Product Overview
The Pool Supply Depot Pentair IntelliChlor Bypass / Dummy Cell is a practical replacement bypass tube designed to maintain proper plumbing flow when a compatible Pentair IntelliChlor salt cell is removed from the system.
This dummy cell is ideal for winterization, salt cell cleaning, troubleshooting, equipment service, or temporary operation when the original chlorine generator cell is being repaired or replaced. It installs in place of the salt cell to help keep the plumbing line sealed and operational.
This model is designed for compatibility with Pentair IntelliChlor Plus 40, Plus 60, IC20, IC40, and IC60 salt chlorine generator systems.
Ideal For
- Temporarily replacing a removed IntelliChlor salt cell
- Winterizing salt chlorine generator systems
- Running pool circulation while the salt cell is being cleaned
- Protecting plumbing during salt cell service
- Troubleshooting salt system issues
- Pool equipment pad maintenance
- Pool owners waiting for a replacement salt cell
- Compatible Pentair IntelliChlor systems
- Service technicians maintaining saltwater pools
Key Features
- Bypass / dummy cell design — installs in place of a compatible salt chlorine generator cell.
- Maintains water flow — allows pool circulation to continue when the salt cell is removed.
- Compatible with multiple IntelliChlor models — fits Plus 40, Plus 60, IC20, IC40, and IC60 systems.
- Great for winterization — helps protect the salt cell by allowing it to be removed and stored.
- Useful during cell cleaning — keeps plumbing closed while the active cell is being acid-washed or serviced.
- Service-friendly part — ideal for pool professionals and homeowners maintaining salt systems.
- Helps prevent open plumbing gaps — replaces the cell body to keep the equipment line sealed.
- No electronics included — this part does not generate chlorine and contains no electrical components.
- Cost-effective maintenance accessory — helps extend the life of the active salt cell by allowing off-season removal.
Benefits
The Pool Supply Depot IntelliChlor Bypass / Dummy Cell is a simple but valuable accessory for saltwater pool maintenance. When a salt cell is removed, the plumbing line is left open and the pool system cannot circulate normally. This bypass cell fills that space so water can continue moving through the system.
It is especially useful during winter months, when many pool owners remove their salt cell to protect it from freezing temperatures or off-season wear. It is also helpful during cleaning, diagnostics, or replacement delays.
Because this dummy cell has no electronics, it should not be confused with a working chlorine generator. It is strictly a bypass component used to maintain plumbing flow.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Pool Supply Depot Pentair IntelliChlor Bypass / Dummy Cell |
| Brand | Pool Supply Depot |
| SKU | PSD-INTELLICHLOR-DUMMY-CELL |
| UPC | Not available / custom Pool Supply Depot item |
| Product Type | Salt cell bypass / dummy cell |
| Compatible Brand | Pentair |
| Compatible Systems | Pentair IntelliChlor and IntelliChlor Plus systems |
| Compatible Models | Plus 40, Plus 60, IC20, IC40, IC60 |
| Function | Replaces salt cell body to maintain plumbing flow |
| Chlorine Generation | No |
| Electronics Included | No |
| Power Required | No |
| Installation Location | Salt chlorine generator cell plumbing position |
| Use Type | Bypass, winterization, service, cleaning, troubleshooting |
| Application | Residential saltwater pool systems |
| Material | Pool-grade molded plastic / PVC-style construction |
| Connection Style | Installs using existing compatible IntelliChlor unions |
| Included Unions | No, uses existing union connections unless otherwise stated |
| Included Cord | No |
| Active Salt Cell Included | No |
| Professional Installation Recommended | Optional, fitment should be verified |
| Sold As | Each |
Included Components
- 1 × Pool Supply Depot IntelliChlor-compatible bypass / dummy cell
Salt cell unions, O-rings, power center, flow switch, active chlorine generator cell, cord, and electrical components are not included unless specifically stated.
Compatibility Notes
This bypass / dummy cell is intended for use with compatible Pentair IntelliChlor-style plumbing installations.
Compatible model references include:
- Pentair IntelliChlor Plus 40
- Pentair IntelliChlor Plus 60
- Pentair IntelliChlor IC20
- Pentair IntelliChlor IC40
- Pentair IntelliChlor IC60
Always verify the existing salt system, union size, plumbing layout, and cell style before ordering.
Installation Notes
Turn off the pool pump and relieve system pressure before removing the active salt cell. Disconnect power to the salt system before service.
Remove the existing IntelliChlor cell from the plumbing unions, inspect the union O-rings, and install the bypass / dummy cell in the same location. Hand-tighten the unions securely and restart the pool system to check for leaks.
This part does not connect to power and does not produce chlorine. When installed, chlorine must be maintained using another approved sanitation method until the active salt cell is reinstalled.
Customer-Facing Q&A
Q: What is this bypass / dummy cell used for?
A: It is used in place of a compatible Pentair IntelliChlor salt cell to keep water flowing through the plumbing when the active cell is removed.
Q: What is the SKU?
A: The suggested Shopify SKU is PSD-INTELLICHLOR-DUMMY-CELL.
Q: What is the UPC?
A: This is a custom Pool Supply Depot item and does not have a listed UPC.
Q: Does this generate chlorine?
A: No. This is a dummy cell / bypass tube only. It does not generate chlorine.
Q: Does this have electronics?
A: No. It contains no electronics and does not connect to the salt system power center.
Q: Which Pentair models is this compatible with?
A: It is designed for compatible IntelliChlor Plus 40, Plus 60, IC20, IC40, and IC60 installations.
Q: Can I run my pool with this installed?
A: Yes, it allows water circulation, but it will not sanitize the pool. You must maintain chlorine separately while the active salt cell is removed.
Q: Is this useful for winterization?
A: Yes. It is commonly used so the active salt cell can be removed and stored during winter.
Q: Does this include unions or O-rings?
A: This listing is for the bypass / dummy cell only unless otherwise stated. Existing compatible unions and O-rings are typically reused.
Q: Is this an OEM Pentair product?
A: No. This is a Pool Supply Depot compatibility item designed for use with compatible Pentair IntelliChlor-style systems.