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TAYLOR TECHNOLOGIES INC K-2006 TEST KIT COMP CHLORINE FAS-DPD
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- Country Of Origin: USA
- Model Number: K-2006
- Item Package Dimensions: 9.099999990718" L x 5.599999994288" W x 3.899999996022" H
- Item Package Weight: 2.35012771292 lb
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Product | K-2006 Test Kit | K-2005 Test Kit | K-2006C Test Kit | R-0010-A Reagent | R-0013-C Reagent |
Number of Tests | 8 | 9 | 8 | - | - |
Testing Parameters | Free & Combined Chlorine, pH, Acid & Base Demand, Total Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness, Cyanuric Acid (CYA) (FAS-DPD) | Free & Total Chlorine, Bromine, pH, Acid & Base Demand, Total Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness, Cyanuric Acid (CYA) (DPD) | Free & Combined Chlorine, pH, Acid & Base Demand, Total Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness, Cyanuric Acid (CYA) (FAS-DPD) | .75 oz Replacement Calcium Buffer Reagent for Professional & Residential Taylor(R) Test Kits | 2 oz Replacement Cyanuric Acid (CYA) Reagent for Professional & Residential Taylor(R) Test Kits |
Taylor Series | Professional | Professional | Professional | - | - |
sureTREAT App Compatible | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | - | - |
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Taylor is the leading developer and manufacturer of water testing kits, test strips, and reagents. Our products are made in small quantities to ensure our products are as fresh as possible when they ship. Taylor is the go-to for every distributor, retailer, commercial operation, and homeowner…wherever water is tested.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 9.5 x 6 x 4 inches |
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Item Weight | 2 pounds |
Manufacturer | Taylor Technologies |
ASIN | B004BGF7TI |
Item model number | K-2006 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #6,092 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #12 in Swimming Pool Water Test Kits |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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About the Taylor Technologies K-2006 Pool Test Kit, Complete Service Drop Test Kit For Acid Base Demand, Total Akalinity, amp; Calcium HardnessThe Taylor Technologies K-2006 2000 pool test kit comes complete with FASDPD bromine test for acid base demand, total akalinity, and calcium hardness. This drop tester kit is unlike the OT method which will distinguish between free available chlorine and total chlorine for a accurate reading.
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Easy to use | 3.9 | 4.9 | — | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.7 |
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Value for money | — | — | — | 3.6 | 4.1 | 4.8 |
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Customers like the quality, accuracy, value, and performance of the pool test kit. For example, they mention that it enables the accurate high level measurement of free chlorine in your pool, it's worth the price and that the directions under the cover are nice to have. That said, opinions are mixed on usability and chlorine test.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the pool test kit. They mention that the test tubes themselves are of good quality, and the kit works as expected. Some say that the kit is well put together and reliable. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"QUICK SUMMARY: This is the exact and perfect kit to test your pool or spa water...." Read more
"...I can confidently say that this kit has improved the quality of my pool water, and it gives me peace of mind knowing that I’m using a professional-..." Read more
"...There are a lot of videos on using it and it gives very accurate readings. Other than phosphate levels it does everything I need...." Read more
"Came complete and in good condition. (Other reviews mentioned chemicals missing) Was not happy with the time it took to receive...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the usability of the pool water testing kit. Some mention that the instructions are easy to follow and right on the inside of the lid so they don't lose them. They also say that it's easy to learn how to test your pool water for all the essentials and is quite quick to use. However, others say that the kit is very difficult and complicated to use, tedious, and overwhelming to start with. The instructions are confusing at times.
"...What I LIKE:- It's easy to learn how to test your pool water for all the essential things: Free Chlorine, Combined Chlorine, pH, Total..." Read more
"...It’s straightforward to follow the instructions, and the color-matching system is simple and foolproof...." Read more
"...in the mail, opened it & shut it right back up because it looks daunting as all get out when you're probably already reeling over feeling new to self..." Read more
"...the K2006 kit and there is a learning curve to using it…but it’s not hard to learn...." Read more
Customers like the accuracy and reliability of the product. They say it provides accurate and reliable results, which is crucial for maintaining a pool. Some mention that the powder is very accurate, and the measurements seem to be consistent in repeated tests. Overall, customers are satisfied with the accuracy, reliability, and ease of use of the kit.
