Does the UV bulb contain Mercury?
230477
Sure don't know about that. We are on our second BriteLeafs. The first one lasted two weeks before it just wouldn't work any more. The manufacturer sent us a new one, but now I would hesitate to give it as a gift, thinking it might just not last.
230478
I would have a absolutely no idea, but I would not think that it would. The manufacturer of the product may know more. All I know is that the product works as advertised, and we love it.
2268154
No. LED lights and HID lights (HPS for example) emit a completely different UV spectrum. When flowering, HPS is fine by itself-as long as it is powerful enough.
1808630
There is nothing on the label saying it contains lead or mercury. It does says it complies with all standards from the US FCC.
1453599
No it doesn't contain mercury. Mercury hasn'y been used in thermometers for a very long time. This dial thermometer uses an internal metal spring that contracts or expands when heated or cooled and moves the dial to the correct temp.
1596410
Louise,I didn't know the answer to your questions so I called the company. The woman I talked to sounded a bit horrified when I asked if their products contained mercury. Her response was "Absolutely not!" She went on to add it does not contain gluten, dairy products, soy, or animal products either. Everything is made here in the US. I'm glad you asked, because I learned something as well.
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Hi IA,I can honestly say that it does not contain mercury as I use it and improves my face rather than the opposite which mercury will do to my face if I use it. Also the only way it contains mercury is if it's COUNTERFEIT. So as long as you be careful at who you buy it from, it is perfectly safe.
770412
No, all compact fluorescents use mercury vapor to generate light. If a bulb breaks, make sure to open your windows and air out the room.
894054
HI There....I believe no UV rays are emitted. RV I am not sure about. I would call Phillips lighting 1-800-555-0050 to see if they can answer your questions. I hope that helps.
385373
My thought was yes. UVC is a short wavelength and that is why it is blocked by our atmosphere. So it is easily blocked by glasses and probably plastic as well, especially plastic that we know blocks UVA and UVB rays. Here something from Wikipedia: Ordinary glass is partially transparent to UVA but is opaque to shorter wavelengths, whereas silica or quartz glass, depending on quality, can be transparent even to vacuum UV wavelengths. Ordinary window glass passes about 90% of the light above 350 nm, but blocks over 90% of the light below 300 nm. So with resonable confidence yes they block UVC, which is what germicidal lamps put out. Watch out for your exposed skin though.
470918
No it did not. But a clerk at the pet store told me that the UV light does not kill the type of algae we have here in hawaii.
1345258
No, it's metal. it's a really nice product. Just don't touch the bulb with your fingers.
1987313
Yes, Chickadee, the bulb contains Mercury I think. I said "I think" because the bulb should be disposed of in a special way, not just thrown in the trash. You can take it to almost any electronic store, and some hardware stores dispose of them for you. The bulb should last you for a long time though. Dee
601048
I'm not sure, probably ok since they are small & do contain mercury, & but you can use the dimmer. I bought LED daylight bulbs & love the lighting, we just dim during tv time.
662513
Another reason I would say they contain mercury is the package label reads "Batteries may explode if recharged or disposed of in fire. Seek medical advice if swallowed."
1531018
I just used regular light bulbs, not the mercury light bulbs and made sure that the wattage does not exceed the recommended wattage listed in the accompanying product instructions. Regular bulbs are recommended if you have a dimmer light switch.
2149206
This kit does not come with the UV lamp. You will need to purchase that separately.
189905
Yes -- it is to an ultraviolet light that is a "tube" (water goes through the tube and the light bulb is encased). It's to help kill algae. Our light bulb is not part of the filter. However, we have had great success with this purchase. Hope this helps!