Advantages of UV LED Technology

In the past, UV work was done with UV lamps, specifically mercury-vapor lamps. But since the invention of the aluminium gallium nitride LED in the early 2000s, UV lamps have begun to be replaced. Why?

UV LEDs Have Reduced Running Costs

  • Power consumption reduced by 60 - 70% compared to the UV lamp method.

  • Instant start (5ms or less), making warm-up before use unnecessary.

  • ON / OFF control eliminates the need for constant lighting.

  • Dimming is possible, leading to power saving.

  • UV LED life is generally 20 times longer than UV lamp life

UV LEDs Are Less Affected by Heat

Unlike UV lamps, UV LEDs do not generate infrared rays, which greatly reduces damage to heat-sensitive materials.

UV LEDs Offer a Shorter Cure Time

Cure times are short (generally 0.1 to several seconds), which shortens production times.

UV LEDs Have a Compact Configuration

UV lamps require extensive cooling and exhaust systems. UV LEDs do not, yielding a more compact configuration. Many of our products rely on simple air cooling, resulting in extremely compact designs.

UV LEDs Protect the Natural Environment

UV LEDs do not require mercury, unlike UV lamps, so there is no emission into the environment. Plus, with significantly lower power consumption, LEDs dramatically reduce CO2 emissions.

Interested in Learning More?

View our guide to picking the right UV LED system, our online mini-catalogue of UV LED products, or contact us with your questions!