{"product_id":"25k-gal-ig-instant-frog-mineral","title":"King Technology Instant FROG In-Ground Mineral Sanitizer 01-18-4406","description":"\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ifrog-wrap, .ifrog-wrap * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .ifrog-wrap {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n    color: #1a1a1a;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n  }\n\n  \/* Hero (compact) *\/\n  .ifrog-hero {\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0080ff 0%, #e8f4fa 100%);\n    color: #fff;\n    padding: 36px 32px;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    text-align: center;\n    margin-bottom: 28px;\n  }\n  .ifrog-hero h1 { font-size: 2em; margin: 0 0 8px; font-weight: 800; letter-spacing: -0.02em; }\n  .ifrog-tagline { font-size: 1.1em; opacity: 0.95; margin: 0 0 18px; }\n  .ifrog-badges { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center; gap: 8px; }\n  .ifrog-badge {\n    background: rgba(255,255,255,0.18);\n    border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.3);\n    color: #fff;\n    padding: 6px 14px;\n    border-radius: 50px;\n    font-size: 0.85em;\n    font-weight: 600;\n  }\n\n  \/* Intro *\/\n  .ifrog-intro {\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 0 auto 32px;\n    text-align: center;\n    font-size: 1.05em;\n    color: #333;\n  }\n\n  \/* Stat strip *\/\n  .ifrog-stats {\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #003a70 0%, #0080ff 100%);\n    color: #fff;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    padding: 24px;\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(5, 1fr);\n    gap: 12px;\n    margin-bottom: 36px;\n  }\n  .ifrog-stat { text-align: center; }\n  .ifrog-stat-value { font-size: 1.5em; font-weight: 800; color: #aedcff; }\n  .ifrog-stat-label { font-size: 0.78em; opacity: 0.85; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.05em; margin-top: 4px; }\n\n  \/* Section headings *\/\n  .ifrog-section { margin-bottom: 36px; }\n  .ifrog-section \u003e h2 { font-size: 1.5em; margin: 0 0 18px; text-align: center; color: #0066cc; }\n\n  \/* Feature card grid *\/\n  .ifrog-feature-grid {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(260px, 1fr));\n    gap: 16px;\n  }\n  .ifrog-feature-card {\n    background: #fff;\n    border: 1px solid #e1e6ed;\n    border-radius: 12px;\n    padding: 22px;\n    transition: transform 0.2s, box-shadow 0.2s;\n  }\n  .ifrog-feature-card:hover { transform: translateY(-3px); box-shadow: 0 10px 24px rgba(0,128,255,0.14); }\n  .ifrog-emoji { font-size: 1.8em; }\n  .ifrog-feature-card h5 { margin: 10px 0 6px; font-size: 1.05em; color: #1a1a1a; }\n  .ifrog-feature-card p { margin: 0; color: #444; font-size: 0.95em; }\n\n  \/* Warning *\/\n  .ifrog-warning {\n    background: #fff7e0;\n    border-left: 5px solid #f5a623;\n    border-radius: 10px;\n    padding: 18px 22px;\n    margin-bottom: 36px;\n  }\n  .ifrog-warning h4 { margin: 0 0 6px; color: #8a5b00; font-size: 1.05em; }\n  .ifrog-warning p { margin: 0; color: #5a3d00; font-size: 0.95em; }\n\n  \/* Spec grid *\/\n  .ifrog-spec-grid {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(280px, 1fr));\n    background: #f7f8fc;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    overflow: hidden;\n  }\n  .ifrog-spec-row {\n    display: flex;\n    justify-content: space-between;\n    gap: 12px;\n    padding: 12px 18px;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #e1e6ed;\n    font-size: 0.95em;\n  }\n  .ifrog-spec-key { font-weight: 600; color: #0066cc; }\n  .ifrog-spec-val { color: #1a1a1a; text-align: right; }\n\n  \/* FAQ *\/\n  .ifrog-faq-card {\n    background: #fff;\n    border: 1px solid #e1e6ed;\n    border-radius: 10px;\n    padding: 18px 22px;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  .ifrog-faq-card h4 { margin: 0 0 6px; color: #0066cc; font-size: 1.02em; }\n  .ifrog-faq-card p { margin: 0; color: #333; font-size: 0.95em; }\n\n  \/* CTA *\/\n  .ifrog-cta {\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0080ff 0%, #e8f4fa 100%);\n    color: #fff;\n    border-radius: 14px;\n    padding: 32px 28px;\n    text-align: center;\n  }\n  .ifrog-cta h2 { font-size: 1.6em; margin: 0 0 8px; }\n  .ifrog-cta p { margin: 0 0 18px; font-size: 1em; opacity: 0.95; }\n  .ifrog-perks { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center; gap: 8px; }\n  .ifrog-perk {\n    background: rgba(255,255,255,0.18);\n    border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.3);\n    padding: 6px 14px;\n    border-radius: 50px;\n    font-size: 0.88em;\n    font-weight: 600;\n  }\n\n  \/* Responsive *\/\n  @media (max-width: 700px) {\n    .ifrog-hero h1 { font-size: 1.5em; }\n    .ifrog-stats { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-wrap\"\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ifrog-hero\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eKing Technology Instant FROG In-Ground Mineral Sanitizer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"ifrog-tagline\"\u003eDrop it in. Cut chlorine in half.