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   Application:       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Coating / Paint Testing
 
     UV system designed for testing on coating or paint.
 
   Degradation / Weathering
 
     A system that is resistant to degradation or weathering due to UV rays from the sun which can make plastic brittle and degrade.
 
   UV Curing
 
     UV curing systems use ultraviolet radiation to initiate reactions and cure adhesives, coatings and other UV-curable resin products.
 
   Identification / Location
 
     Material identification (ID) or forensic systems use the fluorescence response of materials, chemicals, markers or inks, water tracers (ground or surface), minerals, and biological materials to identify the presence of specific material types or labels. UV light is an essential tool in thin-layer chromatography. Forensic scientists use UV systems to locate and identify materials or traces of chemicals (e.g., arson accelerants or tagging dyes).
 
   UV Disinfection / UVGI Sanitization
 
     UV disinfection systems and UVGI sanitizers use ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) to sanitize air, water, transparent materials or surfaces.
 
   Optical Component Testing
 
     A system that tests optical components like lenses with UV or thermal bonding for fusing or aligning.
 
   Packaging Effectiveness
 
     UV or heat-triggered packaging system that can comprise of an oxygen scavenging polymer.  Typically, the initiating factor is ultraviolet light, heat, or both.
 
   Paper / Label Testing
 
     A system that measures the color values of paper or labels for UV brightness.
 
   Photostability / Color Fastness
 
     UV system that uses an ultraviolet absorber to result in a print image that is more colorfast and durable than conventional art.
 
   Plastic / Rubber Testing
 
     UV system that tests rubber or plastic by using UV radiation.  Used for testing the elongation and tensile strength of plastic or rubber.
 
   Plant Growth
 
     UV system that uses UV radiation to stimulate plant growth.  Usually indoors or in a controlled environment.
 
   PV / Solar Cell Testing
 
     UV system that's designed to test the cells of solar panels for weak points in the modules by intensifying climatic conditions.
 
   Sunblock Effectiveness
 
     UV system that tests how effective a substance is at blocking sunlight or UV rays.
 
   Solar Simulators and Light Sources
 
     Solar Simulators and Light Sources produce a simulated solar spectrum for plant growth, material degradation simulations, coating weathering tests, PV cell testing, sunblock evaluations and window transmission studies.
 
   Transmission Studies
 
     UV system designed to study and see if transmission of diseases, pathogens, or viruses is possible of spreading.
 
   Textile Studies
 
     UV system designed to see how textiles are studied under small environmental changes for stimuli-sensitive textiles.
 
   Other
 
     Other specialty, proprietary or unlisted application type. 
 
   Search Logic:      All products with ANY of the selected attributes will be returned as matches. Leaving all boxes unchecked will not limit the search criteria for this question; products with all attribute options will be returned as matches.
   Standard / Reference Source?
 
     UV standards and reference sources include any source that can provide a reference for the system or comparison of a material or component.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Surface / Part Sterilization?
 
     UV sanitizer or UV disinfection system designed to destroy microbes on the surfaces of parts or materials and within transparent components.  The microbes may include viruses, Anthrax, TB, WMBs and other microbes or germs.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   UV Water Treatment?
 
     UV system designed for treating water or liquid streams.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Air Treatment (UV Air Purifier)?
 
     UV system designed for treating air, gas or vapor streams.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Configuration       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Chamber
 
     UV chambers consist of a power supply, light source and enclosure. The enclosure or chamber provides a work surface and shields the operator from UV radiation. Flood or focused UV light sources may be used to provide illumination. 
 
   Conveyor / Continuous
 
     UV conveyors or continuous systems consist of a conveying unit, power supply and light source, as well as an enclosure that is open on both ends. The enclosure shields operators from UV radiation while allowing the workpiece, web, or sheet to pass through the system. Flood or focused UV light sources may be used to provide illumination.
 
   Flood
 
     UV flood lamps or systems provide a broad or wide beam of light. Stand-alone flood systems may have a chamber conveyor enclosure, or a work surface with or without a UV-absorbing curtain or shield. UV flood sources or modules consist of a power supply and light source for use as a stand-alone system or as a module or subsystem of a larger UV system.
 
   Focused
 
     Focused UV lamps or systems provide a narrow or collimated beam of light. Stand-alone focused UV systems may have a chamber conveyor enclosure, or a work surface with or without a UV-absorbing curtain or shield. UV focused sources or modules consist of a power supply and light source for use as a stand-alone system or as a module or sub-system of a larger UV system.
 
