, Heat Pump Sizing Calculator, Time to Heat Pool Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heater BTU Calculator | targetTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Heat Pump Sizing Calculator | targetTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Time to Heat Pool Calculator | targetTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Test duration is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Hours the test ran (24 is standard).
Related themes: Bucket test inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Bucket Test Leak Detection Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucket Test Leak Detection Calculator | testDurationHrs | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Tile band height is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Waterline band, typically 6 inches.
Related themes: Tile inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Tile Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Tile Calculator | tileZoneHeight | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Tile size is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: 1x1, 2x2, 4x4, or 6x6 inches.
Related themes: Tile inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Tile Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Tile Calculator | tileSizeIn | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Total alkalinity is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ppm
Related themes: Water balance inputs · Inspection inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator, Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator | totalAlkalinity | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Inspection Compliance Reference Tool | totalAlkalinity | number | ppm | Yes | min 0; max 500; step 1; placeholder 100 |
Total BTU to deliver is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the heater BTU calculator.
Related themes: Heating cost inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Heating Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heating Cost Calculator | totalBTU | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Total chlorine is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From your test kit, in ppm.
Related themes: Breakpoint dose
Used in 1 calculator: Breakpoint Chlorination Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakpoint Chlorination Calculator | totalChlorine | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Total dissolved solids is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: ppm — affects the correction factor.
Related themes: Water balance inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator | tds | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Total dynamic head is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: From the TDH calculator, in feet.
Related themes: Pump sizing inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Pump Sizing Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pump Sizing Calculator | tdh | number | ft | Yes | min 10; max 120; step 1; placeholder 40 |
Total patio length is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Outer edge to outer edge.
Related themes: Decking inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator | totalPatioLength | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Total patio width is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Decking inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator | totalPatioWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Turnovers required is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Usually 1–2 for residential.
Related themes: Run time inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Filter Run Time Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filter Run Time Calculator | turnoversRequired | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Use is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Maintenance dose vs active treatment dose.
Related themes: Algaecide dose
Used in 1 calculator: Algaecide Dosage Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algaecide Dosage Calculator | treatmentType | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Using a solar cover? is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: A cover cuts heat loss ~65%.
Related themes: Heat pump inputs · Evaporation inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Heat Pump Sizing Calculator, Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Pump Sizing Calculator | solarCover | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator | solarCover | select | — | Yes | default no |
Voltage is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: 115V, 230V, or 460V.
Related themes: Breaker sizing inputs · Wire gauge inputs · Voltage drop inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Pool Pump Breaker Sizing Calculator, Pool Equipment Wire Gauge Calculator, Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Pump Breaker Sizing Calculator | voltage | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Equipment Wire Gauge Calculator | voltage | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator | voltage | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
VSP upgrade cost is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Installed cost of the new pump.
Related themes: VSP savings inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Variable Speed Pump Energy Savings Calculator | vspUpgradeCost | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Waste % is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Cuts and breakage allowance.
Related themes: Coping inputs · Decking inputs · Tile inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Pool Coping Calculator, Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator, Pool Tile Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Coping Calculator | wastePercent | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Deck Square Footage Calculator | wastePercent | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Tile Calculator | wastePercent | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Water rate is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: $ per gallon.
Related themes: Backwash inputs · Evaporation inputs · Splash-out inputs · Backwash loss inputs · Annual loss inputs
Used in 5 calculators: Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator, Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator, Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator, Backwash Water Loss Calculator, Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backwash Volume & Water Loss Calculator | waterCostRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator | waterCostRate | number | $/gal | No | min 0; step 0.001; default 0.005 |
| Splash-Out Water Loss Calculator | waterCostRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Backwash Water Loss Calculator | waterCostRate | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Annual Pool Water Loss Cost Calculator | waterCostPer1000Gal | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Water temp is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Heat loss inputs · Cover savings inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator, Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator | poolTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Solar Cover Heat Retention Calculator | poolTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Water temperature is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Warmer water scales more easily.
Related themes: Water balance inputs · ORP reference · Evaporation inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator, ORP vs Free Chlorine Reference Tool, Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) Calculator | temperature | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| ORP vs Free Chlorine Reference Tool | waterTemp | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator | waterTemp | number | °F | Yes | min 40; max 104; step 1; placeholder 82 |
Water visibility is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Clear or slightly turbid.
Related themes: Lifeguard ratio inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Lifeguard-to-Swimmer Ratio Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifeguard-to-Swimmer Ratio Calculator | poolVisibility | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Waterfall height is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Vertical rise the pump must overcome.
Related themes: Waterfall inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Waterfall Flow Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfall Flow Rate Calculator | headPressureFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Weir width is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Width of the lip the water flows over.
Related themes: Waterfall inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Waterfall Flow Rate Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfall Flow Rate Calculator | waterfallWidth | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Width is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Leave for round.
Related themes: Pool dimensions · Coping inputs · Installation cost inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator, Pool Coping Calculator, Pool Installation Cost Estimator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rectangular Pool Volume Calculator | width | number | ft | Yes | min 1; max 150; step any; placeholder 16 |
| Pool Coping Calculator | width | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Installation Cost Estimator | width | number | ft | Yes | min 6; max 60; step 1; placeholder 16 |
Width — narrow end is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: The narrower waist or opposite end.
Related themes: Pool dimensions
Used in 1 calculator: Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | widthB | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Width — wide end is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: The widest part of the kidney, usually the lobe end.
Related themes: Pool dimensions
Used in 1 calculator: Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kidney-Shaped Pool Volume Calculator | widthA | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Width (short axis) is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: The widest distance perpendicular to the length.
Related themes: Pool dimensions
Used in 1 calculator: Oval Pool Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oval Pool Volume Calculator | width | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Width / diameter is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Diameter for round spas.
Related themes: Spa volume inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa & Hot Tub Volume Calculator | width | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Wind speed is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Wind dramatically increases evaporative loss.
Related themes: Heat loss inputs · Evaporation inputs · Leak comparison inputs
Used in 3 calculators: Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator, Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator, Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Heat Loss Rate Calculator | windSpeed | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Pool Evaporation Rate Calculator | windSpeed | number | mph | No | min 0; max 30; step 0.1; default 5 |
| Leak vs Evaporation Comparison Tool | windSpeed | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Winter condition is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Covered-clean, slightly green, green, or black algae.
Related themes: Pool opening inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Opening Chemical Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Opening Chemical Calculator | winterCondition | select | — | Yes | default covered-clean |
Wire gauge is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: AWG of the installed conductor.
Related themes: Voltage drop inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Circuit Voltage Drop Calculator | wireGaugeAWG | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Working room is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: Extra dig on each side for crews and forms.
Related themes: Excavation inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Pool Excavation Volume Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool Excavation Volume Calculator | workingRoomFt | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Years of ownership is an input used by the linked calculators to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Related themes: Pool ROI inputs · Comparison inputs
Used in 2 calculators: Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator, Above-Ground vs In-Ground Cost Comparison
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool ROI & Property Value Calculator | yearsOwnership | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
| Above-Ground vs In-Ground Cost Comparison | yearsOwnership | not declared | — | Not declared | — |
Your hours/week is an input used by the linked calculator to produce a stated estimate. Enter or select it using the units and limits shown for that calculator.
Context: To value your time.
Related themes: Maintenance cost inputs
Used in 1 calculator: Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator
| Calculator | Field key | Control | Unit | Required | Limits / default |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Pool Maintenance Cost Calculator | ownLaborHrsPerWeek | not declared | — | Not declared | — |