Silver EC-Series Flood Lamp User Guide
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1. Measures light intensity in mW cm Powered by AA batteries included Stores in molded plastic case included Top Ventilation Kit for 1200 EC and 2000 EC Lamps PN 38300 The standard Dymax EC Series Lamps employ convection cooling In situations where supplemental cooling is required or removal of curing vapors from under the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing is desired an optional Ventilation Kit is available The kit can be a fixed metal skirt that fits on either the rear or the top of the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing The top fan skirt for the 2000 EC and 1200 EC Lamps is provided with the purchase of a Shutter Manual Louvered Shutter PN 35572 amp Electric ZIP Shutter PN 37863 Safety Enhancing Timing Devices The Dymax ZIP Shutter retractable and Manual Louvered Shutter allow timed light exposure reduce heat on work area surfaces and reduce operator exposure to UV light Light Shield PN 38125 The Light Shield is a complete enclosure with 360 of shielding It is constructed of UV opaque acrylic that filters out ultraviolet radiant energy and allows visible light to pass through so that objects can be observed during the curing process Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Specifications General Specifications Table 1 General Specifications Property Specification Model 1200 EC 2000 EC 5000 EC Reflector Housing 10 5 x 9 0 x 7 5 10 5 x 9 0 x 7 5 6 75 x 6 75 x 8 0 Dimens2. be removed with isopropyl alcohol and a clean cloth Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Troubleshooting NOTE Only qualified maintenance personnel should attempt the following procedures Problem Lamp Will Not Ignite or Lamp Flickers Won t Maintain Operation Unit Blows Input Fuse UV Intensity Appears To Be Low Possible Cause Improperly fastened connections Main Line Fuses blown Corroded Lamp Bases Bulb beyond its useful life Power Supply Board failed Ignitor malfunctioned Malfunction in the Power Supply Board Bulb beyond its useful life Quartz Envelope on Bulb contaminated Surfaces of Reflector may be contaminated Optional Glass UV Filter contaminated 2000 EC only Testing Visually inspect all connections to and from the Power Supply Remove Fuses from Power Receptacle and check with an Ohmmeter Visually inspect the Lamp Bases for any signs of corrosion Replace the Bulb with a Bulb that is good and re test unit Check the output voltage on the Power Supply Board Set the Oscilloscope to 20 ms div 100 V div Verify open circuit voltage from Ignitor Set the Oscilloscope to 50 us div 1000 V div Remove power Disconnect the Lamp Reflector Assembly from the Power Supply Replace the Fuse Apply power If a Fuse blows the Power Supply is defective Use a Radiometer ACCU CAL 50 to measure actual output intensity Consult manual for proper o
3. to 8 Pin Interconnect Cable 1 Place the 400 Watt Bulb into the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing Refer to the Bulb Replacement Installation section of this manual 2 A Glass UV Filter is available as an option This Glass UV Filter reduces heat produced by Lamp but will also reduce UV output of Reflector To install the optional Glass UV Filter sold only for the 2000 EC Flood Lamp NOTICE It is important to wear protective gloves when installing the Glass UV Filter Do not touch the Filter with bare fingers Fingerprints may etch into glass and cause light transmission loss m Place the Reflector Housing upside down on a flat surface m Loosen the four screws in the bracket that hold the Reflector to the Housing Slide the Glass UV Filter under the brackets and adjust it symmetrically over the Reflector Aperture Tighten the four screws Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide 3 Locate the Power Supply and Reflector Housing so that there is free air circulation around sides The Reflector may be mounted to a Dymax Flood Lamp accessory such as a Mounting Stand Light Shield or Shutter See the connecting instructions in the operation manual for the appropriate Dymax accessory WARNING Always observe safety requirements when working with electrical equipment Electrical hazard is present 4 Secure the Reflector Housing in the designated operation location 5 Connect the Interconnect Cable to the J3 Receptacle on the Refl
