Thanks to its high-performance battery and low power consumption, the EcO connected sensor has a minimum lifetime of 2 years without needing to be recharged. In fact, most of our EcO probes operate for up to 3 years before requiring replacement of certain components.
In addition to the battery, and like all pool probes, especially pH and ORP (Oxidation-Reduction Potential) probes, they have a limited lifespan due to several factors:
Material degradation:
pH probes: The sensitive part of the pH probe is made of a very delicate glass electrode. Over time, the glass deteriorates and the internal electrolyte can deplete or become contaminated, reducing measurement accuracy.
ORP probes: The electrode of the ORP probe is often made of platinum or gold, and these materials can also deteriorate or become contaminated, especially in the presence of chemical or biological contaminants in the pool water.
Fouling and contamination:
pH and ORP probes can be fouled by mineral deposits, algae, oils, and other contaminants present in the pool water. These deposits can alter measurements by creating a barrier between the electrode and the water.
Operating conditions:
Temperature fluctuations, extreme pH, chemicals (such as chlorine), and aggressive environmental conditions can accelerate the degradation of probes.
That's why, at iopool, we guarantee our sensors for 2 years, but you'll need to replace the sensors and battery after 2 to 3 years of use.
Importance of regular calibration
Calibrating probes is crucial to ensure measurement accuracy.
In summary, the limited lifespan of pool probes is due to material degradation and fouling, while regular calibration is necessary to maintain measurement accuracy and ensure effective water treatment.
Is EcO thrown in the trash?
Concerning your old probe, we invite you not to throw it away in the traditional waste garbage can, but to bring it to your nearest waste disposal center or sorting center so that it can be treated in the best way to reduce its environmental impact. (more)
How to change my EcO?
Our new-generation probe is now available. If you own an older model, you can benefit from a preferential price of €149 to replace it with this new version.
Designed to last, the new probe features replaceable components, available directly from our website. This means you can extend its life without having to replace the whole product.
Please note: the replacement module is no longer available; this new version replaces it advantageously.
Learn more about the parameters followed by EcO, the connected pool wizard.