UV lamps for disinfection of premises. What is a quartz lamp for the home and why is it needed? Germicidal lamp for a children's room

Many parents are confident that buying a quartz lamp will help them raise a stronger and healthier child. However, the huge number of models that are on sale is puzzling. The question of the effectiveness of quartzization also remains open. The famous children's doctor Evgeny Komarovsky talks about this.

What it is

A quartz lamp, or as official medicine also calls it, a bactericidal lamp, is a device that needs no introduction. Everyone has seen them at least once in hospitals and clinics.

The device is intended for disinfection of premises, food, and a wide variety of objects. In addition, a quartz lamp has found wide application in medicine for local exposure to ultraviolet rays on affected areas of the body and postoperative sutures.

Today you can choose a lamp for any purpose. Some are only intended for use in areas where there are no people or animals. Others can be bought and hung at home. The main thing is to first weigh the benefits and harms of this (not the cheapest) acquisition.

Benefits and harms

Everyone knows about the benefits of quartz treatment - it helps to destroy pathogenic microorganisms in the atmosphere and on the surface of objects. Everyone has also heard something about harm, but what exactly is difficult to establish, since hospital nurses usually don’t like to talk about this topic too much.

The main harm of a quartz lamp is ozone, which saturates the air during operation of the device. The fact is that ozone is poisonous, and therefore it is always recommended to ventilate the room after quartz treatment. Improper use may cause eye burns if you try to look at it for a while during operation.

Household quartz lamps can be used in the complex treatment of certain diseases, such as bronchial asthma, adenoids, rickets and a number of others. Babies in the maternity hospital born from Rh-conflict pregnancy are prescribed “tanning” sessions under such a lamp. But there are also contraindications. Therefore, if there are people in the house with cardiovascular diseases, tuberculosis, kidney failure, or frequent bleeding, there is no need to buy such a device. All these diseases are contraindications for treatment with ultraviolet radiation.

You should not purchase and install the device in the room of a child who has increased sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation.

Doctor Komarovsky about the lamp

A quartz lamp is a source of ultraviolet radiation, and quite powerful, says Evgeniy Olegovich. This radiation helps destroy a large number of known viruses in the air of a particular room, be it a group in a kindergarten or a children's room at home.

If a child enters a room that was recently treated with a quartz lamp, and all the viruses in it seemed to be destroyed, then he will quickly “saturate” the atmosphere with pathogenic agents again. You don’t need a lot of time for this - according to Evgeniy Komarovsky, five minutes is enough.

Where are they needed?

The beneficial properties of quartz lamps are absolutely irreplaceable in hospitals and operating rooms, where healthy people are trying to help a patient with a non-infectious disease. In kindergartens and at home, to disinfect premises from viruses, it is better to use simpler methods - ventilation. Maintaining the required air humidity and temperature in the room. In still and dry air, viruses remain active for several hours, and in moving air, viruses quickly lose their harmful properties.

A quartz lamp will not cause any harm, says Evgeny Komarovskoy, if, of course, it is not turned on in the presence of children.

After quartzing, always ventilate the room before the child enters it.
Do not allow your child to turn on the device independently and uncontrollably.
If the question is whether to buy a quartz lamp for your home, try first a less expensive way to “improve” the atmosphere in the apartment - wet cleaning and frequent ventilation. The optimal air temperature in the nursery is 18-20 degrees, air humidity is 50-70%. In such an environment, viruses also die.

Dr. Komarovsky will tell you more about the quartz lamp in the next video.

Quartz radiation has long been recognized as an excellent disinfectant. The procedure for using it is familiar to almost all of us. However, the scope of distribution of the device has gone beyond the boundaries of medical institutions - a quartz lamp for the home today is very popular. But here a special type of device is selected for each room - this review will help you understand which lamp you should purchase.

Quartz lamps for home use are externally an electric lamp that has a quartz glass bulb. Unlike its “serious” medical counterparts, such a device will be small in size, which allows it to be used both for disinfecting a separate room and the person himself. Therefore, most of these devices are portable.

It's all about the operating principle - emitted by it ultraviolet light. Its waves kill the DNA of pathogenic microbes, fungi, viruses and bacteria, disrupting their intracellular synthesis. However, there is also the other side of the coin - ozone, which in large quantities is already dangerous for humans. This circumstance indicates that you must use a quartz lamp very carefully.

