Germicidal Lamps

[jeff_adelphi]

New replacement bulbs

I have found a new replacement for the old germicidal lamps used in appliances. They have the same spec's as the original but the shape is different. The new bulbs have a tubeular shape, not the globe shape, and are a little longer, check to see if they will fit the space provided in the appliance. They must be used with a ballast of some type as this is an arc lamp. Most appliances used a 40 watt light bulb in series with the germicidal lamp, others used a ballast like a flourescent lamp uses.

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[swestoyz]

Jeff -

I've had good luck with the Ushio bulb. Very high quality, MFG'd in Japan. I didn't check for clearances but I'm not sure it'd fit in a Filtrator or a Kenmore/Whirlpool dryer, due to the length (as you stated).

I noticed this distributor only sells them in box quantity, but will sell the Plusrite individually. Considering you can't go down to your local hardware store and get these - 7.55 + shipping isn't bad.

I previously went through Atlanta Light Bulbs (see link).

Ben

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[tomturbomatic]

If you go thrifting or to estate sales, keep your eyes open for Puritron air fresheners. They date from the early 60s or so. They have an ozone bulb in them; the double wide units have two. Plug in the unit to make sure the bulb works. I have bought them for as little as a dollar.