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Historically, UV (Ultraviolet Light) has been used to disinfect water, surfaces, and even the air. Recently, more and more people are looking for air purifiers that destroy or filter bacteria, germs, viruses, and other microbes and pathogens. Recent issues with COVID, SARS, H1N1 and the Avian flu virus have all helped raise the bar when it comes to microbe filtration. Although... Read More
UV Air Purifiers & Antimicrobial
Historically, UV (Ultraviolet Light) has been used to disinfect water, surfaces, and even the air. Recently, more and more people are looking for air purifiers that destroy or filter bacteria, germs, viruses, and other microbes and pathogens. Recent issues with COVID, SARS, H1N1 and the Avian flu virus have all helped raise the bar when it comes to microbe filtration. Although traditional HEPA filters can reduce many types of germs and microbes, air purifiers with UV light sterilize the air by altering the microbe's DNA, effectively destroying them. Additionally, UV air purifiers must be quite powerful. Otherwise, it can take multiple passes before a germ is actually destroyed or sterilized. It's also important to note that in certain instances, UV light can be harmful to humans. As a result, UV light within these air purifiers must be secured and located where outside exposure is impossible. In addition, other air purifiers for germs often utilize antimicrobial agents within the filter media to kill or sanitize. Because there are many types of sanitizing air purifiers available, and selecting one right for you can be overwhelming, we have compiled a list of the best UV air purifiers we offer. These units will help you safely neutralize pathogens and create a healthier breathing environment. Our selection includes UV air purifiers for people with compromised immune systems as well. Shop our selection of UV air purifiers for germs below!
The AirPura P600 air purifier made selecting a top model a very difficult choice. Though it lacks the full strength of the 4 UVC bulbs that come in the Clarifier Medical, it makes up for this in another way, namely TitanClean. TitanClean is a patented type of photocatalytic oxidation that involves UVC light as well as a titanium dioxide reflector plate. The UV light brings the titanium dioxide to life, turning it into a powerful oxidizer that continually breaks down VOCs, smoke and chemical vapors into inert components while neutralizing bacteria, viruses and pathogens throughout your home.
Combined with a certified HEPA filter and activated carbon, the P600 offers comprehensive filtration of all pollutants while removing most of the germs that can cause problems for those with compromised immune systems. And, unlike some UV air purifiers, all AirPura models are CARB (California Air Resources Board) compliant and produce no ozone. Add to this the best airflow and coverage in the industry, a durable steel shell and easy use, the AirPura P600 is one of the best UV air purifiers available today. VIEW MORE
If the photocatalytic oxidation (PCO) found in the P600 is something you're unsure of, don't need, or don't necessarily want to pay for, then consider dropping down a couple hundred dollars in price and opt for the AirPura UV600 air purifier. With this UV air purifier, you get all the features of the P600 without the PCO. This mean, not only is the UV600 a sealed system, HEPA air purifier with a thick carbon filter, but there is also a powerful 20 watt UV bulb to neutralize microbes and literally sanitize the air in your home.
In addition to filtration that tackles allergens, smoke, odors, and bacteria & viruses, the UV600 is one of the best built air purifiers available. A steel frame, baked enamel finish, and quality internal components all come together to create a durable, lasting air purifier. Internally, the airflow and design of this machine is such that it's not only one of the quietest brands available but it quiet while have the largest coverage area of any residential air purifier. If a no-nonsense, versatile air purifier suited for microbe, allergen, and smoke/odor control is what you're looking for, you can't go wrong with this top UV air purifier. VIEW MORE
As the least expensive model on the list, the Germ Guardian AC5000 UV air purifier pairs a three stage combo filter (prefilter, HEPA, PCO) with a UV lamp to provide broad spectrum filtration in small to medium size rooms in your home. The prefilter keeps the system free of visible particles, while the HEPA filter does the bulk of the particle filtration, trapping allergens like dust, mold spores, pollen, and dander. The last layer, titanium dioxide, activates with the UV light to oxidize some chemical vapor molecules and VOCs. Behind all of this is the UV light to help sterilize and neutralize microbes and pathogens.
Use of the UV light is optional, and the tower design offers a small footprint, perfect for small to medium size rooms. The price is more affordable than any other model on the Top Five UV air purifier list, but the coverage area is also smaller. For a more economical solution that retains microbe killing UV while trapping common allergens, the AC5000 air purifier is well worth a look. VIEW MORE