4. AUTHORIZATION FROM DYMAX THOSE CORRECTIVE ACTIONS LISTED ABOVE ARE LIMITED TO THIS AUTHORIZATION Index Assembly and Setup 9 Ozone 6 Bulb Replacement 13 UV Exposure 5 Curing System Safety 5 Spare Parts and Accessories 18 Damaged Parts 9 Definition of Terms 22 Glossary 22 Help 4 Missing Parts 9 Optional Equipment 18 Product Overview 7 Replace Bulb 13 Safety of UV Light Bright Visible Light 7 High Temperature Surfaces 6 Specifications 20 Spectral Output Chart 20 Support 4 System Operation 13 Troubleshooting 17 Unpacking 9 UV Exposure 5 UV Light Shielding 6 Warranty 23 In addition to our light curing equipment Dymax also offers high performance oligomers adhesives and coatings DYMAXEDGE as well as a variety of dispensing equipment Our products are perfectly matched to work seamlessly with each other providing design engineers with tools to dramatically improve manufacturing efficiency and reduce costs LISTEN ENVISION DELIVER Dymax is committed to providing the best chemistry curing equipment and dispensing systems that offer customers complete manufacturing solutions for their challenging applications amp DYMAX 2006 2013 Dymax Corporation All rights reserved All trademarks in this guide except where noted are the property of or used under license by Dymax Corporation U S A Please note that most dispensing and curing system applications are unique Dymax does not warrant the
5. Power Switch on and allow the Lamp to warm up for five minutes before using NOTE If the Lamp does not ignite refer to the trouble shooting section of this manual Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Lamp Base Replacement Instructions 1 10 11 12 13 Turn off the power Remove the Power Cord and Interconnect Cord from the unit Remove the Lamp Reflector Assembly from the Mounting Stand and place it on a clean flat surface with the Lamp facing up Remove the Lamp refer to Lamp Replacement Procedure Remove the Lamp Reflector Assembly from the housing by removing the four screws two on each side from the Reflector Remove the two screws from the side of the unit holding the Igniter in place located inside a blue fireproof sleeve and remove from the sleeve Loosen the screws and remove the wires from the Igniter at locations marked N and La The black Teflon wire at location N will have to be clipped from the Lamp Base Wire and re stripped Remove both Lamp Bases and install the new Lamp Bases from the Lamp Base Replacement Kit Take one of the Lamp Bases and crimp on a supplied terminal PN 35202 This wire will be installed in the La location on the Igniter The remaining Lamp Base Wire will be joined with the black Teflon wire using the supplied terminal PN 35218 This wire will be installed in the N location on the Igniter Place the Igniter back into the blue firepr
6. Silver EC Series Flood Lamp User Guide 1200 EC 2000 EC amp 5000 EC UV Light Curing Flood Lamps Instructions for Safe Use Setup and Operation Maintenance Ordering Spare Parts and Accessories 400 Watt EC Power Supply F Clockwise from top left 2000 EC Lamp 5000 EC Lamp Complete EC Series Flood System 1200 EC Lamp amp DYMAX Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide About Dymax UV Visible light curable adhesives Systems for light curing fluid dispensing and fluid packaging Dymax manufactures industrial adhesives light curable adhesives epoxy resins cyanoacrylates and activator cured adhesives We also manufacture a complete line of manual fluid dispensing systems automatic fluid dispensing systems and light curing systems Light curing systems include LED light sources spot flood and conveyor systems designed for compatibility and high performance with Dymax adhesives Dymax adhesives and light curing systems optimize the speed of automated assembly allow for 100 in line inspection and increase throughput System designs enable stand alone configuration or integration into your existing assembly line Please note that most dispensing and curing system applications are unique Dymax does not warrant the fitness of the product for the intended application Any warranty applicable to the product its application and use is strictly limited to that contained in the Dymax standard Conditions of Sale D
7. age and notify the shipper of box damage immediately Open each box and check for equipment damage If parts are damaged notify the shipper and submit a claim for the damaged parts Contact Dymax so that new parts can be shipped to you immediately Check that the parts included in your order match those listed below If parts are missing contact your local Dymax representative or Dymax Customer Support to resolve the problem Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Parts Included in an EC Flood Lamp a Reflector Assembly Housing 1 Contains lamp sockets a high voltage starter three circular connectors and one reflector 1200 2000 or 5000 with an UV lamp 400 Watt metal halide Optional visible or mercury vapor bulbs available a UV Glass Filter for the 2000 EC 2 Optional a Solid State Power Supply 3 z Interconnection Cable 5 Connects the power supply to the lamp reflector assembly housing S Power Cord 4 North American power cord shown a UV Protection Goggles 6 z Hex Wrench 7 E Dymax EC Series UV Flood Lamps User Guide 8 Figure 4 EC Series Flood Lamp Unpacking Diagram Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide System Interconnection Figure 5 Interconnection Diagram 5 ld Part Description H Pat Description 1 Shutter Optional 5 Shutter Interconnect Cable Optional 2 Power Supply 8 Pin Connector 6 Plug Adapter Optional 3 Reflector 8 Pin Connector 7 Foot Pedal Optional 4 8 Pin
