Rating of the best UV cameras for 2022

The main task of ultraviolet cameras is to provide working tools with a “clean look” after their preliminary sterilization and disinfection. There are various types of structures that are used in a particular area of ​​human life, mainly medical institutions and beauty salons. Attention is drawn to an overview of the most effective UV cameras for 2022 in various price segments from domestic and foreign companies.

Product Overview - Selection Criteria

Various UV devices are used to detect microbes, defects in working tools, which must be kept in perfect cleanliness. One of these representatives is a flaw detector - a device for detecting defects in products made of various metallic and non-metallic materials using non-destructive testing methods, as well as UV cameras, which will be discussed later.

The ultraviolet chamber prevents secondary contamination of devices by microorganisms. The design consists of supports, a glass door that does not let in UV rays, controls, devices for storing the contents of the box and a germicidal lamp that has a long life and instantaneous ability to work.

Note! About 60% of the rays are in the bactericidal spectrum.

This equipment belongs to professional equipment, it is not intended for sterilization and disinfection. The main task of the devices is to provide a clean device at the right time for the user. The mechanism is designed so that when the door is opened, the lamp stops, thereby completely protecting a person from the harmful effects of UV radiation.

Classification of installations - what are

By appointment, all devices in a given area perform the same function (by definition). They can be classified only by design parameters:

• control body: mechanical, autonomous, electromechanical;
• installation method: floor, wall, desktop, combined;
• by type of storage: with drawers, shelves, grates;
• types of supports: fixed, on wheels (mobile);
• scope of use: medical institutions or beauty salons;
• Material: metal/plastic.

Budget options - small plastic installations with drawers that are used in pedicure, manicure and hairdressing salons.

Dimensional, high-performance devices are made of metal; a sensor, buttons or a manual rotary model can act as a setting element. However, according to buyers, the best option is the autonomy of technology. In this case, you only need to start the machine and monitor the performance from time to time.

Selection tips - what to look for

When purchasing a UV camera, the question arises of how to choose the right model so that it lasts as long as possible and effectively affects the contents of the box. In order not to make mistakes when choosing, information can be found on the Internet resource. There you can get acquainted in detail with the technical base of the product, its features, price segment, as well as study customer reviews that will indicate the disadvantages of the device or their absence.

However, the following criteria must be taken into account:

• lamp power (the higher the better);
• duration of continuous work;
• for energy: minimum costs - the best option;
• storage conditions: it is desirable that the device works in the daytime (sometimes the glasses are darkened, and the boxes are made in different colors);
• which company is better.

Note! If there are different installations, then you need to monitor the temperature and humidity, which is optimal for each unit in its own way.

Which is better to buy a UV box, the user decides based on the scope of the work that he plans to perform. If this is a medical institution, then it is logical to take metal structures of a high degree of productivity.

Rating of high-quality inexpensive ultraviolet cameras for 2022

This category includes Chinese-made installations of small size, with primitive control and a price segment of up to 5 thousand rubles. The main sphere of use of devices is beauty salons, everyday life. Top Producers:

• Germix;
• "SUN";
• "Harizma".

Camera "SD-81" - Brand "Germix"

Purpose: for pre-sterilized hairdressing or manicure tools.

Description of goods: the oval ergonomically shaped unit has a spare wheel button on the left side in the form of a toggle switch, in front there is a transparent tool container of blue color, which allows you to observe the work process. It is made of a special durable material and coating that increase the radiation intensity, and disinfection of devices is carried out from all sides, and is also endowed with a self-shutdown mechanism that works when the drawer is pulled out, while the main switch does not need to be restarted. Inside the case there is a powerful bactericidal lamp, safe for human health.

Specifications:

Bulb type:	ozone-free
Scope of application:	hairdressing salons, pedicure/manicure
Parameters (centimeters):	40 - length, 24 - width, 20 - height
Net weight:	1 kg 900 g
Power:	8 W
Vendor code:	OLLZ - ​​ev101
Approximate processing time:	30-45 minutes
Color:	white + blue
What material can process:	plastic, metal, wood and others without limitation
Mains voltage:	220-240V
Guarantee:	6 months
Producing country:	China
By price:	2950 rubles

• light weight;
• compact;
• big bowl;
• long network cable;
• high level of disinfection;
• ease of operation;
• works with any materials.

