The R-Can / Sterilight / Viqua S5Q-PA Ultraviolet System The S8-PA is for flow rates of up to 6 gpm (22.7L/min). Ports are 3/4" MNPT. This compact line of ultraviolet disinfection systems is ideally suited for point-of-use filtration, RO pre or post disinfection or with a myriad of other applications requiring the flexibility this design offers. The hard glass germicidal lamps provide an economical way of treating water requiring a 4-log (99.99%) reduction of bacteria and virus and protozoan cysts (Giardia lamblia and Cryptosporidium). This process is accomplished without adding any harmful chemicals to your drinking water. Sterilight is the most ecological way of treating your water… and all for just pennies a day! These disinfection systems are designed for easy homeowner maintenance. The UV lamp can be changed without interrupting the water flow. The quartz sleeve design allows for maximum UV output and operating efficiency. NEW Silver™ electronic controller featuring constant output current over the entire operating range independent of voltage or frequency. This switchable power supply a 4-segment visual LED displaying Lamp Life Remaining and Total Controller Running Time. The controller has active power factor correction and comes in a redesigned water-tight enclosure. Sterilume™-EX UV lamps, these hard glass, 254nm ultraviolet lamps feature advanced proprietary lamp coating allowing for consistent UV output over the life of the lamp coupled with uniform temperature distribution. The result is that Sterilume™-EX lamps provide the required output over the entire 9000 hour lamp life Compact design incorporating 304 stainless steel reactor chambers, brilliantly polished for laboratory or medical applications Easy servicing – no need to disconnect water flow to change UV lamp Open end quartz sleeves and aluminum gland nuts for optimum operating temperature and sealing efficiency 4-log (99.99%) destruction of bacteria, virus and protozoan cysts (Giardia lamblia and Cryptosporidium) at rated flow Natures way to protect your water without the addition of harmful chemicals Includes mounting clamps and hardware Seven year warranty on reactor chamber for unparalleled protection Drain port for reactor chamber flushing (for model S12Q-PA only) Over-moulded connector allows for quick and simple removal of the lamp connector without any special tools or assistance. In addition to bacteria (E. coli), virus, algae, mould and others, Sterilight UV systems are effective against protozoa such as Cryptosporidium and Giardia lamblia. UV effectively DESTROYS these protozoan cysts at dosage levels well within the levels delivered by all Sterilight ultraviolet disinfection systems. Replacement parts: S463-RL (bulb) QS-463 (quartz sleeve) BA-ICE-S (Electronic ICE ballast (100-240V./50-60Hz) Warranty: Sterilight disinfection systems carry a seven year warranty on the stainless steel reactor chamber, a one year warranty on UV lamps and quartz sleeves, and a five year pro-rated warranty on all othercomponents.