Types of devices

The future owner should know that there are several types of such devices:

ordinary quartz lamp;
bactericidal in nature;
ozone-free device.

What is the simplest device? This device in its classic version simply releases ozone into the air, which disinfects it. The following safety precautions should be observed: leave the room when it is in effect, and then ventilate it. There is also a taboo on viewing the lamp without specially designed glasses- they usually come with the device, otherwise such radiation will be dangerous for vision.

Open type quartz lamp

And quartz bactericidallamp It is made from a special glass - the uviol type. This helps to release less ozone component into the environment, but also has a destructive effect on microorganisms of foreign origin. In fact, this option is not even quartz, but the erroneous name has become firmly established.

Germicidal lamps with amalgam coating

Finally, ozone-free analogue and is completely made of quartz glass, but at the same time treated with a special composition. We are talking about titanium dioxide - it prevents ozone from being released into the surrounding space in large quantities.

A home model of a quartz lamp - preferably the last two options. This choice is due to security issues. But there is also a separate issue in this topic: wall irradiators, which are an analogue of the usual quartz device.

The design of the quartz lamp device divides it into two types - open and shielded models. The ban on being in the same room as the lamp while it is working applies specifically to the former. And during exposure to shielded models, you can be present in the same room with them - such devices are already classified as household appliances.

The shielded model is a quartz lamp closed type. Another name is a recirculator (due to the fact that the rays are inside the housing and do not go outside). The air driven through the device is also cleaned there.

Closed quartz lamp

Different models will have different power - some are capable of moving up to one hundred cubic meters of air in an hour. At the same time, the bactericidal efficiency of the device reaches 99%.

Just these lamps can work in constant mode- they can not be turned off for up to 7 days.

Scope of application

Who needs such a device and why? The relevance of the purchase especially increases in those families where there lives a constantly ill child, an elderly person or someone who suffers from chronic diseases. Quartz lamps are used to disinfect premises even at the height of the season of airborne infections.

In addition to fighting viruses, quartz irradiation can treat diseases:

joints (including arthritis);
respiratory organs (for example, bronchitis);
sore throat;
skin lesions (including wounds, ulcers and burns);
other skin diseases.

However, before each use you should consult a doctor(especially since each organism has an individual reaction to such irradiation). But there are also serious contraindications that make use impossible:

stomach ulcers;
blood diseases;
renal failure;
oncological diseases;
tuberculosis.

The presence of any of these problems makes the device impossible to use. In any case, even in permitted cases, the use and dosage of such a device is strictly regulated by the doctor.

Treatment of psoriasis with a quartz lamp

Operating rules

During the quartzing process with open devices, not only people are prohibited from being in the same room with it - the instructions for use instruct to remove animals and take out plants. There are other specific rules that must be followed. After turning on the device, you must leave the room, tightly closing the door behind you. Make sure that no one enters the room being treated - violations can have a negative impact on the tissues of the skin and eyes. In addition, due to constant exposure to UV rays, some furnishings will fade over time.

Manufacturers offer the following device location:

ceiling lights;
wall options;
desktop;
portable.

It doesn’t matter where the device is located - the impact will be equally as effective as possible.

Some more information on how to use different types of lamps.

UV rays will only exhibit their properties when open areas. This means that objects located in the shadow will not fall into the impact zone.
It is also important to wipe off dust because microbes will die only in the top layer - the rays will not be able to penetrate deep inside.
A home quartz open lamp should not work constantly, but according to a certain schedule.
The power of the device is selected depending on the size of the room.
Recirculators, due to the fans operating inside, can be a source of noise. Another disadvantage of such devices is that they are rarely produced in mobile versions.
For the convenience of processing different rooms, you can purchase double action device- it will switch from open quartz mode to recirculation mode.
Bactericidal quartz lamps of directional action are aimed at providing a therapeutic effect. Their low power does not harm health - this is evidenced by the indication for use even in infants. For example, the compact and mobile device “Solnyshko” allows you to carry out health procedures.

Making your own lamp

A DIY quartz lamp is a completely achievable result. The only requirement is to have an understanding of electrical circuits. To make the device yourself, you will need a DRL lamp and a table lamp as materials, and a choke and a hammer as tools (can be replaced with pliers). Next, we proceed like this.

