The 8W T5 germicidal fluorescent lamp with a G5 bi-pin base, designed to emit short-wave UV-C radiation at approximately 253.7nm rather than visible general illumination. The Philips TUV 8W is intended for compatible professional germicidal and disinfection equipment, including air-treatment systems, water-treatment equipment, sterilisation units, and specialist UV-C appliances.
What it is
The Philips TUV 8W G5 Germicidal Fluorescent Lamp is a specialist T5-format ultraviolet lamp designed primarily for germicidal UV-C applications, rather than conventional illumination.
Unlike an ordinary T5 fluorescent tube, which uses phosphor coatings to convert ultraviolet energy into visible light, a germicidal lamp is engineered to transmit short-wave ultraviolet radiation. The Philips TUV range produces its primary UV-C output at approximately 253.7nm, a wavelength used in purpose-designed equipment for the inactivation of microorganisms.
The lamp uses a compact G5 bi-pin base and a T5-style tube approximately 16mm in diameter. Its compact dimensions make the 8W version useful in smaller UV-C appliances, sterilisation equipment, air-treatment systems, water-treatment equipment, and other specialist germicidal devices.
This is not a general-purpose fluorescent lamp and must only be operated inside equipment specifically designed for an 8W germicidal UV-C lamp.
Use Cases / Applications
- UV-C sterilisation equipment
- Air disinfection systems
- Water treatment equipment
- Water purification systems
- Pond and aquarium UV clarifiers
- Laboratory equipment
- Specialist hygiene equipment
- HVAC air-treatment systems
- Surface disinfection equipment
- Germicidal cabinets
- Compatible professional UV-C appliances
- Replacement in equipment specifically designed for 8W G5 germicidal lamps
Key Benefits
- Specialist 8W germicidal UV-C lamp
- Primary UV-C wavelength approximately 253.7nm
- Compact T5 / approximately 16mm diameter construction
- G5 bi-pin base
- Designed for germicidal applications
- Suitable for compatible air and water-treatment equipment
- Compact format for specialist UV-C appliances
- Established Philips TUV germicidal lamp technology
- Useful replacement for legacy professional UV-C systems
The important distinction here is that light output in lumens is not a meaningful performance specification. Unlike the normal T5 lamps we’ve just catalogued, the purpose of this lamp is its UV-C radiant output, not visible illumination.
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Safety Compliance
- UV-C radiation is hazardous to the eyes and skin
- Never look directly at an operating germicidal lamp
- Never expose people or animals directly to an unshielded operating lamp
- Use only inside properly designed UV-C equipment
- Equipment should prevent unintended UV-C exposure during operation
- Do not use as a conventional room or task-lighting lamp
- Do not install simply because another lamp uses the same G5 base
- Use only with compatible 8W fluorescent control gear
- Isolate electrical power before installation or replacement
- Allow the lamp to cool before handling
- Handle the glass tube carefully
- Germicidal fluorescent lamps contain mercury and require appropriate disposal/recycling
- Follow the UV-C equipment manufacturer’s replacement and safety instructions
- Suitable only for equipment specifically designed for a compatible 8W G5 germicidal lamp
- Do not substitute a normal 8W T5 fluorescent tube for germicidal applications
- Do not substitute this germicidal tube into an ordinary lighting application
Brand Reputation
Philips has a long history in specialist professional lighting and ultraviolet lamp technologies. Its TUV germicidal lamp family has been widely used in professional air, water and surface-treatment equipment.
Unlike conventional fluorescent lamps, the TUV range is engineered specifically around germicidal ultraviolet radiation, making correct lamp identification and equipment compatibility particularly important.
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Specification
- Type: T5 Linear Fluorescent Tube UV
- Material: Precision Glass (G)
- Voltage: 220V
- Wattage:Â 8W
- Lamp Shape: T5
- Lamp Length:Â 302.5mm
- Lamp Diameter: Approximately 16mm
- Lamp Base: G5 Bi-Pin
- Lamp Finish: Blue
- Spectrum: UV-C
- Dimmable: No
- Energy Saving: No
- Brand: Philips
- Warranty: Yes
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