Ultraviolet (UV) lighting has been used for nearly a century to treat a variety of issues, from curing gel nail polish to improving air quality in homes. But what type of UV lighting is most energy efficient for a UV light installation?The most common type of UV lighting is LED lights, which last 25,000 hours or more and don't burn like a fluorescent lamp. Their UV light emission decreases gradually over time. Some UV lamps come with the Energy Star label, meaning they meet certain standards set by the government to help reduce energy consumption.
The standard is usually a 40% reduction in energy consumption compared to other products. UVC is another type of UV lighting, which is used in HVAC lights and lasers. UVC rays have the highest energy of the three and are the only rays powerful enough to kill microscopic germs. Fluorescent lamps are a specific type of gas-charged luminaire that produce light through a chemical reaction in which gases and mercury vapor interact to produce ultraviolet light inside a glass tube. The UV light illuminates a layer of phosphor inside the glass tube that emits a white “fluorescent light”.Fluorescent lights have many advantages over older lighting technologies, such as incandescent lights.
They are much more efficient, consuming less energy and having a longer lifespan, about 13 times longer, so they don't need to be replaced as often. Studies show that the levels of bacteria in HVAC systems with an additional UV light system are significantly lower than in units without the addition of UV light. One study found that UV lights could reduce the amount of mold and bacteria in a test home by 97%.If you're interested in installing UV lights in your home, let the air conditioning experts at Jacobs Heating & guide you. An HVAC UV light system can do wonders to improve the air quality in your home, but it can't do the job on its own. You must first make sure that you have taken all other steps mentioned to create quality indoor air before adding UV light to your system. In conclusion, LED lights are the most energy efficient type of UV lighting for a UV light installation.
They last longer and consume less energy than other types of lighting. Investing in an HVAC UV light system is a smart long-term decision that can help reduce allergens and improve air quality in your home.
