Irreplaceable helper: UV lamp for home use

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Warm sun rays give us not only a beautiful tan, but also health. What a shame it is so hard to take the time and enjoy them regularly. The vacation ends quickly, the townspeople return to their offices, under the lamps of artificial lighting. How to take full advantage of the beneficial solar spectrum at home? You will need a home UV lamp. It will solve many problems, protect your home from pathogenic bacteria, and help cope with many diseases. Today we will analyze in detail all the questions on the operation of this device.

A UV emitter will cleanse your home of pathogens

The content of the article

1 What gives ultraviolet radiation
2 How does a UV illuminator work?
3 What is an ultraviolet lamp
4 Pros and cons of UV radiation
5 Types of UV lamps for home use
6 What are germicidal lamps that work in the presence of people
7 Models of home ultraviolet lamps "Sun"
- 7.1 Pros and cons of UV lamps "Sun" for children
8 How much does an ultraviolet lamp cost and where can you buy it
9 How to make an ultraviolet lamp from scrap materials at home
10 Video: an easier option for obtaining a source of ultraviolet radiation
11 A few words in conclusion

What gives ultraviolet radiation

The radiation from a UV lamp is between X-rays and the violet spectrum. This wave flow is as close as possible to the natural solar spectrum.The human body needs ultraviolet light. It allows vitamin D to be absorbed, which in turn will preserve our bones, hair and teeth. Lack of vitamin D leads to diseases of the musculoskeletal system.

Irradiators are used for disinfection in medical institutions

In addition to assimilating the vitamin necessary for bones, UV radiation is necessary to destroy microbes and viruses, treat inflammation, disinfect premises, water and tools.

How does a UV illuminator work?

In terms of the level of chemical interaction, ultraviolet radiation is the most active in the solar spectrum. But under the skin it penetrates only 1 millimeter. So the effect of ultraviolet radiation is limited to the surface of the mucous membrane and the area of the irradiated skin.Most of all, the human body is exposed to this spectrum, and less - arms and legs. Children's skin is more sensitive than adults.

UV radiation effectively affects the mucous membrane, reducing the inflammatory process

UV rays activate the body's defense reaction and normalize blood clotting. They have a beneficial effect on fat metabolism, improve respiration and adrenal function. All this effect complexly stimulates the work of the heart muscle.But it should be borne in mind that excessive radiation can lead to tissue burns, so any procedures using a UV lamp for home use must be strictly dosed.

What is an ultraviolet lamp

The device is not complicated and differs little from the design of a conventional lamp. The only difference is that the reflector and phosphor layers are used, and the lamp body is made of uviol glass. The rest of the device has the same tungsten electrodes, metal or plastic base and molybdenum current-carrying filaments.

Diagram of the structure of the UV lamp

The UV-casing of the device reduces the concentration of ozone at the place of the lamp operation. Excessive concentration of ozone is harmful to humans. Some irradiators use quartz glass; it is impossible to stay in rooms with such operating devices.

Pros and cons of UV radiation

Before you buy an ultraviolet lamp for your home, you should carefully study not only the benefits, but also the possible harm from this irradiator.

Benefit	Harm
Absorption of vitamin D for normal preservation of bone tissue and prevention of cancer	Constant radiation exposure can trigger skin cancer
Increased immunity by increasing the number of blood antibodies	Excessive exposure to the ultraviolet spectrum leads to retinal burns and deep eye damage
The formation of melanin in the skin, which protects cells from sunburn

Types of UV lamps for home use

UV devices can be divided into types according to several criteria:

By design, lamps are divided into closed, open and specialized. Open models are not protected by a casing and spread radiation around them, disinfecting objects and air that fall under it. Do not use such devices if there are people and animals in the room. Closed models can be used in residential areas with people. The emitter is hidden by a casing, and the design has a small fan that blows air for disinfection. Lamps for other purposes can also be found on sale - for physiotherapy procedures, manicure.

Specialized products have various designs and are used to disinfect medical and cosmetic instruments.

At the place of installation, the devices can be table-top, hanging wall-mounted or floor-standing. Floor products are installed in large rooms, solariums. Hanging and tabletop can be used for home purposes.

Suspended device is used for disinfection of premises

In terms of size, quartz lamps for home use are compact, portable, and large, stationary. Stationary devices are used to disinfect premises.
By the process of ozone formation, the devices are ozone-free and ozone-free. Ozone is formed in the air during the contact between UV radiation and oxygen. Its excessive concentration is harmful to humans, so after the operation of such a lamp, it is imperative to ventilate the room. Ozone-free devices do not produce gas due to the fact that they have mercury amalgam in their construction.

UV germicidal devices to fight germs

A mercury emitter with a gas-discharge mechanism of action possesses bactericidal properties. Its case is made of a material that only transmits UV rays. This device compares favorably with the old quartz version in that it does not spread the hard spectrum of ultraviolet radiation. It is easy to distinguish such lamps by the absence of a specific smell during operation.Bactericidal devices are necessary for the disinfection of residential and industrial premises. Ultraviolet lamps for room disinfection successfully kill viruses, bacteria and fungal spores with their radiation.

