How effective is the UV Tube?
The UV-Tube emits UVC light which inactivates microorganisms by damaging their genetic material (DNA) and rendering them unable to replicate. The UV-Tube is effective in inactivating most pathogens, including bacteria, virus, fungi, spore forming organisms, and cyst forming protozoa. These organisms can cause diarrhea and intestinal worms as well as life threatening diseased such as, cholera, typhoid, giardia, hepatitis A, and polio. What is the UV Tube not effective against? The UV-Tube disinfects water by preventing pathogens from reproducing. It does not filter the water or remove metals, salinity, nitrates, and other non-biological contaminants.
