TYVOX air sterilizer provides five layers of protection, effectively filtering toxins and killing bacteria.
With its three-speed fan, this product sucks in dirty air and uses its advanced three-layer filtration system to effectively eliminate PM2.5, formaldehyde, dust mites, mold spores, and other airborne allergens. The high-energy UV-C ultraviolet light and nano photocatalyst technology also work together to sterilize, deodorize, and purify the air.
If you’re a first-time buyer of an air purifier, this is a must-read. Don’t worry, we won’t hold anything back in this easy-to-follow tutorial.
The features of TYVOX air sterilizer
Low power consumption, saving you money.
Medical-grade HEPA filter captures 99.9% of dust and bacteria in the air.
Activated carbon filter targets air deodorization and odor elimination.
UVC ultraviolet light kills harmful bacteria without causing secondary pollution or leaving toxic substances.
Nano photocatalyst technology effectively combats SARS and COVID-19.
Intelligent LED indicator reminds you when to replace the clean filter.
What is UVC LED?
UV LEDs are divided into three types: UV-A LED: 320-400nm wavelength, UV-B LED: 280-320nm wavelength, UV-C LED: 200-280nm wavelength
UV sterilization destroys bacteria’s DNA with high energy, causing them to be unable to repair themselves and die. UV light can be harmful to humans, so please be careful not to expose yourself to UV light directly or stare at it.
UVC ultraviolet light is a high-energy beam that should not be directly exposed to the human body. TYVOX air sterilizer stores UV light inside the machine and disinfects and sterilizes bacteria brought into the machine through the air flow.
How to filter suspended particles and eliminate odors?
The air purifier operates by driving airflow through the filter, trapping harmful substances in the air. The type of suspended particle intercepted by the filter varies with the filter level.
Common functions of air purifiers include:
Removing suspended particles in the air (TYVOX air sterilizer uses HEPA high-efficiency filter, and the higher the filter level, the better the ability to intercept suspended particles).
Removing odors/TVOC in the air (TYVOX air sterilizer uses activated carbon filter, and the larger the contact area of activated carbon, the better the effect).
What is PM2.5?
PM2.5, also known as Fine Particulate Matters, refers to particles with aerodynamic diameters smaller than 2.5μm (micrometers) suspended in the air (PM10 refers to particles with diameters of 10 micrometers or less).
PM2.5 particles can penetrate directly into the blood through the lungs, causing pneumonia (cancer), asthma, respiratory, and cardiovascular diseases. Since the diameter of a human hair is about 40-80 μm, PM2.5 particles cannot be seen with the naked eye. TYVOX’s exclusive and powerful filtration system (pre-filter, medical-grade HEPA filter, and activated carbon filter) can effectively remove 99% of suspended particles.
What is CASR stand for?
CASR stands for Clean Air Supply Rate and refers to the amount of clean air that a device, such as an air purifier, can provide per minute, measured in cubic meters per minute (m³/min). It is a measure of the device’s efficiency in providing clean air to a room. In Taiwan, BSMI has implemented new regulations in 2023 that require air purifiers to be energy-efficient, with energy efficiency ratings based on CASR values divided by operating power.
How to detect the air quality?
To detect air quality, you can use a PM2.5 air quality monitor such as the PM-1053, which measures the concentration of fine particulate matter in the air in micrograms per cubic meter (μg/m³).
What is electrostatic dust collection?
Electrostatic dust collection is a method of removing dirt and pollution from the air by using electrostatic adsorption. Substances in the air become charged and are then attracted to negatively charged “dust collection plates” to be removed. Air purifiers use high voltage to create a negative charge on the dust collection plate behind them, which enhances the effectiveness of the adsorption process. To further improve the adsorption effect, most air purifiers have a “charging electrode” in front that makes particles positively charged.
However, electrostatic dust collection has some disadvantages:
Filtering efficiency issue
Electrostatic dust collection works based on the “adsorption” principle, and its collection efficiency decreases with higher wind speed (collection efficiency is inversely proportional to wind speed). Therefore, to improve the adsorption efficiency, the accompanying fan efficiency of electrostatic dust collection is often lower in CADR (clean air delivery rate). Moreover, electrostatic dust collection is not efficient in removing odors and requires other filtering technologies (such as activated carbon), which still require filters.
Ozone generation issue
High voltage discharge inevitably generates ozone, but reducing the voltage will also reduce the collection efficiency. This is a problem that electrostatic dust collection has to face. After the electrodes are used for a period of time and oxidized, more ozone will be produced. Accumulation of excessive ozone is harmful to the human body and can cause asthma and other problems.
Cleaning issue
Once the electrostatic dust collection plate starts working, its efficiency will decrease as the amount of adsorption increases. For Taiwan’s air quality, it is usually recommended to clean the dust collection plate every two weeks and at least not exceed one month.
What is a HEPA filter?
According to the international standard ISO 29463, filters are divided into three types: EPA/HEPA/ULPA. The most commonly seen specification on the market is the HEPA filter. A HEPA H13 filter can filter out more than 99.95% of 0.3µm suspended particles in the air. Filters are made up of many fibers, with more fibers being used for higher grades. When in use, the air flows around the fibers and the suspended particles in the air are trapped on the fibers, achieving air purification. When too many particles block the filter, it will affect the suction power of the air purifier and reduce its ability to purify the air. Therefore, regular replacement of the filter is necessary.
What happens if you don’t replace filters?
Air purifiers on the market that do not require filter replacement claim to use “electrostatic dust collection” to collect dust, but this leads to two major disadvantages: “low efficiency” and “ozone generation” (refer to the above-mentioned disadvantages of electrostatic dust collection). Therefore, the TYVOX sterilizing air purifier uses intelligent indicator lights to remind users to replace the clean filter. TYVOX, breathe better!
What is activated carbon?
Usage: to remove various odors and organic gases, effectively improving indoor air quality. Activated carbon can be used to remove the following compounds: volatile and semi-volatile organic matter, benzene, toluene, xylene, acetone, phenol, dimethyl phosphate, styrene, gasoline, diesel smoke, solvents, oil, pesticides, paint, fiberglass, halogenated hydrocarbons, dichloromethane, chloroform, smoke, odor compounds, hydrogen sulfide, mercaptans, anisole, tar, nicotine, cigarette odor, stagnant water, kitchen odors.
