Aqua uv 25 watt

[riche]

Picked up a tank and don’t need this, it has the wiper but I didn’t try using it. Age of bulb unknown but does work as you can see in the picture

$220 shipped lower 48

 

[NateRen]

Picked up a tank and don’t need this, it has the wiper but I didn’t try using it. Age of bulb unknown but does work as you can see in the picture

$220 shipped lower 48

If it has a wiper it’s for freshwater

 

[riche]

So uv lights only work for saltwater if it doesn’t have the wiper? That’s news to me

 

[BlueAntec]

So uv lights only work for saltwater if it doesn’t have the wiper? That’s news to me

It will work, however, per Aqua UV documentation the metal wiper is not designed to be exposed to the corrosive saltwater environment and therefore is prone to leaking.

https://aquaultraviolet.com/product/classic-uv-25-watt-series-units/
*Aqua Ultraviolet does not recommend utilizing Wipers with Salt Water and if utilized in this manner will void warranty on the Wiper parts.

 

[Zero_Cool]

I have a similar AU that came with a wiper. I remover the wiper and added a John Guest fitting (threads matched) and ball valve. Works well and I can drain the housing to do regular maintenance.

 

[riche]

I have the cap with the union, it was off for the picture

Since I am learning that wipers are not favorable for saltwater but like someone posted there is diy things you can do, I will take $175 shipped

 

[BlueAntec]

The idea about the John guest fitting is a good one. I had never thought to do that.