{"product_id":"uv-water-steriliser-16w","title":"UV Water Steriliser - 16W, 24 LPM, with Alarm NZ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffective UV sterilisation for your home water supply.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 16W inline UV steriliser treats water against harmful micro-organisms as it passes through the stainless steel chamber. It connects directly to your water line and works with your existing filtration setup — or as a standalone treatment stage where sediment and turbidity are already low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuited to homes on rainwater or tank water. If you're on a bore supply, water quality varies significantly — we recommend testing your bore water before selecting a UV system. Get in touch and we'll help you choose the right configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: connection fittings are not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e The unit uses 1\/2\" male thread connections, suitable for 15mm hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specs at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV lamp power: 16W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax flow rate: 24 LPM (6 GPM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnection: 1\/2\" male thread (suits 15mm hose)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature range: 2–40°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV chamber: 370(L) x 64(W) x 82(H)mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallast: 118(L) x 58(W) x 31(H)mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: alarm, mounting clips, quartz sleeve, O-rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy homeowners choose this unit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreats water against a broad range of micro-organisms including E. coli, Cryptosporidium, Giardia, and others listed below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact stainless steel chamber suits smaller installations and tighter spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlarm alerts you when the lamp needs replacing — no guesswork on maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz sleeve protects the lamp and is included in the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraightforward inline installation with mounting clips included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUV Sterilisation — 16W Chamber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater flows through the stainless steel UV chamber where the 16W lamp treats it against harmful micro-organisms. UV treatment is most effective when water is already clear — pair this unit with sediment and carbon filtration for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UV lamp deactivates a broad range of living organisms, including: Cryptosporidium, Giardia, dysentery bacilli, Salmonella, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Streptococcus, E. coli, Hepatitis B, Cholera, algae, fungi, and some viruses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlarm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ballast controller triggers an audible alarm when the UV lamp is due for replacement. UV lamps lose effectiveness over time even if they're still glowing — the alarm is your prompt to swap it out before treatment quality drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUV Lamp Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Flow Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 LPM (6 GPM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\" Male Thread (suits 15mm hose)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet to Outlet Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230mm (centre to centre)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–40°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUV Chamber Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e370(L) x 64(W) x 82(H)mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBallast Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118(L) x 58(W) x 31(H)mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV chamber (stainless steel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16W UV lamp (loose)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallast controller with alarm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting clips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO-rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this unit suitable for my property?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit suits properties on rainwater or tank water where UV treatment is needed. Bore water quality varies significantly — we recommend testing your bore water before selecting a UV system. Get in touch and we'll help you choose the right configuration for your supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this unit include filtration?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — this is a UV sterilisation unit only. It treats water against harmful micro-organisms but does not remove sediment, chlorine, or other contaminants. For best UV performance, water should be clear and low in sediment before it enters the chamber. Pair it with sediment and carbon filtration upstream for a complete treatment setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat micro-organisms does it treat against?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UV lamp deactivates a broad range of living organisms, including Cryptosporidium, Giardia, dysentery bacilli, Salmonella, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Streptococcus, E. coli, Hepatitis B, Cholera, algae, fungi, and some viruses. These are the organisms named in the product specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the alarm do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ballast controller triggers an audible alarm when the UV lamp is due for replacement. UV lamps lose effectiveness over time even if they're still glowing — the alarm is your prompt to act before treatment quality drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often do I replace the UV lamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UV lamp should be replaced every 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the quartz sleeve?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quartz sleeve is a protective glass tube that sits around the UV lamp inside the chamber. It keeps the lamp dry while allowing UV light to pass through into the water. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre connection fittings included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The unit has 1\/2\" male thread connections suitable for 15mm hose. You'll need to supply your own fittings to connect it to your pipework. Confirm your existing connection sizes before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a plumber to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most customers, yes — a licensed plumber is the safest path. The unit arrives with mounting clips and uses standard 1\/2\" thread connections. If you're confident with household plumbing, the installation itself is straightforward. If you're not sure, get in touch and we'll help you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need bypass valves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBypass valves aren't included but are strongly recommended. They let you service the unit and replace the UV lamp without cutting off water to the property. Ask your plumber to include them in the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat warranty does the unit carry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit is covered by a 2-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Filtration Station NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45643574018092,"sku":"UV-16w","price":315.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5966\/6732\/files\/UV16w.png?v=1781231474","url":"https:\/\/www.filtrationstation.co.nz\/products\/uv-water-steriliser-16w","provider":"Filtration Station NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}