Re: networking & UV bulbs

From: aaroflex (aaroflex@aaroflex.com)
Date: Thu Nov 25 1999 - 10:05:19 EET


Vince,

AAROFLEX, Inc. manufactures two size post curing ovens which uses either one or
two type bulbs. There are several places to purchase bulbs once you know what
to request. The bulbs are super actinic lamps or fluorescent lamps emitting UV
radiation. We use two different bulbs in combination; one ranging from 300 to
460 and peaking at 365nm, the second bulb ranging from 260 to 400 and peaking at
310nm. You may want to check a burned out bulb for the product part number for
reference. The different bulbs is to cover all different laser types and
resins. Should you have only one type of laser then you can choose only one
bulb for most efficient use and reduced inventory. When your bulbs began to burn
out I would recommend that you purchase a case and replace them all at one
time. Bulb price in the case are half the price over purchasing them
individually. In addition to stereolithography, the bulbs are used in the
medical field, phototheraphy, to cure skin diseases. Therefore, you can secure
them from a medical supply house, which is usually higher in cost, or from a
local light distributor. Also, you can purchase bulbs through toll free OEM
numbers. Some outlets require a consent form to be executed to prevent
liability if used improperly. Other uses include reprography in making contact
plates, production of offset plates and printed circuit boards. Do you remember
the old Blueray blue line blueprint machine? Be sure to wear your UV safety
glasses while testing the bulbs. You may not notice any harm to your eyes at
the time, but I assure you it will show up in later years if you are lucky
enough to grow old. Should you have trouble in finding a local source email me
and I will look up a number for you.

Albert C. Young
AAROFLEX, Inc.

Vince Jesus wrote:

> Can we buy replacement bulbs for the UV oven other than from 3d?
>
> Thanks for any info.
>
> Vince Jesus
>
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