LSE Lighting 140020-001-R UV Replacement Bulb for ActivTek Induct 2000 HVAC

Has worked perfectly for about a month so far, but just to be completely clear, this a bare bulb without honeycomb or aluminum shell; you need both to operate it, which can be salvaged from the old bulb. It's aftermarket, and it isn't quite plug-and-play. Installation is a bit annoying but straightforward enough and inexpensive. Cut power at the breaker and at the furnace. After removing the original assembly from the vent, I unscrewed the bulb housing and pulled it off enough to grip the ceramic base and pull the old bulb out. The housing can't be fully removed while the bulb is plugged in. The bulb was a very snug fit but wiggled free. Once separated, I had to drill out one aluminum pop rivet from the aluminum sheet that folds around the honeycomb. Then I bent back the aluminum on one side enough to push the bulb through from the bottom out that side. Installation is essentially the reverse, requiring no other modifications. It's a somewhat delicate process, and clean gloves help in case you accidentally touch the bulb (I did), but I imagine most could handle it just fine. I also shifted the old O-rings onto the ceramic end of the new bulb, which doesn't come with them. I don't know that they're critical parts, but they may reduce movement within the housing. The aluminum housing remained bent, and I didn't bother to replace the rivet. But the screws for attaching the bulb housing to the full assembly keep it in place. UPDATE, 1/1/2018: It still appears to be functioning, as the excessively bright blue/violet indicator light is still on (not sure if it's an active LED or passive window leaking light from the UV bulb). I can't personally vouch for any effect of the UV system at all (or any UV system). I have since learned that the metals used in the honeycomb are active ingredients in air scrubbing systems, so I can't say whether reuse changes effectiveness outside of the first few days using a new unit. Surface area is low at this scale, however, so I doubt it matters much.

Worked great. UV light is now on. Bulbs that were sent were identical to what was already in my units. AC guy wanted $700 to replace both of my lights. All I had to do was unscrew the air scrubber unit and then unscrew the two screws that’s held in the honeycomb assembly. Mine had a red rubber washer around the base of the bulb on the inside. Wiggled the bulb until I could pull it out. Don’t do this too hard because you don’t want to break the old bulb. Mine also had a black foam piece to support the light. I found it was easiest to plug in the bulb first, then position the foam in the back of the unit and finally place the honeycomb back horizontally so the foam wouldn’t fall out of place. Screwed everything back in and the UV light came back on. So simple and saved a ton of money. Can’t believe the markup the AC companies charge to replace. Replacing the bulb only is a harder job than replacing the entire honeycomb assembly and it took about 5 min each to replace. We’ll see how long the bulbs work for, but for now I’m very satisfied. My air scrubbers are ActiveTek Induct 2000.

Smooth transaction. Just as promised.

Our air scrubber woks awesome

I have been buying this bulb for a few years now and they work great. I do wish that once the bulb was used it would turn red as the other bulbs that i have purchased. Good value and quick shipping.

I can't believe I paid so much for this replacement bulb in the past. Other reviewers are citing a $300 cost. I paid $400 for a friend (who runs an HVAC business) to replace this bulb. Really, it's simple: four screws to remove the unit. Two screws to remove the spent bulb and replace it with the new one. The hardest time I had was in inserting the bulb while holding the housing. I eventually decided to plug it in first, then secure the housing with the two screws. Anyway, thanks to the seller and to all who led me to feeling more self-sufficient! P.S. VERY IMPORTANT: Turn the power off to your furnace unit before installing the bulb or you'll damage your eyes. UPDATE: It's been over four years since I replaced the bulb the last time and it ran just fine. I used the same method I used before and it made this new replacement easy as well. Grateful for the free market in making this replacement bulb affordable and easy to procure!

The bulb needed replacing in my air scrubber and the local heating company that carries this wanted a fortune to replace ...boy they were shocked that I found the same bulb for $100s less ..it fits and works perfectly. ...on and since then the technician came back and asked me where I got it so he could get one for his home ...the company only gave him $50 off their retail price...seller was quick with delivery

Saved a ton of money. I called ActivTek after I had my light installed a year ago and inquired about a replacement bulb. They told me that it would cost $300 through the HVAC supplier who installed my light. I laughed and said that they've got to be kidding. I knew that it would be a matter of time before a low cost replacement would be available after all they're only UV lamps. It's not as if it's unique technology but it irritates me when these suppliers try to pull a scam on people who don't know better.I don't begrudge making a profit but not that kind of profit. I think I'll order another as a replacement for next year. The only thing that's different is that you have to remove the upper O ring which can't be replaced unless you bend open the tabs on the aluminum honeycomb cage. The light seems secure enough when plugged in with out the upper O ring. However, I've seen sites where you can but the whole assembly for about $200.