A clear and vibrant pond is not only aesthetically pleasing, but an indication of a good aquatic ecosystem. Mechanical filtration and biological cycling are the main helpers of pond maintenance, but it is evident that one of the tools which are not usually looked at is the UV clarifier.
These are electronic devices that employ ultraviolet light to attack or destroy microscopic algae, bacteria and other aquatic life likely to cause a hazy look to your pond and disrupt the fragile ecosystem of life. In this post, let’s consider why UV clarifiers cannot be avoided and how they work.
What Are UV Clarifiers?
UV clarifiers are special filtration equipment that introduces pond water to ultra-violet radiance- generally, 254 nanometers of light. This light passes through the walls of the cells making the microorganisms unable to reproduce because their DNA is interfered with. With the water flowing through the chamber, the affected organisms are destroyed or trapped by a secondary media of filtration. The outcome is clear water that is also less prone to algal blooms and healthier to fish and aquatic plants.
AP is a harmful pathogen that causes waterborne illnesses and can result in health issues for individuals near ponds. Therefore UV clarifiers are essential component of Pond Health maintenance.
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Regardless of whether you are a back yard pond owner or in charge of a larger commercial water display, the addition of a UV clarifier into your system can ensure huge savings in high water quality management.
How UV Clarifiers Work
The mechanism of UV clarifier is very simple yet effective. When the water in the pond is pumped into a tank with a UV lamp, the light is emitted through a quartz sleeve through which the bulb is enclosed but the UV rays can penetrate the sleeve.
Microorganisms that come into contact with the light absorb the energy, leading to the formation of free radicals that damage their cellular components. When the cells are damaged, they are unable to replicate or survive and it means fewer algae and bacteria to obstruct the pond.
In contrast to other chemical disinfectants, UV treatment does not leave any residual taste, odor, or toxicity, which is why it is safe for fish, water plants, other aquatic life and even human beings.
A UV clarifier is a silent pond protector. It maintains the natural beauty and ecology of your water feature by removing microscopic water predators, which make your pond look and feel unattractive and unhealthy.
Conclusion
You can be revamping an existing system or creating a new pond, the purchase of a quality UV clarifier will be a decision that will reap major rewards in terms of clarity, less chemical use and less future maintenance expenses. You can enjoy the calm beauty only when water is crystal clear.
