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Article: UV lamps: proper operation and care of UV equipment makes a difference in quality and performance.
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- October 1, 2004
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An ultraviolet curing lamp is a powerful but delicate instrument. Suppliers of lamps and UV curing systems, as well as UV ink manufacturers, emphasize the importance of frequent lamp inspection, strict adherence to proper use of the lamps, and regular cleaning of the bulbs and their housings.
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Bulbs that are not working properly or at full capacity can sometimes mislead press operators into believing that their inks aren't curing thoroughly because there's a problem with the ink. One UV ink supplier reports that his technicians are often asked to solve a curing problem only to learn that the ink is fine. "The bulb is old, the ...