The quartz emitter is ready, but the ultraviolet radiation from such a “homemade product” is very dangerous. Therefore, it should be used for disinfection, after making sure that there are no living organisms left in the room. There are also certain safety requirements.

The product is connected to an extension cord, the wire of which is pulled under a tightly closed door.
The plug is plugged into an outlet in the next room.
The period of operation of the device should not exceed half an hour.
You can only enter the room after an hour and open the window for ventilation.
The room can only be used when the smell disappears.

A quartz lamp device will be a useful acquisition, without causing any harm when used correctly. All family members will benefit from his work in terms of health.

The property of quartz lamps to distribute ultraviolet radiation has long been used by medical institutions for preventive and therapeutic purposes. Modern manufacturers offer models that can be used at home. Quartz lamps for the home will help replenish the lack of vitamin D in the body and disinfect the air in the room. But before using the device, be sure to study the rules for quartzing rooms and people.

In the production of ultraviolet radiation sources, several types of glass materials are used. Taking this into account, such devices are classified into:

quartz;
bactericidal;
amalgam.

The source, which is based on a quartz flask, produces powerful radiation. As a result of the operation of such a device, a large amount of ozone is produced, which has a strong antimicrobial effect.

Helpful advice! High concentrations of ozone are toxic and can lead to negative effects on the human respiratory system.

The operation of amalgam and bactericidal emitters is not accompanied by the release of ozone, which is more preferable for quartz treatment at home. Depending on the radiation intensity of quartz lamps at home, there are several types of devices:

open-type quartz lamps - these devices productively destroy viruses and bacteria in the air and on the surface of objects located in the room being treated. During the operation of these sources, a person should not be in the radiation zone. You should also exclude the presence of pets and indoor plants in the room. The use of open-design lamps is appropriate when sufficiently powerful periodic disinfection is necessary;
closed-type quartz lamps - bactericidal lamps in this design are closed and cannot cause harm to people and other living organisms in the room. The action of these irradiators occurs in a gentle mode and their use is most preferable in domestic conditions. The share of the spectrum of negative radiation in such devices is negligible or absent altogether. It is possible that they can be used, among other things, to repel insects. However, you should not abuse the exposure of the irradiator;

quartz portable closed-type sources - used for disinfection of air, as well as visible and hidden surfaces. It is used for preventive measures in case of illness of one of the family members. Promotes rapid recovery and prevents the spread of infection. The device is compact and can be installed in any convenient position.

Before buying a lamp for quartzing a room, you should familiarize yourself with the possible effects of devices on the human body, the basic rules for using emitters at home and the key characteristics of popular models.

The principle of operation of quartz lamps for disinfection of premises

The design of a mercury-quartz lamp is a sealed glass flask filled with mercury mass. When an electric current passes through it, UV radiation is generated, which has an antimicrobial effect on the air and surfaces of objects in the treated room. The disinfection action begins immediately after connecting the device to the network.

The main effect of the operation of a quartz treatment apparatus is the disinfection of the air space through ultraviolet radiation. If quartz glass is used in devices, it allows all radiation generated by mercury to pass through, including ozone. It is dangerous for all living organisms. That is why the treatment is carried out in the absence of people and animals, and after the procedure the room is ventilated.

Germicidal UV radiation is used as an effective method of combating pathogens, as well as a means of preventing and reducing the spread of infectious diseases in domestic and public premises. Such irradiation increases the level of activity of the body's defense mechanisms, normalizes respiratory functions, and has a positive effect on blood clotting and oxygen supply to the myocardium.

It is necessary to distinguish between quartz and bactericidal lamp models. The glass flask of the latter is equipped with a protective layer that prevents the formation of large amounts of harmful ozone. This makes the operation of bactericidal lamps less hazardous to health than quartz lamps. Despite this fact, the presence of people in the room during processing should be excluded.

Helpful advice! The main source of danger from mercury irradiators is the risk of damage to the bulb and the spread of mercury vapor, which has a negative impact on human health.

The process of quartzing at home: the benefits and harms of UV radiation treatment

Treatment of premises with ultraviolet rays helps purify the air from bacteria, viruses and microbes. As a result of this procedure, the air is filled with ozone, which promotes better functioning of the human immune system and ensures the synthesis of vitamin D in the body. To properly quartz at home, you need to know what benefits and harms such a process can bring.

