Can UV light kill germs?
There are several types of UV light. They’re classified according
to how much energy they have.
Types of UV light
UVA light has the lowest amount of energy. When you’re out in the
sun, you’re mainly being exposed to UVA light. Exposure to UVA
light has been linked to skin aging and damage.
UVB light sits in the middle of the UV light spectrum. A small
portion of sunlight contains UVB light. It’s the main type of UV
light that contributes to sunburns and causes most skin cancers.
UVC light has the most energy. UVC light from the sun is mostly
absorbed in the Earth’s ozone, so you’re not normally exposed to it
on a daily basis. However, there are various human-made sources of
UVC light.
UVC light is the type of UV light that’s most effective at killing
germs. It can be used to disinfect surfaces, air, and liquids.
UVC light kills germs like viruses and bacteria through damaging
molecules like nucleic acids and proteins. This makes the germ
incapable of performing the processes that it needs to survive.
Scientists are exploring specific wavelengths of UVC light that are
safe for humans.
Most UVC lamps emit a broad spectrum of UVC wavelengths (200–280
nanometers) or a specific wavelength of 254 nanometers. Studies
have shown that shorter wavelengths of UVC light (such as 222
nanometers) can also inactivate airborne viruses (including
SARS-CoV-2) and other microorganisms. This wavelength of UVC light
is often referred to as far-UVC light and may be safe to use in
occupied spaces. In studies on mice and rats, no damage to the skin
or eyes was found from long-range UVC light. However, more research
is needed to verify that people can be exposed to this wavelength
for a period of time without harmful side effects.
is UV Lamp Disinfection useful ?
It is also useful to use ultraviolet lamps for disinfection, but
everyone should try not to use them too frequently during
disinfection. It can be used once a week. If the home is relatively
clean, there is no need to use ultraviolet lamps for disinfection
all the time.
When using ultraviolet disinfection, people must stay away.
Ultraviolet rays still have certain damage to human skin, which can
easily lead to itching or allergies on human skin. , Although it is
more convenient to use ultraviolet lamps to sterilize, but you
still need to pay more attention to the use.
Ultraviolet lamp disinfection is of course effective. In addition
to spraying alcohol, ultraviolet lamps are also used for
disinfection in hospitals. If there is no disinfection effect, the
hospital will not use this.
This UV lamp can also be used at home, but it is best not to stay
next to the lamp when using it. For example, you can place the UV
lamp in the room during the day. Of course, the door of the room
needs to be closed, and people do not need to touch it directly. At
present, there are many brands of UV lamps on the market. It is
best to choose UV lamps produced by professional UV manufacturers,
such as Ningbo Youwei LIGHT.
Of course, it is useful. Now many families in our country use
ultraviolet lamps to disinfect all spaces in the home. However,
when using this kind of lamps for disinfection, we must ensure that
there is no one in the disinfection space, because ultraviolet
lamps are harmful to the human body. It is especially harmful to
people's eyes and skin. After a long time of irradiation, people's
skin will appear red and swollen, and it will also induce cancer.
In addition to being used for disinfection in ordinary households,
UV lamps can also be used in schools, hospitals, hotels, pet
stores, factories, restaurants and other spaces.
Ningbo Youwei Optoelectronics is a professional manufacturer of
high-quality ultraviolet germicidal lamp series products in China.
The quality is reliable and the price is favorable. You can choose
it once and use it for many years. You will not regret it.