High output germicidal lamps are used extensively in air and surface disinfection applications in the food processing and beverage industries as well as medical and laboratory sterilisation
Germicidal ultraviolet lamps emit radiant energy in 253.7nm (C-Band ultraviolet or UVC) wavelength.
The UVC energy photo-chemically reacts with the DNA and RNA of microorganisms - viruses, bacteria, mold and spores - sterilising them.
Germicidal UV lamps have an effective life of approximately 8000 to 12,000 hours of continuous use.
American Air and Water offers a one-year, pro-rated warranty on all germicidal UV lamps.
The lamp will continue to emit blue light well after 12,000 hours; however the germicidal output deteriorates rapidly.
For maximum germicidal effectiveness American Air and Water strongly recommends annual lamp replacement.
The high output germicidal UV lamps are designed to produce the highest amounts of UV radiation - above 90% of the total rated energy is at 253.7nm.
This is the most lethal UV wavelength to microorganisms.
High output germicidal lamps are used extensively in air and surface disinfection applications in the food processing and beverage industries as well as medical and laboratory sterilisation applications.
The high output UV lamps also are designed for air and surface irradiation in HVAC systems.
They are an ideal choice for mounting close to the coil and drain pan areas to inhibit the growth of mold and mildew in these areas.
Note: UV lamps contain mercury and, therefore, must be properly disposed of as a hazardous waste in accordance with local, state and federal regulations or the lamps should be recycled.
Dispose of the used UV lamps properly or send them to American Air and Water, and it will send the lamps to a lamp recycling facility.
