Whats a UV Sterilizer?
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A UV sterilizer kills off all bacteria, ich and free floating algae. I think its mainly used for saltwater. The bulbs are expensive and lasts half a year. This can be used for FW!
I hope some other people respond to this thread. A VERY good question. For both those questions, the answer is no. Like I said, SW poeple use it more often. It does a Great job for a FW tank as well. Its not needed unless you have major algae problems, constant ICH issues, or Viruses that causes illnesses. As long as you keep up with weekly water changes, your tank should be find.
HOWEVER, If you have the money, its a good "toy" to add (Toy i mean, so you can say to everyone, I got a UV STERILIZER!). IT does work and is no Gimmick. A Nice Addition. You dont need it if you dont have the above problems.
HOWEVER, If you have the money, its a good "toy" to add (Toy i mean, so you can say to everyone, I got a UV STERILIZER!). IT does work and is no Gimmick. A Nice Addition. You dont need it if you dont have the above problems.
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Here is one:
RAINBOW 25 WATT UV STERILIZER - 1 1/4
Lifegard Ultraviolet Sterilizers produce UV light at 2537 angstroms, exerting a lethal effect on the unwanted, disease causing micro-organisms. Lifegard UV Sterilizers, when used properly, are extremely beneficial in destroyingdisease causing Pathogens, Harmful Bacteria, Mold spores, Yeast, Virus, Protozoa, Fungi as well as Algae. Lifegard UV Sterilizers use pure hard quartz material in their bulbs, which dramatically increases the UV output as compared to other conventional bulbs of equal wattage. Pure quartz material resists solarization and improves thelongevity of the UV bulb. The unique test tube like pure quartz sleeve isolates the bulb from water contact, providing an optimal bulb operating temperature of 100º F (38º C). This optimal bulb temperature results in a 35%higher UV output over conventional units without sleeves. 1" slip x 1 1/4" slip
Price: $129.99
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RAINBOW 25 WATT UV STERILIZER
RAINBOW 8 WATT UV MODULE $109.99
RAINBOW 40 WATT UV MODULE $169.99
RAINBOW 8 WATT UV MODULE $109.99
RAINBOW 40 WATT UV MODULE $169.99
Here is a link to petwarehouse..type in UV sterilizer and you will 4 pages of products.
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/search/search_action.cfm
RAINBOW 25 WATT UV STERILIZER - 1 1/4
Lifegard Ultraviolet Sterilizers produce UV light at 2537 angstroms, exerting a lethal effect on the unwanted, disease causing micro-organisms. Lifegard UV Sterilizers, when used properly, are extremely beneficial in destroyingdisease causing Pathogens, Harmful Bacteria, Mold spores, Yeast, Virus, Protozoa, Fungi as well as Algae. Lifegard UV Sterilizers use pure hard quartz material in their bulbs, which dramatically increases the UV output as compared to other conventional bulbs of equal wattage. Pure quartz material resists solarization and improves thelongevity of the UV bulb. The unique test tube like pure quartz sleeve isolates the bulb from water contact, providing an optimal bulb operating temperature of 100º F (38º C). This optimal bulb temperature results in a 35%higher UV output over conventional units without sleeves. 1" slip x 1 1/4" slip
Price: $129.99
ASWO#21001
STATUS: In Stock
QTY:
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Other Sizes Available for:
RAINBOW 25 WATT UV STERILIZER
RAINBOW 8 WATT UV MODULE $109.99
RAINBOW 40 WATT UV MODULE $169.99
RAINBOW 8 WATT UV MODULE $109.99
RAINBOW 40 WATT UV MODULE $169.99
Here is a link to petwarehouse..type in UV sterilizer and you will 4 pages of products.
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/search/search_action.cfm
Thats the price for just the unit and 1 bulb. I think you have to replace the bulbs every 6 months..Can be VERY expensive. Im not sure on the wattage. Logically, I guess, the higher the watts, the faster it "cleans" the water??? Thats what i think. Equipment not needed, IMO. But it works great! If you have the money...
most SW keepers dont use UVs. Only the minority with fish only tanks do.
There certainly not neccessary and are expensive to purchase. It will kill green water, and water born diseases and pathogens.
Good tank maintence will prevent both of those from happening. There are quite a few people that have them attached and ready to run, and turn them on at first sign of problems with either disease or green water... but its a waste of money if you never need it.
The higher the wattage the faster the flow rate through it. Usually their run either on the output of a canister or a powerhead, in either case choose the UV that closest matches the flow rate it will have.
There certainly not neccessary and are expensive to purchase. It will kill green water, and water born diseases and pathogens.
Good tank maintence will prevent both of those from happening. There are quite a few people that have them attached and ready to run, and turn them on at first sign of problems with either disease or green water... but its a waste of money if you never need it.
The higher the wattage the faster the flow rate through it. Usually their run either on the output of a canister or a powerhead, in either case choose the UV that closest matches the flow rate it will have.
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I agree its not needed if you take care of your tank (everyone does right?). Is it a Waste of Money? I dont think so. If you have problems with your water supply or have uncontrollable algae (and you dont have a pleco or dont feel like cleaning the algae), this device is EXTREMELY HELPFULL. But for most FW tanks, I dont think its needed. Your call though. If you have the money to spend, It wont hurt. PLus, if you have a water supply source thats questionable, this device will kill all the bacteria (most anyways)