UVC radiation is a known disinfectant for air, water, and nonporous surfaces. UVC radiation has effectively been used for decades to reduce the spread of bacteria, such as tuberculosis. For this reason, UVC lamps are often called “germicidal” lamps. UVC destroy the molecular structure of DNA and RNA of microbial cells, cause cell death and achieve the effect of sterilization. UVC radiation has been shown to destroy the outer protein coating of the SARS-Coronavirus, which is a different virus from the current SARS-CoV-2 virus. The destruction ultimately leads to inactivation of the virus. The UV-C spectrum includes wavelengths from 200 to 280 nanometers. These wavelengths are known for the ability to eliminate 99.9% of pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and mold spores.

     UV-C radiation has many advantages over other options, especially when it comes to disinfection. In addition to the fact that UV-C radiation does not require chemicals or toxic compounds, pathogens are not able to build up resistance to them.

     Rapid irradiation does not change the properties of a product, but it can instantly render pathogens harmless. The UV-C radiation leaves no residue or discoloration.

     For these reasons, UV-C radiation can be used as a clean and safe disinfectant solutions.

     Because direct exposure to radiation harms any living thing, a sensor is placed on the device so that when a person enters the room, this sensor detects the person’s movement and stops its function (PIR). At the same time, the 30-second timer starts counting down and gives the person time to leave the room. Then the disinfection process starts again.

     The germicidal UV-C lamps have a useful average life of 5,000 to 9,000 hours. Useful life means that during this time the lamp is operating at an optimal output level for neutralizing mold, fungus, bacteria and viruses. Inherently, fluorescent technologies like UV germicidal lights depreciate in output over time.