8. alized equipment System Components Flood Lamps 1200 EC The Dymax 1200 EC is a focused beam UV Light Curing Lamp used for the curing of UV light curable adhesives coatings and inks The unit s elliptical Reflector provides an intense 1 x 6 area of UV energy 4 5 away from the lower edge of the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing The 1200 EC employs convection cooling An optional Fan Ventilation Kit is available to remove excessive heat and ventilate curing vapors away from the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing Refer to the spare parts options section of this manual for more information on the Fan Ventilation Kit SSS Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide 2000 EC The Dymax 2000 EC is a general purpose UV Light Curing Flood Lamp with an effective curing area of approximately 8 x 8 making it ideal for batch processing or curing large areas An optional special Glass UV Filter may be installed in the 2000 EC Reflector to reduce UV B and UV C spectral emissions When operated correctly using the Glass UV Filter extensive shielding associated with many Lamps can be minimized The 2000 EC employs convection cooling An optional Fan Ventilation Kit is also available This kit removes excessive heat due to the Lamp s possible proximity to other heat sources or to remove vapors from under the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing during curing of UV light curable materials Refer to the spare parts options section of this manual for more in
9. continuous operation NOTE If the power is momentarily lost or the Lamp is inadvertently shut off it must cool down before restarting This may take 5 10 minutes depending on ambient conditions The Power Supply may be left energized while the Lamp is cooling The Lamp will re light when it has cooled sufficiently Each time the Lamp is turned on it should operate for at least five minutes to allow complete ionization of elements inside the Lamp Failure to do this may result in failure of the Lamp to restart Refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual for more information Cleaning and Maintenance Bulb Replacement Procedure 1 Every new EC Series Flood Lamp is supplied with a new 400 Watt Bulb When the Bulb requires replacement the following procedure must be followed 2 Turn the Power Switch off and disconnect the Power Supply from the electrical power source Allow the Bulb to cool CAUTION The Bulb operates at temperatures exceeding 500 C Touching the Bulb before sufficient cool down time is allowed will cause severe burns Always wear safety eye wear while replacing Bulb 3 Hold the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing securely and loosen the thumbscrew on the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing Bracket Lift the housing off the Mounting Stand and place upside down on a clean work surface 4 Remove the Glass UV Filter if installed in the 2000 EC by removing one Retaining Strap held by two 2 8 32 x 3 8 button head scre
10. ector Housing coded red Figure 6 NOTE Cables and receptacles are coded with color dots to assist in the installation of cables Connections may vary if using a Dymax Flood Lamp accessory such as a Mounting Stand Light Shield or Shutter See the connecting instruction in the operation manual for the appropriate Dymax accessory 6 Connect the opposite end of the Interconnect Cable to the Lamp Power Receptacle on rear panel of the Power Supply coded red 7 Make sure that the other Dymax accessories if any are also properly connected and operational 8 Plug the Power Cord into the Power Module located in the rear panel of the Power Supply Figure 7 and plug the other end of the Power Cord into an external AC source Figure 6 J3 Receptacle Figure 7 Power Module H i d lili ji Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Operation Turn the unit on by pressing on the Power Switch located to the left on front of the Power Supply panel The switch will light up to indicate that the power is on NOTE While most Lamps typically require less than 30 seconds to ignite anew Lamp will sometimes require several minutes After the Lamp has ignited allow five minutes for the Lamp to reach its maximum output intensity Lamp life is reduced approximately one hour each time it is started To avoid premature Lamp deterioration leave the unit on through breaks short shutdowns and lunch hours These UV Flood Lamps are designed for
