---
product_id: 51002498
title: "Protec Cleaning Ball"
brand: "protec"
price: "$38"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/51002498-protec-cleaning-ball
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# 30 days continuous cleaning No harsh chemicals, gentle action 99% bacteria & mold reduction Protec Cleaning Ball

**Brand:** protec
**Price:** $38
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Keep your humidifier fresh and your air cleaner—because clean air is the new luxury.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Protec Cleaning Ball by protec
- **How much does it cost?** $38 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/51002498-protec-cleaning-ball)

## Best For

- protec enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted protec brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Gentle Yet Powerful:** Harnesses proven antimicrobial technology without harsh chemicals, keeping your humidifier safe and fresh.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with all humidifier brands—no need to worry about fit or function.
- • **Set & Forget 30-Day Clean:** Just drop it in your humidifier tank and enjoy a full month of continuous antimicrobial protection.
- • **Breathe Healthier, Live Better:** Prevents slime buildup and odors, ensuring clean mist that protects your skin and respiratory health.
- • **Fight Mold & Bacteria Like a Pro:** Reduces up to 99% of odor-causing bacteria, mold, and algae for fresher air.

## Overview

The Pro Tec Antimicrobial Humidifier Cleaning Cartridge is a chemical-free, easy-to-use solution that reduces up to 99% of bacteria, mold, and algae in your humidifier tank. Designed to work continuously for 30 days in all humidifier brands, it prevents slime buildup and odors, ensuring a fresher, healthier mist for your home or office environment.

## Description

Product Description Keep your humidifier clean and fresh with the Protec Humidifier Cleaning Ball. This Humidifier Tank Cleaner reduces up to 99% of odor causing bacteria, unsightly mold and algae growth versus untreated humidifier surfaces. It contains no harsh chemicals, works for 30 days and works in all humidifier brands. Small in size, you can easily drop this cleaning cartridge tool in the humidifier water tank and leave it there for 30 days for a fresher and more sanitized water tank. Brand Story By Pro Tec

Review: They really work!! - Don't go longer than 2mos if you use your humidifier everyday like I do. Remember to change it out when it's time. They actually work to keep your water and unit clean n fresh. When my humidifier runs out and I'm done using it, I dump out the water, so there's none of that build up in the humidifier, where I guess the water leaves a red film in the unit. I dump all the water out and leave it to dry out until I'm ready for it again. This helps with the longevity of this little purifier to keep the water and unit clean for my next use. Checking the type of water you're using in the unit can also help with your cleaning options between hard or soft water... Unless you're using bottled water... This is a good purchase. It works!
Review: An inexpensive way to keep the water and the filter of your humidifier cleaner longer - I love this product. The problem with most humidifiers is the high bacterial growth in the water. You can tell by the musty smell in the air from the dirty and contaminated water in the tray and in the tank. Clean steam has no odor. I am doing this review based on the specific humidifier machine I own, the Honeywell Model HCM 630. I live in NYC in an overheated apartment during the cold months. My husbands and I got a lot of cold, dry coughs, dry skin and nose bleeds from the heated dry air that was why I bought this machine two years ago to alleviate our suffering. There are three hidden maintenance steps that every humidifier owner must perform that the manufacturer of the humidifier usually did not mention in their instruction booklet in order to keep the humidifier hygienic. The first, one must keep the tank and the water scrupulously clean by scrubbing the inside of the tank, the inside of the lid while changing the water daily. The second, once a month, after cleaning the tank, you drop one of these Protec cartridges in the tank and let it do its work as it helps slow down growth and migration of mold, fungus, algae, and bacteria in the water and on the filter. The third and just as necessary as the other two, replace the big round filter monthly or as often as every two weeks especially if you keep the humidifier running 24/7. If you do all three steps regularly, you'll enjoy the clean steam that helps protect your mucus membranes from drying out (much healthier for all of us) during the winter months and one added bonus, not being zapped by static shocks when touching another person or a metallic object when the humidifier is operating.

