Aqua Professional 15W UV Lamp – UV steriliser

This UV-C steriliser suits keepers running marine or freshwater aquaria and outdoor ponds who need to limit free-floating algae, cyanobacteria and microorganisms in the water. Its 15W lamp and specified flow rating make it a fit for the tank sizes listed below, and its IP rating allows it to operate outside a covered area.

Why it matters

• The lamp is rated IPX5, so it can be placed outdoors without a roof or used submerged.
• The UV tube sits inside a clear glass sleeve, which the manufacturer says passes the full output of the UV filament.
• An electronic ballast drives the lamp, which the manufacturer states extends filament life and keeps power use low.
• The tube is a standard T8 44 cm G13 type, so replacements are available from general suppliers, and the housing is built so the tube can be swapped when needed.

Specifications

• Lamp power: 15 W
• Tube: OSRAM T8 15 W, 44 cm, G13 base
• Hose connectors: 20 mm, 25 mm, 32 mm, 40 mm (3/4", 1", 1 1/4", 1 1/2")
• Maximum flow: 7500 l/h
• Recommended volume: marine aquarium 500 l, freshwater aquarium 1000 l, pond 15000 l
• Water-resistance rating: IPX5
• Dimensions: 54 cm x 19 cm x 9 cm
• Weight: 2.8 kg

What it works with

The steriliser is intended for marine and freshwater aquaria, and for garden ponds and fountains, with the recommended volumes above as the reference. It connects to standard hose sizes from 20 mm to 40 mm, so it can be fitted into an external filtration circuit with a flow of up to 7500 l/h. Check that the pump flow and hose diameter match the lamp before installation.