Aqua UV Ultraviolet Sterilizer

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Awesome! by NANCY

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 10/26/2009 from CARBONDALE, IL UNITED STATES

Comments: Sturdy design, easy to plumb, no leaks, can easily tell that the UV lamp is on. Great! Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Good Product by KEVIN WOO

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 9/10/2009 from CERRITOS, CA UNITED STATES

Comments: It's hard to really tell if it is working, but it was a snap to install and had good build quality. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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UV Sterilizer by WAI

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 8/24/2009 from RUTHERFORD, NJ UNITED STATES

Comments: Great product! I wish I took the time/money to install this when I first started my 55 g marine tank. I have 3 populations of total wipe out after ick. Since installation, I had zero. I've read all the pros and cons, in the end I wished I listen to the pros earlier. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Top Quality For a Price by Jason (aka Oreo on the boards)

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 7/15/2009 from PARKVILLE, MD UNITED STATES

Comments: I upgraded to this unit from a turbotwist. The two aren't in the same class. The Aqua is built like a tank from common schedule 40 PVC and accepts standard PVC fittings and UV bulbs. That's the way it should be. The turbotwist did not on either account and leaked like a sieve after a year. I have full confidence the Aqua will go the distance. Furthermore, because the aqua uses a straight UV bulb (compared to the turbotwist's U-shaped design) it sterilizes the water more efficiently by allowing the water to pass closer to the bulb (narrower quarts sleeve) and directs all of the bulbs light into the water (instead of back at itself) at a 90 degree angle to the sleeve which is optimal for transmission. The down side is the price. This unit is expensive. If you're the type who still uses vinyl tubing to plumb your aquarium you'll probably find a better value in another brand but if you have a large aquarium or pond, plumb exclusively with rigid PVC wherever possible and don't like replacing broken equipment this unit is worth the premium and may just save you money over the long haul. It's professional grade equipment at professional grade prices. Finally, skip the wipers unless you aren't prefiltering the water. You'll need to remove the quarts sleeve a couple times a year for a proper cleaning anyway and it's not a lot of trouble. However, do consider the unit with the union in the middle that allows the inlet & outlets to be rotated away from each other as it allows for more convenient plumbing. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Below Average

Leaks!!!! by MINH PHAM

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 7/2/2009 from FREMONT, CA UNITED STATES

Comments: After a few months, the unit started to leak near the wiper handle. I could not stop it from leaking even after taking it offline, cleaning and reinstalling it. The extra wiper feature is not worth the trouble since I had to pretty much keep the handle closed to keep it from leaking. I would have been better served to get the unit without one instead. I would not recommend this product to my friends.

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25w sterilizer by DANIEL WALTERS

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 6/21/2009 from LAKE WALES, FL UNITED STATES

Comments: I recieved and installed this sterilizer on Thursday. By Friday evening after work the pond had allready started looking clearer. I cleaned all the filters and restarted the u.v.. Saturday, clearer and Sunday crystal clear. 2000 gals went from green to clean in just 3 days. I have tried all different sorts of products, this one is worth the money. Thank you Marine Depot and Aqua UV 25w Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Great Product by BRENT BRYAN

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 6/16/2009 from BELVIDERE, IL UNITED STATES

Comments: The quality of this product cant be beat! It has outperformed all other uv sterilizers I have owned....highly reccommend!! Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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great product by BARRY PALAKODETY

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 5/11/2009 from NORTHGLENN, CO UNITED STATES

Comments: this is an amazing product. Less work on pond, no need to dump chemicals that harm fish and keeps pond crystal clear! Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Easy to use by TERRY SIMMS

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 4/24/2009 from Rosemont, IL UNITED STATES

Comments: This is an easy to use product. Easy to set up and works great. I would recommend it. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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worth it! by JULIO PEREZ

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 2/6/2009 from MIAMI, FL UNITED STATES

Comments: it was a breeze to install and seems to be working just fine. let see how long before the green pea soup look goes away Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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LET YOUR FISH HAPPY W/AQUA UV by JORGE RIVERA

Experience Level: Beginner

Posted on 1/1/2009 from KAPOLEI, HI UNITED STATES

Comments: THE AQUA ULTRAVIOLET 80W UV STERILIZER IS A MUST FOR KEEPING YOUR POND AND FISH POND CLEAN AND HEALTHIER LOOKING. I AM GLAD I BOUGHT IT ALONG WITH THE ULTIMA II 2000 FILTER. I DIDN'T WANT TO REGRET LATER ON FOR NOT HAVING INSTALLED ONE. IT IS A BIT PRICEY BUT THEN AGAIN, YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR! ALOHA,HAWAII Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Excellent Quality by VINCENT AMARO

Experience Level: Beginner

Posted on 11/22/2008 from SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA UNITED

Comments: Very good quality product. I have it set-up on a 220 gallon tank. Can handle higher flow than other UV's, however I have may water flow set at about 350GPH. I would buy another Aqua UV. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Great Product by ROGER BECKMAN

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 11/10/2008 from SANGER, CA UNITED STATES

Comments: This is a quality made UV and in just one night made my Reef tank Very clear and my water levels improved a great deal! Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Very good item by PATRICK HENRY

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 11/10/2008 from IONE, CA UNITED STATES

Comments: This uv sterilizer is a very good product. After one day of use it eliminated the smell in my aquarium. Just three things you should be aware of the uv sterilizer it is a little bulkly, it does come with two barb fittings and it will raise your aquarium temperature so keep that in mind when using uv sterilizers. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Aqua UV 57 Watt by EMMANUEL GINIS

