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revolutionary ultraviolet pool system

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protecting whats important

research: impact of pool chemicals is five times greater than that of second-hand smoke

SpectraLight harnesses ultraviolet light to lower chlorine levels, eliminate chlorine by-products, and to make pools safe, healthy and easier to manage.

a fierce debate
Swimming pool chlorine is at the center of a fierce, high-stakes debate. Pool chemical marketing efforts are dedicated to convincing us that we need high chlorine levels. And its working. Billions of dollars of chlorine are sold each year. But theres a problem. Independent studies indicate that chlorine levels are too high, leading to burning eyes, skin irritations, difficulty breathing, allergies, asthma and even higher rates of cancer. Top scientists are telling us the impact to our children is five times greater than exposure to second-hand smoke.

the evidence
An abundance of credible Other studies found that pulmoevidence indicates that pool nary function decreases when chlorine levels should be lowered. subjects are exposed to 1.0 ppm A ground-breaking study presented chlorine, but no adverse effects at the American College of Sports were found at 0.5 ppm chlorine. Medicine Researchers in found that Belgium found Lower free chlorine exposure to that chlorine concentrations may be traditional by-products can chlorine levels health protective when irritate infants constricted developing UV is used, according airways in the airways, causing to the World Health lungs leading changes that make to coughing, them more suscepOrganization. wheezing, and tible to lung shortness of disease later breath. But when chlorine levels in childhood. Researchers now were lowered to 0.5 ppm, the recommend that parents seek problems disappeared. out swimming pools that have low chlorine levels.

how can we make pools safe?

By harnessing the raw power of ultraviolet light. UV technology dramatically lowers the need for chlorine and eliminates chlorine by-products for a cleaner, safer, and easier to manage swimming pool or spa. UV has been installed on thousands of pools and has become the gold standard at major aquatic centers. UV was displayed to the world when it was selected to protect swimmers at the games in Beijing. Now UV can help you protect whats important.

I sleep better knowing my pool water is safe

revolutionary light
when it comes to pool chlorine, less is more

1 reduces need for chemicals by 80 - 90%

2 eliminates toxic chlorine by-products

3 destroys over 99% of pathogens

proven results unprecedented safety e ortless water quality low environmental impact

revolutionary results
In most pools, chlorine is expected to do all the work. But with SpectraLight on the job, UV destroys over 99% of the organic matter and pathogens found in pools. SpectraLight does the heavy lifting so chemicals can be reduced by 80 90%. As a result, chlorine levels can be lowered to those found in tap water - to just 0.5 ppm. Thats only one chlorine drop for every 26 gallons of water. When it comes to swimming pool chlorine, less is more.

SpectraLights triple action breaks the vicious cycle of chemicals

is UV proven?
Ultraviolet light is widely water clarity and eliminate used by municipal drinking water chlorine odor and red eyes. The treatment plants and bottlers big news is that New York City of spring has designed water. And the worlds New York City will use now UV is largest drinking 12,000 UV lamps to treat water facility, a proven drinking water and safe capable of method of treating two sterilizing pools and spas. UV has billion gallons per day. New been deployed at over 200 public York will install twelve-thousand aquatic centers and was installed ultraviolet lamps - the same type at the games in Beijing to improve of lamps found in SpectraLight.

what is the science behind SpectraLight?

SpectraLight was built on a visionary model for the pool and spa industry -- a model inspired by municipal drinking water treatment. As the water flows through the sterilization chamber, SpectraLight emits a high intensity UV-C germicidal light a powerful dose of ray that targets the DNA and RNA UV light can destroy of all types of 99.9% of pathogens microorganisms, many of which found in pools were previously untouchable. Bacteria, viruses, algae, protozoan cysts, giardia, parasites, and spores are all destroyed UV photons destroy pathogens, instantly without the formation dramatically reducing the need of dangerous by-products. Thats for chemicals. the power of SpectraLight.

protecting whats important

new studies indicate that chlorine by-products are alarmingly dangerous

Chlorine reacts with organic matter to form hundreds of chlorine by-products. Fortunately, these toxic chemicals are history with SpectraLight onboard.