11. ere some level of transparency is also desired Flexible Film Translucent UV blocking flexible urethane films can be used to quickly create workstation shielding This UV blocking flexible urethane film is available from Dymax call for assistance Ozone Standard Dymax bulbs UVA type generate an insignificant amount of UVC and therefore essentially no ozone Some UV light curing systems like those used to cure UV inks emit primarily shortwave UVB and UVC energy Upon exposure to UVC light specifically lt 240 nm oxygen molecules O3 split into oxygen atoms O and recombine with O to create ozone O3 The current long term ozone concentration limit recommended by ACGIH NIOSH and OSHA is 0 1 ppm 0 2mg m High Temperature Surfaces Surfaces exposed to high intensity curing lights will rise in temperature The intensity distance exposure time cooling fans and the type color of the surface can all affect the actual surface temperature In some cases exposed surfaces can reach temperatures capable of producing a burn or causing damage to a substrate In these cases care must be taken to ensure either a more moderate surface temperature or appropriate protection training for operators Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Bright Visible Light The bright visible light emitted by some UV light curing systems can be objectionable to some workers and can cause eyestrain Tinted eye protection and or opaque tinted
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13. fitness of the product for the intended application Any warranty applicable to the product its application and use is strictly limited to that contained in Dymax s standard Conditions of Sale Dymax recommends that any intended application be evaluated and tested by the user to insure that desired performance criteria are satisfied Dymax is willing to assist users in their performance testing and evaluation by offering equipment trial rental and leasing programs to assist in such testing and evaluations Data sheets are available for valve controllers or pressure pots upon request PN35903 MANOO7 8 19 2013 Dymax Corporation Dymax Oligomers amp Coatings Dymax Europe GmbH Dymax UV Adhesives amp Dymax UV Adhesives amp Dymax Asia H K Dymax Korea LLC 860 482 1010 860 626 7006 49 0 611 962 7900 Equipment Shenzhen Co Ltd Equipment Shanghai Co Ltd Limited 82 2 784 3434 info dymax com oligomers amp coatings dymax com info_de dymax com 86 755 83485759 86 21 37285759 852 2460 7038 info dymax kr www dymax com www dymax oc com www dymax de dymaxasia dymax com dymaxasia dymax com dymaxasia dymax com www dymax co kr www dymax com cn www dymax com cn www dymax com cn
14. formation on the Fan Ventilation Kit 5000 EC The Dymax 5000 EC is a general purpose UV Light Curing Flood Lamp with an effective curing area of approximately 5 x 5 It is ideal for small batch processing of UV adhesives and potting compounds Comparatively it provides more than twice the output intensity of a 2000 EC Flood Lamp for faster curing capability and the additional ability to cure conformal coating resins Figure 2 Lamp Reflector Housings Left to Right 1200 EC 5000 EC amp 2000 EC Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Co Solid State Power Supply The Solid State Power Supply allows external electrical inputs and provides power to the Lamp The front panel contains the On Off Power Switch and Hour Meter The Power Supply also houses its own Cooling Fan and power distribution for optional accessories The rear panel has an integrally fused AC Power Receptacle and an 8 pin female Amp Connector The Power Supply yields reliable and stabilized Lamp voltage in virtually any electrical system in the world Other than ensuring a properly configured plug is employed no other adjustment of settings is required The Power Supply also conditions the electrical power to the Lamp providing longer more reliable Lamp life Figure 3 EC Series Power Supply END a ir be mas Control astructions Assembly and Setup Unpacking and Inspecting Your Shipment When your flood lamp arrives inspect the boxes for dam
15. ion for additional Dymax locations can be found on the back cover of this user guide Dymax adhesive Product Data Sheets PDS on our website a Material Safety Data Sheets MSDS provided with shipments of Dymax adhesives Safety WARNING If you use a Dymax UV flood lamp system without first reading and understanding the information in this user guide injury can result from exposure to UV light To reduce the risk of injury read and ensure you understand the information in this user guide before assembling and operating an EC series flood lamp General Safety Considerations All users of Dymax light curing flood lamps should read and understand this user guide before assembling and using the system To learn about the safe handling and use of light curable formulations obtain and read the MSDS for each product Dymax includes an MSDS with each adhesive sold In addition fluid product MSDS can be requested through the Dymax website Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Specific Safety Considerations Dymax EC series flood lamps are designed to maximize operator safety and minimize exposure to UV light curing energy To use the unit safely it must be set up and operated in accordance with the instructions in this user guide Please also read and understand the safety considerations unique to UV light curing systems as described below WARNING Looking directly at the UV light emitted by an EC flood lamp can result in eye inj