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 9/20/2008 from NORTHBROOK, IL UNITED STATES

Comments: I have two of these sterilizers on both my 150 gallon reef and 220 gallon saltwater fish only aquarium and they work great! The bulbs have lasted a full year and I have not seen any sign of parasites or algae outbreaks in either tank. Water is crystal clear! This product is lightweight, easy to install and you can clearly see if the bulb is on. The unions make it effortless to remove the quartz sleeve and lamp for easy cleaning and replacement. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Great

Aqua UV 25 watt 3/4 inch W/wip by MARK LEINWANDER

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 8/23/2008 from FOLSOM, CA UNITED STATES

Comments: Just unpacked and installed it. The quality looks great. Easy to install. It had the correct fittings and it was easy to install the UV bulb. It looks like bulb replacement will be easy, which is what I was looking for. Haven't had a chance to clean the quartz with the wiper yet, but I don't think it will be a problem. Overall, what I expected so for. Appears to be well engineered and excellent quality. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Excellent product by KM WADE YACOUBIAN

Experience Level: Beginner

Posted on 7/28/2008 from MEMPHIS, TN UNITED STATES

Comments: This high-capacity UV sterilizer has kept my pond clear almost immediately upon installation. The ports are quick-release (i.e., they detach from the body of the unit), which will make changing the bulb much easier than my old sterilizer. Would recommend it! Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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aqua uv 25 by LAZARO GONZALEZ

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 7/16/2008 from ORLANDO, FL UNITED STATES

Comments: This the 3rd aqua uv I have owned they are build great. I have never had any problems. I like things to be well built and this is one of them. Great product. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Unsatisfactory

Leaker by ARMANDO RIVERA

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 7/12/2008 from WHITTIER, CA UNITED STATES

Comments: I bought this unit about 2 years ago and have never been able to use the wiper feature because it leaks. I had to seal it off with some silicone to stop the leak. Not a good product. I would not recommend this product to my friends.

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uv sterlizer by NICK SCHLEGEL

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 6/3/2008 from FRUITLAND, MD UNITED STATES

Comments: great unit, easy to install. my pond looks great now. I would even use this on salt water tanks as well. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Excellent craftsmanship!! by VT Hokie

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 4/4/2008 from ARLINGTON, VA UNITED STATES

Comments: This is a very sturdy product with strong materials. After one year's use I took it apart for a cleaning because I figured the wiper may not get it as clean over a long period of time. I was wrong, the glass tube that the wiper cleans was spotless even after 12 months! Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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High quality, small package by CHRIS JONES

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 2/21/2008 from PORTLAND, OR UNITED STATES

Comments: I ordered the 15 Watt version for a smaller tank after having good luck with the 25 Watt model. Same high quality and ease of use as the larger unit, but takes up less room since the bulb is shorter. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Simple and Sturdy by CHRIS JONES

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 1/30/2008 from PORTLAND, OR UNITED STATES

Comments: This is a high quality UV sterilizer which is sturdy and simple to install. I will be purchasing another one for my other tank. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Aqua UV 57 watt by cacker

Experience Level: Beginner

Posted on 11/30/2007 from CATHEDRAL CITY, CA UNITED STAT

Comments: Great product and a good price. Cleaned up my ponds color in a matter of days. Pond is now crystal clear and installation was a breeze. Would highly recommend product. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Slick Product by LOUIS KIRKBRIDE

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 11/30/2007 from RALEIGH, NC UNITED STATES

Comments: I received the sterilizer in a timely fashion. The product was installed on a 150 gal. reef tank without a problem. It took all of 15 minutes to install. Its operating and corals, fish and inverts seem to be happy with it. Product is well built and appears to be robust. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Great product by WILLIAM FITE

Experience Level: Expert

Posted on 11/29/2007 from ORLANDO, FL UNITED STATES

Comments: Build quality is excellent; far superior to most competitors. When I first assembled mine, it leaked like a sieve but that turned out to be a bit of packing material that had gotten into the gasket facing. Flicked that out and it worked perfectly. Goes to show, once again, that you get what you pay for.Great customer service (as always) from you, too! Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Mike by MIKE

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 9/26/2007 from LIVE OAK, FL UNITED STATES

Comments: Very nice compact unit. Had to deal with a small leak on the unit itself after installation, but it was not a big deal. Extra long power supply which was nice because my outlets were away from installation site. You have to be real careful installing the UV bulb into sleeve, it is fragile. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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UV Sterilizer by RON HOLLEYHEAD

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 9/20/2007 from HOUSTON, TX UNITED STATES

Comments: Was easy to install and was able to see a difference in water within 2 days. Good straight forward product and I would highly recommend to others. Thank You Ron Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Aqua UV Sterilizer by DAVID CHEN

Experience Level: Beginner

Posted on 9/20/2007 from SEATTLE, WA UNITED STATES

Comments: I had green water for awhile before I bought this product. I did the usually things of changing the water, using chemicals, and I stopped feeding the bottom feeders (hoping they would eat more algae). Installed this product on a Friday, came back to the office on a Monday and the tank was super clean. Very nice. Have had it for 2 weeks now and the water is super clean. Not sure how long it will last, but so far for me it is worth it. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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Excellent UV sterilizer by Ron W.

Comments: Very easy to use and place next to sump or behind the filter system. The wiper keeps the UV effect an an opptimum. Works great on my system. Also easy disassembly for replacement if necessary. Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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