"...It is accurate, easy to use, and will save you a TON of money because you won't have to blindly follow the advice of your neighborhood pool store...." Read more
"...This kit is an absolute game changer. It provides accurate and reliable results, which is crucial for maintaining a safe and sparkling clean..." Read more
"...There are a lot of videos on using it and it gives very accurate readings. Other than phosphate levels it does everything I need...." Read more
"This is a great product. It gives very accurate measurements of my pool chemicals and is quite quick to use...." Read more
Customers like the value of the kit. They say it's worth the price, saves a lot of money, and is sufficient for the average homeowner. Customers also mention the kit comes complete with all the chemicals and a simple to follow set of instructions.
"...It is accurate, easy to use, and will save you a TON of money because you won't have to blindly follow the advice of your neighborhood pool store...." Read more
"...This kit is definitely sufficient for the average homeowner, however I would recommend spending the money and buying the larger K-2006C model test..." Read more
"...I wish you had the salt test, but it’s very expensive for that test." Read more
"...Kit came complete with all the chemicals and a very simple to follow set of instructions. You don't need to color match like the old test kits...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the outdoor living kit. They mention that it works well, provides consistent, reliable results, and is worth the price. The kit has detailed instructions and a thorough set of tests. Customers also like the SI function and the chemicals in the kit.
"...This kit is an absolute game changer. It provides accurate and reliable results, which is crucial for maintaining a safe and sparkling clean..." Read more
"Works great however it took a lot of YouTube videos to learn how to do it. This is why the 4 stars...." Read more
"...Got it back out a few weeks later to try to understand it more. It works really good and the directions under the cover are nice to have...." Read more
"...Comes with a little book that is extremely helpful. Test tubes themselves seem to be quality. Absolutely pleased to spend $75 on this kit." Read more
Customers find the documentation in the kit helpful and comprehensive. They say it provides an explanation of the science of pool chemicals, how to adjust them, and tables to determine how much. Customers also say the kit provides very detailed analysis and support documentation.
"...There is a very helpful pamphlet included in this kit that explains a lot about water testing and sanitizing. It's pretty easy to read, too...." Read more
"...This kit is not that difficult when you sit down to it. The booklet is great info but what helped me the most with actual use is the instructions..." Read more
"...It comes with an explanation of these, how to adjust them and tables to determine how much chemical to add to correct the issue...." Read more
"...Second: The guide that comes with the kit is great. It does a very good job of explaining the various test parameters without getting too in depth...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the chlorine test. Some mention that it has a great test that allows them to very precisely determine chlorine levels, including both free and combined. They say the kit is able to identify and eradicate the combined chlorine counts. However, others say that they are unable to test the chlorine with the kit that they received, and that the kit does not have a saltwater ppm test.
"...the instructions the pool place wrote down for me to do but the water only got worse...." Read more
"...- Using this kit lets you very precisely determine chlorine levels, including both free and combined chlorine, without having to do any color..." Read more
"...This a FAS-DPD test kit not a regular DPD test kit. It will NOT test for bromine despite what the description says...." Read more
"...Note this does not test for salt; if you have a salt water pool then you will probably want the add-on for measuring salt)...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the quality of the pool test kit. They mention that it came missing several bottles of reagents and multiple items from inside. Some customers also report that the kit does not include the chems needed to check the salt level.
"...Our kit however was missing the R-001 drops that test for chlorine & I've heard of others that had the same problem." Read more
"...The kit does not include the chemicals required to test for salt. This should be noted in the description of the product.VERY DISAPPOINTING...." Read more
"...Secondly, it sucks when one of the tests only has enough test chems to test 6 times. Then you have to get more chems to do the testing...." Read more
"The chemicals were all near expiration. Pretty disappointing I can't use this more than a few months after buying before needing new chemicals...." Read more
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Background: We just had built a new backyard pool this summer. Initially, I took water samples every week to two (sometimes three) different pool stores that sell chemicals and equipment to pool owners. I quickly learned that water testing is half-art and half-science. I also learned that NOBODY will be as careful to perform water tests on your pool water than YOU. Finally, I learned that there is so much variation in testing methods -- leading to differing, often conflicting advice from the pool pro at the pool store -- that the best course of action is to just do everything yourself. It's easy to do, and it'll save you money, too.
More background info: I mentioned above that I had my water tested by two (or three) pool companies. Using water samples taken at the same time and place in my pool, and having the water tested within the hour, these pool companies would give sometimes widely varying test results -- leading to sometimes conflicting advice. Example: Pool Co #1 said my free chlorine was 4 ppm, while Pool Co. #2 said my free chlorine was either near zero or super high, like around 10 ppm. Example #2: Pool Co. #1 said my Total Alkalinity was way too high; add acid! Pool Co. #2 said my alkalinity was a little low; add baking soda! Whom do I believe? This is why I test my own water now -- I *very carefully* measure everything, including the amount of water being tested, and the drops of the chemicals I add to the water. I'm not in a rush; I want accurate test results.
