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Discover how ProPhotonix’s UVC-Pro Area Light enables high-performance UV inspection systems.
Designed with 265nm, this compact, stackable LED solution delivers consistent, uniform illumination for inspection, fluorescence-based analysis, and advanced imaging applications.
265nm LED Illumination Engineered for Imaging Applications
As machine vision and industrial imaging systems advance, the demand for narrowband, stable ultraviolet light sources has increased. Traditional mercury-based UV lamps are now being phased out due to safety, regulatory, and integration limitations. For critical workflows where output uniformity, wavelength stability, and intensity control directly impact system performance, a more purpose-built solution is required.
The UVC-Pro Area Light delivers precision-tuned 265nm illumination in a compact, configurable form factor. Designed for fluorescence-based defect detection, pharmaceutical analysis, and UV-based surface inspection, it provides a powerful, integration-ready lighting solution that enables and extends modern industrial workflows well into the future.
Why 265nm?
265nm illumination provides wavelength-specific excitation for fluorescence detection and analytical imaging. Systems requiring dependable UV performance for material analysis, contaminant detection, or surface verification benefit from stable, narrowband UVC output.
Unlike mercury lamps, which emit broad spectra requiring external filters, the UVC-Pro Area Light delivers direct, application-specific illumination with no excess noise in the spectrum.
Key Performance Features
- Stable Output: Up to 35mW/cm² of irradiance at 265nm for reliable imaging
- Uniform Illumination: Even distribution enables consistent inspection results
- Compact, Stackable Design: Modular form factor enables system designers to scale illumination across wider fields of view.
This balance between mechanical design and optical output enables engineers to develop high-performance systems without introducing thermal or integration complexity.
Built for System Integration
The UVC-Pro Area Light is engineered with OEM system requirements in mind. Its compact form-factor, flexible mounting, and modular scalability make it easy to deploy in both standalone and inline machine vision stations.
Target Applications:
- Fluorescence-based pharmaceutical and chemical inspection
- Adhesive and coating verification
- UV-reactive marker detection
- Sorting and surface inspection in sterile production environments
Why Choose LED Over Mercury?
Solid-state UVC lighting provides significant advantages:
- Instant start-up, minimal warm-up time
- Longer lifespan and reduced recalibration cycles
- No hazardous materials or special disposal required
- Compact form factor for easier system integration
LED technology offers the stability and control required for repeatable results in regulated industries without the drawbacks of legacy systems.
Conclusion: A Smarter Approach to UV Illumination
With its narrowband 265nm output, thermal stability, and system-ready design, the UVC-Pro Area Light is an advanced solution for industrial engineers. Whether used for fluorescence inspection, material verification, or UV-based quality control, it brings efficiency and performance together in one stackable platform.
