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Lifegard Aquatics 40 Watt UV Sterilizer QL-40

Lifegard Aquatics 40 Watt UV Sterilizer QL-40

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Lifegard Aquatics 40 Watt UV Sterilizer QL-40 Information


Product Manuals & Documentation

Model # : QL-40
Dimensions: 34.5" X 7" X 4.75"
Max Flow Rate: Up to 1500 GPH
Maint. Clearance: 64.5"

The radiation from ultraviolet light at 2537 angstroms provided inside the Rainbow Lifegard/Pentair Aquatics Ultraviolet Sterilizer exerts a lethal effect on micro-organisms. UV light alters genetic material within the cells, which interrupts respiration. UV light, when used properly, is extremely beneficial in destroying disease causing pathogens as they pass through the unit. UV sterilization is an effective method of disease control.

Four major factors affect the percent kill of free-floating micro-organisms by UV radiation:
  1. Size of organisms.
  2. Radiation level.
  3. The extent to which UV rays penetrate the water.
  4. Contact time in which the micro-organism is exposed to the UV radiation.
Pure hard quartz material in the bulb dramatically increases UV output compared to other conventional bulbs of equal wattage.

Bulb changing is the easiest in the industry. Simply slide the old bulb out and slide the new bulb in. No need to shut down the filter system or turn off the pump. Bulb and ballast connect together with a single 4 pin connector. UV radiation levels can be increased by slowing down the flow rate or increasing the total wattage in the system.

We carry all Rainbow products. Please call for best pricing.

Rainbow Lifegard Ultraviolet Sterilizer Modules
Watt Max gph Dimensions Fittings
8 240 4-3/4" x 7-1/2" x 17" 1-1/4" slip in, 1" slip out
or 3/4" FPT
25 760 4-3/4" x 7-1/2" x 26-3/4" 1-1/4" slip in, 1" slip out
or 3/4" FPT
40 1,500 4-3/4" x 7-1/2" x 34-1/2" 1-1/4" slip in, 1" slip out
or 3/4" FPT
80 3,000 40-1/4" x 14-1/2" x 7" 1-1/4" FPT
120 4,500 40-1/4" x 18-1/2" x 6-1/2" 1-1/2" FPT

Specifications

Model # : QL-40
Dimensions: 34.5" X 7" X 4.75"
Max Flow Rate: Up to 1500 GPH
Maint. Clearance: 64.5"

Plumbing Note: 8W, 25W, and 40W models have 1-1/4" Slip Inlet Ports and 1" Slip Outlet Ports. 80W units have 1-1/4" Slip Inlet and Outlet Ports. 120W, 160W, 240W units have 1-1/2" Slip Inlet and Outlet Ports.


Product Manuals & Documentation

Lifegard Aquatics 40 Watt UV Sterilizer QL-40
Owner's Manual available for download in Adobe PDF file format


Manufacturer Info

Lifegard Aquatics Aquarium Supplies
Lifegard Aquatics manufactures and supplies a complete line of aquarium, pond, water garden and aquaculture products for the advanced aquarist, pond owner, professional landscaper or contractor. Their proven quality products include life support systems for salt or freshwater use in large or small aquariums, outdoor ponds, fountains and water gardens, as well as fish hatcheries or other commercial installations. Lifegard Aquatic’s product line features filtration units, ultraviolet (UV) sterilizers, pumps of every conceivable size and performance, automatic fish feeders, digital thermometers, filter media, Fittings, valves and other support equipment required for maintaining indoor or outdoor installations.

Warranty

Manufacturer`s Warranty: 1 year from date of purchase.


Lifegard Aquatics 40 Watt UV Sterilizer QL-40 Reviews



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Great Product

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Reviewers Rating Excellent!


Posted: 1/29/2012 from CA
5.0 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: I like this unit so well, I am going with two 120W units for my big tank upgrade.


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Caught Fire Dont Buy

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Reviewers Rating Unsatisfactory


Posted: 1/24/2012 from OLDSMAR, FL UNITED STATES
0.5 5
Experience Level: Expert


Comments: Came home to find my fish room covered in soot. At first i thought it might have been user error but then saw this happened to others. Dont buy unless you want your house to burn down...


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Great UV unit

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Reviewers Rating Excellent!


Posted: 6/23/2011 from LAMBERTVILLE, MI UNITED STATES
4.5 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: Very nice unit that is easy to install into your system. Pros: Handles a lot of water so you can run a larger pump. Easy to replace bulb. Cons: Would be nice to have treaded fittings into the unit and not slip fittings. This way you could transfer it out to another system. Unit is very tall and must be run upright which could be a problem.


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missing piece

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Reviewers Rating Great


Posted: 3/29/2011 from BLOOMINGDALE, GA UNITED STATES
4.0 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: I think that I am missing a piece.


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Improved wiring

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Reviewers Rating Average


Posted: 9/25/2010 from PORT ARTHUR, TX UNITED STATES
3.0 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: My last QL 40 caught on fire and burst into flames at the top where the rubber cap had come loose. The new version's cap is screwed on and perhaps a response to the older version's design flaw!


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handle with care

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Reviewers Rating Below Average


Posted: 7/18/2010 from LONDON, KY UNITED STATES
2.0 5
Experience Level: Expert


Comments: This product works very well but be very careful as water has a tendency of leaking in to the electrical and shorting unit out


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Works Well

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Reviewers Rating Great


Posted: 7/1/2010 from TULSA, OK UNITED STATES
4.0 5
Experience Level: Expert


Comments: Pros: Works as advertised Can Be Ganged with other products Easy to plumb Cons: Very Tall unit Vertical Installation only Has helped a great deal with my algae problem. A good unit, but be sure to preplan your installation. If I had it to do over again I would seriously consider a horizontal unit.


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daisy chainable

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3.0 5


Comments: The unit is bulky and requires pre planning to setup to maintain access. The nice thing about them is that it can be connected in a daisy chain with other Pentair things like chemical modules.


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outstanding but fragile

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3.0 5


Comments: My QL-40 did an outstanding job on my 2000+ gal Koi pond, but I live in the high country and one tough winter fractured the entire housing. The only thing to survive was the lamp and quartz tube.


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