The undoubted advantages of quartzing rooms at home include:

prevention of viral infections such as ARVI and influenza;
reducing the risk of spreading infection through airborne droplets to healthy family members;
relief of symptoms of inflamed adenoids, bronchitis and sinusitis;
therapeutic effects for otitis media;
treatment and prevention of skin diseases: acne, psoriasis, eczema and other ailments;
relief of toothache, prevention of gum disease;
prevention of inflammatory joint diseases, as well as treatment of osteochondrosis;
prevention of rickets in children.

It is worth noting that if the instructions for using a quartz lamp are not followed, such devices can have a harmful effect. Incorrect use for cosmetic procedures can lead to eye burns from a quartz lamp. In addition, factors for cautious or undesirable use of irradiators include:

personal intolerance - in this case, quartz treatment should be used with extreme caution or the procedure should be abandoned altogether;
skin sensitivity to UV rays;
increased body temperature;

the presence of cancer - there is a possible risk of accelerating the formation of malignant tumors;
high blood pressure - people with this disease should not use irradiators.

Helpful advice! Before using a lamp to quartz a room, you need to study the rules for using the devices and consult a doctor about existing contraindications.

The procedure for using lamps for quartzing an apartment

If you bought a quartz lamp for home use, you must carefully read the instructions included with the device. There are certain rules for using devices for disinfecting premises, the implementation of which is mandatory. It is worth using a quartz lamp for disinfection in an apartment when many guests come to you or your body is often susceptible to colds or infectious ailments.

How to use a quartz lamp at home? The rules for quartzing a room are as follows:

it is necessary to prepare the device and electrical carrier in advance;
It is better to connect the device to the network in an adjacent room, so that it is possible to turn off the device without entering the room being treated;
before treatment, all people and animals should be removed from the room and the room should be cleared of indoor plants;

after connecting the device, you should make sure that the lamp is functioning;
You must wear special safety glasses to operate the lamp and turn it on. You should not be in the room while the lamp is on. To automatically turn on/off the device, you can use a timer set for a certain period of time when there are no people in the room;
processing time is 30 minutes. After half an hour of continuous operation, the device should be turned off until it cools completely (the process takes about 40 minutes);
It is recommended to enter the room after treatment no earlier than 1 hour after turning off the device;
After quartzing the room, it is necessary to ventilate it.

After studying the basic precautions and operating instructions for quartz lamps, the answer to the question of whether it is possible to stay indoors while quartzing is obvious. This is not recommended.

Rules for human irradiation with a quartz lamp

In order for the use of a quartz treatment device at home to bring maximum benefit, you should take into account the fact that everyone’s skin reacts differently to the action of ultraviolet rays. This depends on various factors: age, individual sensitivity, body condition, type of outer layer of skin (epidermis), season of procedures and other conditions.

People whose skin is prone to dryness may experience redness and cracking. Radiation causes blood vessels to dilate in some people. In these cases, it is better not to use quartz treatment. You should not undergo radiation if you have recently had a serious illness or surgery. You should use the device with extreme caution to irradiate a child, because biologically active UV rays can cause a lot of harm if the dosage is incorrect.

irradiation is carried out wearing protective glasses;
areas of the skin not involved in treatment are covered with thick fabric;
The procedure begins after 5 minutes. after connecting the device to the network;
the distance from the lamp to the irradiated skin surface should be 50 cm;
Before the procedure, the skin is evenly lubricated with cream or cosmetic oil;
the initial irradiation time is 30 seconds. Each subsequent session is increased gradually, adding 30 seconds. The duration of one procedure should not exceed 3 minutes;
Do not use the lamp to obtain a tanning effect.

Some people experience individual intolerance to UV rays: headaches appear, the nervous system is irritated, and there may be other symptoms. In this case, the procedure should not be performed. Contraindications do not affect the disinfection of premises, since this process takes place without human presence.

Design of lamps for quartzing an apartment

You can buy a lamp for quartzing at home in a tabletop, floor-mounted or wall-mounted version. For modern large-sized apartments and impressive private houses, the floor-type model will be optimal. Its power is quite enough to disinfect a spacious hall, living room or children's playroom. Such devices have medium dimensions, they are mobile and can easily be moved to any room.

