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Lifegard Aquatics 15 Watt UV Sterilizer QL-15
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Lifegard Aquatics 15 Watt UV Sterilizer QL-15

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Purify the contents of your tank without using too much energy with the Lifegard Aquatics 10 Watt UV Sterilizer from Pet Store . This product comes in different measurements, depending on the size of your aquarium. This is suitab...
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Purify the contents of your tank without using too much energy with the Lifegard Aquatics 10 Watt UV Sterilizer from Pet Store. This product comes in different measurements, depending on the size of your aquarium. This is suitable for both freshwater and marine tanks. It comes at a low price, and it is readily available from any local pet store nationwide.

The Lifegard Aquatics 10 Watt UV Sterilizer is basically a lighting fixture that seeks to clean your tank`s water. This is done by dissolving the properties and elements, which are not needed in the aquarium, by using heat, in the form of UV rays. It is easy to install, and it is recommended that you set this up below your power head to avoid taking too much space indie the tank, as well as to discourage your fish from going near it. Best of all, it emits a pleasant light that will illuminate the contents of your case perfectly, encouraging them to thrive and propagate, especially at nights.

Your aquatic inhabitants will constantly enjoy a fresh and clean home with a regular dose of the Lifegard Aquatics 10 Watt UV Sterilizer. Plus, it will also appreciate the nice touch that the cool light radiates.

Model # : QL-15
Dimensions: 17" X 7" X 4.75"
Max Flow Rate: Up to 240 GPH
Maint. Clearance: 27"

The radiation from ultraviolet light at 2537 angstroms provided inside the Lifegard Aquatics Ultraviolet Sterilizer exerts a lethal effect on micro-organisms. UV light alters genetic material within the cells, which interrupts respiration. UV light, when used properly, is extremely beneficial in destroying disease causing pathogens as they pass through the unit. UV sterilization is an effective method of disease control.

Four major factors affect the percent kill of free-floating micro-organisms by UV radiation:
  1. Size of organisms.
  2. Radiation level.
  3. The extent to which UV rays penetrate the water.
  4. Contact time in which the micro-organism is exposed to the UV radiation.
Pure hard quartz material in the bulb dramatically increases UV output compared to other conventional bulbs of equal wattage.

Bulb changing is the easiest in the industry. Simply slide the old bulb out and slide the new bulb in. No need to shut down the filter system or turn off the pump. Bulb and ballast connect together with a single 4 pin connector. UV radiation levels can be increased by slowing down the flow rate or increasing the total wattage in the system.

Specifications

Model # : QL-15
Dimensions: 17" X 7" X 4.75"
Max Flow Rate: Up to 240 GPH
Maint. Clearance: 27"

Plumbing Note: 10W, 25W, and 40W models have 1-1/4" Slip Inlet Ports and 1" Slip Outlet Ports. 80W units have 1-1/4" Slip Inlet and Outlet Ports. 120W, 160W, 240W units have 1-1/2" Slip Inlet and Outlet Ports.

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Manufacturer`s Warranty: 1 year from date of purchase.

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"UV sterilizer" - Product Review by Wendell Arnold (Posted on 5/24/12)
Rating
Excellent!

Comments: I have had an UV light on gold fish pond for years. Before I built a pond I had one on 70 aquarium. The main use in the pond if for algae control. It is the last element of a three stage filter system. The first stage consists of a settling camber followed by a bead filter.
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<br />The reason for replacing my UV filter was that I let water seep into it during the winter and the freeze split the old one. Costly lesson.
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<br />Wendell Arnold

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"QC" - Product Review by Rodney Hutchinson (Posted on 11/17/11)
Rating
Excellent!

Comments: Finally doing a decent job. First issue was the 3/4" FPT at inlet and outlet not 'cut' to standard size. Had to use JB Weld epoxy to finally stop the leaks. Second, my ballist was DOA. Called Lifegard Aquatics to be told to call my supplier. Customer Service got the new ballist to me in a couple of days.

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"Good for education" - Product Review by Bernard Moore (Posted on 8/2/11)
Rating
Excellent!

Comments: GOOD stuff.
<br />But the UV bulb is weak....

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"UV results" - Product Review by Paul Sloan (Posted on 5/27/11)
Rating
Excellent!

Comments: Best device I have bought for my aquarium!
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<br />With my marine aquarium I have dealt endlessly with cloudy water and red slime issues. I switched to RO water and all solutions recommended and still no end to it. I love my fish but after 7 years (with some good clear days) I was fed up. Then it was recommended that i install a UV setup and so I did. WITHIN 8 HOURS (100 gallon tank) MY TANK IS BEYOND CRYSTAL CLEAR AND I AM STUNNED AT WHAT I SEE. All slime is gone as is all other algae (a little scrubbing after 8 hours removed the little that was left). I only wish I had known about this years ago as I now just stand there and stare at my tank in absolute disbelief.

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"Time tested winner" - Product Review by Eileen Desantis (Posted on 11/20/10)
Rating
Excellent!

Comments: I have owned the QL-80 for 20 yrs. It works like a charm, is easy to install,and replacement parts are available, ( every once in a while you do have to replace the overflow tube and the UV bulbs). All of the replacement parts are a snap to install. I use my QL-80 with a 1/4 HP starite pump in a pond application with JUMBO koi and it does the job well. I highly recommend this product.

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"ESP Computer Tec." - Product Review by Mickey Morris (Posted on 12/22/08)
Rating
Excellent!

Comments: this unit works fast, it is the best!!!

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"Great product" - Product Review by Neal Mccrea (Posted on 1/10/08)
Rating
Excellent!

Comments: This product is easy to assemble and install. Works like a charm. I am running this with a mag 7 and get great results.

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"love it" - Product Review by Manuel Fernandez (Posted on 11/30/07)
Rating
Great!

Comments: easy to install and clean

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