16. ions WxDxH 26 7 cm x 22 9 x cm x 19 1 cm 26 7 cm x 22 9 cm x 19 1 cm 17 2 cm x 17 2 cm x 20 3 cm Weight 3 4 Ibs 1 5 kg 2 7 Ibs 1 2 kg Typical Initial Output 4 W cm2 1 W cm2 225 mW cm2 Intensity at UV A 365 nm oem 05 mW cm 5 mW cm Overall Unit Dimensions Approx W x D XH 16 x 12 x 19 40 6 cm x 30 5 cm x 48 3 cm Power Supply Dimensions Approx W xD XH Bulb Life 2 000 hours warranted 16 x 12 x 4 25 40 6 cm x 30 5 cm x 10 8 cm Hour Meter 99 999 9 hours non resettable 38560 400 Watt metal halide standard Bulbs 36970 400 Watt mercury vapor optional 36658 400 Watt visible optional 1200 EC Intensity 4 5 from bottom edge of lamp reflector assembly housing with the beam focused 5000 EC Intensity 3 below bottom edge of lamp reflector assembly housing All measured with an ACCU CAL 50 UV Radiometer calibrated and traceable to NIST Figure 11 EC Flood Lamp Spectral Output Spectral Outputs for DYMAX 400Watt Flood Bulbs 38560 Metal Halide 36970 Mercury 36658 Visible Relative Intensity Wavelength Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Electrical Specifications Table 2 Electrical Specifications Property Power Supply Power Outage Range Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Humidity Flood Lamps Main Voltage Line Frequency Current Consumption max Inrush Current max Electrical Regula
17. lamps a Ultraviolet B UV B UV of medium wavelength from within approximately 320 to 280 nm Dymax flood lamps produce some amount of their energy within this bandwidth a Ultraviolet C UV C UV of short wavelength below 280 nm we say from 280 to 200 nm a large amount of this energy is present in the sunlight OSHA 1910 145 Regulation of Accident prevention Signs and Tags defines the following headers as WARNING is used when there is a hazardous situation that has some probability of severe injury a CAUTION is used to indicate a hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to convey a message related directly or indirectly to the safety of personnel or protection of property Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Warranty From date of purchase Dymax Corporation offers a one year warranty against defects in material and workmanship on system components excluding bulbs and optical components with proof of purchase and purchase date Unauthorized repair modification or improper use of equipment may void your warranty benefits The use of aftermarket replacement parts not supplied or approved by Dymax Corporation will void any effective warranties and may result in damage to the equipment IMPORTANT NOTE DYMAX CORPORATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO INVALIDATE ANY WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED DUE TO ANY REPAIRS PERFORMED OR ATTEMPTED ON DYMAX EQUIPMENT WITHOUT WRITTEN
18. le E Lot number of the adhesive in question if applicable All returns to Dymax must be accompanied by a Return Authorization Number RAN This number must be obtained from a Dymax Customer Service Representative Spare Parts and Accessories Replacement Spare Parts Item Part Number Fuses Fuse F 6 25 Amp 35141 Personal Protection Equipment Protective Goggles Clear 35612 Protective Goggles Gray 35285 Lamps Lamp Metal Halide 400 Watt UV Standard 38560 Lamp Mercury Vapor 400 Watt UV Optional 36970 Lamp Visible 400 Watt Optional 36658 Lamp Base Replacement Kits 35979 Miscellaneous Optional Fan Assembly 2000 EC 1200 EC 38300 Optional Glass UV Filter 2000 EC Only 35899 Power Switch 36288 Repair Kit EC Silver Power Supply 41096 Stands Mounting Stand Kit for the 5000 EC 38289 Mounting Stand Kit for the 1200 EC amp 2000 EC 38290 Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Accessories Several optional accessories are available to enhance efficiency and operation of Dymax EC Series UV Light Curing Flood Lamps Contact your authorized Dymax distributor manufacturing representative or Dymax for more information on these options UV Radiometer PN 39561 Dymax offers an ACCU CAL 50 for monitoring the UV intensity of the EC Series Flood Lamps This Radiometer is calibrated to measure UVA output 320 390 nm wavelength Features include m Auto ranging digital readout 1 0 to 40 000 mW cm
