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Pentair Aquatics

Smart High Output 50 Watt UV Sterilizer

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$895.98

$895.98
Discontinued by Bulk Reef Supply
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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, protozoa, and other free-floating pathogens at bay you really can't do much better than Pentair Aquatics for UV sterilizers.  With their real-world ratings, we have tried other UV sterilizers and really nothing else has come close.  Even though they are a bit more expensive than other brands, their performance makes them worth every penny.

 

Bulk Reef Supply carries the Pentair Aquatics line of UV Equipment because we feel they product some of the best UV sterilizers available to the aquarium industry and are one of the few brands that offer legitimately sized units capable of fulfilling their claims. Pentair Aquatics SMART High Output UV series features a compact space saving design which utilizes a 5" reaction chamber. When used properly UV Sterilizers significantly reduce the chance of encountering disease or algae outbreaks.

 

Pentair Aquatics UV Sterilizers are superior in the following ways:

  • Sterilizers are accurately sized based on contact time, flow rate and tank volume to achieve realistic results.
  • Suggested sizes are based on end of bulb life to ensure continuous results
  • Suggested flow rates factor in the water clarity and UV Transmittance of typical aquariums rather than basing them on purified water.
  • Unique design maximizes the effective contact time by utilizing the full bulb length.
  • Pentair Aquatics is trusted by zoos, universities and public aquariums including Duke University, Monterey Bay Aquarium, SeaWorld, Georgia Aquarium, USDA Agricultural Research

 

UV sterilizers are most effective as a preventative measure against disease outbreak. While not infallible, a properly sized and set up sterilizer will add a significant barrier to disease outbreak. Protecting your system and it's inhabitants will ultimately save money, promote long-lived healthy fish and increase satisfaction received from the hobby. Sterilizers can also be used as a component of an effective strategy to current outbreak. Primarily to help ensure the outbreak doesn't re-emerge after treatment. Anyone who has had the misfortune to encounter an outbreak will appreciate the importance of preventive measures against future problems.

 

Suggested Aquarium Size: 330 gallons or less

  • Minimum Operational Flow Rate: 260 GPH
  • Maximum Operational Flow Rate: 1980 GPH

 

Specifications

  • Max Aquarium Size: 330 Gallons
  • Number of Lamps: 1
  • Algae & Bacteria Water Flow Rate: 1560GPH/1980GPH (Suggested*/Maximum)
  • Protozoa Bacteria Water Flow Rate: 260GPH/330GPH (Suggested*/Maximum)
  • Input Watts: 50 watts
  • UV-C Output Watts: 16 watts
  • UV Body Length: 30"
  • UV Body Diameter: 6"
  • Inlet/Outlet Size: 2" PVC Unions

 

Model Maximum Aquarium SizeNo. Lamps/WattsWater Flow Rate Algae and Bacteria 30,000 µWs/cm² Suggested/MaximumWater Flow Rate
Protozoa
180,000 µWs/cm² Suggested/Maximum
Input WattsDimensions (Inches)Inlet/Outlet
Smart HO UV 50 330 Gallons 1/50 1560 GPH/1980 GPH 260 GPH/330 GPH 50 30" x 6" 2" Union

 

*Suggested flow rates are based on 80% power or "end of lamp's life" performance

*Maximum flow rates are based on 100% power or new lamp output

*Flow rates consider 90% UV transmissibility

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Product Questions

What pump would you recommend getting for this?
Question by: Natasha Bronstad on Mar 27, 2022, 10:12 AM
Hey there,
Thank you for reaching out to us. WE would recommend the Varios-6, that way to have controll over the speed for various filtration needs.

Please let me know if you need anything further and take care!
Answer by: Matt Lucero (BRS Staff) on Mar 29, 2022, 10:23 AM
What is the housing made of?
Question by: Chad on Feb 1, 2018, 6:59 PM
Hi Chad,
Thank you for reaching out with your question. The housing on the Pentair UV sterilizer is made of PVC.
Please let us know if you have any other questions.
Have a great day!
Answer by: William Glenn on Feb 12, 2018, 9:15 AM
What pump would u use for it?
Question by: Jon on Jul 4, 2016, 1:10 PM
Depending on the height the pump will need to push up to the sterilizer and the overall goal we would suggest looking into the Sicce Syncra 3.0 or 3.5 pumps and then just adding a ball valve to fine tune for lower flow applications through the sterilizer. If you are looking for a high flow application either the Waveline DC6000 or the Ecotech Vectra M1 would be good choices.
Answer by: Charlie on Jul 7, 2016, 8:21 AM
What size pond would this unit work for, and, can this unit be used outdoors?
Question by: Jim Nelson on Apr 23, 2016, 11:22 PM
Great question!
The suggested aquarium Size is 480 gallon or less. None of our products are designed for outdoor use.
Answer by: Connor on Apr 27, 2016, 10:43 AM
What's the difference among UV lite, UV, and High Output UV models in practical terms? For example, in my case, for a 135 gallon reef system in my home? Which of the 40 Watt UV lite, the 40 Watt UV (not lite), and this 50 Watt high output and why?
Question by: David on Nov 25, 2013, 4:49 AM
Hi David,
The difference between the lite and the standard is the diameter of the reaction chamber. The lite models are thinner, take a bit less space but because of the decreased diameter, have decreased contact time and are thus not as effective at treating as large of tanks. The high output models just happen to use a bulb that has a higher output wattage and is just basically a designation of the bulb/ballast type. For a 135g tank any of the above would suffice, though my preference is for the 40w standard model as you get a significant performance bump for just a few dollars.
Answer by: Bulk Reef Supply on Nov 25, 2013, 4:49 AM