253.7nm UV Shoe Sanitizer with 3 Timer Modes
Features
253.7nm UV for Shoe Interiors
yoyo-uv US-001 is a small UV shoe sanitizer meant for refreshing the footwear interiors after workouts, working hours, traveling, or regular wear. The shoe sanitizer utilizes a 10W E17 UV bulb that works at 253.7nm wavelength. The slim 104 × 36mm shoe sanitizer shape fits inside suitable sneakers, dress shoes, athletics footwear, and boots.
Shoes have spaces that may retain moisture, sweat residue, or odors which are hard to clean with common methods. Placing the device inside a shoe directs the ultraviolet light towards the lining, toe area, heel part, and other inner surfaces of the footwear.
Coverage may be uneven due to seams, insoles, folds, curved materials, and other internal elements.
Three Different Operating Cycles
The shoe sanitizer features three different operating modes: 15 min, 30 min, and 1 hour. Having a clear operating cycle allows users to develop a regular footwear care routine and reduces the necessity to constantly control time.
The 15-minutes mode is perfect for a quick refresh. The 30 minutes and 1 hour modes offer extended cycles for larger or boots or footwear that has been used for a long period of time.
The treatment effect depends on multiple factors such as UV intensity, state of a lamp, distance, shoe material, internal geometry, and the quantity of ultraviolet light reaching each surface.
10W Lamp and Moisture Management Ability
The shoe sanitizer has a 10W E17 lamp. In addition to producing ultraviolet light, the operating lamp generates mild heat that helps with light moisture management and improves the freshness of the footwear interior.
This product is intended for use only with lightly moist or aired footwear and not with dripping wet shoes. It should not be considered as an alternative to washing, physical cleaning, and proper drying of heavily wet footwear.
Heavy wet footwear needs to be properly dried before UV cycle starts.
360 Degree Interior Coverage Design
Interior placement design allows placing the source of light inside the shoe and not outside of it. Such placement allows for broad interior coverage from heel to toe and better ability of UV shoe sanitizer to cover hard-to-reach areas.
To ensure maximum coverage:
- Open the shoe tongue and loosen the laces.
- Remove loose insoles when possible.
- Place the device correctly.
- Prevent the lamp from being covered by fabric and other materials.
- Choose the right cycle for the shoe size and state.
The term 360-degree coverage describes the intention of the product to cover the whole interior. A numerical claim of coverage should be based on UV intensity mapping of representative footwear interiors.
Multiple Voltage Range
The specified input voltage range is 85–260V and includes an adapter. This wide input range makes the product suitable for multiple markets on condition that the adapter, plug type, product labeling, and local electrical standards match those of the destination market.
Use only supplied or approved adapters. Disconnect the shoe sanitizer before inspecting, cleaning, storing, or servicing the device.
Do not use the product with damaged cables, loose plugs, cracked housing, exposed wiring, or modified electrical components.
Small Packaging Size for Retail and Wholesale
The product is 104 × 36mm and the retail packaging is 204 × 163 × 51mm. The specified net weight is 470g.
Each pack contains:
- 1 × shoe sanitizer
- 1 × Adapter
The bulk packaging is specified as 36 pieces per carton. However, the information on cartons specifies 17.9 pieces per carton. The measurement unit has not been identified.
Make sure that the term 17.9 indicates either kilogram, gross carton weight, net carton weight, or any other packaging measure before publishing the shipping information.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | yoyo-uv |
| Model No. | US-001 |
| Product Type | UV Shoe Sanitizer |
| Light Source | E17 UV bulb |
| Wavelength | 253.7nm |
| Power | 10W |
| Voltage | 85–260V |
| Operating Modes | 15 minutes, 30 minutes, and 1 hour |
| Product Size | 104 × 36mm |
| Package Size | 204 × 163 × 51mm |
| Net Weight | 470g |
| Carton Quantity | 36 pcs/carton |
| Additional Carton Data | 17.9/carton; unit to be confirmed |
| Package Included | Shoe sanitizer + adapter |
Product Applications
The UV shoe sanitizer can be used to perform several controlled footwear treatment routines if utilized in accordance with the product guidelines.
Everyday Sneakers and Casual Shoes
Apply the UV shoe sanitizer as part of the everyday cleanliness routine to maintain sneaker and casual shoe freshness. Remove visible debris and make sure excessive moisture is dried up before operating the device.
