8W Philips Ultraviolet (UV) Replacement Tube

8W Philips Ultraviolet (UV) Replacement Tube

8W Philips Ultraviolet (UV) Replacement Tube is a genuine Philips T5 UV lamp designed to kill 99% of bacteria, viruses and protozoan cysts in water carrying excessive microorganisms. It is a replacement tube for South African pond keepers and anyone treating well water or water drawn from lakes, streams and ponds. It fits the Pond Medic and Ultra Zap UV Clarifier ranges and most other UV clarifiers.

Key Benefits

• Kills 99% of bacteria, viruses and protozoan cysts as water passes the UV lamp, according to the manufacturer.
• Purifies well water and other problem water sources that contain excessive microorganisms.
• Suits water from lakes, streams and ponds, which are common sources on farms, smallholdings and garden ponds across South Africa.
• Made by Philips, the brand behind the lamp inside many UV clarifiers.
• Each tube is tested by the manufacturer before it leaves the factory.

Suitable For

• Pond owners replacing the lamp in an existing UV clarifier.
• Well water and other problem water sources with high microorganism levels.
• Water drawn from lakes, streams and ponds.

Compatibility

This tube is compatible with the Pond Medic and Ultra Zap UV Clarifier ranges and with most UV clarifiers. To confirm the fit, check that your unit takes an 8W T5 tube of about 30 cm (12") in length.

Specifications

• Brand: Philips
• Wattage: 8W
• Tube type: T5
• Approximate length: 30 cm (12")
• Handling: fragile item, so handle with care

What's Included

• One 8W Philips T5 Ultraviolet (UV) Replacement Tube, approximately 30 cm (12") long.

Please note: All UV tubes are tested by the manufacturer. No guarantee whatsoever is supplied on replacement UV tubes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this tube fit my Pond Medic or Ultra Zap UV clarifier?
Yes. It is compatible with both the Pond Medic and Ultra Zap UV Clarifier ranges, as well as most other UV clarifiers that take an 8W T5 tube.

How long is the 8W T5 tube?
It is approximately 30 cm (12") long. Measure your existing lamp to confirm it matches.

What does the UV tube do?
The manufacturer states it kills 99% of bacteria, viruses and protozoan cysts in water containing excessive microorganisms.

Can I use it for borehole or well water on my property?
Yes. It is intended for purifying well water and other problem sources, including water from lakes, streams and ponds.

Is there a guarantee on this replacement tube?
No. Every UV tube is tested by the manufacturer, but no guarantee whatsoever is supplied on replacement UV tubes.

Is the tube fragile?
Yes. It is classed as a fragile item, so unpack it and handle it with care when fitting it into your clarifier.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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