{"product_id":"products-athena-cleanse","title":"Athena Cleanse | Hypochlorous Acid Irrigation System Cleaner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAthena Cleanse – Hypochlorous Acid Irrigation System Cleaner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAthena Cleanse\u003c\/strong\u003e is a low-TDS water conditioner formulated with \u003cstrong\u003ehypochlorous acid (HOCl)\u003c\/strong\u003e to help control mineral build-up and scale within irrigation systems, reservoirs, growing media and hydroponic equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for regular system maintenance, Cleanse helps break down accumulated mineral deposits and other residual material that can collect inside irrigation lines and equipment over time. Its very low TDS means it can be incorporated into a nutrient programme without significantly altering the mineral balance of the solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthena Cleanse is particularly useful in \u003cstrong\u003erecirculating hydroponic, RDWC and DWC systems\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as drip irrigation and fertigation systems where mineral residue and scale can restrict water flow and contribute to blocked irrigation components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHypochlorous acid formula\u003c\/strong\u003e – formulated from HOCl derived from salt through an electrochemical process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces mineral build-up\u003c\/strong\u003e – helps break down scale and accumulated mineral residue within irrigation systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports cleaner irrigation lines\u003c\/strong\u003e – regular use helps maintain lines, reservoirs and irrigation equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery low TDS\u003c\/strong\u003e – designed to minimise its effect on the mineral balance of the nutrient solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for regular maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e – can be incorporated into an ongoing irrigation-system maintenance programme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for recirculating systems\u003c\/strong\u003e – useful in RDWC, DWC and other recirculating hydroponic applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for system flushing\u003c\/strong\u003e – higher application rates can be used to address more significant mineral accumulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear liquid formula\u003c\/strong\u003e – easy to incorporate into irrigation and fertigation systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Athena Cleanse Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMinerals with lower solubility can accumulate within irrigation systems, reservoirs, growing media, drippers and pipework. Over time, these deposits can contribute to scale and restrict the efficient operation of irrigation equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthena Cleanse uses a hypochlorous acid solution to help break down mineral scale and residual material. Regular application can help keep irrigation systems cleaner and reduce the accumulation that can contribute to blocked lines and drippers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAthena Cleanse\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAthena Blended Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWater conditioner \/ irrigation system cleaner\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHypochlorous acid (HOCl)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHypochlorous Acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.028%\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eLiquid\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eClear\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular Maintenance Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2–5 mL per US gallon\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetric Maintenance Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 0.5–1.3 mL per litre\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSevere Conditions Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e5–10 mL per US gallon\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetric Severe Conditions Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1.3–2.6 mL per litre\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrip irrigation, fertigation, RDWC, DWC and recirculating hydroponic systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e946 mL, 3.8 L and 18.9 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication \u0026amp; Dilution Rates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular system maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use \u003cstrong\u003e2–5 mL per US gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e of water, equivalent to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1.3 mL per litre\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSevere mineral build-up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Increase the application rate to \u003cstrong\u003e5–10 mL per US gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e, equivalent to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.3–2.6 mL per litre\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplication requirements can vary according to water quality, irrigation system design and the level of mineral accumulation. Refer to the current Athena feed schedule and product guidance when incorporating Cleanse into an Athena feeding programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRDWC, DWC \u0026amp; Recirculating Hydroponic Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthena Cleanse is suitable for recirculating hydroponic systems where nutrient solution repeatedly passes through reservoirs, pipework and irrigation equipment. Regular use helps reduce mineral residue and scale that can accumulate within these systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts low-TDS formulation makes Cleanse particularly useful where maintaining precise control over the mineral concentration of the nutrient solution is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIrrigation System Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRegular use of Athena Cleanse can help reduce mineral deposits within irrigation lines, drippers, reservoirs and related equipment. Keeping irrigation components free from excessive scale can help maintain consistent water flow and reduce maintenance requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMeasure Athena Cleanse accurately according to the intended application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse clean measuring equipment to prevent contamination of the original container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse the regular maintenance rate where Cleanse forms part of an ongoing irrigation programme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncrease to the appropriate higher rate where significant mineral build-up or scale is present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMonitor irrigation lines, drippers, reservoirs and filters regularly for signs of mineral accumulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow the current Athena feed schedule when Cleanse is used alongside an Athena nutrient programme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlways follow the product label and current manufacturer instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e946 mL \/ 32 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e – practical size for smaller irrigation and hydroponic systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3.8 L \/ 1 US Gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e – suitable for regular system maintenance and medium-volume applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18.9 L \/ 5 US Gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e – bulk format for larger irrigation systems and commercial horticultural applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Steel Roots ","offers":[{"title":"1 QT","offer_id":56243586302337,"sku":"ATHENA-CLEANSE-01-QT","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 GAL","offer_id":56243586335105,"sku":"ATHENA-CLEANSE-01-GL","price":41.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 GAL","offer_id":56243586367873,"sku":"ATHENA-CLEANSE-05-GL","price":227.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/5370\/1536\/files\/athena-cleanse-all-siz-family-image.png?v=1789056284","url":"https:\/\/steelroots.co.uk\/products\/products-athena-cleanse","provider":"Steel Roots ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}