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UV Sterilizers
Home » Aquariums » Aquarium Accessories » UV SterilizersIf your aquarium has ever had a problem with or is still experiencing an unstoppable growth of algae, a UV (ultraviolet) Sterilizer may be exactly the piece of equipment that can save your aquarium environment. Without disrupting your biological filter, a UV Sterilizer uses light ranges from 200 to 300nm to clean the water by killing off bacteria, algae, protozoa, and other microorganisms. Unrivaled in its ability to purify water as well as its simplicity and efficiency, UV energy is radiated throughout the aquarium through special glass lamps. The UV Sterilizer is actually the only guaranteed way to completely eliminate the “green water” that comes from out-of-control algae.
If you are considering using a UV Sterilizer, talk to your aquarium expert about what model will be best for you. Consider the size of your tank; for each 3 to 6 gallons of water (depending on whether this is a marine or freshwater aquarium) in your tank, you will need one watt of UV power. Proper installation, use, and maintenance techniques will be included in your UV Sterilizer package; if you are still not sure how to use the device after consulting these instructions, talk to the representative at your pet store. Also, be sure only to use UV Sterilizers on established tanks.
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