19. ner generating ultraviolet visible and infrared radiant energy from burning matter stimulated by electrical power conditioned by a proper power supply which is an integral part of a lamp A light source is usually placed into a reflector of various geometry to increase light source efficiency by collecting and directing radiant energy of selected spectra for a given curing process Luminance Luminous flux energy of visible light incident per unit area and measured in Lx lux or Lumen cm Ozone oxidizing agent 0 produced by the action of ultraviolet radiant energy below 185 nm or electrical corona discharge of oxygen on air Ultraviolet UV The invisible region of the spectrum just beyond the violet end of the visible region Wavelength ranges in general from 1 0 to 400 nm Dymax lamps bulbs do not radiate energy in deep ultraviolet there are very minute amounts below 220 nm and practically nothing can be sensed below 200 nm This is due to the use of ozone blocking quartz bulb envelope See Ozone Ultraviolet is used beneficially in various fields of industry and medicine In order to standardize light sources used in medicine the International Congress on Light in Copenhagen in 1932 recommended dividing the ultraviolet spectrum into three spectral parts a Ultraviolet A UV A UV of long wavelength from within approximately 400 to 320 nm of the spectral band 4000 to 32009 predominately produced by Dymax flood
20. oof sleeve and fasten to the side of the Housing using the two screws that had been removed in Step 6 Place the Reflector back into the Housing and fasten with the four remaining screws Place the Lamp back into the unit Fuse Replacement Procedure The EC Series 400 Watt Power Supply utilizes two Line Input Fuses These Fuses are external and are located in the Power Cord Receptacle at the rear of the Power Supply Housing They are 6 25 Amp slow blow Fuses WARNING Electrical shock hazard Exercise extreme care when replacing Fuses Make sure only qualified personnel perform Fuse replacement and that all Power Switches are off and the Power Cord is unplugged Replacing External Fuses 1 rA a Turn the Power Switch on the Power Supply off Unplug the Power Cord from the electrical source Unplug the Power Cord from the Power Cord Receptacle at the rear of the Power Supply Housing Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide 4 Place a small flat blade screwdriver into the notch at the top of the Plug Recess and pull the Fuse Cover downwards approximately 70 The Fuse Retainer should be exposed and should be removed by pulling it straight out Figure 10 Figure 10 Replacing Fuses in the Power Supply WARNING For contnusd protection replies anty with the same type and rating of fuse 5 Slide out the blown Fuses and replace with new 6 25 Amp slow blow Fuses CAUTION Itis important to replace this Fuse with the
21. same 6 25 Amp rated slow blow type Fuse 6 Slide the Fuse Cover back into the Receptacle until it is fully seated then rotate the cover upward until it latches 7 Install the Power Cord and connect it to the electrical power source 8 Turn the Power Switch on Cleaning Periodically remove and clean the optional Glass UV Filter if installed Follow Step 5 in the Bulb Replacement Procedure for removal Clean with any standard glass cleaner or use isopropyl alcohol for heavy deposits Reinstall the Glass UV Filter by following Step 2 of the Installation Procedure NOTE The optional Glass UV Filter for the 2000 EC loses its ability to transmit UV over time This is due to solarization of the glass caused by the intense UV radiation Cleaning can extend the useful life of the Filter but its transmission should be monitored periodically and replaced as necessary Failure to regularly clean the Glass UV Filter will result in reduced UV output to the resin being cured thereby increasing the time required to achieve optimum cure Periodically clean the Bulb and Reflector surfaces A soft clean cloth and any standard glass cleaner should be used Heavier deposits may require cleaning with isopropyl alcohol CAUTION Cleaning the Reflector with a rough or dirty cloth will result in a dulled surface thereby reducing reflectance and decreasing UV output Use only a soft clean cloth Any uncured resins spilled onto the Flood Lamp can
