To understand the benefits of ozonators for hot tubs, we must first understand how they work and why they are helpful. The benefits gained from introducing ozone into the water of a hot tub is the reduced need for massive chemical shocks, reduced maintenance time and costs and helps reduce bacteria and other contaminants in the water.

An ozonators for hot tubs splits an oxygen atom (O2) into two single atoms through electrical discharge. These single atoms of oxygen flow through the water seeking to hook up with other oxygen atoms and when they do they attach themselves to them forming ozone (O3).

The sweet smell experienced following a nearby lightning strike during a storm is an indicator of the formation of ozone. Since no one wants lightning to strike the water in their hot tub, ozonators for hot tubs were developed as a much safer alternative.

An Ozone's Lifespan is Really Short

Since the life span of an ozone molecule is short, it will have no benefit on the Earth's ozone layer, however it's short-lived purpose produced by ozonators for hot tubs will help break down contaminates quickly before reverting back to a regular oxygen atom.

When ozone comes into contact with bacteria or other contaminants it quickly oxidizes them, breaking them down and destroying them, helping to keep the hot tub water free of harmful contaminants and bacteria as well as helping to keep the water sparkling clean.

While the amount of ozone produced by ozonators for hot tubs is considerably less than the naturally occurring ozone levels in the atmosphere, and it is produced in the water, it offers insignificant dangers to hot tub users. However, concentrated levels of ozone should never by inhaled directly as it will replace the oxygen in the body and can have harmful affects.

Using ozonators for hot tubs will help break down suntan lotions, oils and saliva while helping to destroy bacteria and other pathogenic germs and viruses. It also helps total dissolved solids to form larger clumps so as to be removed by the filtering system.

Almost all of today's units are fitted for the installation of ozonators for hot tubs and can easily be installed as an after-market product. Even most those without the pre-fit presence for the addition of ozonators for hot tubs can be fitted. With the potential for savings of chlorine or bromine as a sanitizer, the cost, usually under $200, make them a bargain.