Control for UV water disinfection
US7601960B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 29, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 13, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC02F2201/326
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A UV light source water disinfection system includes a UV light source that is driven or controlled by a ballast. Improved start-up scenarios are provided by use of a separate heating wire around the lamp or employing an inductive-coupled system to provide initial high power requirements. The UV lamp is discontinuously operated in order to extend the life of the system, save energy, and periodically dose standing water to prevent regeneration of undesired microorganisms.
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