22. shielding can be utilized to address this concern Summary UV light sources can be more worker friendly than many commonly accepted industrial processes provided the potential concerns are addressed Both the lower working temperature and lack of spurious frequency transmission that this system produces make it even more user friendly Contact your Dymax representative for information regarding the proper use of Dymax light curing systems Product Overview Description of the EC Series Flood Lamps Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps are general purpose curing units used to cure UV light curable adhesives coatings and inks These light sources are exceptionally versatile and expandable allowing them to be utilized in an array of manufacturing situations and applications including bonding potting sealing and encapsulating Each unit is designed and shipped in a unitized configuration for easy bench top mounting These flood lamps can also be custom configured so the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing can be mounted in a remote curing location away from the Power Supply Several Lamp Reflector Assembly Housings can be mounted side by side in a linear configuration such as on conveyor systems or a large area array The Power Supplies can then be stacked and mounted remotely to provide consolidated operator control The Lamp Reflector Assembly Housings are designed with clean unobstructed surfaces making them easy to install in existing or speci
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24. tion Output Protection Auxiliary DC Outputs Specification Factory set to 395 Watts O to 50 C 20 to 80 C 0 90 non condensing 90 264 VAC 47 63 Hz 115 VAC 8A 230 VAC 4A 30A 2 5 for effects of load line temperature Short circuit and overload protected 24V 1A available for lamp housing fan and shutters 24V 0 5A and 6V unregulated Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Definition of Terms Brightness also known as Luminance Description of energy in the visible region of the spectrum approximately from 400 to 700 nm and recorded in photometric units Intensity see below of visible light energy is called Illuminance Dose irradiance integrated over time or Irradiance W cm x Time s Dose Joules cm NOTE Watt is the power that gives rise to the production of energy at the rate of 1 joule J per second s Flood Lamp System set of components arranged to generate collect condition and direct UV radiant energy to perform curing of engineering adhesives coatings and inks within a safe and controlled process It includes a lamp housing and power supply and may also include a shutter workstation UV enclosure Dymax light shield and or accessories Intensity a measure of light energy over the unit of surface area usually the surface at the specified working distance from the bottom of the reflector housing in W cm or mW cm Lamp light source bulb or bur
25. uide 3 mW cm of UVA light and also include the more dangerous UVB light primarily responsible for sun tans sun burns and skin cancer as well Checking the Workstation The human eye cannot detect pure UV light only visible light A radiometer should be used to measure stray UV light to confirm the safety of a UV light curing process A workstation that exposes an operator to more than 1 mW cm of UVA continuously should be redesigned Protecting Operators Light curing technology can be a regulatory compliant worker friendly manufacturing process when the proper safety equipment and operator training is utilized There are two ways to protect operators from UV exposure shield the operator and or shield the source Shield the Operator UV Blocking Eye Protection UV blocking eye protection is recommended when operating UV light curing systems Both clear and tinted UV blocking eye protection is available from Dymax UV Blocking Skin Protection Where the potential exists for UV exposure upon skin opaque UV blocking clothing gloves and full face shields are recommended Shield the Source of UV Any substrate that blocks UV light can be used as a shield to protect workers from stray UV light The following materials can be used to create simple shielding structures Rigid Plastic Film Transparent or translucent UV blocking plastics typically polycarbonate or acrylic are commonly used to create shielding wh
26. ury To prevent eye injury never look directly at the high intensity light and always wear protective goggles provided Dymax UV Light Curing System Safety Considerations Operators must understand these four concepts to use the UV light source safely m UV exposure High temperature surfaces Ozone a Bright visible light Each is described below UV Exposure Standard Dymax UV light curing systems and bulbs have been designed primarily to emit UVA light Figure 1 UVA light is generally considered the safest of the three UV ranges UVA UVB and UVC Although OSHA does not currently regulate ultraviolet light exposure in the workplace the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists ACGIH does recommend Threshold Limit Values TLVs for ultraviolet light Figure 1 UV Spectrum Portion of the spectrum that DYMAX primarily emits Germicidal Sunburns eee UVC UVB K UVA en 200 220 240 260 280 300 320 340 360 380 400 420 440 460 480 500 520 540 560 580 600 620 640 660 680 700 Wavelength nm 001 nm 1 nm 1000 nm 1mm 1m 1km Wavelength nm The strictest interpretation of the TLV over the UVA range for workers eyes and skin is 1 mW cm intensity continuous exposure Unless workers are placing bare hands into the curing area it is unusual to exceed these limits To put 1 mW cm limit into perspective cloudless summer days in Connecticut regularly exceed SSS Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User G
