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KushKaptain




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Re: Anyone use UV-C for sterilization? [Re: nickchinn]
#28616009 - 01/10/24 06:26 AM (17 days, 20 hours ago) |
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Some modern lab equipment will come with these installed to sanitize the work surface. The usage protocol is to turn the light on for 15 minutes before and after work but not to work with it on. UV light can be damaging to your eyes as well as your DNA.
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nickchinn
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Re: Anyone use UV-C for sterilization? [Re: nickchinn]
#28619998 - 01/13/24 04:41 PM (14 days, 10 hours ago) |
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What I have researched, and I may be totally wrong, is a two step process.
step 1: UV-C light that produces O3 (OZONE) in the area on for 15-30 minutes [turning on outside of area to prevent exposure] killing and sanitizing everything in direct light as well as the OZONE killing everything in the shadows and underneath tables etc that can be "wafted up" or "stirred up" in the air just from movements.
step 2: UV-C light OZONE free that destroys OZONE [turning on for 30 minutes after step 1 light is turned off]. This returns the air to normal conditions so the individual can work without respiratory irritation.
This is simply a $17 addition to my new grow area. My previous work area was where ever I had space; computer desk, bathroom, kitchen island, etc. As an on and off grower since 2010, I've had many frustrating contams that just ruined everything.
Now that I've moved and have a walk in closet with my own personal space for my extracurricular activity, I want it to be clean, easy, and effective.
But most importantly "mad scientist" like fun, this is a hobby! so go big!
My Room plan:
Two single pole/single throw toggle switches (or simply home depot normal light switches) wired to the two UV-C lamps on ceiling and installed light switch height outside the closet next to door. One for each light. Red LEDs installed above each switch indicating which light is currently on. both switches will be additionally wired to a "Soviet Era" warning lamp likened to something in Chernobyl and a warning sign on door .
As an HVAC Installation, Service and Repair Technician, I have the skill and materials I need to wire this awesome "mad scientist lab", save the warning sign and lamp.
I also have installed these UV-C lights inside major air handling units in hospitals, military barracks, hotels, office buildings. Just about anywhere there are multiple rooms that share centralized air and the potential for stagnant humidity and moisture. The return portion of HVAC recycles the air through filters (the ones at walmart you always forget to replace every three months and I have to explain the importance of them) and in many cases, we have installed tubular UV-C lights after the filters to kill *ahem* MOLD SPORES small enough to pass through dust filters, before sending the climatized air back through the building. I wanted to empathize that I am not ignorant to this, I have not used this type of disinfectant procedure on a small level for personal use. $17 and an extra 45 minutes wait before walking into work area to me sounds worth it. I was just curious if anyone has had good results using this.
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Stipe-n Cap


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Re: Anyone use UV-C for sterilization? [Re: HelloImBob] 1
#28624815 - 01/17/24 04:35 PM (10 days, 10 hours ago) |
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Sanitizing with soap, iso, or some other agent, is far more efficient/practical than UV. Noobs are constantly trying to reinvent the wheel by complicating things.
Still air? Too simple, what about a shmuvbox 🤔
Sanitation? Why use boring old sanitizing agents when we can harness the power of the electromagnetic spectrum🤔
Monotub? You mean automated air exchangers controlled by PID, hygrometer, and co2 sensors🤔
But, what if I used all of these 🤔 I bet I'm the first to consider the massive implications for exponential gainz.

Or perhaps My fingers just have frostbite from hanging out too long at the summet of mount stupid.
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KushKaptain




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Re: Anyone use UV-C for sterilization? [Re: Stipe-n Cap]
#28624832 - 01/17/24 04:42 PM (10 days, 10 hours ago) |
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Quote:
Stipe-n Cap said: Sanitizing with soap, iso, or some other agent, is far more efficient/practical than UV. Noobs are constantly trying to reinvent the wheel by complicating things.
Still air? Too simple, what about a shmuvbox 🤔
Sanitation? Why use boring old sanitizing agents when we can harness the power of the electromagnetic spectrum🤔
Monotub? You mean automated air exchangers controlled by PID, hygrometer, and co2 sensors🤔
But, what if I used all of these 🤔 I bet I'm the first to consider the massive implications for exponential gainz.

Or perhaps My fingers just have frostbite from hanging out too long at the summet of mount stupid.

Who hurt you?
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LadysKnight
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Re: Anyone use UV-C for sterilization? [Re: HelloImBob]
#28626440 - 01/18/24 08:15 PM (9 days, 7 hours ago) |
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