{"product_id":"aquaultraviolet-15w-uv-sterilizer-replacement-lamps","title":"AquaUltraviolet 15W UV Sterilizer Replacement Lamps","description":"\u003cp\u003eUV sterilizers work by exposing water to germicidal ultraviolet light as it passes through a quartz sleeve around the lamp — and that output degrades steadily over time whether or not the lamp is visibly lit. At around the 9–12 month mark, most UV lamps have lost 30–40% of their germicidal output even though they still appear to glow normally. A lamp that looks fine is not necessarily a lamp that's sterilizing effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace annually on a schedule, not when the lamp fails — waiting for visible failure means months of reduced effectiveness you likely won't notice until a disease outbreak points to it. These are genuine AquaUltraviolet replacement lamps, not aftermarket substitutes, which matters for output specification consistency and safe operation with the OEM ballast and sleeve combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the correct wattage and model before ordering — AquaUltraviolet makes multiple 15W configurations and the lamp geometry is not universal across their lineup. When in doubt, check the model number on your unit or contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e AquaUltraviolet 15W Advantage sterilizer series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement interval:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 9–12 months regardless of apparent function\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the lamp to cool completely before handling. UV lamp glass is sensitive to skin oils — handle with gloves or a clean cloth to avoid hot-spot damage. Do not look directly at an operating UV lamp.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Ultraviolet","offers":[{"title":"Advantage 2000 15W","offer_id":50104243486957,"sku":"AQUAUV-LAMP-15W-ADV2000","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Classic 15W","offer_id":50104243519725,"sku":"AQUAUV-LAMP-15W-CLASSIC","price":75.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/1032\/8813\/files\/Classic_8_15_Watt_Lamp-1.jpg?v=1782186421","url":"https:\/\/www.yocamronsaquatics.com\/products\/aquaultraviolet-15w-uv-sterilizer-replacement-lamps","provider":"YoCamron's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}