{"product_id":"blueray-xl-xl-black-11k-30k-gal-pools","title":"Blueray XL Black Mineral Purifier \u0026 Catalyst | 11K-30K Pools","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlueray XL Black Mineral Purifier \u0026amp; Catalyst Starter Unit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlueray XL Black starter unit for larger residential pools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes the ionizer cylinder and mineral treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopper, silver, and zinc mineral formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-measured color-coded treatment system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaltwater compatible and designed for any pool finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer dosage chart covers 11,000–20,000 gallon high-use pools and 20,000–30,000 gallon pools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal pool chemistry and sanitizer levels are still required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlueray XL Black Mineral Purifier \u0026amp; Catalyst\u003c\/strong\u003e is the starter unit in Blueray XL's color-coded mineral-treatment system for larger swimming pools. The package includes a treated ionizer cylinder plus the mineral formulation used to begin the treatment cycle. Blueray XL describes the system as a copper, silver, and zinc mineral-based water modifier designed to support normal pool care while helping improve chemical efficiency and water clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer markets XL Black for pools in the 11,000–30,000 gallon range, but its official dosage chart adds an important sizing distinction. XL Black is specified at startup for \u003cstrong\u003e11,000–20,000 gallon high-use, high-dirt, or high-foliage pools\u003c\/strong\u003e and for \u003cstrong\u003e20,000–30,000 gallon pools\u003c\/strong\u003e. Standard pools from 7,500–20,000 gallons are shown with XL Blue instead. Use the current Blueray XL dosage chart when choosing between sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlueray XL starter units include the ionizer cylinder and the mineral treatment. The minerals dissolve into the circulating pool water, while the ionizer cylinder remains in direct water flow so the mineral system can continue operating. Blueray states that the mineral treatment is designed around a six-month interval, while the ionizer cylinder is used through the annual treatment cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer identifies the system as a 7-in-1 Mineral Purifier \u0026amp; Catalyst with functions that include flocculation, oxidation catalysis, phosphate neutralization, pH stabilization, lignin neutralization, water polishing, and Chemical Oxygen Demand reduction. These are manufacturer-described treatment functions; the product does not eliminate the need for normal pool chemistry or sanitizer maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Treatment Cycle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore installation, clean the pool filter. Place the ionizer cylinder in the pump basket or skimmer basket, then add the mineral treatment to the pump or skimmer basket and run the filtration system so the minerals dissolve into the pool. Blueray states that the minerals typically dissolve over approximately 1–3 hours. Do not add other chemicals to the skimmer while the minerals are dissolving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ionizer cylinder should remain in direct pool-water flow for normal system performance. At the six-month mark, Blueray uses color-coded booster products to replenish minerals. For XL Black applications, the official dosage chart uses XL Grey booster treatment at the six-month interval. At 12 months, the manufacturer directs users to restart the treatment cycle according to the current dosage chart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNormal Pool Chemistry Is Still Required\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlueray XL is intended to work alongside normal pool chemistry, not replace it. Current manufacturer guidance lists available chlorine at 1.0–3.0 ppm, pH at 7.2–7.8, alkalinity at 80–120 ppm, calcium hardness at 100–400 ppm, conditioner at 30–90 ppm, and TDS below 1,500 ppm for proper mineral activation. Always follow the current package directions and adjust chemistry for the specific pool and sanitizer system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlueray XL is listed as saltwater compatible, suitable for any pool finish, pre-measured by pool size, and formulated with stain inhibitors. The manufacturer also warns not to use the product with bromine, bromide chemicals, or biguanides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlueray XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL Black Mineral Purifier \u0026amp; Catalyst\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUPC \/ GTIN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e861520000051\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePool Mineral Purifier Starter Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIonizer cylinder and mineral treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMineral System\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper, silver, and zinc based\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer Sizing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11,000–20,000 gal high-use\/dirt\/foliage pools; 20,000–30,000 gal pools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment Interval\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMineral replenishment at approximately 6 months; restart cycle at 12 months per dosage chart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInstallation Location\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump basket or skimmer basket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSaltwater Compatible\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePool Finish Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned for any pool finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade In\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy with Confidence\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBenchmark Pool Supply helps customers select Blueray XL treatments by pool volume, bather load, debris level, and treatment interval. For XL Black, confirm the pool falls within the manufacturer's Black dosage range and that you need the starter unit containing both the ionizer cylinder and mineral treatment rather than a six-month booster only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat pool size is Blueray XL Black for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlueray's dosage chart uses XL Black at startup for 11,000–20,000 gallon high-use, high-dirt, or high-foliage pools and for 20,000–30,000 gallon pools. Standard 7,500–20,000 gallon pools are shown with XL Blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat comes with the XL Black starter unit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe starter unit includes the Blueray XL ionizer cylinder and the mineral treatment used to begin the treatment cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Blueray XL replace chlorine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Blueray XL states that normal pool chemistry is still required, including maintaining an appropriate sanitizer level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere is Blueray XL installed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ionizer cylinder and minerals are installed through the pump basket or skimmer basket. The filtration system is then run to dissolve the minerals into the pool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is used at the six-month treatment interval?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlueray uses booster minerals at the six-month mark. 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