dangerous waters
The process of treating water with chlorine generates a class of compounds called disinfection by-products. Pools contain organic matter - leaves, debris, sunscreen, sweat, oils, saliva and urine are just a few. Chlorine reacts with organic matter and generates hundreds of different by-products. Since pool water is recycled over and over, the amount of chlorine by-products can keep building until the pool becomes a toxic soup of chemicals. These toxins enter the body in three ways: skin absorption, inhalation, and ingestion of pool water. Skin is the largest organ of the body and the source of highest exposure. We have known for years that these chemicals can cause burning eyes, skin irritation, difficulty breathing and damage to dental enamel. And now scientists are discovering even more severe consequences. Research conducted at the Centre for Research in Environmental Epidemiology found that using chlorinated swimming pools increased bladder cancer risk by 57%. Researchers at the Catholic University found that children with the highest pool attendance were five times more likely to suffer from allergies and asthma than young people who had never swam in a pool. Unfortunately, our children face the highest risks because of their larger skin surface relative to weight. SpectraLight is designed to safely eliminate dangerous chlorine by-products, helping us to protect whats important.

a powerful dose of UV eliminates dangerous chlorine byproducts

The impact of these chemicals on the respiratory health of children and adolescents appears to be much more important - at least by a factor of five than that associated with second-hand smoke. There is little doubt that pool chlorine is an important factor implicated in the epidemic of allergic diseases affecting the westernized world.
Dr. Alfred Bernard, Toxicologist Catholic University of Louvain

Chlorine by-products known to be hazardous to human health:

chloramines chloroform trihalomethanes dichloromethanes trichloroethene haloacetic acids haloacetonitriles haloketones chloral hydrate cyanogen chloride

tetrachloromethane chloropicrin

Source: Cristina Villanueva, Kenneth Cantor, Joan Grimalt... Bladder Cancer and Exposure to Water Disinfection By-Products... AMERICAN JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY. Nov. 2006

Source: Alfred Bernard, PhD, Marc Nickmilder, PhD, Catherine Voisin, MSc and Antonia Sardella, MD. Impact of Chlorinated Swimming Pool Attendance on the Respiratory Health of Adolescents. PEDIATRICS JOURNAL. Sept. 2009

green light
healthier pool equals healthier planet

change is underway
Weve been hearing about going green at home for years, now its your pools turn. With over 8 million pools in operation, theres a huge opportunity to lighten the impact on our environment. And with the recent reports about how chlorine is affecting our health, the call to action becomes even more important. SpectraLight reduces environmental impact by shrinking the chemical footprint which reduces the use of fossil fuels and the emission of greenhouse gases. Together, we can make your swimming pool a healthier place for your family and preserve our environment. Now thats protecting whats important.

what about salt water pools?

According to the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals, a salt pool equals a chlorine pool. Salt water pools use electrolysis to manufacture chlorine from salt. Salt pools maintain chlorine levels above what many researchers consider safe, and disinfection by-products are produced. But there is good news for salt pool owners. SpectraLight is compatible with salt-based chlorinators. With SpectraLight on the job, salt pool owners can dial down the chlorine generators output and enjoy safe water.

Comparison of Chlorine Levels

3.5 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 0.0 Traditional Pool Salt Water Pool Tap Water SpectraLight

what are the savings?

With traditional chemical sanitation, water chemistry is trapped in a vicious cycle. SpectraLight breaks this cycle once and for all. While its not really about the money, many SpectraLight users report saving over $400. per year in chemicals. And with high water quality, pumps, filters, heaters, and pool surfaces will all last longer. SpectraLight also eliminates the need to purchase expensive specialty chemicals like algaecide. With fewer chemicals to disrupt water chemistry, pH balance is easy. And we havent even mentioned the time savings. Over the years, how much time have we all spent fighting the battle with algae and cloudy water?

typical treatment

with SpectraLight
0.5 ppm

reduction
83 - 87%

residual chlorine
Comparison of Chemical Levels

3 - 4 ppm

chlorine shock stabilizer pH up/down algaecide

every 1 -2 weeks

every 2-3 months

80 - 92%

30 - 50 ppm frequent adjustments varies

3 - 8 ppm adjustments are rarely needed never

77 - 94%

75 - 90%

100%

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the worlds most powerful ultraviolet sterilizer for pools and spas

UV 2.0

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Ultra High-Output Lamps

Industrial Graphite Housing

We started with a high-impact, non-corrosive polymer housing. We then added Titanium Dioxide for maximum UV resistance. Optimized hydrodynamics insure high flow rates and maximum UV dosage.

