Will a UV sterilizer remove tannins?

[*KrAmEr*]

Just wondering because Ive never heard anyone recomend using one to remove the tannins...

 

[Lonewolfblue]

Nope, does not remove tannins. Only carbon and water changes does.

 

[ammerman19]

Nope, does not remove tannins. Only carbon and water changes does.

 

[*KrAmEr*]

Oh alright then so UV sterilizers arent really good for anything in an aquarium?

 

[beblondie]

Sure they have uses
green water
prpoerly flow rated they can help control parasites

both the above can be done cheaper tho with proper aquarium management

 

[WyldFya]

They have uses. They can be used to keep unicellular alga down. They can keep parasites in check like anne said, and they can keep your planted tank screwed as they will break up some nutrients into a form that plants cannot use.

 

[aropal]

It might seem peculiar but Ozone which is often used instead of a UV steriliser will break down tannins.

 

[12 Volt Man]

yes, ozone is used to control taste and odour problems in water treatement, and will oxidize the tannic acids.

 

[Raul-7]

Most people who have added a UV sterilizer comment on the fact that it makes their water clearer.