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Filters | UV
Clarifiers
UV Sterilization is the safest method of preventing and
eliminating problems in an aquarium, or pond. UV will not kill a parasite on the
fish, but parasites go through a free floating stage, at which point they are
eliminated. Additionally, corals and fish can and do carry bacteria which can
infect and spread throughout the tank, killing other inhabitants.
The initial thinking on reef tanks was to avoid UV, to keep
plankton alive. However, with the skimmers and pumps used in ponds
the plankton population in the water column is virtually non existent. You can
use a UV continuously (recommended) or just keep one at the ready, in the event
of an outbreak.
Points to ponder about UV Sterilization
- Most effective when run 24/7.
- Most effective if the water is clear.
- Most effective if bulb is new, or replaced regularly (at least every 6-8
months).
- Most effective if the UV light penetrates less than one inch of water.
- Effectiveness can be hindered if the water passes to fast past the bulb.
- Most effective if the exposure time of the water to the UV light is longer
than one second.
- The effectiveness of UV light can be hindered if there is light blockage,
i.e. a salt encrusted bulb.
- It can help to prevent future water borne pathogen reoccurrences, once the
initial problem as been completely eradicated from the pond.
- UV light not only kills unwanted organisms, but beneficial ones as well.
- Should never be run when treating with any drugs or medications.
- UV can also alter the structure of some dissolved chemical compounds.
- UV light can be damaging to the human eye, so DO NOT look into the bulb.
- Always unplug the unit when working on it to prevent possible shock if it
breaks or gets wet.
Should I use
a UV Clarifier to control algae?
You can use ultraviolet light to control floating
algae, by pumping water through a tube containing a UV light source. UV
light at the appropriate wavelength and exposure actually damages the DNA of
algae cells, preventing them from reproducing effectively. Since individual
cells typically only live a few days, they die off by themselves without
reproducing, so the water clears. HOWEVER, the use of UV light to control
algae can mask an underlying problem. If you have too many nutrients in the
water and not enough plants to consume them, you WILL get string algae
instead, which, since it doesn’t float, won’t be affected by the UV light.
UV is most effective when used for those spring or Indian summer algae
blooms when the other plants in the water garden are dormant. |
SMARTUV performance
Competing UV brands supply little if any technical information
while over rating their UVs by as much as five times their true capacity!
In contrast, our SMARTUV performance recommendations are conservative and
based on “green water” conditions that may exist during SMARTUV
installation. Our technical information follows established guidelines
demonstrated in the EPA Design Manual for Municipal Waste Water
Disinfection and has yet to be challenged by any competitor. Compare our
quality, product features, technical information, and customer service
with any competing UV Sterilizer brand; you’ll soon see why our SMARTUV
Sterilizers are your best choice! |
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UV Features |
Recommended
Applications |
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“Protected"
Remote Power Supply
All models feature a remote power supply that is positioned
on the cord, watertight and located away from the UV body,
protecting them from potential quartz sleeve leaks and water
damage. 12, 15, 18, 25 Watt models feature a 26 foot power cord;
40 Watt models and larger feature a 16 foot power cord. |
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GPH/T5
& GPH/T6 UV lamps
Our long lasting GPH/T5 style UV lamps & GPH/T6 high
output UV lamps offer 9,000 hours (13 months) of continual
operation until reaching their end of useful life (60%
efficient). |
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Easy
to Remove Power Assembly
Allows both the quartz sleeve and UV lamp to be removed
together (without quartz sleeve / rubber gasket disassembly), or
by removing the assemblies jamb nut, the UV lamp can be replaced
without interrupting the flow of water through the unit. |
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SMARTUV Sterilizers are designed to be operated safely, indoors or
outdoors.
- SMARTUV
Sterilizer bodies may be submerged providing that all gaskets are in
place, while the power supply remains outside of the pond. Due to
possible gasket failure, we recommend placing the SMARTUV Sterilizer
outside the pond, hidden, using decorative stone, mulch or driftwood.
