
Description
2-1
Part 1105120-01
E 2013 Nordson Corporation
Section 2
Description
Introduction
This manual covers the Nordson CoolWave 2 610 Ultraviolet Microwave
Curing System. It provides safety, installation, operation, and
troubleshooting and repair information for the system and its components.
What is UV Curing?
Ultraviolet curing is achieved by a chemical reaction in special inks and
coatings when intense UV energy is focused on them. Curing efficiency
depends on UV power, coating weight, operation speed, type of substrates,
material chemistry, and other factors.
The UV Curing System
The system is designed to cure UV inks, adhesives, and coatings for
numerous industrial applications. The system consists of an individual 10-in.
lamphead, a corresponding variable output system controller, a RF detector,
and appropriate cables. Additional lampheads can be lined up end-to-end to
form longer curing widths.
How Does it Work?
Inside the lamphead, a microwave generator (magnetron) operating at 2400
to 2500 MHz excites a 10-inch medium pressure UV bulb. Microwave
energy from a magnetron is directed by a wave guide to the UV bulb. A
screen located at the opening of the cavity allows the UV light emitted by
the bulb to pass through while containing the microwave radiation.
The wavelength of the emitted UV light is between 220 and
470 nanometers. Power output is 600 watts per inch.
Light shielding is required to protect the operator and meet safety criteria. If
shielding cannot fully contain the UV light, then the operator should be
provided with protective equipment (refer to Safety in this manual).
Comentarios a estos manuales