The History Of
In 1898, A French pharmacist named Maurice
Berger invented the first catalytic combustion effusion lampe while
trying to find a process to purify air. Hospitals, health facilities,
and mortuaries used these lampes for their antibacterial powers until
the mid 1900's. Today effusion lampes are used more for decorative
purposes than the original use in the medical world. Some are made from
hand-blown glass and are very collectible. The purifying and odor
eliminating qualities of these lampes are now being used in homes,
offices, and many other environments that people live and work in.
What is an
An effusion lampe destroys household odors
and bacteria in the air while increasing oxygen levels and perfuming
your environment and eliminating unwanted odors. These decorative
fragrance lampes use a catalytic burner that reaches 140 degrees
Fahrenheit to combust a special alcohol based liquid fuel. The burning
fuel releases molecules into the air that capture and destroy odors.
Molecules that cause bad smells are inherently unstable and the effusion
lampe's flameless, low-temperature catalytic combustion speeds up the
decomposition process, converting odor molecules into harmless
substances such as carbon dioxide and water. Research has shown that the
catalytic process can also effectively eliminate up to 85% of bacteria
in a room for up to 30 hours after the initial operation has stopped.
Using an unscented lampe fuel in a catalytic diffusion lampe is surprisingly
effective in eliminating bacteria and offensive odors from pets, trash,
food and tobacco. With fragrance added to the isopropyl alcohol based
lampe fuel the catalytic burner lampe becomes a fragrance lampe, diffusing
aroma into the air while it purifies. Some of the perfumes are based on
natural aromatics (essential oils), giving the lampes an aromatherapy
application as well.
How Do They Work?
Odor molecules are chemically unstable and
will eventually degrade into harmless substances (like carbon dioxide
and water). Catalytic effusion lampes significantly speed up that process
by using rhodium, a metal similar to platinum, as as catalyst embedded
within porous ceramic. A catalyst is a substance that accelerates the
rate (speed) of a chemical reaction without itself being changed at the
end of the reaction. Catalysts typically enable reactions to occur much
faster and at lower temperatures than would otherwise be required for
the same reaction to occur in the absence of the catalyst.
Effusion lampes are by far the best
aromatic diffusion and air purification devices on the market today.
Unlike common "air freshener" products, the catalytic effusion lampe
does not simply cover up smells: it eliminates the molecules making the
odors through proven catalytic technology. Catalytic effusion lampes are
surprisingly competent in quietly eliminating all types of odor
molecules over large areas. No more need for noisy air purifiers that
just take up space, effusion lampes take up minimal counter space and
are much more effective. Remove virtually any odor (from pets, cooking,
mildew, nail polish, even cigars!) with an effusion lampe. At the same
time, the catalytic effusion lampe diffuses pleasant aromas throughout
your home, far more effectively than similar devices such as scented
candles, reed diffusers, plug-in diffusers, etc. All of this is made
possible through flameless, smokeless, low-temperature catalytic
Catalytic effusion lampes typically burn alcohol based
fuels at the rate of about 1 ounce per hour,
so a 32-ounce bottle
includes about 32 hours of lamp operation.
Considering the dual air
purification and aromatic diffusion function of the lampes, they are an
YES! Effusion Lampes are safe to use
around allergy and asthma sufferers.
The amazing air-cleansing qualities of the lampes make the air easier to breathe.
Effusion Lampes vs.
Effusion lampes "burn" without an open
flame; making them less of a fire hazard in your home*. Unattended,
burning candles have often been the cause of house fires. Candles can
also cause black soot to be released into the air we are breathing.
Black soot is the product of the incomplete combustion of
carbon-containing fuels. Until recently, no one knew the source of the
black soot in our homes. It is now believed that frequent candle burning
is one of the leading sources of black soot. The amount of soot produced
by a candle varies; scented candles are more likely to produce black
soot while unscented candles produce less. Property damage can occur
over time from the black soot settling on walls and surfaces in your home
or office. Just imagine how this black soot is affecting your lungs and
the air you're breathing. Burning candles that have lead wick cores can
result in indoor air concentrations of lead that are above
EPA-recommended thresholds and should be recognized as a health concern.
Many consumers purchase candles containing lead wick cores without
knowing and expose themselves to harmful amounts of lead through regular
candle burning. Effusion lampe wicks do not contain lead and are not
left continuously burning. The only substances released into your air
will purify it, increase oxygen levels eliminate offensive odors and
leave your home smelling wonderfully fresh!
*Effusion Lampes require a
large flame to start the catalytic combustion process and should not be
left alone until the flame is extinguished.*