Ultraviolet Disinfection Systems
Ultraviolet Disinfection Systems
Elztec Water ultraviolet disinfection systems destroy bacteria, viruses, fungi, and microorganisms by 99.9% without adding any chemicals to the water. It provides safe, practical, and eco-friendly treatment without altering the natural structure of the water.
Ultraviolet Disinfection Systems Product Description
Industrial ultraviolet disinfection systems use intense UV-C rays at a wavelength of 254 nm to disrupt the DNA and RNA structures of organisms causing microbiological contamination, instantly stopping their reproduction. Unlike traditional chemical methods such as chlorination, it leaves no carcinogenic by-products in the water and strictly does not alter the taste, odor, or pH balance of the water.
Manufactured to advanced engineering standards, these disinfection devices consist of long-life UV lamps housed inside high light-transmittance quartz sleeves and a 304/316 grade stainless steel reactor body. They are safely used across a wide spectrum, from domestic drinking water purification to ultra-pure water lines in the food, beverage, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. Thanks to control panels equipped with lamp life indicators and alarms, the disinfection performance of the system can easily be monitored in real time.
The use of ultraviolet disinfection systems in facilities completely eliminates chemical storage and hazardous dosing risks. Owing to low energy consumption and high efficiency, it ensures maximum biological safety in your industrial water treatment processes.
Offered under the assurance of Elztec Water, modular UV reactors are custom-dimensioned according to the turbidity and conductivity values of your raw water. With its heat- and pressure-resistant stainless steel casing, it delivers trouble-free operational performance for many years even in demanding factory environments.
How Do Ultraviolet Disinfection Systems Destroy Bacteria?
Ultraviolet light emitted from UV-C lamps at a wavelength of 254 nanometers disrupts the DNA sequence in the cell nuclei of bacteria, viruses, and spores in the water as it passes through the reactor. Microorganisms with disrupted biological structures lose their reproductive capability, rendering them 99.9% inactive.
What Is the Replacement Interval for UV Lamps?
The average operational lifespan of high-quality UV-C lamps used in industrial ultraviolet disinfection systems is approximately 8,000 to 9,000 hours (about 1 year). At the end of this period, even if the lamp continues to emit visible light, lamp replacement is recommended because the germicidal UV-C radiation intensity will have decreased.
Is It Mandatory to Use a Sediment Filter Prior to UV Systems?
Yes, it is extremely important. Coarse sediment, sand, and suspended solids in water block UV rays, creating a "shadowing effect." For light to reach the bacteria, water must be purified from sediments down to at least 5 microns prior to ultraviolet disinfection systems.
What Are the Advantages of UV Disinfection Systems Over Chemical Chlorination?
The UV disinfection process adds no chemicals to the water. It does not alter the taste, odor, or color of water. It does not form harmful trihalomethane (THM) by-products as chemical chlorine usage does, and it provides instant disinfection without requiring contact time.
How Is UV Quartz Sleeve Cleaning Performed?
The quartz glass sleeve protecting the UV lamp can become cloudy over time due to scale and organic matter in the water. During periodic maintenance, the quartz sleeve should be removed and wiped with special cleaning solutions to consistently maintain high light transmittance.
Technical Specifications and Capacity Table
| MODEL | CAPACITY (m³/Hour) | LAMP POWER (Watt) | LAMP QUANTITY | HOUSING MATERIAL | CONNECTION DIAMETER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELZ-UV-101 | 0.5 - 1.0 | 16W / 29W | 1 Pc | 304 / 316 Stainless Steel | 1/2" - 3/4" |
| ELZ-UV-102 | 1.5 - 2.5 | 40W / 55W | 1 Pc | 304 / 316 Stainless Steel | 3/4" - 1" |
| ELZ-UV-103 | 3.0 - 5.0 | 80W / 120W | 1 Pc | 304 / 316 Stainless Steel | 1" - 1 1/2" |
| ELZ-UV-104 | 6.0 - 10.0 | 160W | 2 Pcs | 304 / 316 Stainless Steel | 2" |
| ELZ-UV-105 | 12.0 - 20.0 | 320W | 4 Pcs | 304 / 316 Stainless Steel | 2 1/2" - DN65 |
| ELZ-UV-106 | 25.0 - 40.0 | 480W | 6 Pcs | 304 / 316 Stainless Steel | DN80 - DN100 |
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