Mercury Free Plasma UV-Lamp for Efficient Water Disinfection
Implementing Organization
CSIR- Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute, Rajasthan
Project Overview
Wavelengths generated :253 nm and 265 nm in UV-C range germicidal range for water and also 172 nm in VUV range
Lamp dimensions: 195 mm length and 1.6 cm outer diameter, Total consumed power: ~ 2.21 W, Electrical to UV conversion efficiency: ~25%, Tested bacteria for deactivation: E. Coli, Shigella Boydii, Vibrio, Coliforms and Fecal Coliforms