UVC Germicidal Lamp Ballast Socket

Competitive Components Inc. offers UVC (Ultraviolet C, germicidal) lamps.  UVC lamps are also known as germicidal lamps.  The lamps use ultraviolet wavelengths that are deadly to microorganisms in the air, water and on surfaces.  Do not confuse UV lamps such as blacklights and sun lamps with UVC - germicidal lamps, as they are not the same.  Germicidal UVC lamps are clear in appearance and have no phosphor on the inner portion of the glass. 

As with all gas discharge lamps, germicidal lamps exhibit negative resistance and require the use of an external ballast to regulate the current flow through them.  Germicidal lamps are also known as UV-C lamps, UVC bulbs, germicidal lamps, TUV lamps, germicidal UV light, UV-C Light Source, germicidal bulb.

UVC lamps are used in air purification, aquarium and pond sterilization, water purification and some etching processes.  Germicidal lamps are used to sterilize work areas and tools used in biology laboratories and medical facilities.  The light produced by germicidal lamps is also used to erase EPROMs; the ultraviolet photons are sufficiently energetic to remove the stored charge that represents binary ones and zeroes.  Germicidal lamps are used in waste water treatment in order to kill microorganisms.  In addition, germicidal lamps are used in residential homes.  The UVC bulbs are placed inside HVAC units to kill airborne germs. 

Germicidal lamp products offered by Competitive Components Inc.

UVC Lamp part number: CCI-36W-UV-PL

Specifications: UVC- 36 Watt UV Lamp.  The 36 watt is a standard four pin G11 base.
Lightwave: 254nm
Operation Voltage: 105V
Operation Currrent: 435mA
Luninous Flux: 180lm
Size: 416.6mm x 37.7mm x 18mm
Lifetime: 15000 Hours


Locking Socket part number: CCI00SWT122

Specifications: 47mm x 40.7mm x 27.5mm
The UVC bulbs stocked at Competitive Components come with a G11 base and mating locking socket 2G11.  The locking socket mounts the lamp into place securely for all vertical and horizontal applications.

36W Ballast part number: CCI-136EBS 

Specifications: Electronic ballasts for 1x36w PL-L,PLCRated Input Voltage: Nominal @ 25C, 230V/50HzRate Operation Voltage Range: 100-240
Size: 102.5mm x 66.5mm x 29.5mm

Germicidal Lamp Safety Guidelines

Warning:  Germicidal lamps produce light that are dangerous to humans or any other forms of life it may come in contact with.  Therefore, the light produced by a germicidal lamp must be carefully shielded against both direct and reflective viewing by the naked eye.  If exposed to germicidal wavelengths, humans will notice sunburn on their skin and some may begin the initial stages of skin cancer. If a person’s eyes are exposed to UVC lamps, the individual will notice a severely painful inflammation of the cornea which may lead to temporary or permanent vision loss or impairment.  Do not use germicidal lamps for illumination purposes.

Precautions for safe handling and use:  Operate with proper auxiliary equipment. Turn off lamp before installing, replacing, cleaning or performing any maintenance work near the fixtures. Handle lamps carefully to avoid breakage. Broken glass can cause cuts. 
 
Waste disposal method: At the end of rated life, when a lamp is removed from service, it will be subjected to the current Toxic Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) prescribed by the Environmental Protection Agency. This test is used in determining whether an item is a hazardous waste or a non-hazardous waste under current EPA definition. These lamps would fail the TCLP test and would be considered hazardous waste under the Universal Waste Rules. Lamp owners should evaluate all of the disposal options, which may be available in the particular state in which the owners' facility or residence is located. The owner should check with federal, state and local officials for their guidance.

Control Measures: Do not operated under these lamps without personal protective equipment. (Goggles, glove, skin protection)

 Respiratory Protection: If large numbers of lamps are being broken, appropriate respirator should be considered.  Note: grinding of lamps on site may require a permit from state or federal authorities. We recommend recycling as your disposal method.

Ventilation: Avoid inhalation of airborne dust.