- SMARTUV
Sterilizers operate equally as well in aquarium applications, their
plastic construction resists damaged from saltwater applications.
- Install
and operate SMART UV Sterilizers after Box Surface Skimmers, Bead
Filters, Sand Filters and Pre-Filters.
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Install SMART UV Sterilizers before Box Filters but always after a pump
equipped with a Pre-Filter
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SMARTUV
Sterilizer, our flagship line of UV Sterilizers feature a 3" diameter
body, maximizing UV lamp output efficiency. Each model is constructed of
heavy-wall, durable “UV resistant” plastic. The commercial design of
our SMARTUVs makes them ideally suited for contractors looking for
durability and easy servicing. Standard features include easy-to-remove
power assembly, remote power supply and GPH/T5 style long lasting UV lamps
(13 month useful lamp life). All models are UL and cUL listed.
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“Green
Water” Flow Rates
Why are our water flow rates so much lower than each of our
competitors? Unlike our competitors who over rate their UVs, our water
flow recommendations are based on turbid “green water” conditions
that may exist during installation. Maximum flow rate represents the
lamp performance at 100%, suggested flow rate represents lamp
performance at the end of useful life (60% efficient).
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Aqua Ultraviolet Sterilizers
- Designed for Indoor or Outdoor Use.
- Single End Lamp Connection.
- Lifetime Housing Warranty.
- Industry's Longest Lamp Life - Up To 14 Months.
- Rid your pond or water garden of green water guaranteed.
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Ultraviolet Sterilization is a proven, dependable and effective method for
controlling and eradicating algae spores, bacteria and protozoa present in the
water source. Ultraviolet alters or disrupts the DNA and RNA of target
organisms. By properly implementing an Aqua Ultraviolet Sterilization system
in-line, the targeted organisms can be eradicated effectively with out any
harmful residuals. Aqua’s patented slim line lamps last an industry high of up
to 14 months of continuous operation, no other lamp on the market lasts as long.
These lamps have a 99.9% effective kill rate. Aqua manufactures it’s own lamps for assurance
of quality and longevity and their UV stabilized housings carry a lifetime
warranty.
When selecting an Aqua Ultraviolet UV light, follow the
columns labeled ‘Clarifier’ if your purpose is to eliminate green water from
your pond. If you intend to also eradicate floating bacteria and protozoa in
your pond water then follow the columns labeled ‘Sterilizer’.
| Aqua 8 |
1 x 8 |
1,500 |
1,000 |
200 |
642 |
3/4" |
| Aqua 15 |
1 x 15 |
2,000 |
1,800 |
500 |
700 |
3/4" |
| Aqua 25 |
1 x 25 |
4,000 |
2,000 |
1,200 |
1,200 |
2" |
| Aqua 40 |
1 x 40 |
6,000 |
3,000 |
2,000 |
2,900 |
2" |
| Aqua 80 |
2 x 40 |
9,000 |
4,500 |
4,400 |
3,678 |
2" |
| Aqua 120 |
3 x 40 |
12,000 |
6,500 |
6,000 |
4,080 |
2" |
| Aqua 160 |
4 x 40 |
16,000 |
9,000 |
8,500 |
5,400 |
2" |
| Aqua 200 |
5 x 40 |
20,000 |
10,000 |
13,000 |
6,000 |
2" |
| Aqua 240 |
6 x 40 |
25,000 |
12,000 |
17,000 |
7,200 |
2" |
Clear Pond Water Guarantee
Each SMARTUV Sterilizer model is designed to eliminate green pond
water within three to five days of installation…GUARANTEED! SMARTUVs are
available in several models and all designed for outdoor applications.
