The IonCleanse® by AMD replacement plates last an average of ~1.000 minutes; however, the life of the plates can be as little as 500 minutes (rare) or as high as 1400 minutes depending mainly on water quality (impurities in the water, amount of salt required, etc.). See the picture below of the gradual decomposition of the plates. Notice how some of the plates start to erode away and lose surface area. This is a good indication that it's time to change your plates.

 


There are also two other indications that your plates need to be changed.

  1. If you find yourself adding more and more salt to the water in order to maintain your amperage, it is almost a guarantee that your plates need to be changed.
  2. If you are getting a 0 reading on your amperage, that could be an indication that your plates are worn out. See our article My machine reads 0 amps.