The moist environment inside of your air handling system can be the perfect breeding ground for many dangerous molds and micro-organisms. The UV light helps eliminate many types of fungi, bacteria, germs, viruses and pathogens. Usually, the UV lights are installed within the air handler, which remains turned on 24/7. The HVAC UV lights are effective at controlling mold inside the air handler, as all mold in line-of-sight of the UV bulb will be killed, keeping the coil mold-free.

Types of UV Lights for Your HVAC System

   There are two types of UV lights for HVAC systems, Coil Sterilization and Air Sterilization.

1. In Coil Sterilization, a “stick type” light is installed inside the return air duct and sterilizes the air handler coil. A coil sterilization UV light runs 24/7 and is the most common type of HVAC UV light. It is also the most reasonably priced.
2. In Air Sterilization, a complete UV light unit is installed that sterilizes moving air. The UV light unit is installed in the return air duct and cycles on with the air handler blower.

Air Sterilization UV Light

• Main light source is two 0.018 amp bulbs
• Best UV light air sanitizer to get on a budget
• Lamp lasts about 13,000 hours before you need a new one

Coil Sterilization UV Light

• 1 year manufacturer’s warranty on the product
• Uses magnetic bracket to attach and secure the light
• 14-inch bulb for easy installation (16 inches with magnet attached)

 UV Light Benefits

• Inhibits mold growth on coils and HVAC systems interior
• Saves energy/reduces maintenance costs
• Reduces airborne microbial contaminants
• Cleaner, fresher air!