| | |  | UV Sterilizers | Home » » » » » AA Aquarium Spare Bulb UV9W | | | | | | | Description: | | Suitable for use with UVSterilizer Model no.: AAUV9W | | | Features: | |
• Uses UV Radiation to effectively kill algae and pathogens.
• Easy installation with patent pending sealed submersible design.
• 9 watt sterilization lamp treats up to 45 gallons.
• Zig zag flow to ensure optimum sterilization time.
| | | Product Details: | | | Package Length:
| 8.8 inches | | Package Width:
| 2.6 inches | | Package Height:
| 2.6 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.35 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 7 reviews |
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6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
 Doesn't Last 6000 hours (8 1/3 mo.) - Only 3 to 6 mo. As Stated On BoxMar 27, 2011
By WJK
"Consumer Advocate"
Replacement bulb doesn't Last 6000 hours (about 8 1/3 mo.) as stated in the Green Killing Machine 9 watt Internal UV Sterilizer with Power Head - Lasts only 3 to 6 mo. As stated on box and on the manufacturer's website at www.aa-aquarium.com: "This is not a disposable unit, UV lamps have a life span of 3 to 6 months in constant use. However, it is only suggested for use with green water and unit shall be switched off if water is clear." It also says: "UV radiation - at a wavelength of 254mn making the unit extremely effective in controlling bacteria, yeast, moulds and other pathogens." While it does clear up green water, I thought it helped prevent disease. If the mfr. says that it can be shut off when the water is clear, then it only "..is effective in controlling bacteria, yeast, molds, and other pathogens, in turn (as it relates to) controlling algae growth."
All promotional material says: "Prices for these replacement bulbs are very affordable." This is misleading to me, since the yearly cost of running the UV bulb 24/7, and if it lasts only 3 months, can be about $90. I got my replacement bulb from The Umbrella Group who is a very reputable reseller, but I think they may have originally gotten some incorrect info from the mfr?
4 of 5 found the following review helpful:
 SAVE YOUR MONEY!Sep 10, 2011
By BLACKJACK 21
I bought two of these for my two Discus tanks from my local shop.The original bulbs lasted about 4 months.My local shop did not have the replacements,so I came to AMAZON.COM.All is good so far right? I started to see that these are hard to find so I purchased four replacement bulbs for $133.00 ( i believe I had the bigger model,forget the size) The first bulb lasted 2 weeks,the second 1 week,the third did not work at all and the fourth lasted 2 weeks.And no,I did not replace them incorrectly.Please note that this is a great product WHEN it works.My best advice is to keep up on your water tests and water changes.And remember,if i'm taking the time to write this,there are MANY more people who are just disgusted and trashed this unit ,and called it quits without saying a word.I hope this company goes out of business.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Awesome!Aug 27, 2011
By Kathryn
I have had the Green Killing Machine for over a year now (in a salt and fresh tank) and I love it! I originally bought it for my 36 gallon fresh tank when it was going through a horrible case of algae bloom. It had that thing clean in 7 days (it was a TON of algae) even after chemicals and 0 light for a week couldn't do it. I have since used it in my 36 gallon salt water tank - it works great!
The only thing I don't care for about it is the odd/awkward/ugly design... but if that is what it takes to make it work.. *shrug*
On the replacement bulb specifically - it comes as one plug and play unit, no need to take the old case apart and reseal. Worked great!
Good while it worksApr 06, 2012
By Swingweb2
First one I got lasted ~ 6 months of continuous use. Red light indicator never went off to indicate the bulb was burnt out but water quality got markedly worse which was my clue. However, I've bought now two replacement bulbs and neither have worked well. So 33% success rate. Works like a charm if you get a good bulb. Quality control seems be an issue with this product.
 clear water, easy operationFeb 26, 2012
By Surveyor
"Book reader"
Been using this "machine" for over a year and just replaced the bulb. My 65 gallon tank is crystal clear, fish are healthy and the machine is operating beautifully. I tend to run it on a week on/week off basis to preserve the bulb, and the results are just fine. I was told by the manager at the local fish place that this item was not necessary for a tank as small as a 65 gallon, but I have to say this was one great investment! Algae growth is minimal and the tank has stayed in chemical balance with just a regular filyter and bi-weekly water changes.
The ease of replacing the bulb was great, but the instructions are frighteningly minimalist. I admit, it is easy to do, but nowhere do they really explain how easy it is! Basically they send you half the unit as a replacedment,where I was expecting just a bulb!
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