Product Overview
Philips TUV 55W High Output Germicidal UV-C Lamp – G13 Base | 253.7nm | Air & Water Disinfection
The Philips TUV 55W is a professional-grade germicidal UV-C lamp for air, water and surface disinfection systems. It emits 17.5W of short-wave UV-C radiation with a peak at 253.7nm. This 35.78-inch linear lamp has a standard G13 medium bi-pin base and is designed for enclosed, shielded disinfection equipment.
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Lamp Type
TUV 55W
Germicidal UV-C
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UV-C Output
17.5W
253.7nm Peak
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Wattage
55W
Lamp wattage
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Base / Size
G13 / T8
908.8 mm (35.78 in)
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Order Code
618665/37634-3
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Product Overview
The Philips TUV 55W (#618665 / #376343) is a low-pressure mercury vapor discharge lamp with a tubular glass envelope, made for germicidal irradiation. It is used for killing or inactivating bacteria, viruses and other primitive organisms in air, water and surface disinfection, including hospitals, bacteriological research and pharmaceutical environments, and food processing industries such as dairies, breweries and bakeries.
Philips states that a protective inside coating limits depreciation of the useful UV-C output, so disinfection stays effective over the useful life of the lamp. The lamp glass filters out the 185nm ozone-forming line, and a warning sign on the lamp indicates the UV-C radiation output.
Key Specifications
| Brand | Philips (Signify) |
| Product Description | TUV 55W |
| Product / Order Code | 618665 / 61866510 |
| UPC / EAN | 8711500618665 |
| Lamp Type | Low-Pressure Mercury UV-C Discharge |
| Bulb Shape & Base | T8 (Tubular 28 mm) | G13 Base |
| Lamp Wattage | 55W |
| Peak UV-C Wavelength | 253.7nm (185nm ozone-forming line filtered) |
| UV-C Radiation Output | 17.5W |
| Packing (per Philips ordering table) | 1SL / 6 |
Dimensions
| Diameter (D Max) | 28 mm (1.10 in) |
| Base Face to Base Face (A Max) | 894.6 mm (35.22 in) |
| Insertion Length (B Min / Max) | 899.3 mm / 901.7 mm |
| Overall Length (C Max) | 908.8 mm (35.78 in) |
Primary Applications
- Air disinfection, including HVAC and in-duct units and enclosed irradiation equipment
- Water disinfection: drinking water, waste water, swimming pools, cold storage rooms and packing materials
- Hospitals, bacteriological research and pharmaceutical environments
- Food processing, such as dairies, breweries and bakeries
- Photochemical processes
Compatibility Checklist
- Lamp Technology: Verify that your system requires a germicidal UV-C discharge lamp, not a general-lighting fluorescent tube.
- Socket Configuration: Requires G13 medium bi-pin lamp holders.
- Ballast & Electrical Match: Use a ballast and equipment rated for a 55W TUV germicidal lamp. Check the rating of the lamp you are replacing.
- Chamber Clearance: Confirm the fixture accommodates a 908.8 mm (35.78 in) maximum overall length and a 28 mm diameter.
- Replacement Match: Match the wattage, UV-C output (17.5W) and length of the lamp you are replacing.
Safety & Handling Guidelines
DANGER: UV-C radiation. Radiation from these lamps is harmful to eyes and skin. Never operate this lamp in open fixtures or unshielded environments; installations must be screened off completely. Disconnect power before inspection, cleaning or replacement.
- Handling: Wear clean lint-free gloves or handle with a clean cloth. Skin oils leave residues that reduce UV-C transmission.
- Breakage Procedure: If damaged, ventilate the room for at least 30 minutes. Wear protective gloves to gather glass fragments in a sealed container. Do not use a standard vacuum cleaner.
- Disposal: This lamp contains mercury. Dispose of it according to local, state or federal universal waste regulations.
Order from ADL Supply
ADL Supply stocks Philips germicidal lamps at wholesale pricing. Call 1-800-235-3489 to confirm availability, volume pricing or to check that a TUV lamp fits your equipment.
