Ultraviolet (UV) light is a type of electromagnetic radiation that is found at the lower end of the wavelength spectrum. It is often used in air purifiers, water treatment systems, and other applications. Installing a UV light system can be beneficial for many reasons, such as eliminating mold and airborne viruses. However, it is important to take the necessary safety precautions when installing a UV light system.
In this article, we will discuss how to install a UV light system quickly and safely.When it comes to installing a UV light system, it is essential to choose the right system for your needs. Many systems can install a UV light in the air controller located at the bottom of the oven. For instance, the Amazon REKO Lighting R2000 air purifier uses UVC UV light for the whole house, in a duct for HVAC (air conditioning). It is important to remember that UV light can be dangerous if not handled properly.
Do not look directly at UV light because, like the Sun, it emits electromagnetic radiation that can damage your eyes. Therefore, it is important to take safety precautions when installing a UV light system.To ensure that your UV light system is installed correctly and safely, there are several steps you should follow. First, you should choose the right location for your system. Often, UV lights are located on the return side of a packaged system, but they can also be located on the supply side.
The reason for installing it in this location is to allow light to reach the air as it enters the system.Next, you should install a 5 µm sediment filter upstream (before) the system to prevent larger particles from reaching the UV chamber, where they could protect pathogens from UV light through a process called shading. Additionally, you should establish the UV transmittance of water. UV transmittance (UVT) is a measure of the ability of water to transmit UV light. The dose is a measure of the amount of UV rays the water column is exposed to and is a function of light intensity and time.Finally, you should install some kind of “shield” or metallic reflector between the UV light and the filter, so that it only hits the coil and not the filter.
To facilitate maintenance, it is recommended to install a ball valve before the filter, and to install both the hose bib and the ball valve after the UV system.Installing a UV lamp is beneficial for many reasons, mainly to eliminate mold and airborne viruses. Many are installed only as a result of a poor water test, but more and more are being installed wisely as a preventive measure. It is important to take safety precautions when installing a UV light system and to ensure that it is installed correctly for optimal performance.
