In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, efficiency, precision, and reliability are paramount. One technology that has revolutionized various industries is UV curing. This process, utilizing ultraviolet light to rapidly cure adhesives, coatings, and inks, offers significant advantages over traditional curing methods. This comprehensive guide explores the benefits of UV curing machines for manufacturers and professionals, and how InCure’s line of adhesives and equipment can elevate your projects.<\/p>\n
Understanding the Power of UV Curing<\/strong><\/p>\n UV curing is a photochemical process where high-intensity ultraviolet light initiates a chemical reaction in a specially formulated material, causing it to solidify or “cure” almost instantly. This process offers several key advantages:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n NEWGENTM<\/sup>\u00a0C9000 UV Conveyor<\/strong><\/p>\n Applications of UV Curing Machines Across Industries<\/strong><\/p>\n UV curing machines find applications in a wide range of industries, including:<\/p>\n Selecting the Right UV Curing Machine<\/strong><\/p>\n Choosing the right UV curing machine is crucial for achieving optimal results. Consider the following factors:<\/p>\n\n
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\n Configuration<\/strong><\/th>\n Incure C9000 with<\/strong>
L3018<\/strong><\/th>\nIncure C9000 with<\/strong>
L1044<\/strong><\/th>\nIncure C9000 with<\/strong>
F100x1AB<\/strong><\/th>\nIncure C9000 with<\/strong>
F200x1AB<\/strong><\/th>\nIncure C9000 with<\/strong>
F400x1AC<\/strong><\/th>\nIncure C9000 with<\/strong>
F500x1AC<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n\n Type of Lamp<\/td>\n LED Beam<\/td>\n ARC Flood<\/td>\n ARC Focused<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Intensity @2.5″ Distance
UVA(UVV) mW\/cm2<\/sup><\/td>\n2,500 (3,000)<\/td>\n 1,800 (87)<\/td>\n 154 (141)<\/td>\n 223(215)<\/td>\n 312 (287)<\/td>\n 436 (390)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Intensity Adjustment<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Curing Energy (belt speed)
@ 1.5 feet\/min (min)
@ 6.0 feet\/min (nominal)
@ 12.0 feet\/min (max)<\/td>\nUVA (UVV) mJ\/cm2<\/sup>
8,400 (10,000)
2,100 (2,500)
1,050 (1,250)<\/td>\nUVA (UVV) mJ\/cm2<\/sup>
24,000 (1,100)
6,000 (300)
3,000 (145)<\/td>\nUVA (UVV) mJ\/cm2<\/sup>
4,200 (4,000)
1,050 (1,000)
525 (500)<\/td>\nUVA (UVV) mJ\/cm2<\/sup>
8,900 (8,600)
2,200 (2,100)
1,100 (1,050)<\/td>\nUVA (UVV) mJ\/cm2<\/sup>
10,400 (9,500)
2,600 (2,300)
1,300 (1,190)<\/td>\nUVA (UVV) mJ\/cm2<\/sup>
5,900 (5,500)
1,490 (1,400)
740 (690)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n Optional Wavelengths<\/td>\n 365, 395, 405<\/td>\n 365, 395, 405<\/td>\n 320, 365<\/td>\n 320, 365<\/td>\n 254, 365<\/td>\n 254, 365<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Recommended Working Distance<\/td>\n 1.5″ -3″<\/td>\n 0.2″ – 3″<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 3″<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 3″<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 3″<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 3″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Expected Bulb Life<\/td>\n >20,000 hrs<\/td>\n >20,000 hrs<\/td>\n >1,000 hrs<\/td>\n >1,000 hrs<\/td>\n >1,000 hrs<\/td>\n >1,000 hrs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Intensity Decay over Life<\/td>\n 20%<\/td>\n 20%<\/td>\n 45%<\/td>\n 45%<\/td>\n 45%<\/td>\n 45%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Maximum Part Cure Width
Exposure Width<\/td>\n8″
1″<\/td>\n4″
4″<\/td>\n8″
6″<\/td>\n8″
6″<\/td>\n5″
5″<\/td>\n5″
3″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n Stand-Alone Configuration<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Dynamic Uniformity<\/td>\n 0.9 @ 3.0″ distance<\/td>\n 0.9 @ 3.0″ distance<\/td>\n 0.78 @ 3.0″ distance<\/td>\n 0.78 @ 3.0″ distance<\/td>\n 0.79 @ 3.0″ distance<\/td>\n 0.79 @ 3.0″ distance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Temperature Management<\/td>\n Air-cool<\/td>\n Air-cool<\/td>\n Air-cool or External Exhaust<\/td>\n Air-cool or External Exhaust<\/td>\n Air-cool or External Exhaust<\/td>\n Air-cool or External Exhaust<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Power Input<\/td>\n 100-240V, 50\/60Hz
Auto-Ranging<\/td>\n100-240V, 50\/60Hz
Auto-Ranging<\/td>\n100-240V, 50\/60Hz
Auto-Ranging<\/td>\n100-240V, 50\/60Hz
Auto-Ranging<\/td>\n100-240V, 50\/60Hz
Auto-Ranging<\/td>\n100-240V, 50\/60Hz
Auto-Ranging<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n External Control Port<\/td>\n PLC\/RS232\/Foot Switch<\/td>\n PLC\/RS232\/Foot Switch<\/td>\n None<\/td>\n None<\/td>\n None<\/td>\n None<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Light Source Dimension
Power Supply Dimension
Conveyor Dimension<\/td>\n10.3″ x 3.6″ x 4″ (2.5Kg)
13″ x 9″ x 5.1″ (6.6Kg)
54″ x 14″ x 12″<\/td>\n5.1″ x 5.1″ x 6.3″
13″ x 9″ x 5.1″
54″ x 14″ x 12″<\/td>\n11″ x 10″ x 9″
Intergrated With Light Source
54″ x 14″ x 12″<\/td>\n11″ x 10″ x 9″
Intergrated With Light Source
54″ x 14″ x 12″<\/td>\n8″ x 5″ x 6″
Intergrated With Light Source
54″ x 14″ x 12″<\/td>\n8″ x 5″ x 6″
Intergrated With Light Source
54″ x 14″ x 12″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n\n Conveyor Curing Height<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 5″<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 5″<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 5″<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 5″<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 5″<\/td>\n 1.5″ – 5″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Belt Width<\/td>\n 9″<\/td>\n 9″<\/td>\n 9″<\/td>\n 9″<\/td>\n 9″<\/td>\n 9″<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Ordering Part Number<\/td>\n C9000-1xL3018-365
C9000-1xL3018-385
C9000-1xL3018-405<\/td>\nC9000-1xL1044-365
C9000-1xL1044-385
C9000-1xL1044-405<\/td>\nC9000-F100x1AB
C9000-F100x2A
C9000-F100x2B<\/td>\nC9000-F200x1AB
C9000-F200x2A
C9000-F200x2B<\/td>\nC9000-F400x1AC
C9000-F400x2A
C9000-F400x2C<\/td>\nC9000-F500x1AC
C9000-F500x2A
C9000-F500x2C<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
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