Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
| Q: Has Pipila done any product testing? | A: Absolutely! Pipila has been labratory tested for and approved for consumer standards in the US. |
| Q: Is the bulb permanent or replaceable? | A: The bulb has a very long life, but is permanent. |
| Q: Pipila has a UV light. Does it contain mercury? | A: Mercury is the heart and soul of UV light and is necessary for the sterilization process. However, it is completely harmless and actually contains less mercury than the FDA requires (.002 ppm). It is a UV-C lamp, the lowest emission variety. |
| Q: Is it safe to dispose of Pipila in the household trash? | A: No. After life, dispose of your Pipila in a designated waste recycling point. |
| Q: Should I look directly into the lamp while it's on? | A: It is not safe to look directly into the UV lamp while it's on, as noted on a warning label inside the Pipila lid. It's also not a toy, and should only be used by adults. |
| Q: What exactly is ozone? Is it safe? | A: Ozone is a naturally occurring substance that is sometimes called "activated oxygen". It contains three atoms of oxygen (O3) instead of the usual two found in normal oxygen (O2) that is essential for life. High in the atmosphere the ozone layer is created by the action of the harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun on the oxygen atoms. At ground level the unmistakable fresh smell in the air following a thunderstorm is ozone created by the effect of the lightning discharge on the oxygen atoms. |
| Q: How does ozone work to sterilize? | A: Ozone is a very powerful oxidant because the gas molecule O3 is unstable allowing it to readily decay into O2 thereby releasing a single oxygen atom that is highly reactive. When it comes into contact with a bacteria or a virus the oxygen reacts with the cell membrane. Bacterial death is rapid and is often attributed to changes in the cell permeability. |
Q: Scientifically, how does Pipila sterilize?
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A: Emitting wavelengths in the range of 100-280nm (nanometers), the Pipila UV lamp provides a dual mechanism for sterilization. UV-C, also known as germicidal UV, is most effective at wavelengths of 250 – 260nm. Sufficient UV doses within this wavelength range function to create chemical and biological reactions within microorganisms which disturb their ability to function and reproduce, thus killing them. |
Q: Is Pipila used for medical purposes?
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A: No, Pipila is not a therapeutic or medical device. |