Osram Puritec HNS 15W - UV-C T8 lamp

Description of dimensions and technical parameters:
Osram Germicidal Puritec HNS 15W G13. Standard two-sided base / two-pin plug G13 (sometimes described as G15). Thickness 26mm, called T8. Average length 44cm. (from 43.5 without pins to 45.5cm with pins).

It is a direct replacement for the PHILIPS TUV T8 15W G15 lamp.

How UV-C light works:
Ultraviolet light waves in the range defined as UV-C with a wavelength of 100–280 nm quickly, effectively, and on a large scale kill all kinds of microorganisms. The high effectiveness of UV-C light sterilization has been known for years and is widely used in almost every industry requiring sterile conditions.

Examples of selected applications:
- fixtures, lamps, and water sterilizers used in aquariums, ponds, and fish farms.
- anti-algae lamps
- medical lamps designed to kill pathogenic viruses in water and air
- in machines sterilizing food products and packaging
- to kill bacteria and viruses as well as other microorganisms in machines for sterilizing chicken eggs
- during disinfection/sterilization in the processing and food industry
- commonly used in hospitals, laboratories, water treatment plants, and wastewater treatment facilities