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-badges\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"ifrog-badge\"\u003eAuthorized King Technology Dealer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-badge\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-badge\"\u003eUp to 25,000 Gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-badge\"\u003e6-Month Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"ifrog-intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKing Technology Instant FROG In-Ground Mineral Sanitizer (MPN 01-18-4406, SKU PST-01184406)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pre-filled mineral cartridge that drops straight into your pool skimmer basket and treats in-ground pools up to \u003cstrong\u003e25,000 gallons for six months\u003c\/strong\u003e. It uses FROG's patented silver mineral pack to kill bacteria two ways, letting you run as little as \u003cstrong\u003e0.5 ppm chlorine\u003c\/strong\u003e and cut total chlorine use up to 50%. No plumbing, no controller, no daily dosing, you just set the reminder dial and drop it in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ifrog-stats\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-value\"\u003e25,000 gal\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-label\"\u003eMax Pool Size\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-value\"\u003e6 mo\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-label\"\u003eCartridge Life\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-value\"\u003e50%\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-label\"\u003eLess Chlorine\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-value\"\u003e0.5 ppm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-label\"\u003eChlorine Needed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-value\"\u003eIn-Ground\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-stat-label\"\u003ePool Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"ifrog-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eWhy PST Customers Pick This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-feature-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-emoji\"\u003e🧂\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePatented Mineral Pack\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFROG's silver-based mineral formula kills bacteria continuously as water flows through the skimmer, the same proven mineral technology used across the POOL FROG line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-emoji\"\u003e🧪\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHalf the Chlorine\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduces chlorine use up to 50% versus the EPA minimum of 1.0 ppm. You keep just 0.5 ppm on hand while the minerals do the heavy antimicrobial work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-emoji\"\u003e🌊\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDrops in the Skimmer\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo plumbing and no controller. Remove the basket handle, set it into the skimmer basket, and water care starts the moment the pump runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-emoji\"\u003e🎯\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSized for 25,000 Gallons\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne cartridge covers in-ground pools up to 25,000 gallons for a full six months or one pool season, whichever comes first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-emoji\"\u003e📏\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eBuilt-In Reminder Dial\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the dial to six months out at install, by hand or with a coin, so you always know exactly when the cartridge is due for replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-emoji\"\u003e🏊\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSofter, Clearer Water\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLess chlorine means less eye and skin irritation, less fading on swimsuits, and mineral water that feels silky and looks brighter all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-warning\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4\u003eSanitizer Notice\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eInstant FROG is a \u003cstrong\u003emineral supplement, not a standalone sanitizer\u003c\/strong\u003e. You must keep a chlorine source running at \u003cstrong\u003e0.5 to 1.0 ppm free chlorine at all times\u003c\/strong\u003e using a chlorinator or floater, and shock the pool every two weeks. Dropping below 0.5 ppm leaves the water under-sanitized and unsafe to swim in. Keep the cartridge sealed and away from children until you install it, and never mix it with other chemicals in the skimmer, place chlorine tablets underneath it, never on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \n\n  \u003csection class=\"ifrog-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003eKing Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003ePOOL FROG \/ Instant FROG\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003eInstant FROG In-Ground Mineral Sanitizer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eMPN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003e01-18-4406\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003ePST SKU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003ePST-01184406\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eType\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003eSkimmer Mineral