{"product_id":"pentair-520588-dummy-bypass-cell-replacement","title":"Pentair - 520588 - Dummy Bypass Cell Replacement","description":"\u003cp\u003e## Pentair IntelliChlor Salt System Pass-Through Dummy Bypass Cell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect your primary sanitation investment with the genuine Pentair IntelliChlor® Pass-Through Dummy Bypass Cell. This heavy-duty, straight-pipe spacer is engineered to temporarily replace your electronic electrolytic cell during critical equipment pad operations—safeguarding your expensive internal titanium plates from unnecessary chemical wear, high-pressure debris, or harsh seasonal elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a dummy cell is an industry best practice during **spring pool openings** (when balancing harsh startup chemicals or vacuuming heavy debris) and during **winterization cycles** to eliminate the risk of residual water freezing and expanding inside your live cell matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e### Full System Compatibility\u003cbr\u003eThis universal bypass tool is factory-engineered to drop directly into standard Pentair union configurations, seamlessly fitting:\u003cbr\u003e*   **Pentair IntelliChlor Electrolytic Cells:** Models IC15, IC20, IC40, and IC60.\u003cbr\u003e*   **Pentair EasyTouch Control Systems** with integrated salt chlorinator plumbing networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e### Key Applications \u0026amp; Benefits\u003cbr\u003e*   **Asset Protection:** Prevents early degradation of the cell's precious metal coatings during \"Super-Chlorination\" shock treatments or acid wash procedures at pool startup.\u003cbr\u003e*   **Winterization Guard:** Provides a rugged, winter-ready conduit that maintains plumbing line continuity without risking your functional cell on the equipment pad.\u003cbr\u003e*   **Precise Form Factor:** Designed to match the exact geometric spacing of a live IntelliChlor cell, locking into place with your existing union nuts—no specialized cutting or re-plumbing required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e### Technical Specifications\u003cbr\u003e*   **Application:** Seasonal pool openings, winterization, and major chemical balancing periods\u003cbr\u003e*   **Dimensions:** 17\" Width x 4\" Length x 4\" Height (Standard factory spacing)\u003cbr\u003e*   **Material:** Heavy-duty, chemical-resistant PVC composite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e### ⚠️ Procurement Policies\u003cbr\u003e*   **Return Policy:** Due to the seasonal nature of water treatment hardware and winterization components, this accessory is a **Final Sale**. Please verify your existing salt chlorinator model prior to finalizing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026gt; 📞 **Inventory \u0026amp; Seasonal Delivery Inquiry:** \u003cbr\u003e\u0026gt; Preparing your equipment pad for an upcoming winterization or spring startup? Due to high seasonal volume, inventory for bypass and winterizing components fluctuates rapidly. \u003cbr\u003e\u0026gt; \u003cbr\u003e\u0026gt; Please contact our support team directly to confirm real-time stock levels, rapid local shipping timelines, or to verify technical setup requirements for your Pentair system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pentair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59744613269585,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1053\/1186\/2865\/files\/520588-min_300x_c13c45d7-b2ca-44b1-826c-5d9c91a0e939.webp?v=1783201132","url":"https:\/\/poolbees.com\/products\/pentair-520588-dummy-bypass-cell-replacement","provider":"PoolBees Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}