Hanging type lamps are installed permanently. Depending on the preferences of the owners, they can be attached to either the ceiling or the wall. The range of ceiling fixtures is very limited due to low popularity. Wall-mounted quartz devices are most in demand at home. Such lamps have a modern design and are always appropriate in the interior.

Desktop models have sufficient power and are often used in everyday life. Thanks to their compact size, the lamps can be installed on any surface and transported if necessary. Such devices are designed for local disinfection of the surface of objects and local irradiation.

It is worth noting that lamps in combination with a bactericidal lamp have recently appeared on sale. The operation is based on the alternating operation of fluorescent and bactericidal lamps. The devices are equipped with a switch that automatically regulates the operation of the lamps. Small in size, such lamps can be placed in any convenient place.

The stability of the voltage in the household electrical network largely affects the service life of a quartz lamp for home use, regardless of its design. There is also a dependence of the service life of devices on the level of humidity in the room, the frequency of switching on/off, and the degree of dust contamination of the main elements of the device.

Helpful advice! You can extend the life of a quartz lamp at home by installing a voltage stabilization device for a household network or an RCD.

Where to buy a quartz lamp for home

Many people, before buying a quartz lamp for disinfecting a room, are interested in the basic parameters of the devices from qualified specialists in online stores selling specialized medical equipment. However, the final decision on using a quartz lamp should be made based on the doctor’s instructions.

Like any other product, you can choose, order and buy a quartz lamp for your apartment on the manufacturers’ websites. Device catalogs contain complete information about the technical parameters of each device and are accompanied by several photos of models. A preliminary familiarization with the devices available in the range, as well as competent consultation, will help in choosing the appropriate option. Many companies provide the opportunity to deliver goods to the buyer’s region.

Before you place an order and buy a quartz bactericidal lamp of the desired model, it is worth making a comparative analysis of prices on the websites of various companies. This will help you find the device at the best price. It would be a good idea to inquire about the availability of appropriate certificates and warranty periods for quartz irradiators, as well as consult about the rules and operating conditions of devices for different types of premises.

Helpful advice! If you buy a quartz bactericidal lamp for disinfection that does not match the parameters of your premises, you will waste your money.

Depending on your needs, you can choose portable or stationary devices from the range of quartz lamps. Compact devices can be taken with you on trips if your work involves frequent business trips or used to disinfect, for example, the surface of your workplace.

Customer reviews play an important role in choosing the right lamp model. By studying them, you can eliminate the risk of purchasing a device that is of poor quality or does not meet your needs.

Quartz lamps for home: customer reviews

When planning to purchase a device for disinfecting a house or apartment, ask for the opinions of people who use quartz lamps. Customer reviews will be very useful, given that many of them use devices for treating and disinfecting the air in rooms where they live with children. But remember that whatever the opinions of consumers, you should not neglect the advice of an experienced doctor.

Many parents confirm the fact that when rooms are periodically quartzed, children are less exposed to viral diseases. And if they do get sick, using a lamp helps get rid of many symptoms and promotes a quick recovery. In families with several children, the likelihood of the disease spreading from a sick child to a healthy one is minimal.

Quartz lamps have received good reviews in the treatment of skin diseases, especially psoriatic rashes. According to users, after 10-15 sessions, the condition of the skin noticeably improves, and some recommend doubling the number of procedures to achieve tangible results.

There are also positive reviews when using quartz treatment to eliminate mold in houses and apartments, and unpleasant odors in pantries and cabinets. The lamp works great for disinfecting the refrigerator space, and it eliminates not only the smell, but also the cause of its occurrence. According to pet lovers, treating premises with quartz irradiators to remove specific odors gives good results.

There are cases when housewives share the secrets of ultraviolet treatment of vegetables and fruits when canning. Summarizing all the reviews, we can conclude that the positive ones have a clear advantage. This fact gives reason to assume that a quartz lamp in household use is a very necessary and practical thing.

Quartz lamps for home: prices for various models

Quartz irradiators have become very popular for home use. This is due not only to their therapeutic effects, but also to the ability to take preventive measures, thereby eliminating the onset of the disease. Knowing where to buy a quartz lamp for your home of proper quality, you can purchase the device at an affordable price.