• expensive.

Camera "SD-9007" - brand "SUN"

Purpose: for sterilization and safety of instruments.

Description: Rectangular device with a transparent hinged lid. The design resembles a shop window, on the back of which there is a red power button with a light indicator.

The inner box is equipped with a special reflector that ensures even distribution of UV.

For compact and convenient placement of tools, a grid is included in the set.

There is only one lamp, hidden under a cover in a special box, thereby freely allowing you to replace it if necessary.

Specifications:

Scope of application:	beauty salons, medical institutions
Parameters (centimeters):	40 - length, 31 - width, 14 - height
Processing time per download:	about 20 minutes
Power Rating:	8 W
Voltage:	200-240V
Frequency:	50 Hz
Color:	white-blue
Warranty card:	for 2 months
Producing country:	PRC
Average price:	4050 rubles

• design;
• equipment;
• comfortable;
• reliable;
• highly efficient.

• not identified.

Camera "h10439" - brand "Harizma"

This model is an improved equipment "SD-81" - the brand "Germix" (the second tier has been added). The start button is on the right side.The ultraviolet lamp burns constantly, turns off if the container is pulled out. The magnetic switch is located inside the bottom drawer box. The device provides maximum impact on the contents of the shelves, prevents the formation and contamination of microorganisms. Special housing material, protects the user from harmful radiation.

Important! You can not confuse the boxes, otherwise the installation will not work.

Specifications:

Product code:	7066
Parameters (centimeters):	40 - length, 24 - width, 34 - height
Power consumption:	9 W
Wavelength:	253.7 Nm
Lamp:	8 W
Number of cameras:	2 pcs.
Colors:	white + blue
The weight:	3 kg 850 g
Warranty card:	for a period of 6 months
What is the price:	4100 rubles

• value for money;
• productive;
• does not take up much space;
• good technical base;
• easy management.

• not identified.

Ranking of the best mid-range UV cameras for 2022

Popular models of this category belong to Russian-made commodity units, the price segment of which is up to 20 thousand rubles. They have a wide range of applications, have good technical parameters. Most often, the equipment is operated in medical institutions. Ferroplast Medical became the market leader.

Camera "KB-03-Ya-FP"

Product Description: A rectangular unit resembling a microwave oven designed to store sterile instruments. Tinted tempered glass door that blocks UV radiation and allows the operator to select the tool without opening the door.Along its entire perimeter there is a black edging, a metal handle for opening is mounted (from right to left). Above (right corner, near), there is a start button with a light indicator. The inner bottom is equipped with a steel grate for stacking cutlery. There is a metal removable tray.

Recommendations! Proper operation of the unit and maintaining the sterility of instruments requires a horizontal arrangement of objects on the grate.

You can use the technique in any medical office or beauty salon. To save space, two installation options are provided: desktop or wall (there is a special bracket).

Lighting part - bactericidal lamp, ballasts, control and indication unit. Thanks to it, you can set a timer that will notify you when the content is stored.

Specifications:

Product code:	S-7726
Overall dimensions (centimeters):	49 - length, 25 - width, 29 - height
Volume:	30 liters
The weight:	5 kg
Mounting type:	desktop/wall
Power, W):	no more than 40 - consumed, 15 - lamps
Lighting element:	TUV-15, 15 W
Mains voltage:	220 V
Frequency:	50 Hz
Color:	white + black
Storage time:	up to 7 days
Guarantee period:	1 year
Approximate cost:	10100 rubles

• compact;
• value for money;
• long-term storage of content;
• several installation options;
• wide application;
• safe.

• not identified.

Camera "KB-"Ya"-FP"

Equipment for the storage of pre-sterilized medical instruments in order to prevent their secondary contamination by microorganisms.

