Ozone( O₃ ) is an unstable compound generated by the exposure of oxygen molecules to a high energy electrical discharge. The weak bond holding ozone’s third oxygen atom is what causes the molecule to be unstable and thus, very effective.

At -112 ⁰C, it is a dark blue liquid, at -215 ⁰C de ise black-blue crystal.

Table - 1 : Comparison of Ozone vs Oxygen

An electrical discharge (a spark) splits an oxygen molecule into two oxygen atoms. (Electrical discharge is also referred to as corona discharge.) These unstable oxygen atoms combine with other oxygen molecules. This combination forms ozone.

Lightning strikes the ground 100-times a second on the earth. This is how mother nature produces ozone to destroy odors and contaminants.

Ozone is a powerful oxidant capable of reaction with numerous chemical groups. Ozone has been used to inactivate microorganisms on foods, disinfect food processing operations and in water sterilization.

Table - 2 : Oxidizing Potential of Several Disinfectants

Ozone Gas

1. Glass
2. Teflon
3. Stainless Steel

   Ozonated Water

1. Stainless Steel
2. PVC
3. Concrete
4. FRP
5. Plexiglass
6. Teflon
7. Glass

    

   Connection and Side Equipment

1. Stainless Steel
2. Kalrez
3. Kynar
4. Teflon
5. Viton