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UV Sterilizer Flow Rate Calculator
Find the maximum water flow rate a UV sterilizer can treat at a target dose.
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Find the maximum water flow rate a UV sterilizer can treat at a target dose.
UV Sterilizer Flow Rate Estimator
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π‘ Tip: Flow ~ lamp watts x transmittance x 60 / dose x reactor factor.
How It Works
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2
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3
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4
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Quick Reference Guide
UV Quick Guide
Typical values for reference.
| Dose | Lamp W | Transmittance | Flow |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 8 | 90 | 10.8 L/min |
| 40 | 16 | 90 | 21.6 L/min |
| 40 | 40 | 90 | 54.0 L/min |
| 40 | 80 | 90 | 108.0 L/min |
| Rule of Thumb | Check inputs | Use as a guide | Round sensibly |
Common Questions
UV Sterilizer Flow Calculator FAQ
Answers to common questions about this calculator.
Intensity times contact time, in mJ per cm2.
About 30 to 40 mJ/cm2 is common for drinking water.
Yes, cloudy water blocks UV.
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