Description
Aqua Ultraviolet Classic Sterilizer - 114 Watt (Black)
Achieve crystal-clear water and a pristine aquatic environment with the Aqua Ultraviolet 114 Watt Classic Sterilizer. Renowned for its rugged design and unmatched performance, the Classic Series is the "gold standard" for removing green water and controlling harmful bacteria in large ponds and aquariums. By utilizing high-intensity UV-C radiation, this unit disrupts the DNA of single-celled algae and pathogens, ensuring they cannot reproduce.
Whether you are battling "pea soup" green water or looking to protect sensitive fish from disease, the 114 Watt unit offers the power needed for bodies of water up to 9,500 gallons. Its slender, high-flow design allows for maximum UV contact time while maintaining the high flow rates required by modern filtration systems.
Performance Breakdown
The 114 Watt Classic is versatile and can be utilized in two primary ways depending on your water volume and goals:
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As a Sterilizer (2,200 – 4,400 Gallons): Eradicates harmful bacteria, protozoa, and viruses. This is the recommended setting for koi ponds and high-stocking environments where fish health is the priority.
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As a Clarifier (Up to 9,500 Gallons): Controls free-floating algae (green water). Perfect for large water gardens with moderate sunlight and plant coverage.
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Saltwater Applications: Effectively sterilizes saltwater systems up to 700 gallons, providing a critical line of defense against parasites like Marine Ich.
Premium Features
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Dual Lamp System: Features two 57-watt high-output lamps for redundant power and increased surface area contact.
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Highest Quality Quartz: Uses premium quartz sleeves that allow for a 99.9% UV transmission rate, ensuring no energy is wasted.
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EZ Twist Cap: Engineered for tool-free maintenance, making lamp changes and quartz sleeve cleaning fast and simple.
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Visual Monitor: A clear quartz cap allows you to see at a glance if the lamps are operating without exposing your eyes to harmful UV rays.
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Lifetime Housing Warranty: The UV-resistant black housing is built to withstand the elements and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty against UV degradation.
Technical Specifications
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Wattage: 114 Watts (2 x 57W Lamps)
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Inlet/Outlet: 2" Slip fittings (allows for maximum GPH)
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Max Flow Rate (Sterilizer): 3,900 GPH
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Max Flow Rate (Clarifier): 4,500 GPH
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Dimensions: 20" x 10.25" x 2.5"
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Placement: Rated for both indoor and outdoor use.
