Pond Products

Ultraviolet Pond Clarifiers

Tropical Marine Centre pioneered the development of UV cleansing systems and has manufactured them successfully since the late 1970s. There are now four ranges available: Pond Clear, Pond Clear Advantage, Pro Clear Advantage and Pond Pro UV110.

But How Do They Work?

Ultraviolet radiation at a wavelength of 254 nanometers is extremely effective in halting the reproduction of algae. The algae readily absorbs the UV light which damages its DNA structure and makes it flocculate (clump together ) allowing it to be trapped in a mechanical filter.

TMC's pond range of UV pond clarifiers work on this principle. At the heart of each UV unit is an ultraviolet lamp sealed inside a quartz sleeve. As water is pumped through the unit, ultraviolet light from the lamp destroys the green, single-celled water borne algae (which make garden ponds murky and unattractive), leaving the water crystal clear.

Pond Clear Advantage Unit

1. Green water enters unit.

2. Water treated by UV light.

3. Treated water returns to pond.

4. Multi-stage translucent hose-tails show UV lamp is working.

5. UV shield.

6. Quartz sleeve.

7. Compact high power UV lamp.

8. Simple electrical connections.

UV Clarifiers - the Benefits

• No adverse effect on sensitive plant and pond life.

• As no chemicals or other environmentally harmful processes are used, there is no danger of pollution or over-treatment of the water.

• Easy to use with translucent hose connectors which glow to show that the UV lamp is working.

• Extremely reliable - virtually no maintenance required.

• Designed for long life - all individual parts are replaceable and a full range of spares is available.

• Simple to install.

• Guarantees clear water (as long as the unit is installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the unit is the correct wattage for pond and pump capacity, stock level and situation.