Applications of UV Lamps
No. | Application Area | Description |
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1 | Offset and UV printing industry | Fast curing of UV inks used in label printing, packaging, metal, plastic, and paper printing. |
2 | Medical and healthcare industries | Disinfection of equipment, air, water, and surfaces in hospitals and laboratories. |
3 | Electronics industry | Curing of resins, adhesives, and protective coatings on printed circuit boards (PCBs). |
4 | Wood and furniture industry | Drying of UV paints and lacquers on wood surfaces for enhanced gloss and protection. |
5 | UV flatbed printers | Rapid curing of ink on non-absorbent surfaces such as glass, metal, acrylic, leather, and stone. |
6 | Packaging and lamination industry | High-speed curing of laminate coatings and UV varnishes. |
Advantages of Using UV Lamps
No. | Advantage | Description |
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1 | Instant and fast drying | Reduces production time and increases printing or process speed. |
2 | Space and energy efficiency | Requires less space and eliminates the need for large thermal dryers. |
3 | High-quality surface finish | Provides uniform, glossy coating without smudges or waviness. |
4 | Improved print durability | Resistant to water, abrasion, chemicals, and sunlight. |
5 | Effective on non-absorbent surfaces | Capable of curing ink or resin on glass, metal, PVC, and more. |
6 | Environmentally friendly | Lower heat consumption and no emission of VOCs or harmful fumes. |