Athletic and Gym Footwear
The UV shoe sanitizer can be used for compatible running, training, cycling, court, and other sports footwear after workout sessions.
The timed operation can facilitate gymnasiums, sports teams, fitness centers, and individual athletes’ frequent shoe care routine.
Work Shoes and Boots
The workers can examine the utility of the device to take care of safety shoes, warehouse shoes, service industry shoes, and compatible work boots.
Deeper footwear might require a careful product placement and extended time selection to ensure better light distribution inside the footwear.
Dress Shoes and Travel Footwear
The compact design can be applied with compatible dress shoes and travel footwear. Material compatibility needs to be confirmed in advance, especially leather, coated fabrics, finishes, adhesives, foams, and heat-sensitive materials.
Hotels and Rental Operations
The hotels, bowling centers, skating rinks, costume departments, shoe stores, repair shops, and other footwear rental operations can integrate the UV shoe sanitizer into the documentated shoe care process.
The commercial users need to create and maintain clear guidelines for shoe inspection, cleaning, operating, storage, and replacement of the bulb.
Application Precautions
Avoiding Direct Exposure to UVC Light
Avoid looking directly at the bulb and exposing your eyes and skin to 253.7nm ultraviolet light. Place the product fully inside compatible footwear before initiating the cycle.
Make sure that children, pets, and unauthorized personnel stay away from the operating area.
Keeping the Product Dry
Do not immerse the UV shoe sanitizer, bulb, adapter, cable, and plug in water. Never operate the device inside dripping wet footwear or where water or condensation can enter the electrical parts.
Checking Shoe Material Compatibility
The repeated exposure to UVC and heat can affect some plastic, rubber, foam, dye, fabrics, adhesives, and leather finishes.
Test valuable and sensitive footwear carefully and always follow the manufacturer’s footwear care recommendations.
Providing Proper Airflow
Never cover the footwear with heavy fabric during the operation or place the operating product in an untested sealed container.
Stop using the product if the shoe, housing, bulb, cable, or adapter become unexpectedly hot, have an unusual smell, or show any sign of damage.
Validating Performance Claims
The provided specification of the product does not contain a verified percentage of microorganisms reduction. Do not use claims such as “kills 99.9%”, “clinically proven”, “eliminates fungi”, or “medical treatment” without the test reports for the complete product.
Using It as a Component of Overall Shoe Treatment
The UV shoe sanitizer cannot clean visible dirt, oils, sweat residue, salt, and mud from footwear. Clean and dry the footwear before operating the device.
Persistent foot, skin, nails, or odor problems need evaluation by a relevant health professional.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What wavelength does the US-001 use?
The product uses the E17 UV bulb with a specified wavelength of 253.7nm.
2. How powerful is the bulb?
The specified bulb power is 10W.
3. Which operating times are available?
The UV shoe sanitizer has 15-minute, 30-minute, and one-hour operation modes.
4. Does the device help dry the shoes?
The operation of the 10W bulb provides some warmth that can help in light moisture management. Heavily wet footwear needs to be dried in advance before the UV treatment.
5. What voltage range does it support?
The specified voltage range is 85–260V. Use the supplied or another compatible adapter and the correct plug for the destination market.
6. Which types of shoes can be used?
The device can be examined for compatible sneakers, dress shoes, athletic shoes, work shoes, and boots. Fit and material compatibility differ depending on the shoe design.
7. Does the product provide 360-degree coverage?
The internal design is supposed to disperse the UV light inside the footwear from heel to toe. The actual coverage depends on the product placement, shoe geometry, internal obstacles, material, and shadowing.
8. Is it safe to look at the bulb?
No. Never look directly at the operating UV bulb or expose the eyes and skin to the emitted light.
9. Is the product waterproof?
No waterproofing rating is provided in the supplied specification. Keep the product, bulb, adapter, and all electrical components dry.
10. Is a verified sanitizing percentage available?
No verified reduction percentage is provided in the supplied specification. Any numerical performance claim needs testing of the complete UV shoe sanitizer under clearly defined conditions.
11. What is included in the box?
The package contains one shoe sanitizer and one adapter.
12. How many units are packed per carton?
The packing specification states 36 pieces per carton. The separate number of 17.9 per carton requires verification of its unit.
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