The Aerus Origins UV Disinfection System (part of the Origins line) is a whole-house ultraviolet (UV) water purification system designed to provide chemical-free disinfection, primarily for private well water or any supply at risk of microbial contamination. It serves as the final barrier in a water treatment setup, sterilizing water as it flows through your home's plumbing.

How It Works

Water passes through a stainless steel chamber where it's exposed to high-intensity UV-C light (254 nm wavelength) from a powerful lamp. This light penetrates the DNA of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, protozoa like Giardia/Cryptosporidium, and E. coli), disrupting their ability to reproduce and rendering them harmless—without adding chemicals or creating byproducts.

• Chemical-Free → No chlorine taste/odor, no disinfection byproducts.

• Effective → Sterilizes 99.99%+ of common waterborne pathogens.

• No Change to Water Chemistry → Doesn't remove minerals, sediments, or chemicals (pair with pre-filters/softeners for complete treatment).

• Key Features

  • High-Output Lamp — Compact yet powerful for demanding applications.

  • Smart Controller — Digital display with countdown timer, audible/visual lamp change alerts.

  • NSF/ANSI 55 Class B Certified — Validated performance for supplemental bactericidal treatment.

  • Easy Maintenance — Annual lamp replacement; quartz sleeve cleaning as needed.

  • Flow Rates — Models sized for residential use (e.g., 8–16+ GPM).

  Benefits

  • Peace of Mind — Especially valuable since ~1 in 3 private wells may have bacterial contamination (invisible/unnoticeable until tested).

  • Safe for All Ages/Pets — No chemicals = ideal for sensitive households.

  • Complements Other Systems — Often installed after sediment/carbon filters or softeners (like Aerus WC series) for full protection.

  Best For: Well water homes or any supply needing microbial disinfection without chemicals. (Not for heavily turbid water—pre-filtration required for optimal UV penetration.)