UV222 Material Airlock

UV222 Material Airlock

Ensure equipment decontamination during transfer

Transferring equipment between cleanroom zones is a critical point of vulnerability in contamination control. The UV222 Material Airlock is designed to address this challenge by providing a validated, chemical-free decontamination process for materials and equipment – ranging from small tools to large vessels – before entering higher-grade cleanroom zones.

By utilising Far-UVC (222 nm) light, the system ensures rapid microbial decontamination of both air and exposed surfaces without damaging sensitive materials or generating particles. Unlike traditional methods, there is no need for chemical residues or manual handling, making the airlock an ideal solution for GMP-compliant workflows.

 

Description

Key Benefits:

  • Rapid, residue-free decontamination of equipment surfaces using scientifically documented UV222 technology.
  • Non-damaging to materials, ensuring no degradation of plastics, metals or coatings over time.
  • No particle generation, preserving ISO 14644 cleanroom classifications.
  • Integrated barrier function, preventing cross-contamination between cleanroom zones.
  • Optimised for large equipment, including vessels, carts and tools used in sterile production environments.

Use Cases:

The UV222 Material Airlock is particularly suited to:

  • Pharmaceutical production where cleanroom zoning and aseptic workflows are critical.
  • High-grade manufacturing facilities adhering to Annex 1 guidelines and contamination control strategies (CCS).

How It Works:

The airlock utilises excimer-based Far-UVC lamps strategically placed to cover equipment surfaces from multiple angles. As equipment enters the chamber, a preset cycle activates the UV222 light to inactivate microorganisms in seconds. The process is fully automated, ensuring consistent results with minimal operator involvement.

 

Far UVC lamp certification logos

 

Specifications

Light source Krypton chloride excimer lamp
Wave length 222 nm
Average irradiance (at centre) 250 µW/cm² †
Dose in 15 min. (at centre) 225 mJ/cm² †
Input voltage 85-305V AC 50/60 Hz
Mode 15 min. duty cycle or until stopped by user †
Max power consumption 2.1 kW
Dimensions – inside L150 x W120 x H80 cm (5.9 x 3.9 x 2.8 ft) †
Dimensions – outside L220 x W150 x H110 cm (7.2 x 5.9 x 3.6 ft) †
Operating temperature 0° to +50° C (32° to 122° F)

 

 

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