Online stores offer a wide selection of quartz lamp models that can be safely used at home. The cost of devices is influenced by the power of the lamp, its design, mounting method and device manufacturer. The table below shows the approximate prices of lamps for quartzing an apartment or house.

Average prices for quartz lamps for household use:

Quartz lamp model	Manufacturer country	price, rub.
"Sun" OUFK-09	Russia	2890
UFO-V "Electronics"	Russia	3210
"Crystal-2" closed type	Russia	4450
Quartz lamp OBR-30 closed type with timer	Russia	5520
Bactericidal recirculator MSK-909 “Megidez” wall-mounted	Russia	4640
Bactericidal wall-mounted irradiator Dezar-3 “Kront” ORUBn3-3	Russia	9600
Irradiator-recirculator Armed SN 111-115 in a plastic case	China	4050

It is worth noting that the current price of a quartz lamp must be checked with consultants of companies that sell such equipment. You can consult with them regarding placing an order, timing and methods of delivery of goods. When choosing a quartz lamp for use at home, you must be guided by the volume of the room being treated, the number of people who will use the device and the diseases for which it is planned to be used. By studying the offers of online stores, you can find a suitable and functional device.

Quartz lamp “Sun” OUFK-01: bactericidal UV irradiator, reviews of the device

The main advantage of the quartz lamp “Solnyshko” OUFK-01 is that it can be used for therapeutic irradiation of children starting from the age of three. This is an open type device that can be used for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes both in children's institutions and in domestic conditions. Quartz lamps for the home "Solnyshko" are used to disinfect space and surfaces in rooms up to 12-15 square meters. m, as well as quartzization of the body.

The air contains a huge number of different harmful microorganisms, which are carriers of most infectious diseases transmitted by airborne droplets. The use of quartz lamps is necessary to eliminate pathogenic bacteria in order to prevent and treat diseases.

How does a quartz lamp work?

Bacteria can be destroyed using special disinfectants or exposure to high temperature. These methods cannot provide a 100% guarantee of effectiveness and are not always easy to use. Unlike chemicals, quartz lamps for disinfecting premises are more effective and convenient. The device was created as a substitute for direct sunlight that suppresses viruses.

Experts have determined that this effect occurs in a part of the spectrum with a wavelength of less than 320 nm that is indistinguishable to the human eye. Thanks to this discovery, it became possible to create quartz generators. These artificial solar radiation substitutes eliminate pathogenic bacteria and fungi in the air and on various surfaces. Such devices are equipped with special uviol glass, which transmits only rays of a certain spectrum.

Under the influence of ultraviolet rays of a quartz lamp, the DNA of harmful bacteria is destroyed, their synthesis is disrupted, which makes the process of reproduction impossible. A room disinfection device is designed to combat pathogens of various diseases. The antimicrobial effect of quartz lamps is aimed at destroying pathogenic microorganisms such as spores, bacteria, fungi and viruses.

What can a bactericidal irradiator be like?

Quartz lamps used for disinfection are a source of UV radiation that can kill microorganisms that are harmful to humans. Devices are divided by type into ozone-free and ozone. The latter, interacting with oxygen, form a significant amount of ozone, which at high concentrations is harmful to the human body. After using such a quartz generator, the apartment or office needs to be ventilated.

Ozone-free disinfection lamps are distinguished by the fact that their emitter is placed in a quartz flask. The formation of ozone during operation of the device is minimal, so an ozone-free device does not cause harm to humans. Manufacturers produce quartz lamps designed for different locations - wall, ceiling, mobile, tabletop. Based on the processing method and type of design, devices are divided into closed and open.

Closed type

Such quartz lamps for disinfecting premises have a second name - recirculators. Their UV emitter is located inside the housing, so the rays have no way out. Disinfection is carried out by passing air through the lamp (it is sucked in by special fans). Getting into the middle of the device, dirty air is irradiated with ultraviolet light and comes out purified.

Closed quartz lamps for disinfection can operate continuously; at low intensity they can not be turned off for a week. It is not dangerous for a person to be in the room while the recirculator is operating. Since the volume of ozone emitted by the device is minimal, ventilation can be done rarely. The disadvantage of closed quartz lamps is their lack of versatility: the recirculator only disinfects the air, leaving bacteria on the surfaces of household items untouched. Almost all closed models are not mobile and are mounted on the wall.

