Use of Quartz Lamps in Veterinary Medicine for Disinfection of Premises and Equipment

• Introduction
• How is quartz used in veterinary medicine and clinics?
• Precautions for using quartz lamps in veterinary medicine
• How to choose a quartz lamp?
• Why choose Bactosfera products

Veterinary disinfection — is a set of measures aimed at creating healthy living conditions for cattle, poultry, and other domestic animals. Agricultural facilities, including animal premises, require disinfection in two cases: for disease prevention and for elimination if a disease has already occurred. In the first case, preventive measures are taken, and in the second — therapeutic ones. 

How is quartz used in veterinary medicine and clinics?

Quartz is used in veterinary practice due to its antiseptic properties, which help effectively combat bacteria, viruses, and fungi. The most common applications of quartz in veterinary facilities include:

1. Disinfection of premises.

Ultraviolet radiation emitted by quartz lamps is used to sterilize the air and surfaces in animal facilities such as clinics, quarantine zones, and operating rooms. This device effectively destroys pathogenic microorganisms such as diphtheria bacillus, intestinal infections, tuberculosis, enterococcus, streptococcus, and staphylococcus. Modern bactericidal quartz lamps available on the market today offer significantly longer ultraviolet wavelengths and can cover a wider area. As a result, they effectively eliminate various microbes, fungi, and mold, helping to eradicate pathogens and prevent the spread of infections.

2. Instrument sterilization.

Quartz lamps can be used to sterilize medical instruments such as scalpels, tweezers, and other tools used in veterinary practice. Ultraviolet lamps are highly effective at killing microorganisms on the surface of these instruments.

3. Treatment of skin diseases.

In some cases, ultraviolet radiation generated by quartz lamps is used as an additional method for treating skin diseases in animals. It helps treat infections, fungal diseases, eczema, and dermatitis by promoting healing of inflammation and accelerating skin recovery. Additionally, this equipment can relieve joint inflammation. Bactericidal quartz lamps also help speed up the healing of wounds, burns, and post-surgical stitches.

4. Treatment in quarantine zones.

Quartz lamps are widely used to disinfect the air and create sterile conditions in quarantine zones for new or sick animals. This prevents the spread of infections among healthy individuals.

Ultraviolet radiation is also actively used for preventive purposes, as it helps eliminate bacteria, viruses, and fungi in the air, creating a cleaner and safer environment for animals.

Precautions for using quartz lamps in veterinary medicine

As practice shows, bactericidal quartz lamps can be safely used in veterinary facilities where animals and staff are present. This type of equipment does not pose a threat, as the level of harmful radiation is only slightly higher than that of regular daylight and does not negatively affect the health of people or animals.

However, prolonged exposure to the lamp or looking directly at the light source without protection may cause corneal burns due to the effects of ultraviolet rays.

To avoid the negative impact of UV light, it is recommended to exclude the presence of people in the irradiation area while the device is in operation. After disinfection is complete, the room should be thoroughly ventilated.

How to choose a quartz lamp?

The choice of disinfection equipment depends on the room size and ceiling height. For standard rooms with ceilings from 2.5 to 3 meters, consider the following power parameters:

• For rooms of 15–20 m², a 15 W UV lamp is optimal.
• For areas of 20–35 m², it is better to use a 30 W lamp.
• If the area is 35 to 50 m², a 36 W lamp is recommended.

For large, spacious rooms, it is advisable to install stationary wall-mounted quartz lamps evenly along the perimeter for effective air disinfection.

Why choose Bactosfera products

You can order a bactericidal quartz lamp from the official Bactosfera online store. You can check all the technical specifications of the devices and find out the price of medical equipment on the product page. Delivery of not only quartz lamps but also other equipment is available throughout Kyiv and to other regions of Ukraine. Feel free to contact our managers with any questions — they will provide quick and informative assistance and help you choose the right product.