Sanitizer Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003ePool Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003eIn-Ground Pools Only\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eRated Capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003eUp to 25,000 gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eCartridge Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003e6 months \/ one pool season (whichever is shorter)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eChlorine Reduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003eUp to 50% vs. 1.0 ppm EPA minimum\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eFree Chlorine to Maintain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003e0.5 to 1.0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003eDrops into skimmer basket, no plumbing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eReminder Dial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003eYes, 6-month replacement indicator\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eRecommended pH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003e7.2 to 7.8\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eTotal Alkalinity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003e80 to 120 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eCalcium Hardness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003e200 to 400 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eStabilizer (CYA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003e20 to 80 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eApprox. Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003e5 x 4 x 5.25 in\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-key\"\u003eEPA Est. No.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-spec-val\"\u003e071209-AZ-001\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003csection class=\"ifrog-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eCan I use Instant FROG on an above-ground pool?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. Instant FROG is engineered for \u003cstrong\u003ein-ground pools only\u003c\/strong\u003e because above-ground skimmer baskets are too small to hold the cartridge and pass the flow it needs. For above-ground pools, King Technology makes a dedicated above-ground FROG mineral option instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eDoes this replace my chlorine completely?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. Instant FROG is a \u003cstrong\u003emineral supplement that reduces chlorine use up to 50%\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a chlorine replacement. You keep a low 0.5 ppm free chlorine level running through a chlorinator or floater. The minerals handle much of the antimicrobial load so you can turn your chlorine source down, not off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eHow long does one cartridge last?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eOne Instant FROG lasts \u003cstrong\u003esix months or one full pool season, whichever is shorter\u003c\/strong\u003e, once it has been wetted. Set the built-in reminder dial to six months out on the day you install it so you know exactly when to swap in a fresh cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eWhat pool size does the 01-18-4406 cover?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis cartridge treats in-ground pools \u003cstrong\u003eup to 25,000 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your pool is larger, you will need a sanitizer system sized for the additional volume, undersizing will leave the water short on mineral protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-faq-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch4\u003eCan I install this myself?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes, it is one of the easiest installs in pool care. Balance and shock your water, set the reminder dial to six months out, remove the skimmer cover and basket handle, and drop the Instant FROG into the skimmer basket. If you run a suction-side automatic cleaner through the skimmer, add the correct vac plate so the cartridge stays seated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n  \n\n  \u003csection class=\"ifrog-cta\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eOrder the Instant FROG From PST\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAuthorized King Technology dealer with the genuine Instant FROG 01-18-4406 in stock and ready to ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"ifrog-perks\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"ifrog-perk\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-perk\"\u003e30-Day Returns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-perk\"\u003eWarranty Backed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ifrog-perk\"\u003eAuthorized King Technology Dealer\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"King Technology","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126699094081,"sku":"PST-01184406","price":92.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/1623\/0209\/files\/PST-01184406.jpg?v=1783492430","url":"https:\/\/www.pstpoolsupplies.com\/products\/25k-gal-ig-instant-frog-mineral","provider":"PST Pool Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}