Open type

Such a device distributes a stream of UV radiation along the entire perimeter of the room, disinfecting the air and surfaces of every object located within the radius of the lamp. You should use an open quartzizer only according to the schedule specified in the instructions. Disinfection of the room occurs quickly, but places and objects that fall into the shade are not cleansed.

The disadvantage of an open lamp is the inability of its rays to penetrate deeply: if microbes are located in several layers, only the top one will die. For the most effective treatment of the room, wet cleaning should be carried out regularly. The effectiveness of a disinfection device depends on the distance between the open lamp and the surfaces: the further they are, the less the effect of the device.

A quartz lamp for a home or office requires compliance with certain safety measures. There should be no animals or people in the room while the device is operating. When ultraviolet rays hit the retina or skin, serious burns can occur, in addition, this can aggravate cardiovascular pathologies or stimulate other health problems. UV rays of open quartzite negatively affect the interior decoration: over time it fades.

The best germicidal lamp for the home

For home use, it is better to choose a closed quartz or shielded device. The duration of operation of the lamp depends on the area of the room and the tasks assigned to the device. For most families, the best option would be to use the following models of quartz lamps for room disinfection:

Lamp "Sun". The device has a relatively low cost, is available in several models and is universal.
BactoSfera. Typically, this device is used in medical institutions, but can be used at home to prevent seasonal epidemics. The company produces high-quality mobile and stationary devices for disinfecting premises at competitive prices.
Beurer. This company offers a wide selection of quartz generators for household use. German devices are of excellent quality, but have a high price.

Lamp for quartz treatment of public premises

Quartz disinfection devices are divided into bactericidal and mercury. The former are often installed in public places to prevent the spread of infections and viruses. They are necessarily used in preschools, schools, public organizations, and hospitals. Devices of the mercury-quartz type are almost not in demand in kindergartens and schools, since they are dangerous due to the large release of nitrogen. Exceeding its amount in the air leads to serious consequences - intoxication, clouding of consciousness, poisoning.

For the treatment of certain skin and viral diseases, as well as for preventive purposes, the following quartz lamps are used to disinfect public premises:

Primed LBK-150. This UV lamp destroys pathogenic bacteria in the air and on various surfaces. The device is used in medical, children's, medical and preventive institutions where there is a high risk of spreading infections. This model of quartz generator can be installed in industrial and public premises.
Philips TUV-25W. This device destroys pathogenic microorganisms, disinfecting air, surfaces and water. It is used in pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and food industry enterprises. The quartz machine is suitable for the disinfection of wastewater, air conditioning systems, swimming pools, warehouses, and packaging materials.
Quartz 125-1. Suitable for treating rooms up to 25 m2, including hospital wards, rooms in kindergartens, schools, production workshops and warehouses. The device effectively destroys fungi and various pathogenic bacteria.

Where to buy and how much does a quartz irradiator cost?

You can choose the power and dimensions of the quartz generator based on the area of the room. A wide range of devices for disinfecting premises allows you to use one device in different rooms. Quartz lamps are sold by medical equipment stores. You can also purchase the device on the Internet. The cost of devices depends on many factors - power, dimensions, manufacturer, type of UV lamp. Household appliances can be bought for 1000-4000 rubles, a device for public places will cost more - at least 5000-6000 rubles.

Video: DIY bactericidal lamp

In room. The use of emitters in kindergartens, hospitals, and also in apartments where there are children is especially important. Today we will find out what quartz lamps for the home are, reviews about them, and also find out which unit to choose for a room and group in a kindergarten, so as not to ultimately harm the child’s health.

Classification of devices

Depending on their purpose, quartz lamps are divided into 3 groups:

1. Open emitter.

Features of using the device:

Since this is an open unit, in operation it can cause harm to a person’s eyes, so you only need to turn the Crystal lamp on and off with special glasses.
When the room has been disinfected, it is necessary to ventilate the room for 10-15 minutes.
Follow the instructions for use: carefully remove the illuminator and lamp from the box. Then wipe the device with a soft, dry cloth. Carefully insert the lamp into the socket. You need to take it out very carefully after use. To avoid damage, hold it by the base.