When people think of ultraviolet light, they usually think of sunlight. But ultraviolet (UV) light actually spans a wide spectrum of wavelengths, each with unique properties. Tru-D® SmartUVC devices focus on one highly effective wavelength: 254 nanometers.
Why 254 nm Matters
- Falls within the UVC range, invisible to the naked eye.
- Provides the right energy level to inactivate microorganisms.
- Known as the “germicidal wavelength” because it can stop microorganisms from replicating.
Precision is Critical
- If UV wavelengths are less than 254 nm: Energy doesn’t penetrate effectively.
- If UV wavelengths are longer than 254 nm: Not enough energy to disrupt genetic material.
- 254 nm is the scientific “sweet spot” for maximum efficiency.
Decades of research confirm that 254 nm consistently produces the strongest impact on microorganisms. Tru-D® devices are engineered around this principle, using advanced sensors, software and design to deliver reliable and repeatable results every cycle.
Measured Dose
The Tru-D® SmartUVC portfolio of product’s cornerstone for success is the ability to measure the proper UVC dose for thorough room disinfection. A disinfecting dose of UVC is a function of time and intensity.
The Tru-D® technology will never compromise the proper time to deliver an adequate disinfecting dose to ensure microorganism reduction. Therefore, every room or space will require a different cycle time in order to ensure thorough room disinfection. For instance, a small bathroom will take less time than a larger room or a room with lots of contents. Further, even if two rooms are the same size, the contents, shape and reflective properties of the walls will likely differ. In essence, when it comes to enhanced UVC disinfection with the Tru-D® portfolio of products, no two rooms are the same.