{"product_id":"uv-water-disinfection-system","title":"UV Water Disinfection System for Drinking and Process Water Treatment","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct description\u003c\/h2\u003e\nUV water disinfection systems are designed to inactivate microorganisms in water using ultraviolet radiation. These systems provide chemical-free disinfection for drinking water, process water, and industrial water treatment systems.\n\nUV treatment is widely used in point-of-use installations, private water supplies, commercial systems, and industrial water loops where microbiological control is required.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\nA UV disinfection system consists of a stainless steel reactor chamber containing one or more ultraviolet lamps enclosed in quartz sleeves. As water flows through the reactor, microorganisms are exposed to UV radiation that disrupts their DNA, preventing reproduction and effectively neutralising microbial contamination.\n\nCompact single-lamp systems are typically used for small commercial or residential installations, while higher capacity systems may incorporate multiple lamps for increased flow rates and disinfection capacity. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOperating principle\u003c\/h2\u003e\nWater flows through a stainless steel UV reactor chamber where it is exposed to ultraviolet light generated by specialised UV lamps.\n\nThe ultraviolet radiation penetrates microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, damaging their genetic material and preventing replication. This process renders microorganisms inactive without altering the chemical composition of the water.\n\nTo ensure effective disinfection performance, UV systems are typically installed after pre-filtration to remove particles that could shield microorganisms from UV exposure. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial options\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTypical materials of construction include:\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e304 stainless steel reactor chamber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz UV lamp sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilicone or Viton O-rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium mounting components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\nThese materials provide corrosion resistance and durability in potable water and industrial water treatment applications. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable micron ratings\u003c\/h2\u003e\nUV disinfection systems do not operate using filtration micron ratings.\n\nMicrobial inactivation performance is determined by UV dosage, system design, and water quality parameters such as turbidity and UV transmittance.\n\nEffective pre-filtration is typically recommended to improve UV exposure efficiency and ensure reliable disinfection performance. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign and construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe UV system consists of a stainless steel reactor chamber fitted with ultraviolet lamps and electronic control components.\n\nTypical system characteristics include:\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh quality stainless steel UV reactor chamber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz sleeve protecting the UV lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronic ballast or control box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudible and visual system status indicators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle lamp or multi-lamp system configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact inline installation design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\nTypical operating parameters include:\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating temperature: 2–40°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating pressure: 0.7–6.8 bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoltage: 100–240 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency: 50–60 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLamp life: approximately 9,000 hours or 12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\nThese systems are available in multiple flow capacities to suit both small point-of-use installations and larger commercial or industrial water treatment systems. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable system capacities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSystem Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Flow Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePort Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLamp Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall point-of-use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.8 lpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 W lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall commercial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 lpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 W lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommercial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 lpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29 W lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommercial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57 lpm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 W lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e132 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