Acid Demand Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Acid Demand (AD) is:

\[ AD = (TA - DTA) \times V \times 0.0015 \]

Where:

\(AD\) is the acid demand (liters)
\(TA\) is the total alkalinity of the pool water (ppm)
\(DTA\) is the desired total alkalinity (ppm)
\(V\) is the volume of the pool (liters)

What is an Acid Demand?

Acid demand refers to the amount of acid required to lower the pH level of a solution, substance, or environment to a desired level. This term is commonly used in water treatment processes, swimming pool maintenance, and soil testing. The acid demand is determined through a test which helps in maintaining the correct pH balance, preventing potential damage or harmful reactions.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Total Alkalinity (TA) = 120 ppm
Desired Total Alkalinity (DTA) = 80 ppm
Volume of the Pool (V) = 50,000 liters

Using the formula to calculate the Acid Demand (AD):

\[ AD = (TA - DTA) \times V \times 0.0015 = (120 - 80) \times 50,000 \times 0.0015 = 3,000 \text{ liters} \]

The Acid Demand (AD) is 3,000 liters.