Help me identify my UV Sterilizer

[Kron Johnson]

I bought a tank used, the seller included this UV sterilizer and there is no markings on it other than “in” and “out” I want to replace the bulb and make sure it is sealed but I’m looking for info on the unit. Can’t anyone identify it?? I’m adding an image of the sump in case someone can identify that too.

 

[Flippers4pups]

Looks like a lifeguard aquatics uv.

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Ultaviolet Sterilizer Modules QL Series.

 

[Kron Johnson]

Looks like a lifeguard aquatics uv.

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Lifegard Aquatics is one of the world's most recognized and respected aquarium brands. Best known for our fluidized filters and Quiet One pumps, we also fabricate stunning low-iron glass tanks, AIO pico & nanos, and plumbing parts. Hobbyists love our curated collection of wood, stone, and rock...

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Looks like you’re right. Is it junk?

 

[Flippers4pups]

Looks like you’re right. Is it junk?

Have you taken it apart? The question is, is the ballast any good and will it light the bulb? Will it leak?

 

[Kron Johnson]

Have you taken it apart? The question is, is the ballast any good and will it light the bulb?

No but I will now that I was able to find some
Info on it. I was kind of afraid to open it.

 

[Kron Johnson]

Have you taken it apart? The question is, is the ballast any good and will it light the bulb? Will it leak?

I know the bulb needs to be replaced. I think I can maybe clean the quartz tube rather than replace. If I had to replace both it’d be cheaper to buy something else probably than put a bunch of time and money into it.

 

[Flippers4pups]

It's either a 15,25 or 40 watt unit, I think. Most likely depends on length of the unit.

 

[Kron Johnson]

It’s definitely a 40. It’s massive.

 

[Flippers4pups]

I know the bulb needs to be replaced. I think I can maybe clean the quartz tube rather than replace. If I had to replace both it’d be cheaper to buy something else probably than put a bunch of time and money into it.

Yes, your right. Cheaper to buy new than replace the ballast and bulb.

Aqua UV makes affordable units. I'm running one right now.

 

[AnacapaReefs]

It’s definitely a 40. It’s massive.

You would be surprised. I had an 80 watt that was pretty small. I also have a 240 watt that’s like 4’x 12” diameter

 

[Kron Johnson]

Yes, your right. Cheaper to buy new than replace the ballast and bulb.

Aqua UV makes affordable units. I'm running one right now.

i will check that out in my journey towards finishing this build. Thanks for your help.

 

[Kron Johnson]

You would be surprised. I had an 80 watt that was pretty small. I also have a 240 watt that’s like 4’x 12” diameter

I’ve definitely noticed size doesn’t always equal the wattage when you go from one brand to the next but based on the spec sheet for this particular unit I definitely have the 40 watt. I hadn’t even planned to run a UV but since I got one I figure now I’m going to include one in the build either way.