Appearance description: a case with a hinged raising and lowering transparent lid, installed safety glass for humans, a metal mesh for storing tools, a stand on movable supports and a shelf with one small rim.

The lighting part includes: a bactericidal lamp, ballasts, a control unit and instrumentation.

Note! Sterilization equipment requires grounding.

The control panel consists of a switch, a digital display that displays the current or total running time. Can display minutes and hours. There are light and sound indicators that warn about the start or end of the process, or count down to the start of work.

Features: the hopper controls the time with the lid open and records the total lamp operation time.

Scope of application: operating rooms, dressing rooms, examination rooms, dental rooms and other rooms where work with sterile instruments is required.

Care tips! The unit must be stored at a temperature of +10-+35 degrees with a relative humidity of 80% (at +25 degrees).

Specifications:

Type of instalation:	floor
Overall dimensions (centimeters):	125/96/60
The weight:	up to 50 kg
Wavelength:	253.7 Nm
Power, W):	40 - consumed, 30 - lamps
Voltage:	220-240W
Frequency:	50 Hz
Work continuity:	Week 1
MTBF:	1500 hours
Maximum load:	up to 100 N
Start-up time:	no more than 10 minutes
Average service life:	5 years
Price:	17800 rubles

• functional;
• reliable;
• convenient use;
• simple control;
• long service life.

• grounding is required.

Camera "KB-02-Ya-FP"

This installation is widely used in medical institutions, ensures the constant readiness for operation of instruments during their long-term storage, due to which, their secondary contamination by microorganisms is prevented.

Description: rectangular cabinet with a mechanical control panel on top, equipped with a digital display. The door opens to the left. The inner box is divided into two chambers, which are separated by a grille. For cleaning equipment, it can be removed.

Specifications:

Control type:	mechanical
Overall dimensions (centimeters):	48 - length, 32 - width, 45 - height
Net weight:	12 kg
Maximum power consumption:	up to 40 W
Lamp:	15 W
Mains voltage:	220 V
Frequency:	50 Hz
Work continuity:	7 nights
Mounting:	desktop
By cost:	11500 rubles

• design;
• capacious;
• intuitive control;
• value for money;
• compact.

• not identified.

The best ultraviolet cameras from the expensive segment for 2022

This category includes automatic installations with volumetric chambers of domestic production, which are operated only in medical institutions. They store sterile instruments for a long time, work 24/7 without interruption. Two companies became the best - "Kasimovsky Instrument Plant" and "SPDS".

Camera "UFK-4" - brand "Kasimov Instrument Plant"

Design features: a rotating grille, the possibility of hanging on a wall bracket, grilles with hooks for hanging medical instruments, tinted glass on the door.

Scope of application: any profile of medical activity. These include:

• dental offices;
• medical and preventive institutions (operating, examination, dressing);
• laboratories;
• pharmacies;
• research and medical institutions, as well as beauty salons and offices.

The fixture with a light element (from Philips) resembles a small cabinet with a door that opens from right to left, while the lamp automatically turns off. For comfortable placement of devices, there is a special rotating grill with shelves on which there are hooks (to hang surgical and orthodontic forceps, impression spoons and other devices). Above the door is a power button with light indication.

Specifications:

Vendor code:	S-10380
Parameters (centimeters):	31.5 - width, 30.9 - depth, 64.1 - height
Tray size (cm):	19,5/9/2,5
The weight:	no more than 10 kg
Lamp power:	15 W
Number of shelves:	5 pieces.
Power supply:	220 V, 50 Hz
Guarantee period:	12 months
Installation method:	desktop/wall
MTBF:	from 2500 hours
Work continuity:	168 h
Radiation decay:	by 15% after 5000 hours
Approximate price:	27500 rubles

• productive;
• takes up little space;
• democratic price;
• the possibility of long-term storage;
• thoughtful design to the smallest detail;
• two installation options;
• wide scope.

• not identified.

