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About LinkBacksHow long can a UV bulb last before replacing it? Also does anything else need to be replaced besides the bulb? My UV is about 5 months old now seems to lose its affect on making my water crystal clear.
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This is a discussion on UV bulb replacement? within the Equipment Talk Section forums, part of the Aquarium Related Chat category; How long can a UV bulb last before replacing it? Also does anything else need to be replaced besides the ...
- 01-31-2012 #1
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- 01-31-2012 #2
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depends on the brand of the bulb. 6 to 14 months are the range, Aqua Ultraviolet has the longest life, most are 6 months.
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- 01-31-2012 #3
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How about aquamedic Helix max bulb? Does the quartz sleeve need to be clean?
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All quartz sleeves need to be cleaned. Yes.
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Thanks for the answers. Help much appreciated
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Hey Grant, do you carry replacement bulbs for the Aqua Ultraviolets? Ive got an advantage 2000 15W that I should replace the bulb in soon.
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