27. utput Visually inspect the Bulb for signs of contamination Quartz Envelope must be free from any contamination Examine reflector surface for contaminants should be a clean shiny surface Examine the Glass UV Filter for signs of contamination Corrective Action Secure all connections Replace Fuses if defective Replace the Lamp Bases if corrosion exists both Lamp Bases should be replaced at the same time Replace the Bulb if defective typical Bulb life 2 000 hours Expected value 290 340 V rms Square Wave Replace the Power Supply Board if defective Expected value 4 5 KV ignition pulse superimposed on the square wave Replace if defective Replace the Power Supply Board Replace the Bulb if beyond the useful life typical life 2 000 hours Clean the Bulb with a soft lint free cloth and isopropyl alcohol Bulb may have to be replaced if contamination is burned into Quartz Envelope Clean the Reflector with a soft lint free cloth and isopropyl alcohol or an equivalent Clean the Glass UV Filter with a soft lint free cloth and isopropyl alcohol or an equivalent Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide NOTE When contacting Dymax an authorized Dymax distributor or manufacturer s representative be sure to know and provide the following Model number of equipment in question 5 Serial number of equipment in question i Product number of the adhesive in question if applicab
28. ws with a 3 32 hex wrench If the optional Glass UV Filter is installed loosen the two 2 8 32 x 3 8 button head screws in the remaining Retainer Strap so that the Glass UV Filter can slide out 5 Reach into the Reflector and grasp the flat area of Bulb at either end Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide 6 10 11 12 CAUTION Always use a soft clean rag clean paper towel or gloves when handling the Bulb Skin oils left on the Bulb will burn into the quartz reducing output intensity If the Bulb is inadvertently touched clean the Bulb thoroughly with a soft clean rag and alcohol Figure 8 Bulb in Reflector Grasp Sockets Lightly push the Bulb toward the Socket on the opposite end of the Lamp so that the end being grasped can be lifted clear of the Socket Figure 9 Figure 9 Bulb Removal Install the new Bulb by following Steps 5 6 and 7 in the reverse order IMPORTANT Install the Bulb such that the seal dimple on the bulge of the glass is facing towards the Reflector surface Avoid touching the quartz tube with your fingers NOTE Bulb has no polarity Record the serial number of the unit and the hour meter reading in the Bulb History Record Replace the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing on the Mounting Stand by engaging the Mounting Bracket Secure the thumbscrew when the Lamp Reflector Assembly Housing is at the proper height Reconnect the Power Cord to the appropriate power source Turn the
29. ymax recommends that any intended application be evaluated and tested by the user to ensure that desired performance criteria are satisfied Dymax is willing to assist users in their performance testing and evaluation by offering equipment trial rental and leasing programs to assist in such testing and evaluations Data sheets are available for valve controllers or pressure pots upon request Dymax EC Series Flood Lamps User Guide Contents BEA EMCO a asoatae as oe sing wives sew ea sets ive viv nc ates veins A A E AA A A N 4 introduction to the User a Sassi cashes erii EE ETE REENE E EE EEE EEEE EEVEE AEE 4 METS GETE I eee E A N E T 4 S AE A E saw ont ee AAA 4 General SAlety Consider atio scesdicsduwsasiscananancatacecsitsennndecdamecansenmeanesteucesdeunwadvchawuievnsaniasneeGuiadseavedbaeumsdunceagaaneeOuesdsbceacetunes 4 Specific Safety Considerati iS scsnccascantccvaisanecnenans soenetuevenosdeicdubeduetanbeisascevniwataundicaederaiualechessausennewelenndisauesteauatndeesiaabnecenens 5 Dymax UV Light Curing System Safety Considerations cccccccssssececceseeceeceesececcaeeceecaesecessueueceesaeaecessaaaecessaaaeeeessgaeses 5 Product OvVervie W vcsiccsiccatecatsanesencieasanessanseeseseneseasseassnsssengnonesancasossacseasieasieesiseaiueedsua aasteencesunsenisestnenereseapieneiees 7 Description of the EC Series Flood Lamps essssnessseenssseeeessrrresssrressrrersssrersssrersssrersssreressreressreressreressreressreressreresseer
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