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MAIN FEATURE
Disinfecting activity based onphotocatalysts
The antimicrobial function based on the principle of photodynamics has been known since the 19th century. Its basics have been used in various fields of medicine, including dentistry, ophthalmology and cancer treatment.
The phenomenon of photodynamics uses special photocatalysts that have the ability to absorb light in the visible range of 400-700nm and effectively convert oxygen present in the air into oxygen radicals or singlet oxygen. The oxidative effect of these reactive oxygen forms is used to kill microorganisms.
The photocatalysts implemented in the production of AS-100 and AS-100 Clear tapes can produce singlet oxygen with an efficiency of up to 99%. The range of gaseous singlet oxygen is approximately 1 mm, so it is large enough to destroy all microorganisms on the surface, but also small enough not to be released uncontrolled into the surrounding space.
MAIN FEATURE
Disinfecting activity based onphotocatalysts
The antimicrobial function based on the principle of photodynamics has been known since the 19th century. Its basics have been used in various fields of medicine, including dentistry, ophthalmology and cancer treatment.
The phenomenon of photodynamics uses special photocatalysts that have the ability to absorb light in the visible range of 400-700nm and effectively convert oxygen present in the air into oxygen radicals or singlet oxygen. The oxidative effect of these reactive oxygen forms is used to kill microorganisms.
The photocatalysts implemented in the production of AS-100 and AS-100 Clear tapes can produce singlet oxygen with an efficiency of up to 99%. The range of gaseous singlet oxygen is approximately 1 mm, so it is large enough to destroy all microorganisms on the surface, but also small enough not to be released uncontrolled into the surrounding space.
Singlet oxygen causesno microbial resistance
Tested and certified
The laboratory tests showed
the effectiveness up to 99.99%
Durable
Long-lasting effect
- 12 months fo indoor use
Safe
No development of pathogen resistance
User-safe
It does not contain harmful nanoparticles and biocides
Easy to clean
Waterproof and easy to maintain
Very easy to keep clean
Dry application
Effective on dry surfaces, no moisture required
MOST EFFECTIVE ON THE MARKET
The comparison of AS-100
to other disinfection methods
AS−100 | Ag/Cu/Zn | TiO2 | UV−C | Biocides | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Effective under dry conditions | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
Effective under wet conditions | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
No developmnet of resistances | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
Activated by visible light | Yes | – | No | No | – |
Acivated by UV light | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | – |
No leaching of nanoparticles or chemicals | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
Harmless to humans | Yes | No | No | No | No |
No accelerated aging of plastics | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
Ag/Zn/Cu
TiO2
The antimicrobial effectiveness of titanium dioxide is based on the photocatalytic effect of this compound. As a result of the activation of titanium dioxide, oxygen radicals are formed that can effectively deactivate germs. However, higher reactivity of radical oxygen species causes them to attack also plastic surfaces. UV-A radiation, through which titanium dioxide is activated, also penetrates the tissue layers of skin and eye – damaging them. When using this technology, it is necessary to maintain special safety conditions.
UV-C
The antimicrobial activity of UV-C radiation is based on the induction of strand breaks in the nucleic acid chains and thus causes a bacteriostatic or virucidal effect. However, as with the use of titanium dioxide, they can only be used under specific safety conditions.
Biocides
The effectiveness of biocides like benzalkonium chloride, triclosan, isothiazolinones and chlorhexidine is based on germs “poisoning”. It is necessary to avoid any concentration of these toxic substances both in the ecosystem and in the human body.