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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide
Flexible Film
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Translucent UV-blocking, flexible urethane films can be used to quickly create workstation
shielding. This UV-blocking, flexible urethane film is available from Dymax, call for assistance.
High-Temperature Surfaces
Surfaces exposed to high-intensity curing lights will rise in temperature. The intensity, distance, exposure
time, cooling fans, and the type/color of the surface can all affect the actual surface temperature. In some
cases, exposed surfaces can reach temperatures capable of producing a burn or causing damage to a
substrate. In these cases, care must be taken to ensure either a more moderate surface temperature or
appropriate protection/training for operators. No infrared radiation is produced by these LED systems, so
surface temperatures will be lower than with conventional lamp systems. Empirical testing should be used to
verify the exact temperature rise in each application.
Bright, Visible Light
The bright, visible light energy emitted by curing systems can cause eyestrain if proper eye protection or
shielding is not used. The proper use of tinted eye protection and/or opaque/tinted shielding can be utilized to
reduce eyestrain and address this concern.
Summary
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light sources can be more “worker friendly” than many commonly accepted industrial processes, provided
the potential concerns are addressed. Both the lower working temperature and lack of spurious frequency
transmission that this system produces make it even more user friendly. Contact your Dymax representative
for information regarding the proper use of Dymax light-curing systems.
Product Overview
Description of UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyors
Dymax UVCS LED light-curing conveyor systems use high-intensity light sources for fast curing of light-curable
materials. UVCS bench-top conveyors can be outfitted with BlueWave® LED flood systems available in one of
three different wavelengths (365 nm, 385 nm, or 405 nm). The flood system consists of two main components:
an LED flood array and a power supply that contains the user interface. Only one LED flood array can be
connected to a power supply at a time via the interconnect cable. The power supply is designed to be
interchangeable and can be used with any of the three different wavelength LED flood arrays. Up to four LED
flood arrays can be mounted on the conveyor.
BlueWave® LED flood systems feature an intensity adjustment, allowing the output intensity level to be
adjusted from 10 to 100% to meet process and adhesive requirements. LED technology within the BlueWave®
LED Flood System allows for instant on/off activation without the need for a warm-up period, and is also rated
for continuous operation. A switch on the conveyor is provided to keep the LED array always active.
Fans in the LED flood power supply and array provide cooling and must not be covered or blocked. Fan Filters
must be maintained regularly to ensure reliable operation. Thermal sensors in the LED flood power supply and
array shut the unit down to protect the components if the internal temperature exceeds maximum limits.
Please refer to the
BlueWave® LED Flood System User Guide
for further description and explanation.
