Ultraviolet clarification (also known as ultraviolet sterilization) is a proven technology that has a long history of aquarium use: its benefits range from controlling and eradicating suspended bacteria, suspended single cell algae, and various unwanted pathogens, to improving overall water clarity. The most effective wavelength for these purposes is 253 nm, which falls squarely into the UVC spectrum of light. While using a UVC Clarifier does not replace important aquarium husbandry practices such as regular partial water changes, regular filter maintenance, and the quarantining of new fish, it does add an extra layer of filtration that cannot be obtained otherwise.
Fluval UVC Inline Clarifier Unit 3w
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR CANISTER FILTER: ADD A UVC CLARIFIER
Suspended Algae
Placing an aquarium where it provides the best visual appeal is essential to enjoying this great hobby. This can mean, however, that some natural light may reach the aquarium at certain times of the day. This can quickly lead to suspended algae blooms, where nothing is seen in the aquarium other than green water. The use of a UVC Clarifier will not only rapidly clear green water, but will also effectively prevent it from developing at all!
Cloudy Water
Cloudy water can develop as a result of one of several factors: poor quality tap water, which may contain dissolved organics, excess feeding, poor tank maintenance practices, insufficient filtration, and more. Suspended bacteria and other organisms, which feed in the water column, exploit the nutrient-rich environment and begin to proliferate. The result of these organisms feeding and rapidly multiplying in aquarium water with these conditions is cloudy, milky white water. The use of a UVC Clarifier quickly eliminates suspended organisms, clearing cloudy water and preventing it from developing again in the future.
Purchasing New Fish
While quarantining new additions to your aquarium is unquestionably the best thing to do, it is unfortunately not possible for everyone to do so. At a minimum, always make sure to observe the aquarium from which you plan to purchase new fish carefully. Make sure that all the fish in that tank are healthy; if you see any signs of disease, make sure to point them out to the store staff and do not buy any fish from that tank.
Unfortunately, even when every precaution is taken, the addition of new fish can still lead to the introduction of diseases into your tank. Some symptoms may only reveal themselves later, once the new organism has been added to the tank. For this reason, preventive action is recommended.
A UVC Clarifier helps control the spread of unwanted bacteria and, depending on their life stage, parasites. Should an outbreak occur, it is usually less severe when UVC clarification is present. Furthermore, the presence of a UVC Clarifier helps buy time for an effective treatment to be found and applied. Having a UVC Clarifier does not mean you won’t have disease outbreaks, nor does it mean you don’t need to treat them should they occur. Rather, having a UVC Clarifier means that some disease outbreaks may be avoided, and that the chances of successfully treating disease outbreaks when they occur are higher.
While an aquarium filter already mechanically, chemically, and biologically filters water, a UVC Clarifier adds an extra layer of filtration that cannot be obtained otherwise. To protect your aquarium from green and cloudy water and make the most of your canister filter, purchase the Fluval UVC Clarifier today!
- A chemical-free and maintenance-free way to purify water
- Eradicates suspended bacteria and algae in the water column that contribute to cloudy and green water, respectively
- Helps prevent the growth of cyanobacteria that often smothers and destroys aquatic plants
- Does not harm beneficial, surface-dwelling bacteria
- Condensed design redirects water flow up, down and around the bulb to maximize contact time for effective clarification
- CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Light) technology runs cooler than traditional UVC bulbs to last up to 30,000 hours (3X longer)
- Easily fits within aquarium cabinetry without cluttering existing filtration setup
- Quickly connects in-line to all canister filter hosing with an internal diameter of 5/8” (or 16mm), including all Fluval 07 and 06 Series filters
- Multi-directional – works in either direction so there is no need to move existing filter setup
- Energy-efficient – up to 80% less expensive to operate than competitive clarifiers
- 4–24 hour timer included for optional intermittent use
- Hose connector and mounting hardware included – no additional parts required
- For use in freshwater, saltwater and even turtle aquariums where algae is often present
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UVC clarifier
Fantastic!! Thank you!! Easy to install, cleared cloudy water 3 days from installation!!
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