There's several ways to generate negative ions, but the way we do it is apply a safe, extremely low-current, high voltage to sharp points (the ion emitter). Without getting into a detailed explanation and delving into electron physics, the electrons build up on the sharp points and are ejected into the air, where they attach themselves to oxygen atoms. Since the electrons have a "negative" charge, the molecules of oxygen with extra electrons become negative ions.

Ion Counters indicate that the original passive negative ion generator produces between a constant 550 ? 650 negative ions per cubic centimeter within an inch of the ion counter. The MarkII (second generation prototype) registers 1250 ions per cubic centimeter a few inches from the ion counter.

Neo-Tec Ionizer uses ionizing electrodes (needlepoint ionizers) to produce a high density of negative ions. Needlepoint ionization produces the highest concentration of negative ions of any other method. Each Neo-Tec Ionizer produces about 1,000,000 ions/cm.3. Also, it is very unlikely that the electrodes within the Neo-Tec Ionizer purifier will ever wear down or erode, since they are made from stainless steel. Most other ionizers use inferior materials for their electrodes (needlepoints).

It is a device which generates negative ions without using a power source. The HyperStealth? passive negative ion generator utilizes a proprietary combination of elements which react to produce negative ions. The unit is compact and portable.

During this process of production, chlorine (Cl) plays an important role. In the periodic table, chlorine is seventeenth; in other words, Cl has seventeen protons (carries positive electricity) and seventeen electrons (carries negative electricity). According to calculated results by chemists, Cl must get one electron from the air to arrive at a stable state; so there will be more electrons than protons, which makes Teviron have negative electricity.

Ion generators do not use filters, but function on the theory of electrostatic attraction. The ion air puifier produces negative ions from a needle-like point usually located near the top of the air purifier. The negative ions are then carried by the indoor air currents, magnetically attaching themselves to airborne particles. The particles then receive the negative ion's negative charge and is attracted to positively charged items such as any surface.

We test the total negative ion output out of the ion emitter per second (approximately 90 to 100 trillion) using more than one method. We do different tests of the ion output using several proprietary methods that we have developed in our labs. We use Alpha Labs air ion counters. The reading at approx. one meter (39") from the emitter is 1,000,000 negative ions per cubic centimeter. These measurements are done in rooms with no fans and roughly 45% humidity.

No, our ionizers certainly do not generate any positive ions. Some other brands of ionizers generate the negative ions by removing electrons from nearby oxygen atoms (thereby creating positive ions) and transferring the electrons to nearby neutral atoms to generate negative ions. However, our ionizers emit all the electrons directly from the ion emitter (instead of robbing them from other atoms).

No, they are not all the same and yes it does matter. There are small, medium and large negative ions. Small (ingestible) negative ions are highly mobile and are biologically active. The Elanra is the only ioniser in the world to produce these consistently over a wide range. A process patented by the Australian manufacturer. Medium to large negative ions are sluggish and slow moving and merely clean the air. These molecule groups are called small ions or clusters.

It is now medically recognized that degenerative skin conditions, such as ageing, wrinkles and skin discolorations are caused primarily by free-radical damage. Molecules attempting to repair themselves in this way trigger a cascading event called "free-radical damage." The action of free-radical damage takes place in a fraction of a second. Theoretically, free-radical damage can cause deterioration of the skin's support structures, decreasing elasticity and resilience.

The negative ions create alkaline water, which stimulates nerves, increases blood circulation, and softens tissues. Start with tap water that has a low pH of say 6.0, and after 30 minutes, the unit water always become a pH of 7.0, balanced water, neither acidic or alkaline. So while the feet, hands, or whole body is in a bath with the unit, I get the benefits of positive and negative ions, and minutes later the water becomes neutral in terms of pH. Yes, you've got it.

On the front edge of a table, nightstand, etc. about 2 - 3 feet from other objects. In a bedroom, about 3 feet from your head is the best place. Don't place it in a bookshelf, etc. The negative ions (and some dust) will be attracted to the inside of the shelves, rather than going out into the room, where you want them.

Applications include use in hyperbaric oxygen chambers, on cell phones, on computer monitors, in sports & military helmets, on exercise equipment, in closed environments for automobiles, airplanes and buildings, in surgical masks, etc.

However, all ionizers are certainly not equal. Our negative ionizers are long-life, high-ion-density units which put out the optimum level of negative ions, for one thing.

Modern civilization and technology cause many problems for which there are no evident reasons, such as aches, high blood pressure, irritability, drumming sound in the ears, and so on, which may be termed "civilization sequelae". The vast numbers of electrical equipment and cars, which we rely upon in our modern lifestyles, increase our exposure to positive ions.

When electrons collide with molecules in the air, scientists give the name "Ion" to the molecules carrying the electrons thus formed. Negatively charged molecules are called "negative ions." If we liken this to the baseball, the pitcher is the positive ion, and the catcher is the negative ion.