Heraeus – Microwave-Powered UV Curing Systems
Heraeus Noblelight invented microwave-powered UV curing system
Heraeus Noblelight invented microwave-powered UV curing system technology. Compared to arc lamp curing technology, it offers significant improvements in production speeds, process consistency, operating lifetimes, and reduced heat onto the substrate. Heraeus Noblelight’s easy-to-service modular design provides process flexibility with lower cost of ownership.
Microwave-Powered UV Curing Systems
Our microwave-powered UV curing system products are available in a variety of power classes and with a choice of different UV broadband wavelength output bulbs to meet your industrial curing needs. These UV curing systems easily retrofit into existing production lines or can easily integrate into new production processes. Our newest systems are Industry 4.0 ready with imbedded sensors and microprocessors.
Heraeus microwave-powered UV curing systems consist of three primary components
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Electrodeless bulb – long guaranteed service life of 6,000 to 8,000 hours, consistent output, available in various wavelengths so you can optimize the UV curing to your specific process needs.
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Lamp module – available in either 6-inch or 10-wide air-cooled modules, combined to span across any width process or position around three-dimensional parts, switch off individual modules not needed to reduce operating costs.
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Power supply – provides efficient operation and flexible control.
Available Models
| LightHammer® 6 MARK II | |
| Lamp bulb length | 15 cm, available in D, H, and V spectra |
| Power class | 200 W/cm (500 W/in) |
| Variable power capability | 35% to 100%, fast on/off cycles |
| Irradiator footprint (W x L) | 168 x 168 mm |
This system includes a 6-inch wide irradiator (lamp module), electrodeless bulb and solid-state power supply. Available with integral or external blower for cooling.
- Smart Power Supply: Flexible control scheme via software, reduced operating costs, smaller and lighter weight
| LightHammer® 10 MARK III | |
| Lamp bulb length | 25 cm, available in D, H, and V spectra |
| Power class | 240 W/cm (600 W/in) |
| Variable power capability | 35% to 100%, fast restarting |
| Irradiator footprint | W: 419mm, L: 777mm, H: 217mm (with the connector included) |
This system includes a 10-inch wide intelligent irradiator (lamp module), electrodeless bulb and solid-state power supply. Requires external blower for cooling.
- Smart Power Supply: Flexible control scheme via software, reduced operating costs, smaller and lighter weight
- Intelligent Irradiator: Sensors inside the lamp module measure 8 operating parameters, use real-time data monitoring to increase up-times and lower total cost of ownership
Key Components
Key Features
Optimal Adjustment to the Process
Modular lamp head design for different curing widths or placement around three-dimensional parts, adjustable output intensity, and a variety of available bulbs to optimize curing efficiency for different manufacturing processes.
Reliable and Constant Quality
Our US manufacturing facility is ISO 9001 certified and all systems are CE, UL and TÜV compliant. Frequent on/off cycles or switching does not reduce operating lifetime – you get a long lasting system that requires less maintenance.
Cost Saving
Compared to arc lamp systems, our microwave-powered UV curing systems reduce scrap rates and require less maintenance.
Increased Saving
With high intensities at the substrate and consistent output, plus longer life than arc lamp systems, our microwave-powered UV curing systems reduce scrap rates and downtime resulting in higher production rates.
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