   Handheld / Portable
 
     Portable or handheld devices are UV systems or products that can be carried manually. These devices are useful for repair, testing and other applications in field, laboratory, plant floor and other settings where transportation of large systems is impractical.  Spot, flood or focused UV light sources may be used to provide illumination.
 
   HVAC / Duct Mounted
 
     HVAC or duct mounted UV systems consist of a power supply, light source and flange or fitting for attachment to the air supply ducting in a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. The air stream or dust particles are disinfected as the UV light irradiates the air traveling through the ducting.
 
   Process / Line Mounted
 
     Process or line mounted UV systems consist of a power supply, light source and flange, cartridge mounting or fitting for attachment to the process line, web system, coating line, water line, and conveyor line or tank that carries, stores or transports water, chemicals, plastic film, food or other transparent media for processing.  The UV light passing through the water or media in the line illuminates the fluid stream.
 
   Spot / Wand
 
     Spot or wand systems are benchtop units that provide a UV beam with a small spot size for selective curing applications.
 
   Wall / Ceiling Mounted
 
     Wall or ceiling mounted UV systems consists of a power supply, light source and bracket for attachment to a wall or ceiling. The air stream or dust particles are disinfected as the UV light irradiates the air circulating through the room.
 
   Specialty / Other
 
     Other unlisted, proprietary or specialty configuration.
 
   Search Logic:      All products with ANY of the selected attributes will be returned as matches. Leaving all boxes unchecked will not limit the search criteria for this question; products with all attribute options will be returned as matches.
Lamp Specifications




   Spectral Range       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Full Spectrum
 
     Full spectrum spectral range includes ranges of UVA and UVB ranges in addition to meeting the general illumination criteria. They simulate the full-spectrum range of the natural light including a balance of ultraviolet and the visible color regions.
 
   UVA (Long Wave)
 
     UV systems produce UVA, the near or long wave UV band (~315 to 400 nm). UVA, which is also known as "black light", makes certain pigments fluoresce. It has little effect on pathogens and no effect on human tissue.
 
   UVB
 
     UV systems produce UVB, the middle UV band (~280 to 315 nm). UVB, the "suntan ultraviolet", is used in tanning salons and in some industrial applications. UVB inactivates a moderate amount of pathogens, but is not as effective as UVC. Prolonged exposure to UVB results in blistered skin and cornea damage.
 
   UVC (Short Wave / UVGI)
 
     UV systems produce UVC, the germicidal or short wave UV band (~200 to 280 nm). When used correctly, ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) inactivates pathogens by destroying their DNA and RNA, rendering the microbes impotent. Prolonged exposure to UVC causes a temporary reddening of the skin and a temporary eye irritation commonly known as welder's eye. No known permanent damage is caused by extended exposure. The ideal wavelength for eradicating pathogens is 253.7 nm.
 
   Visible / UVV
 
     UV systems produce visible or UV-visible light such as light in blue green region (~395 to 455 nm). Visible light capability is useful for adhesives with dual UV / UV-visible (UVV) cure capability.
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialty or combination UV frequency band such as the vacuum UV (VUV) band (100 to 200 nm).
 
   Search Logic:      All products with ANY of the selected attributes will be returned as matches. Leaving all boxes unchecked will not limit the search criteria for this question; products with all attribute options will be returned as matches.
   Lamp / Output Power
 
     This is the total lamp or output power that UV systems produce.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Lamp Intensity
 
     Lamp intensity is the illumination energy or power per unit area.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
Illuminated Area




   Illuminated Length
 
     This is the length or range of lengths of the surface illumination provided by the UV lamp or light system.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Illuminated Width / Diameter
 
     This is the width or range of widths of the surface illumination provide by the UV lamp or light system.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
Features




   Computer Interface
 
     UV systems can be programmed or have a computer interface option for programming, control or data acquisition.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Hour Meter / Timer
 
     UV systems have an integral timing unit or hour meter to control exposure time.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Internal Filter
 
     UV systems have integral or optional filters for specific applications.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   LED Source
 
     UV systems use an LED light source. Light emitting diodes (LEDs) provide a compact, bright and long lasting source of light.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Pulsed
 
     UV systems are pulsed.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Multiple Wands
 
     UV systems can feed multiple wands or light pipes.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   NIST Traceable
 
     UV system is calibrated to NIST traceable standards.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Side / Multi-directional Curing
 
     UV systems can expose a product or material to light from multiple directions. This may be important if the bond-to material is not transparent and shadows the adhesive from an overhead beam.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, proprietary or specialty features.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
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