UV Sterilizer Flow

[e3pillereefer]

I installed a 25 watt Pentair UV Sterilizer. My return pump is a Cor15 from Neptune Systems. When I crank up the Cor15 to max flow, I can get only 335ish gph. Just wondering if I'm getting any benefit from the UVS or do I need to get a bigger RP? I think the flow for algae is over 700 gph?

 

[blaxsun]

I installed a 25 watt Pentair UV Sterilizer. My return pump is a Cor15 from Neptune Systems. When I crank up the Cor15 to max flow, I can get only 335ish gph. Just wondering if I'm getting any benefit from the UVS or do I need to get a bigger RP? I think the flow for algae is over 700 gph?

According to the specs the Pentair Smart UV 25-watt is rated for 788 Gph (maximum). It suggests 472 Gph for algae & bacteria and 79-131 Gph for Protozoa bacteria. Depending on your tank size (this UV model is rated for up to 130 gallons) you should be ok for either algae or protozoa.

Smart UV Sterilizer 25 Watt - Pentair Aquatics

Emperor Aquatics is now Pentair Aquatic Eco-Systems. Why does BRS recommend this? When it comes to UV most other companies will recommend a small UV for a large tank which in reality won’t do much more than make your water look a bit clearer. If your ultimate goal is to keep bacteria...

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[e3pillereefer]

Cool thanks!

 

[reefz]

Brs has alot on uv sterilizers.

 

[e3pillereefer]

I've watched them all