## Features

- FIGHT HUMIDIFIER MOLD & BACTERIA – Keep your humidifier clean and fresh. The Protec Humidifier Cleaning Cartridge reduces up to 99% of odor causing bacteria, unsightly mold and algae growth versus untreated humidifier surfaces. It contains no harsh chemicals.
- CONTINUOUS CLEANING: This humidifier cleaning cartridge features a patented antimicrobial that continuously works to inhibit the growth of bacteria and mold and helps prevent the buildup of slime in the water.
- LONG LASTING: This cartridge keeps cleaning for 30 days and will work in all humidifier brands. Just drop the Protec cleaning ball in the tank and let it get to work removing bacteria, mold, and slime for a fresh, clean mist!
- GENTLE CLEANING ACTION: This humidifier tank cleaner contains no harsh chemicals, making the cleaning action just as gentle as water on your humidifier surfaces and components.
- SAFE AND PROVEN ANTIMICROBIAL: The Protec Antimicrobial Cleaning Cartridge uses the same antimicrobial that has been used for years in drinking water filters to prevent objectionable odors and tastes, with no harsh chemicals.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B0002AHW0O |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,514,198 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #1,365 in Humidifiers |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,625) |
| Date First Available  | January 1, 1999 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | PC-1BXN |
| Manufacturer  | Pro Tec |
| Product Dimensions  | 7 x 2 x 3 inches; 0.32 ounces |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Protec
- **Color:** Blue
- **Operation Mode:** Manual
- **Product Dimensions:** 2"D x 7"W x 3"H
- **Special Feature:** Antimicrobial

## Images

![Protec Cleaning Ball - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61mw1uExplS.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Directions say to use 1 cartridge for every 2 gallons of water. My humidifier is 1.2 gallons. Can I use the cartridge in this smaller humidifier?**
A: Yes,  it's effective for up to 2 gallons.

**Q: can you reuse it after emptying tank if you are not using your humidifier on a dsily basis?**
A: In the winter time I use my humidifier. I put my filter and protec in the humidifier in October 
I live in Kentucky. I use it til April. I then remove the filter and the protec. I throw them away.
I then empty and clean the humidifier and store it away for the summer. In the winter time
it gets filled with water almost every day. It keeps my rooms comfortable and not so dry.

**Q: Does this product contain silver nanoparticles?**
A: Thank you for your inquiry. This does include silver mixed in with the silicate to act as an anti-bacterial agent, but it does not release the silver into the water. If you have any other questions or need assistance, please email our support team at SocialSupport@helenoftroy.com and we will be happy to assist you.

**Q: Do these fit in the FridaBaby 3in1 Humidifier?**
A: That is a good question. We do not have the cap size information, however, the Protec Cleaning Ball is just over an inch in diameter and is made to fit into most Vicks and Honeywell humidifiers. If you have any other questions or need assistance, please email our support team at SocialSupport@helenoftroy.com and we will be happy to assist you.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ They really work!!
*by A***R on February 19, 2023*

Don't go longer than 2mos if you use your humidifier everyday like I do. Remember to change it out when it's time. They actually work to keep your water and unit clean n fresh. When my humidifier runs out and I'm done using it, I dump out the water, so there's none of that build up in the humidifier, where I guess the water leaves a red film in the unit. I dump all the water out and leave it to dry out until I'm ready for it again. This helps with the longevity of this little purifier to keep the water and unit clean for my next use. Checking the type of water you're using in the unit can also help with your cleaning options between hard or soft water... Unless you're using bottled water... This is a good purchase. It works!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An inexpensive way to keep the water and the filter of your humidifier cleaner longer
*by F***S on December 29, 2012*

I love this product. The problem with most humidifiers is the high bacterial growth in the water. You can tell by the musty smell in the air from the dirty and contaminated water in the tray and in the tank. Clean steam has no odor. I am doing this review based on the specific humidifier machine I own, the Honeywell Model HCM 630. I live in NYC in an overheated apartment during the cold months. My husbands and I got a lot of cold, dry coughs, dry skin and nose bleeds from the heated dry air that was why I bought this machine two years ago to alleviate our suffering. There are three hidden maintenance steps that every humidifier owner must perform that the manufacturer of the humidifier usually did not mention in their instruction booklet in order to keep the humidifier hygienic. The first, one must keep the tank and the water scrupulously clean by scrubbing the inside of the tank, the inside of the lid while changing the water daily. The second, once a month, after cleaning the tank, you drop one of these Protec cartridges in the tank and let it do its work as it helps slow down growth and migration of mold, fungus, algae, and bacteria in the water and on the filter. The third and just as necessary as the other two, replace the big round filter monthly or as often as every two weeks especially if you keep the humidifier running 24/7. If you do all three steps regularly, you'll enjoy the clean steam that helps protect your mucus membranes from drying out (much healthier for all of us) during the winter months and one added bonus, not being zapped by static shocks when touching another person or a metallic object when the humidifier is operating.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great.
*by D***1 on October 4, 2025*

Love these and need to buy more. It kept my water clean.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-05*