PurAire Universal Replacement Bipolar Ionisation Tubes – Compatible with AtmosAir
PurAire Universal DBD Glass Bipolar Ionisation Tubes: Same or Better Performance Than AtmosAir at a Much Lower Cost
Bipolar ionization is an advanced, proactive air purification technology that mimics nature's cleansing processes, such as the fresh air after a thunderstorm. It works by generating billions of positively and negatively charged ions (primarily oxygen ions) and releasing them into indoor spaces, typically through HVAC systems, FCU's or dedicated units.
In PurAire's Glass DBD (Dielectric Barrier Discharge) tube-based systems, air flows over specialized glass ionization tubes. A high-voltage electrical field creates a safe, cold plasma corona discharge along the tubes. This energetic charge excites and splits oxygen molecules in the air, producing positive ions (which have lost an electron) and negative ions (which have gained an extra electron). These oppositely charged ions are then dispersed into the ambient air.
Once released, the ions actively seek out and attach to airborne contaminants. They cluster around particles like dust, pollen, smoke, and aerosols, causing them to agglomerate into larger clumps that are easier for filters to capture or that simply fall out of breathing zones. More importantly, the ions disrupt pathogens on contact: they can rupture bacterial cell walls by stripping hydrogen, alter viral protein coats to prevent infection, and break down volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and odours at the molecular level.
The key benefits include significant reductions in odours (e.g., tobacco, mould, mildew, urine, cooking), VOCs, allergens, fine particles (PM2.5), bacteria, mould spores, and viruses (including strains like COVID-19 and influenza). This results in cleaner, fresher indoor air without relying on traditional HEPA filters, fragrances, Ozone or chemicals—making it especially effective in humid climates like Singapore, where mould and odours thrive.
Replacement tubes are essential because, like any high-energy component, the ionization tubes gradually degrade over time due to continuous plasma exposure and electrical stress. Their efficiency drops after the rated lifespan (typically around 17,000 hours for PurAire models), reducing ion output and purification performance.
Regular replacement ensures consistent, optimal air quality, prevents diminished results, and maintains the system's safety and effectiveness. Using high-quality universal replacements like PurAire's glass DBD tubes keeps your investment performing at peak levels safely and affordably.
Choose PurAire replacement tubes for:
- Universal compatibility with leading bipolar ionisers including AtmosAir
- Long-lasting performance (17,000 hours)
- Significant cost savings (up to 50% less than AtmosAir Tubes) without sacrificing quality
- Safety - unlike AtmosAir's multicore composite tubes, our glass tubes do not burn, melt or catch fire
Our GLASS Tubes will not melt or burn like these "name brand" tubes
Our Glass Ionisation Tubes will replace all of these AtmosAir Tubes