What I LIKE:
- It's easy to learn how to test your pool water for all the essential things: Free Chlorine, Combined Chlorine, pH, Total Alkalinity, Calcium Hardness and Cyanuric Acid (stablizer). Only the cyanuric acid test is a little tricky, but you can easily repeat that test over and over without using more test chemicals (more on that later).
- There is a very helpful pamphlet included in this kit that explains a lot about water testing and sanitizing. It's pretty easy to read, too.
- Using this kit lets you very precisely determine chlorine levels, including both free and combined chlorine, without having to do any color matching. In fact, there is no color matching for any of the tests except the pH test.
What Could Be BETTER:
- I wish the kit came with a larger supply of the chemicals you use the most: the powder and drops used with the chlorine test, and the red drops used for the pH test. These are the tests you'll want to perform daily. The other tests can be done between once a week and once a month.
- The kit should point users to the Taylor website's videos which show how to perform the tests.
Additional Advice: Using this kit, I'm taking a minimalist attitude towards pool chemicals. I don't shock the pool -- EVER -- unless combined chlorine is 1.0. That saves money on chlorine. I don't add clarifiers, phosphate removers, shocks, superchlorinators. I keep my pool water around 3-4ppm with high levels of stablizer so the chlorine doesn't get burned up in the sun. I do add algicide once a week as a precaution against algae. And I only add acid when pH rises to 7.8 or higher.
Advice on Testing Procedure: Taylor (the manufacturer) says that to measure the liquid drops correctly, you must invert the bottle 180 degrees -- not 90, 120 or 150 degrees. Turn the bottle completely upside down and SLOWLY squeeze the bottle to form full drops that fall into your test water. If you turn the bottle horizontally (90 degree rotation), then squeeze, the drops you create are undersized and you don't get accurate results because you added too little test chemical into your water. I am shocked at how pool pros at pool stores and others who maintain public swimming pools use Taylor chemicals but don't follow Taylor's instruction on performing the test procedure!
I've already disregarded the advice of the "pros" who have suggested that I add this chemical or that chemical to my pool. Using this Taylor kit, I am confident that I can continue keeping my pool water crystal clear and sparkling by spending 5 minutes a day doing chlorine and pH tests, and a few more minutes doing the other tests on Saturday morning. If I followed the advice of the "pros", I would've dumped acid into my pool when I didn't need to, or I would have shocked my pool even though there was no reason to do so. With knowledge comes power, and this Taylor kit gives me the knowledge I need to maintain my own pool water quality.
Highly recommended!!!
9/6/2012 UPDATE: It's been a year now since I wrote the above review. I re-affirm everything I wrote. My water has been sparkly clear every day of the year, and I've only shocked the pool once, just before a big pool party with lots of kids. I only use algicide after a big rain, not once a week. I test my water every 2-3 days now. I still take water samples to the area pool stores every couple of months, but I trust my results before I trust theirs. One tip I didn't mention in my review: use only one scoop of the FAS-DPD powder, not two, if the water turns pink after adding just one scoop (it always turns pink for me after one scoop). Adding the extra scoop when the water is already pink doesn't improve or detract from the test you're performing, but it does waste the expensive powder unnecessarily.
12/20/2013 UPDATE: Wow! Thanks, Amazon-ers, for all the Helpful votes! :-) This summer, we dropped using algicide altogether, even after big rains. We keep our pool in the 3.0 to 4.0 free chlorine range, and that apparently has kept algae and pink slime away without adding any other chemicals to our pool. I probably saved $50-$100 this year not using algicide. If I am worried about water clarity after a party or big rain, I add 1.5 gallons of unscented, plain Clorox (which is just diluted form of pool store liquid chlorine). The pool was spotless, crystal clear and enjoyable all year long. I also don't test the water every day, either; instead, I test the water 2-3 times a week. Because the water condition is held constant for so long, and because I know my pool and pool water so well, testing more frequently than this is unnecessary. If you're just starting out, test every day until you really understand your pool and how to balance your water. Then, back-off testing it daily but not less than 2-3x per week. I can't believe how easy it is to maintain crystal clear water. Note that I added the extra advice, above, on the test procedure to use, since it's important to not only use good quality test chemicals, but also to follow a correct test procedure, too.
