When it comes to swimming pool water testing in Australia, accuracy isn’t just a perk — it’s essential. Especially if you’re using biguanide-based sanitizing systems, which require very specific balance across several water parameters. That’s exactly where the Insta-TEST® Biguanide, Biguanide Shock, Peroxide, Alkalinity, pH, and Total Hardness Test Strips from LaMotte Pacific step up as your go-to swimming pool water testing kit in Australia.
This 6-in-1 swimming pool test kits in Australia delivers rapid, precise, and user-friendly testing, making it a top choice among pool water testing equipment in Australia — all packed into a bottle that fits in your palm.
What Does This Powerhouse Strip Measure?
This strip isn’t messing around. It gives you lab-style insight in seconds across six essential parameters:
| Test Factor |
Range (ppm) |
| Biguanide |
0, 15, 30, 50, 80 |
| Biguanide Shock |
0, 40, 80, 160, 240, 360 |
| Peroxide |
0, 10, 20, 40, 60, 100 |
| Alkalinity |
0, 40, 80, 120, 180, 240 |
| pH |
6.2, 6.8, 7.2, 7.8, 8.4, 9.0 |
| Total Hardness |
0, 100, 250, 450, 800 |
Whether you’re maintaining a spa, a residential pool, or a commercial water system, this strip gives you the full chemistry picture — fast.
Why These Six Parameters Matter — Especially in Biguanide Systems
Unlike chlorine-based pools, biguanide systems rely on a non-halogen sanitizer (like Baquacil or SoftSwim). These systems require very specific chemistry and this test strip covers every critical point:
1. Biguanide (0–80 ppm)
Maintaining the correct sanitizer level ensures the water stays clean and free of bacteria, without overdosing and clouding up your pool. The sweet spot? Typically 30–50 ppm.
2. Biguanide Shock (0–360 ppm)
This is the oxidizer component that breaks down organic waste. Testing ensures your pool doesn’t get overwhelmed with organics that degrade water quality or lead to unpleasant odors.
3. Peroxide (0–100 ppm)
Hydrogen peroxide is often used in synergy with biguanide shock. Keeping this in check ensures effective oxidation without damaging surfaces or causing irritation.
4. Alkalinity (0–240 ppm)
Helps buffer pH and prevent fluctuations. Ideal range? Around 80–120 ppm. Outside this range, pH becomes hard to manage.
5. pH (6.2–9.0)
Balanced pH ensures comfort, sanitizer effectiveness, and equipment longevity. Most biguanide systems prefer a range of 7.2–7.8.
6. Total Hardness (0–800 ppm)
Too low = corrosion. Too high = scaling. For most systems, 150–400 ppm is the ideal window. This test helps you stay there.
Built for Accuracy, Designed for Simplicity
These strips are more than just convenient they’re engineered for performance in the field. Let’s break it down:
Stable Color Development
Each test pad is formulated for clear, distinct color changes and ample time for reading. That means no rushing, no misreads, and no guessing.
Cross-Contamination Control
Ever had one pad bleed into another and ruin your results? Not here. These strips are designed to prevent chemical bleeding between pads so each result stands on its own.
Rugged, UV-Resistant Packaging
Each bottle contains 25 test strips sealed inside a PopTop waterproof container with a molded desiccant liner. That means your strips stay dry, protected from humidity, and UV-resistant — even on the hottest summer day poolside.
Color Chart on the Label
Just dip, wait, and compare to the printed chart on the bottle. It’s that simple.
When Should You Use These Test Strips?
Routine testing helps prevent expensive water chemistry issues. Here’s when to test:
2–3 times per week for home pools/spas
Daily or more for commercial facilities
After treatment with shock or peroxide
Before and after heavy pool use
When troubleshooting cloudy water, algae, or sanitizer inefficiency
Who Are These Strips Perfect For?
- Pool and spa service technicians
- Commercial facility managers
- Hotel & resort maintenance teams
- Homeowners using biguanide-based systems
- Water treatment professionals
If you need fast, multi-factor testing without the bulk, this is your go-to tool.
Eco-Minded Simplicity
These strips reduce chemical waste, eliminate the need for complex testing kits, and are disposable without mess. They’re a compact, effective choice for eco-conscious professionals.
Final Word: One Strip, Six Answers
The Insta-TEST® Biguanide, Shock, Peroxide, Alkalinity, pH, and Hardness Test Strip is a one-dip solution to six of the most important water chemistry questions you can ask. Reliable, rugged, and brilliantly simple — it’s the smart choice for anyone running a biguanide pool or spa.
For Further Enquiry Contact: sales@lamottepacific.com
