{"product_id":"tetrapond-replacement-uv-bulb-for-uv3-uvc-36-36-watt-white-1-count","title":"TetraPond Replacement UV Bulb for UV3 \u0026 UVC-36 – 36-Watt, White, 1 Count","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eKeep your pond water looking clear with the TetraPond replacement UV bulb designed for the GreenFree UV Clarifier. This 36-watt bulb is compatible with UV3 and UVC-36 units and is suitable for ponds up to 8,800 gallons. With an expected life of about 8,000 hours, plan to replace the bulb after roughly 11 months of continuous operation. Even if the bulb still glows, its effectiveness can diminish with time, so annual replacement helps maintain algae control as seasons change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWithin the GreenFree UV Clarifier, ultraviolet light targets suspended algae as water passes through the chamber. This exposure disrupts the reproductive ability of single-celled algae, contributing to clearer water and a reduction in heavy bloom events when paired with your pond’s filtration system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey benefits at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReplacement bulb for the GreenFree UV Clarifier to support algae control in ponds up to 8,800 gallons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUltraviolet exposure helps limit the reproductive capacity of algae for clearer water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptimized 36-watt design for compatible TetraPond units (UV3 and UVC-36).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh efficiency with an approximate 8,000-hour life for planning maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConvenient viewing window to confirm the bulb is operating inside the clarifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance and installation tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReplace the bulb at the end of each pond season to sustain algae control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDon’t rely on brightness alone; the bulb’s algae-fighting effectiveness declines over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure proper installation within the TetraPond GreenFree UV Clarifier (clarifier not included).\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse in conjunction with regular pond filtration and routine maintenance for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat you’re getting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOne 36-watt replacement UV bulb compatible with UV3 and UVC-36 clarifiers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned to help maintain clear, algae-free water when used as part of the GreenFree system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is this bulb used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Replacement bulb for TetraPond GreenFree UV Clarifier (UV3\/UVC-36) to help algae control in ponds up to 8,800 gallons; not included with clarifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long does the bulb last and when should I replace it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: About 8,000 hours of continuous operation; replace after roughly 11 months for sustained algae control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Tetra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45788238905530,"sku":"B00474BFXQ","price":87.08,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/tetrapond-replacement-uv-bulb-clarifier.jpg?v=1776500925","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/tetrapond-replacement-uv-bulb-for-uv3-uvc-36-36-watt-white-1-count","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}