It is useful to use UV devices in rooms where there are patients with ARVI and influenza, other infections transmitted by airborne droplets

Attention! Despite the absence of harsh radiation, you should be careful with germicidal irradiators and use protective eyewear.

Such devices can be used to disinfect water and sterilize surgical instruments.

Application of ultraviolet lamps for flowers and plants

Indoor gardeners will appreciate all the benefits of the UV spectrum for plant care. These lamps create a kind of electromagnetic radiation that flowers love.

UV illumination stimulates the growth and development of green mass

Advice! Lack of ultraviolet light manifests itself as brown or gray spots on the leaves, be careful, use UV sources, and do not miss the alarming symptoms.

Ultraviolet light is usually used in conjunction with conventional lighting. In this way, you can increase daylight hours in the middle of winter. There are options and uses of the UV spectrum without other additional lighting. It is usually used when it is necessary to grow seedlings on rack.

This lighting creates comfortable conditions for growing greenery, and the seedlings are strong and undersized.

Important to remember! The UV lamp should not be placed too close to the leaves, the distance should be at least 15 ÷ 20 centimeters. If you place the radiation source closer, the foliage will get burned.

70 watts is enough for one square meter of green mass. The lamps in the greenhouse are turned on for 12 hours.

Using UV lamps for water

The state of the water supply networks in cities leaves much to be desired. Corroded pipes are often not airtight; not only groundwater, but also wastewater contaminated with bacteria can get into drinking water. You can protect yourself at home using filterusing ultraviolet water treatment.

This method can disinfect not only tap moisture, but also artesian waters.

The principle of operation of the UV filter is simple - water is passed through a storage tank in which the irradiator is located. The rays kill all viruses and bacteria in the liquid, after which the water becomes usable even without boiling. The most effective are lamps with a wavelength of 260.5 nm. It is this frequency that destroys bacterial cells by breaking their DNA strands.

Modern excimer water purification devices are mercury-free and powerful. In such filters, the result of homolysis is the rapid oxidation of all organic matter and the death of pathogenic microorganisms.

UV Water Filter Device

Before choosing a device for water purification, you should pay attention to the data on the effectiveness of these devices. Quartz models have an indicator of 5 ÷ 9%, mercury 8 ÷ 33%, exmere 9 ÷ 27%.The great advantage of this method of water disinfection is that it does not use chemicals, is safe and very effective. Purified water has no foreign taste or smell.UV filters are used not only for drinking sources. They make it easy to maintain a swimming pool, a small home fish pond and an aquarium.Such devices will not only clear the water of bacteria, but also prevent algae from multiplying, which turns the reservoir into a muddy swamp.

A flawless manicure using an ultraviolet nail lamp

Permanent manicure is gaining more and more popularity among the fair sex. Well-groomed nails for a long time - what could be more convenient. Many have already mastered the use of shellac at home.

For such a manicure, you must have a UV or LED lamp in your arsenal.

The most popular today are precisely ultraviolet devices with a low power from 8 to 55 W. The more powerful the radiation, the faster the process of varnish formation. Professional salons use powerful devices 35 ÷ 55 W, there is no need to buy such a lamp for home, 8 ÷ 20 W is quite enough.UV lamps are suitable for all types of gel polish.

People with specific skin reactions to various types of irritants should use such products with caution

These products also have their drawbacks. Long term use leads to a gradual loss of power. If you notice that the varnish spreads and dries for a long time, it's time to change the lamp. Another problem for LED UV lamps is the voltage drops in the network. Power surges lead to lamp failure.

Note! The life of UV dryers is limited to approximately 8000 hours. Such lamps are not recommended for use at air temperatures below 12 degrees.

It should be remembered that the mercury content of ultraviolet light sources requires special care when disposing of them.

Can UV lamps be used for children?

The benefits of quartzing for the prevention and treatment of many diseases are well known. The use of ultraviolet lamps for children should be strictly dosed, since the child's skin is more sensitive to radiation than that of an adult.

Ultraviolet baths are shown even for newborns

Important! After the quartzing procedure, you cannot bathe the child or lubricate his skin with creams for a day.

In no case should you forget about eye protection - use glasses when quartzing.Ultraviolet procedures help fight rickets in childhood, increase the immune resistance of the child's body. Topical UV devices can help treat sore throat and runny nose.

How to choose a germicidal UV lamp for your home against germs

Finding the right model is not as easy as it seems. Before buying, you need to carefully study and compare all the models you like.First of all, decide what you need the device for: for water purification, disinfecting the room or irradiating the body. Exclude ozone lamps from the shopping list, they cannot be used at home.