Camera "UFK-1" - brand "Kasimov Instrument Plant"

Design features: electronic control system for maintaining sterility, supports on wheels, box design eliminates the possibility of liquids getting inside during cleaning (disinfectant solutions), the grid has 4 times more capacity compared to shelves with a UV lamp.

Unit on wheels with a glass hemispherical lifting lid, equipped with a container shelf, which is located between the supports. The top box is used to handle sterile items in establishments/institutions where they are in demand.

The lower shelf is made of stainless steel, the frame is well welded and will last a long time, and the base structure is made with the most advanced technology and will prevent secondary contamination by microorganisms.

The equipment is in 24 hour use, providing the readiness of medical instruments overnight. The lamp does not produce ozone, and when the lid is lifted, it closes, thereby preventing the passage of direct UV rays to the contents of the box. The lid of the structure is designed so that the sterile air inside the chamber and the non-sterile air outside do not come into contact with each other.

Specifications:

Overall dimensions (centimeters):	97/63,2/118
The weight:	33 kg
Power, W):	40 - consumed, 30 - lamps
Storage:	Week 1
Mains power:	220 V with a frequency of 50 Hz
Wavelength:	254 nm
Average service life:	8 thousand hours
MTBF:	2.5 thousand hours
Number of grids:	5 units
Radiation decay:	less than 15% after 5 thousand hours
Installation:	free standing
What is the price:	39600 rubles

• ease of operation;
• highly efficient;
• capacious;
• comfortable;
• with precise localization;
• long service life;
• wide application.

• expensive.

Camera "1-K" - brand "SPDS"

Design features: the presence of a trolley on wheels with a shelf on which the camera is installed.

The design is made of metal coated with a polymer-powder layer. The transparent polycarbonate door provides 100% UV protection. The lower shelf (on supports) is made of chipboard. The grids in the box are made of stainless steel.

Lighting part: bactericidal lamp, control unit + ballasts. There is a display, light indicators.

Care Tips! The outer part is wiped with disinfectants, the inner part - with a solution of hydrogen peroxide (6%).

Specifications:

Type of instalation:	floor
Volume:	125 liters
Dimensions:	94/57/122
The weight:	32 kg
Wavelength:	153.7 nm
Number of grids:	4 things.
Permissible load (uniform) on gratings:	not less than 100 N
Resource:	9 thousand hours
Lamp:	30 W
Power consumption:	35 W
Continuous work:	Week 1
Recommended start-up time:	no more than 10 minutes
Mains voltage:	220 V with a frequency of 50 Hz
MTBF:	from 500 cycles
Average service life:	5 years
Material:	brushed stainless steel
Warranty card:	for 1 year
By cost:	35500 rubles

• high quality;
• reliable;
• extended service life;
• ease of operation;
• effective;
• roomy.

• price.

Conclusion

The function of milestone cameras is the same, but the technical base and capabilities are different.The cost of devices is formed on the basis of their design features and work efficiency, which is influenced by the characteristic indicators of equipment. The table shows the best UV camera models with their brief description for 2022.

Table "The Best UV Cameras for 2022"

Brand line:	Manufacturer:	Lamp power (W):	Installation method:	Average price (rubles):
"SD-81"	"Germix"	8	desktop	2950
"SD-9007"	SUN	8	desktop	4050
"h10439"	"Harizma"	8	desktop	4100
"KB-03-Ya-FP"	"Ferroplast Medical"	15	desktop/wall	10100
"KB-"I"-FP"	"Ferroplast Medical"	30	floor	17800
"KB-02-Ya-FP"	"Ferroplast Medical"	15	desktop	11500
"UFK-4"	"Kasimov Instrument Plant"	15	desktop/wall	27500
"UFK-1"	"Kasimov Instrument Plant"	30	floor/wall	39600
"1 TO"	"SPD"	30	floor	35500

Conclusion! Popularity in the inexpensive segment was won by Chinese firms, in the medium and expensive segment by Russian ones. Inexpensive cameras are most often used in beauty salons (they are small in size), expensive cameras are used in medical institutions.