UV Sterilizer

[Squidward]

I am thinking of putting a UV Sterilizer onto my tank.
Is this benificial in keeping bacteria and flagellates in check??

[DiscusPamela]

I'm not 100% sure, but I don't think the UV sterilizer has any effect on the flagellates?

[SMB2]

Most pathogens/algae that remain suspended in water can be controlled with UV. BUT there is the issue of water volume, flow rate/Dwell time in the UV, and UV wattage.

http://www.americanaquariumproducts.com/AquariumUVSterilization.html#overview

[Squidward]

Most pathogens/algae that remain suspended in water can be controlled with UV. BUT there is the issue of water volume, flow rate/Dwell time in the UV, and UV wattage.

http://www.americanaquariumproducts.com/AquariumUVSterilization.html#overview

Thanks for the link.
I will study that article.

[Sandy Clay]

I have one, and it has really "cleared" up my water.

[j03yYung]

I have a UV and it definitely helps in terms of making the water 'clear'.

[SMB2]

I'm selling mine because the tank is down for now. Same as in the article, but shipping to England might not work!