IntelliVolt Electronic Ballasts

Our solid-state ballasts are engineered for maximum efficiency - saving up to 30%. Fuse-protected and switched, each solid-state electronic ballast is weather protected by a NEMA enclosure powder-coated in stone gray.

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Patented ultra high-output lamps deliver four times the UV power of first generation lamps while lowering power usage by 30%. Charged with a proprietary blend of Xenon, Neon & Argon, SpectraLights UV output is remarkable.

VisiPort Glows When On Stainless Steel Inserts Quick-Release

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Built-in Unions for Easy Installation Quartz Sleeve transmits 99.9% of UV light Smart ConnexTM for 360o Port Rotation

Aerospace Developed Double Seal

Fluoroelastomers were invented to meet the demanding needs of the aerospace industry. The same elastomers give SpectraLight outstanding reliability. Each part is machined from billet stock. We then add stainless steel inserts and EPDM O-rings for a seal thats virtually indestructible.

Intelligent Design
Modular construction is the key to the extraordinary fact that each unit can be assembled and disassembled in less than three minutes. Quick-release means the protective sleeve can be removed and reinstalled in less than 60 seconds, without using a single tool.

Unconditionally Guaranteed
SpectraLight is backed by our 30 day money-back satisfaction guarantee. This peace of mind guarantee allows you to see the results for yourself. If for any reason youre not completely satisified, simply return within 30 days for a full refund. No questions asked.

Installs in 3 Easy Steps

SpectraLights stainless steel seal is CNC machined to exacting speci cations. Note the stainless steel double seal for added leak protection.
existing lter

For All Pools

3 SpectraLight sterilizers are easily connected between your existing filter and the water line returning to the pool. TM SmartConnex allows for 360 degree port rotation, so installation is quick and easy for both new and existing pools. SpectraLight uses the power of a regular light bulb and requires very little maintenance. Just set it, forget it, and sleep secure.

1 connect port 1

2 connect port 2

plug in

Is SpectraLight safe?
SpectraLight is 100% safe. UV light cannot pass through the graphite housing. UV has no risk of overdose and produces no toxic by-products. UV is approved by the EPA for disinfection of drinking water.

For all its technical sophistication, a SpectraLight installation is straightforward. Connect the two ports and plug it in, its that simple.

testimonials
inspiring stories of protecting whats important
I would recommend [SpectraLight] highly. I would recommend the system.

VISIT
The UV unit has worked great. It improved [the pool] tremendously.
I would highly recommend the system. Within two or three days we could notice an appreciable difference in the amount of burning in their eyes... It was a very dramatic change...it was very quick... Bill Kane Competition Officiator SpectraLight is an ultraviolet provider to the US Navy. It doesnt get any better than having the trust and condence of the US Navy placed with your organization.

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It had a phenomenal impact.

I am very happy with my UV light.

The water chemistry has changed dramatically.

I gauge the improvement by the following...no irritation.

We contacted SpectraLight and had a great offer...we got the unit at a good price relative to some of the other commercial products we looked at. It only took a couple of days before the chloramine levels dropped dramatically. It really does work. Mark Luttmann Aquatic Club President

It was night and day...it was a totally different environment... you gotta install this system...its the only thing that helped after everything we tried to do...we havent had any problems with the kids and the pool. Geoff Scheuer Swim Coach

US Navy selects SpectraLight UV

The U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program trains Bottlenose Dolphins to perform ship and harbor protection, mine detection and equipment recovery. The cornerstone of the dolphin pool water quality program is ultraviolet sanitation. SpectraLight UV maintains a healthy environment by eliminating bacteria and other waterborne pathogens. It is an honor to fulfill the U.S. Navy's ultraviolet system needs.

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protecting whats important

SpectraLight was built on a vision that harnesses the power of ultraviolet light to shift away from chemical programs. This has meant questioning every bit of conventional wisdom. The result is a product that doesnt look like anything that has come before. And of all the conventional wisdom weve left behind in pieces, none has been shattered more fully than the belief that less and more cannot coexist. At the end of the day, its about helping our clients protect whats important.

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