Ozone generators are devices that convert oxygen (O₂) into ozone (O₃) through a simple yet powerful process. These machines take oxygen from various sources like ambient air, dry air, or concentrated oxygen, and use energy to transform it into ozone. The process begins when energy is applied to oxygen molecules (O₂), causing the oxygen atoms to separate. These atoms then temporarily combine with other oxygen molecules to form ozone (O₃).
Ozone is a highly effective purifier used for both water disinfection and air purification. Ozone generators come in a range of sizes, from compact, hand-held units to large-scale industrial machines that can produce several hundred grams of ozone per hour. While the operation of small units is relatively straightforward, industrial ozone generators require very clean, dry air or pure oxygen, and feature a specialized corona cell to generate high concentrations of ozone efficiently.
Ozone generators work by utilizing this energy-driven transformation of oxygen into ozone, which is then used for cleaning, sterilizing, and deodorizing both air and water in a variety of settings.