Only Emperor Aquatics Inc. supplies conservative performance
recommendations considering turbid “green water” conditions, ensuring
complete customer satisfaction. |
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UV Lite Features |
Recommended
Applications |
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Large Internal View Ports, allowing safe inspection of the UV lamp
while in operation. |
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Inlets / Outlets with unions, barb fittings not included (models
also available with 2” slip inlets / outlets). |
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On the Cord, “Protected” Power Supply with 26 or 16 foot power
cord. |
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GPH/T5 Style hard quartz glass UV lamps offering 13 months of
continual operation until reaching their end of useful lamp life
(60% efficient). |
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Easy-to-remove Power Assembly allows quick servicing of all
internal parts. |
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- SMARTUV
Lite bodies may be submerged providing that all gaskets are properly
in place, the power supply must remain outside of the pond. Due to
possible seal failure, we recommend placing the SMARTUV Lite outside
the pond, hidden, using decorative stone, mulch or driftwood.
- Install
and operate SMART UV Lites after Box Surface Skimmers, Bead Filters,
Sand Filters and Pre-Filters.
- Install
SMART UV Lites before Box Filters but always after a pump that is
equipped with a Pre-Filter!
- SMARTUV
Lites operate equally as efficient with aquarium applications, their
plastic construction resists damaged from saltwater applications.
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Pondmaster 40 Watt UV
Pondmaster offers submersible Ultraviolet Clarifiers with the glowing
monitor halo ring that immediatly shows it's working.
- 3 halo ring
- Max flow 3000 GPH
- 9000 hour bulb
- 18' power cord
- Max pond size 6000 Gallons
- 9 lbs
- 1" barbed inlet - outlet
The only ultraviolet light that is submersible, it can also be placed
outside the pond. The black color makes it unobtrusive wherever it's used.
Visible during the day and night from any angle, the soft blue halo shows
it's working, but does not detract from the beauty of your pond. These
lights offer great value, along with the ease of use unsurpassed by any
other Ultraviolet Sterilizer. |
Pondmaster 20 Watt UV
Pondmaster offers submersible Ultraviolet Clarifiers with the glowing
monitor halo ring that immediatly shows it's working.
- 2 halo ring
- Max flow 1800 GPH
- 9000 hour bulb
- 18' power cord
- Max pond size 3000 Gallons
- 7 lbs
- 1" barbed inlet - outlet
The only ultraviolet light that is submersible, it can also be placed
outside the pond. The black color makes it unobtrusive wherever it's used.
Visible during the day and night from any angle, the soft blue halo shows
it's working, but does not detract from the beauty of your pond. These
lights offer great value, along with the ease of use unsurpassed by any
other Ultraviolet Sterilizer. |
Bioforce
- The Pressurized Filter System
- Bioforce is available as a biological filter or combined
with biological filter and UVC. With the UVC, clear water is guaranteed if
the correct size Bioforce is used.
- Water movement through the filter adds vital oxygen to
your pond.
- Water pumped in under pressure spins around the filter
chamber, the vortex action settling out heavier solids.
- Open-cell foam media traps dirt particles. It also
provides a home for friendly bacteria. These help to keep the water healthy.
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| Bio-Force Filters |
| 250 Bioforce |
| 500 Bioforce |
| 1000 Bioforce |
| 2000 Bioforce |
| 250 Bioforce UVC |
| 500 Bioforce UVC |
| 1000 Bioforce UVC |
| 2000 Bioforce UVC |
| Bioforce UVC Upgrade Kit (250/500/1000) |
| Bioforce UVC Upgrade Kit (2000) |
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Model Shown is Bioforce 2000 UVC |
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Tetra Greenfree Ultraviolet Clarifiers
The ultraviolet clarifier works by exposing single celled algae to
very high levels of ultraviolet light as the pond water containing
them is pumped through the unit. The ultraviolet radiation not only
kills the algae but causes it to clump together. These clumps can then
be easily removed by your pond filter, water clarity is dependent upon
the pond filter removing the dead algae.
Removes heavy algae blooms in most water gardens within 5 days.
Keeps the pond algae free.
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| UV1 |
1,800 gals. |
900 gph |
9 watt |
5/8",3/4",1",or1 1/4" |
| UV2 |
4,400 gals. |
2,200 gph |
18 watt |
1",1 1/4" or 1 1/2" |
| UV3 |
8,800 gals. |
4,400 gph |
36 watt |
1",1 1/4" or 1 1/2" |
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