The most correct choice is lamps with a closed body. They are safe and suitable for home use.

What are germicidal lamps that work in the presence of people

The safest for home use are devices that work with a closed case. They are also called recirculators. Such irradiators can work safely in the room, even if there are children in it. Usually the casing can be removed, in which case the lamp is used to quartz the room. In this case, no one should be in the room.

An important point! Bactericidal lamps should not be used for tanning. Their radiation spectrum is harmful to the skin.

In recirculators, the UV source is located in a housing with a built-in mini-fan. They will drive air through the body. In the disinfection area, UV rays kill all microorganisms. The purified air flow is returned to the atmosphere of the room.

All openings of the recirculator are protected from the penetration of rays from the inside

Such a device can operate continuously for up to 12 hours a day.Modern models are additionally equipped with a remote control, timer and carbon filter system.

Models of home ultraviolet lamps "Sun"

Ultraviolet irradiators "Solnyshko" are the most popular devices of this type in the Russian market segment. They are suitable for indoor decontamination and education for adults and children.

The range of irradiators of this brand:

Photo	Model	Specific features
	OUFC 1	A compact, low power device suitable for teaching children from infancy. Without a protective cover, it can be used for decontamination of premises. To process a room with high quality, you need to rearrange the device in different corners.
	OUFC 2	The more powerful product is intended only for adults and children from 3 years old. It can be used for disinfection of premises.
	OUFC 3	Can be used as a home solarium. Disinfects rooms quickly. Can only be used for adult education.
	OUFC 4	The powerful device effectively cleans the air. It is used to treat the throat and nose, subject to power adjustment and adherence to the treatment regimen. Do not use such a device for children under three years old.

Pros and cons of UV lamps "Sun" for children

The UV lamp "Sun", like any medical device, must be used strictly for its intended purpose.Among the main advantages of using these devices, one should mention the possibility of not only treating many diseases, but also relieving pain during inflammation and injuries, destroying harmful microorganisms, and preventing respiratory infections.

During operation, you will also find the disadvantages of the device:

the metal body of the lamp is not grounded, and all the wires in it are too close to the walls;
replacing the lamp in the device is an extremely difficult procedure, the case is difficult to disassemble;
the device does not have a timer, so during the procedures you need to have a watch with a stopwatch on hand;
the operating device interferes with the operation of home electronics;
The device comes with only one pair of glasses, which means that the session can be carried out only for one person. And this is difficult if the child is to be irradiated.

If you keep these operational nuances in mind, you may be able to avoid many problems.

How much does an ultraviolet lamp cost and where can you buy it

If you suddenly do not know where to buy an ultraviolet lamp, then these devices can be purchased at any medical equipment store. There are many online shopping sites offering different types of irradiators. Here are the most popular models according to Yandex.Market:

Model	Application features	price, rub.
Quartz DKBU-9	Used for disinfection of premises	1450
Crystal BNB 01-11-001	Disinfects air and objects in the room	1650
Sun OUFK-01	Local irradiation, disinfection of premises, treatment of a number of diseases	1950
Generis wall-ceiling OBNP	Placed on a wall or ceiling. Closed body type. Used in the absence of people.	2800
Irradiator UFO-V Electronics with timer	Tabletop body training device with uviol glass flask.	2990
Recirculator bactericidal Armed СH111-115	Used in the presence of people for air disinfection.	3250

How to make an ultraviolet lamp from scrap materials at home

To be honest, the game is practically not worth the candle. You can buy an ordinary ultraviolet lamp at any medical equipment store and its price is relatively low. In this case, you get a guaranteed spectrum of radiation that is safe and beneficial for the body. Any homemade emitter is a decent amount of time spent plus not guaranteed results. Someone thinks that in order to obtain ultraviolet radiation, it is enough to paint an ordinary lamp blue.The dubious effect of such a device can only manifest itself in the heating of individual parts of the body, and this heating is most likely from the heat of the lamp itself, and not from ultraviolet radiation.

If you are not looking for easy ways, here is a small MK from a craftsman:

Photo	Description of work
	To make a UV lamp, you will need a DRL-250 fluorescent lamp
	It is necessary with the help of a grinder to carefully cut off the glass flask
	As a result, you will have in your hands such a base of the lamp, which will emit the ultraviolet spectrum.
	The mount for the future device can be made of plywood or OSB sheet. The lamp holder is fixed to the base
	For the lamp, select the appropriate choke in power.
	Connection diagram of a lamp with a power source
	It remains only to connect the wires and plug the lamp into an outlet. If after a while you smell ozone, everything went well.

Video: an easier option for obtaining a source of ultraviolet radiation

We remind you that you are unlikely to get a beneficial health effect from such a construction.

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A few words in conclusion

For home use, ultraviolet lamps are a very useful device. It will help in the fight against many diseases, make your life safer and more comfortable. If you have already used UV lamps and you have useful information that can complement our material, write about it in the comments!