{"product_id":"tmc-vecton-titan-850-uv-sterilizer","title":"TMC Vecton Titan 850 UV Sterilizer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal-clear water and fewer waterborne pests.\u003c\/strong\u003e The TMC Vecton Titan 850 is a high-performance UV sterilizer that clears green water and knocks down free-floating parasites, bacteria, and algae spores as water passes the UV lamp. TMC's photocatalytic Titan lining makes it about 1.3 times more effective than a standard UV unit, so it does more while using less energy. Rated for aquariums up to 224 gallons, fresh or salt. Round out your maintenance kit from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003ewater care\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotocatalytic Titan inner lining, about 1.3 times more effective than a standard UV and more energy efficient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 W UV lamp targets green-water algae, parasites, and waterborne pathogens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpact-resistant translucent polycarbonate body with a UV shield to protect your eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-stage hosetails fit flexible hose from 1\/2 to 1-1\/4 inch, held by screw-on collars for easy servicing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpposing inlet and outlet plus an included elbow for flexible plumbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIPX4 rated and backed by a 3-year guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;margin:6px 0 4px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eTMC (Tropical Marine Centre)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eVecton Titan 850\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eUV lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e25 W (G25T8), 27 W total draw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eMax aquarium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e850 L (about 224 US gallons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eMax flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e2,550 L\/h (about 674 US GPH)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eHose fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e1\/2 to 1-1\/4 in, 4-stage hosetails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eBody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eImpact-resistant polycarbonate, IPX4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater and saltwater aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eMade in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eUnited Kingdom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSetup and Flow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlumb it inline after your filter on the return, or run it from a dedicated pump or powerhead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch flow to the job: slower flow for parasite control, faster flow for clearing green water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRun the UV lamp continuously and replace it about once a year to keep full output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the unit so you never look directly at the lamp, the built-in UV shield helps protect your eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003ePair It With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dedicated return pump or powerhead to push water through the unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter media from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/filter-media-cartridges\"\u003efilter media\u003c\/a\u003e range for mechanical and chemical polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatments from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/medication\"\u003emedication\u003c\/a\u003e range when managing an active outbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a UV sterilizer do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt clears green water and reduces free-floating parasites, bacteria, and algae spores as water passes the lamp, leaving the tank clearer and healthier. It works alongside your filter rather than replacing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size tank is it for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAquariums up to about 224 US gallons (850 litres), fresh or salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a separate pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Vecton is an inline unit, so run it off your filter return or a dedicated pump or powerhead. Slower flow improves parasite control, faster flow clears green water more quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I replace the lamp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout once a year. UV output fades before the lamp stops lighting, so annual replacement keeps it working at full strength.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TMC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48304630825179,"sku":"5216","price":245.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_ca3688f0-d07b-4515-ab3b-2f6f51dfcd2b.jpg?v=1772119213","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/tmc-vecton-titan-850-uv-sterilizer","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}