Hard Choices: UVC Light Decontamination of Plastic Surfaces

Download this application note to learn more about the UVC decontamination of different plastic surfaces

The germicidal effect of ultraviolet-C (UVC) light has proven effective as a no-touch, fast, and residue-free solution against microorganisms and biomolecules. UVC disinfection and decontamination is dependent on the material and contaminant being subject to treatment. This application note compares partial RNase A inactivation (as a model ) with identical UVC
light doses on two surfaces to identify differences in material susceptibility to UV light. 278 nm was the wavelength chosen due to its effects on proteins shown in previous Phoseon studies . By comparing UVC decontamination rates in common manufacturing plastics, we can achieve the most effective dose in each material.