What does RPC Ultra-Low Total Chlorine test strips measure in water?

The RPC Ultra-Low Total Chlorine test strips are specifically designed to measure the total chlorine concentration in water, particularly in contexts where water treatment processes such as Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) filtration and Reverse Osmosis (RO) are utilized. Total chlorine includes both free chlorine and combined chlorine, which is crucial for ensuring that water treatment processes are effective and compliant with safety standards.

Measuring total chlorine after GAC #1 and post-RO is especially important because these stages are critical in removing contaminants and disinfection by-products. Post-treatment, it is vital to know the chlorine levels to avoid any potential negative effects on water quality. Understanding total chlorine levels can help assess the effectiveness of the water treatment system in maintaining safe and clean water.

Other options, such as measuring pH levels, chlorine dioxide levels, or water hardness, are unrelated to the specific functions of the RPC Ultra-Low Total Chlorine test strips, which focus solely on total chlorine levels in the treated water.