{"product_id":"d-d-80w-aquarium-uv-steriliser","title":"D-D 80w Aquarium UV Steriliser","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe use of type C ultraviolet radiation (UV-C) is the most effective way to sterilise water. No chemicals are involved and there is no risk of dangerous overdosing. Long process times are not required as sterilisation is instantaneous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe highly concentrated UV-C. energy exerts a lethal effect on living organisms. It alters the genetic material (DNA) and inhibits their reproduction capability. The germicidal properties of UV-C radiation are therefore extremely beneficial in destroying bacteria, viruses, protozoa, algae, yeasts and mould spores.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDifferent types or pathogens or bacteria require different levels of radiation to either kill or to stop them from functioning and multiplying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eD-D U.V. sterilisers are designed to produce a radiation intensity of 33,000 microwatt's\/sec\/sq.cm which is sufficient to destroy most common pathogens in fresh and saltwater aquariums however if required the intensity can be increased by decreasing the flow rate through the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany people are aware that quartz is 96-98% transparent to UV-C and that normal glass reduces its transmission by approximately 50%. This is why U.V. Sterilisers have a quartz sleeve between the water and the bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat many people are not aware of is that conventional UV sterilisers produce the UV radiation from a conventional glass tube therefore half of the intensity is lost before it even leaves the tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe D-D Professional UV Sterilisers feature a pure quartz bulb as well as a quartz sleeve so 98% of the UV-C produced is utilised. In effect the D-D Professional models produce approximately twice as much UV-C per watt than a conventional unit with a glass bulb. This makes the units much more compact and easier to fit into many aquarium cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Slimline high intensity quartz bulb with ceramic cap for good thermal insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Lamp life of 9000 hours for continuous use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Electronic Ballast for flicker free operation, doubling the bulb life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Pure quartz sleeve prevents thermal shocks and maintains the lamp at the correct temperature for maximum UV-C output regardless of the water temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Reinforced UV resistant plastic body prevents degradation with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Single ended design and waterproof insulation to CE IP67.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Ballast and Lamp function LED indicator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Allows partial submersion of the body in a sump thus reducing the space required for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Viton gasket for a long-term UV resistant seal. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Can be easily connected together to form banks of UV units using standard pipework\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e80w Model Specification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWattage: 80 watts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlow rate: 4000 lts\/hr\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 920mm x 100mm x 140mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHose Size : 16mm ID 22mm OD\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReef System - (1-2 times turnover per hour) - 2000 to 4000 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFish System - (2-4 times turnover per hour) - 1000 to 2000 litres.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"D-D","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57074452955519,"sku":"779084","price":329.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/5420\/6079\/files\/d-d_aquarium_uv_steriliser_10w_20w_39w_80w_3.png?v=1772674806","url":"https:\/\/finestaquatics.co.uk\/products\/d-d-80w-aquarium-uv-steriliser","provider":"Finest Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}