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UVC technology has been around for nearly a century, but until recently, its been limited to hospitals and specially engineered environments. UVC Power was created during the COVID-19 pandemic to bring professional-grade UVC air disinfection to everyone who needs it.

This page will walk you through what UVC is, how it works, and how easy it is to install in your building — no engineering degree required.

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Advanced UVC Technology

What is UVC?

UVC light is a type of ultraviolet radiation that destroys viruses, bacteria, and mold by damaging their DNA. It’s been safely used for decades in hospitals, food processing, water treatment, and HVAC systems.

UVC sterilization isn’t new — it was widely used in the 1930s and ’40s to fight airborne tuberculosis in schools and public buildings.

Safety Note: UVC is powerful and must be used correctly. Direct exposure can cause skin and eye injury. All UVC Power systems include built-in safety features.

See example of UVC misuse at a fashion event

Two Ways to Sanitize Air with UVC

Upper Room UVC

  • Wall-mounted units sterilize air near the ceiling
  • Safe for occupied spaces — light is directed sideways
  • Air naturally circulates, pulling clean air down
  • Requires 7 ft+ ceiling height

Best for: Offices, lobbies, classrooms, conference rooms

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In-Duct or In-HVAC UVC

  • Mounts inside HVAC air handlers or ductwork
  • Hidden from view and completely safe for occupants
  • Kills airborne pathogens before they circulate
  • Improves energy efficiency and reduces coil maintenance

Best for: Commercial buildings, schools, industrial sites, or any central HVAC system

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Step-by-Step

DIY UVC System

Step 1: Choose Lamp Placement

Install lamps just downstream of the evaporator coil for best results. Other options:

  • Upstream of the coil
  • In return duct (to disinfect air before it reaches coil)
  • In supply duct (if lamps aren’t visible through vents)

Step 2: Measure Your System

Measure the vertical space where you’ll mount the SpeedRack. Choose a rack size:

  • 18–34″
  • 24–42″
  • 36–67″
  • 65–120″
  • 97–180″

Measure coil width to choose lamp length:

  • 17″
  • 42″
  • 33″
  • 61″

Use one lamp size per array. Lamps may overlap slightly to cover wider coils.

Step 3: Determine Lamp Quantity

Use this formula:

  • Subtract 20″ from vertical height (top and bottom clearance)
  • Divide by 20
  • Round up to next whole number
  • Add 1 → This is your vertical lamp count
  • Multiply by horizontal lamps → Total lamp count

Example: A 79″ tall coil with 100″ width → 4 vertical × 2 horizontal = 8 lamps

Step 4: Installation

Installation is quick and simple. Any qualified HVAC/electrical contractor can install the system using standard tools.

Installation steps:

  • Mount SpeedRacks with included hardware
  • Mount the UVC lamps
  • Install pre-wired ballast enclosures
  • Connect plug-and-play safety door switches
  • Complete final electrical connections

Checklist

Final Checklist

Here’s what you’ll need for a complete install:

  • UVC Lamps
  • Lamp Bracket Kits
  • SpeedRack Mounting System
  • Pre-Wired Ballast Enclosures
  • Power Panel
  • Door Interlock Safety Switches
  • Safety Sticker Pack
  • 2” Inspection Viewport

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  • sales@uvcpower.com
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