01/22/2017 UPDATE: I don't have a salt test kit, and my salt water chlorine generator's salt reading was reading high (it does that when the water temp drops). So, I went to three pool stores to have my pool water tested (two of them Pinch-a-Penny stores, one a local pool store). Below are the results from the three stores.
Salt reading? 3000 or 3300 or 3750
Chlorine level? 1.5 or 4.0 or 4.0 (I got 5.5 from my own testing)
pH? 7.3, 7.6, 7.4 (I got 7.2; I added acid an hour earlier)
Alkalinity? 80 or 85 or 120 (I tested 85 after adding a little baking soda when it was 80)
Calcium hardness? 270 or 330 or 290 (I got 380)
Stabilizer? 25 or 80 or 60 (it's 60, and has been for months)
I watched one guy (who didn't test my water) shake drops out (NO! gently squeeze them out). Another squeezed drops holding the bottle horizontally (NO! hold the bottle completely upside down). The imprecision of these pool stores in their testing process is observable if you know what to look for.
The kicker? My chlorine has been high because the water cooled. The Pinch-a-Penny that told me my chlorine was only 1.5 said I should I use the Boost button to increase my chlorine. NO!!
Never, NEVER trust a pool store to test your pool water.
(I'm going to buy my own Taylor salt test kit now....)
This kit is an absolute game changer. It provides accurate and reliable results, which is crucial for maintaining a safe and sparkling clean swimming pool. The FAS-DPD method for measuring chlorine levels is a revelation compared to those finicky dip sticks.
What I love most about this kit is its precision and ease of use. It’s straightforward to follow the instructions, and the color-matching system is simple and foolproof. No more guesswork, no more frustration.
I can confidently say that this kit has improved the quality of my pool water, and it gives me peace of mind knowing that I’m using a professional-grade tool. It’s an investment that pays off in the long run, both in terms of time saved and the health of your pool.
In conclusion, if you’re still using dip sticks like I was, it’s time to upgrade to the TAYLOR TECHNOLOGIES INC K-2006 TEST KIT. Don’t be like me and wait too long to make the switch. This kit changes everything and makes pool maintenance a breeze. Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐🏊♂️🔬
This season, getting all my pool chemicals in range was a battle. I’m a relatively new pool owner and I really didn’t understand everything about the different chemical levels. I counted on a local pool chain store for testing and then selling me a bunch of stuff to get things right.
After a lot of research I bought the K2006 kit and there is a learning curve to using it…but it’s not hard to learn. There are a lot of videos on using it and it gives very accurate readings. Other than phosphate levels it does everything I need. Now I can order my own chemicals and more reasonable prices and my pool has never looked better.
Get this kit, take the time to learn how to use it and you’ll be glad you did. My final tip is when checking the colors…hold the tester up to the blue sky for the easiest color comparisons/readings in my experience.
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The kit is of good quality and the case it comes with is very durable. The testing kit is good and has produced good result for me. I have not yet tested against a pool store but the kit gets you detailed readings of your chemicals. This kit tests Total + Free Chorine, Alkalinity, PH, CYA, and Hardness. It easy to use and the instructions are clear.
My chlorine testing bottles expire 09/21 and the rest of my kits drops expire 6/22. Some tests do use quite a bit of the solutions and I am preparing to have to buy more near the end of the season.
Using a kit like this forces you to understand water chemistry a bit better. You are not at the mercy of a pool store telling you that you need this and this and some of that. I find it especially useful for our spa which I find is a bit more work to maintain than our pool. Reagents are by far more easier to read than strips which I find are often difficult to read. (e.g. the colour "kind of" matches, but not exactly). With this kit you are either comparing the colour of your water sample to a standard or you are adding drops and counting them until you water sample changes colour. It is quite easy to use.
My understanding is that the FAS-DPD test for chlorine included in this kit is best (most accurate) test available for chlorine. It uses a powder with drop reagents. You count drops until colour changes occur. DPD test kits use reagents and colour matching. OTO kits do the same, but from my understanding are quite useless. The latter two methods become very unreliable if your chlorine levels are very low or very high.
Included in this kit are tests for all of the most common water parameters that you'd want to test. (It does not have reagents for testing salt levels for those who use salt chlorinators in their pools). I don't miss this because my chlorinator provides this reading and I can compare it to my pool company when I do have my water professionally tested.