GEW UV LED Lamp Replacement

GEW UV LED Lamp Replacement

UV curing lamps work to cure or dry coatings of ink on graphics and signs.replacement gew uv lamp They use the power of light to dry and harden the inks without using heat, which is a much more eco-friendly option than curing with the help of traditional mercury lamp systems that produce volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These bulbs are designed with different arc lengths and spectral fills for various printing applications. These bulbs are also available in different voltages for optimum performance and safety.

As the industry leader in UV LED curing, GEW has developed an extensive range of products to meet any printing and converting application.replacement gew uv lamp Their range includes both arc and LED models for sheetfed and web offset, label, narrow web, wood coating and more. Their products are available for new machinery and can be retrofitted to existing press equipment for ultimate flexibility.

GEW's latest product, the fully air-cooled AeroLED2, takes LED technology to new heights.replacement gew uv lamp Designed to replace GEW's acclaimed water-cooled LeoLED system, it offers a choice of regular or high power options that improve electrical, UV dose and UV irradiance specifications compared to their predecessor, as well as backward compatibility for maximum flexibility on press. Moreover, the system eliminates the need for a chiller with air being extracted via a single centralised fan sited away from the press.

This makes the system easier to install with a more compact footprint.replacement gew uv lamp It also reduces energy consumption by up to 65% when compared to a mercury lamp system of equivalent specification. Moreover, the LED diodes are expected to last up to 5 years with an optional warranty.

As a result of these advantages, the system is more reliable and requires less maintenance than an arc lamp.replacement gew uv lamp There are no filaments or ignitors to burn out, so there is minimal downtime and risk of production loss. Lastly, the LED diodes emit very little heat so the press can run at higher speeds with less energy consumption, making the system an exceptionally cost-effective alternative to mercury lamp systems.

A GEW UV LED retrofit is also quick and easy to implement. Customers who already have a GEW RHINO or RLT power supply and arc lamps on their press can upgrade to LED in under an hour by simply changing the cassettes and running a software upgrade.

This was the case for a recent sheetfed retrofit at CBS Printing in Smeeton Grange, Australia. This business has made a big investment in bringing their Ryobi press up to date and the GEW LED system was seen as the best way to achieve this goal. Find out more about their experiences in this short video.

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