Pristine Uv Specifications, Features & Compatibility Guide

UV water sterilization operates on the principle of photolytic disruption of microbial DNA. As water flows past the germicidalW UV-C lamp, microorganisms absorb UV radiation at 254nm wavelength. This breaks the molecular bonds in their DNA, preventing replication and rendering pathogens unable to cause infection. Unlike chlorine disinfection, UV leaves no residual chemical taste and does not produce harmful disinfection byproducts (DBPs) like trihalomethanes. The multi-stage filtration preceding UV treatment is engineered to reduce turbidity (suspended particles) before water reaches the UV chamber. This is critical because high turbidity can shield microorganisms from UV exposure — a phenomenon called "shadowing." Pre-filters remove sediment, rust, and colloidal particles to ensure the UV dose is applied effectively to the entire water stream. UV lamp intensity degrades over time even before complete failure — typically losing 20-30% output over the lamp's rated lifespan. The UV intensity indicator in the Pristine Uv monitors actual lamp output rather than just detecting complete lamp failure, alerting users when output drops below the threshold required for reliable germicidal performance.