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    Find the right lumen level to brighten your space. Then, compare the way warm, neutral, and cool lighting affect the appearance of everyday objects.

    Pivoting-Head Cordless Portable Work Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Portable Work Lights. Pivoting-Head Cordless Portable Work Lights, Style E.

    Style E

    Aim light where it’s needed most in areas that don't have an electrical outlet.
    Nonreplaceable LED and Ultraviolet
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Portable Work Lights. Pivoting-Head Cordless Portable Work Lights, Style E.

    Style E

    Rechargeable Battery—Lights with rechargeable batteries include a USB charging cord.
    Style E—Style E help you find fluid leaks and detect flaws and contaminants on a surface—they have an ultraviolet light in addition to a white light. Their white light helps you distinguish similar hues. They show color more accurately than most LEDs. Use them where color identification is critical, such as paint inspection and wiring. The base is magnetic, so you can attach them to most metal surfaces, and a hook folds out for hanging. Designed tough, they can withstand a drop from up to 6 feet without breaking.
    ANSI/PLATO FL 1—Floodlights tested against ANSI/PLATO FL 1 standards confirm the accuracy of performance attributes such as beam distance, impact resistance, and battery life.
    Overall
    LED
    Batteries
    Style
    Light
    Adjustability
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Light Intensity
    Setting
    Light Appearance
    Included
    No.
    Required
    Battery Charging
    Time, hr.
    Mount Type
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Rechargeable Battery
    EVertical10 3/4"1 3/16"500 lm (3 hr.)
    400 lm (3 hr.)
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    Daylight (6,000 K)
    Neutral (4,000 K)
    Yes14Hook, MagneticANSI/PLATO FL 12346N21000000
     

    Penlights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flashlights. Penlights, Style F.

    Style F

    Slip these penlights into your pocket to always have a flashlight on hand.
    Style F
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flashlights. Penlights, Style F.
    Style F detect fluid leaks and surface contaminants with their ultraviolet light. The light enhances contrast and makes fluorescing dyes, particles, and chemicals shine brightly.
    Spot Beam—Lights with a spot beam have a bright center for long-distance illumination.
    Flood Beam—Lights with a flood beam are especially good for close-up tasks and inspection work.
    IP54 Enclosure Rating—IP-rated lights withstand liquid splashes from all angles. An IP54 rating means they’re also sealed against dust.
    Beam
    Overall
    Battery
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Light
    Setting
    Distance
    Pattern
    Color
    Light Tech.
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Material
    Included
    Charger
    Included
    Charging
    Time, hr.
    Includes
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Color
    Each
    Rechargeable Battery
     
    Fixed Beam Focus
    500 lm (Not Rated)
    285 lm (1.5 hr.)
    120 lm (3 hr.)
    16 lm (16 hr.)
    110 lm (3.25 hr.)
    35 lm (5.75 hr.)
    Burst
    High Beam
    Medium Beam
    Low Beam
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    410 ft.
    280 ft.
    180 ft.
    60 ft.
    40 ft.
    20 ft.
    Spot
    Spot
    Spot
    Spot
    Flood
    Flood
    WhiteLED, Ultraviolet3 3/16"1 1/8"Aluminum
    YesYes2Two-Way ClipIP54
    Black6655T215000000
     

    UV and White Light Inspection Headlamps

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Inspection Lights. UV and White Light Inspection Headlamps, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Ultraviolet Inspection Lights. UV and White Light Inspection Headlamps, Style B.

    Style A

    Style B

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Spot Beam. UV and White Light Inspection Headlamps.

    Spot Beam

    Detect leaks and contamination while keeping both your hands free. These headlamps use UV light to reveal dyes, particles, and chemicals with fluorescent qualities, making cracks and defects easy to spot. Each headlamp also has a regular LED light to see in dim and dark areas. Both bulbs emit a focused, flood light beam that works best for close-up inspections.
    Motion Sensor—Headlamps with a motion sensor switch between brightnesses, beam patterns, and bulb types with a wave of your hand. They’re helpful when your gloves are oily or dirty. You can also press a button to switch between these modes. The additional spot beam pattern has a wide angle to illuminate at a distance.
    Beam
    Overall
    Batteries
    Style
    Head
    Tilt
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Light Intensity Setting
    Distance,
    ft.
    Color
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Ht.
    Strap
    Material
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Electrical
    Connection
    Included
    No.
    Required
    Size
    Type
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Features
    Each
    LED and Ultraviolet Bulbs
     
    Fixed Beam Focus with Flood Pattern
    A90°300 lm (16 hr.)
    90 lm (43 hr.)
    High Beam
    Low Beam
    150White2 1/4"1 1/2"1 1/4"Nylon
    IP04
    Yes3AAADisposable2048K914000000
     
    Fixed Beam Focus with Flood and Spot Pattern
    B500 lm (2 hr.)
    160 lm (4 hr.)
    135 lm (4 hr.)
    High Beam
    Medium Beam
    Low Beam
    150White2 3/8"1 1/2"1 3/8"Nylon
    USB-CYesRechargeable1Motion Sensor6873N1100000
     

    Ultraviolet Disinfecting Light Bulbs

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disinfecting Light Bulbs. Ultraviolet Disinfecting Light Bulbs, Tubular Bi-Pin Base.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disinfecting Light Bulbs. Ultraviolet Disinfecting Light Bulbs, Twin Tube Two-Pin Wedge Base.

    Tubular Bi-Pin Base

    Twin Tube Two-Pin

    Wedge Base

    Image of Product. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Disinfecting Light Bulbs. Ultraviolet Disinfecting Light Bulbs, Twin Tube Four-Pin Base.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disinfecting Light Bulbs. Ultraviolet Disinfecting Light Bulbs, Tubular Screw-In Base.

    Twin Tube Four-Pin

    Base

    Tubular

    Screw-In Base

    Disinfect air, water, and surfaces without chemical cleaners. These light bulbs use shortwave ultraviolet radiation, also called UV-C, to kill viruses and bacteria. They’re often used in surface cleaning lights, air purifiers, and water treatment systems.
    Ultraviolet radiation can harm your skin and eyes. For safety, install these bulbs in fixtures with UV protection or wear UV-protective gear while using them.
    Rated Life—The length of time these bulbs will effectively kill germs. Replace them after the listed period, even if they still light up.
    Cannot Be Sold To—Bulbs cannot be sold to Canada due to import regulations. Those that cannot be sold to outside the United States are due to pesticide regulations.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Wattage,
    W
    Bulb
    Material
    Bulb Trade
    No.
    Bulb Base
    No.
    Rated Life,
    hr.
    Wavelength
    Type
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Cannot Be Sold To
    Each
    Tubular Bi-Pin Base
     
    T5 Bulb (5/8" Bulb Dia.)
    5 1/4"4GlassG4T5G56,000UV-C254Outside United States9188K22000000
    12"8GlassG8T5G58,000UV-C254Canada9188K1200000
     
    T8 Bulb (1" Bulb Dia.)
    17 1/8"15GlassG15T8G138,000UV-C254Canada9188K1300000
    35 1/8"30GlassG30T8G138,000UV-C254Canada9188K1400000
     
    T10 Bulb (1 1/4" Bulb Dia.)
    23 1/8"19GlassG20T10G138,000UV-C254Canada9188K1700000
    47 1/8"40GlassG40T10G138,000UV-C254Canada9188K1800000
     
    Twin Tube Two-Pin Wedge Base
     
    T12 Bulb
    4 5/8"9GlassG9T12G239,000UV-C2549188K1500000
     
    Twin Tube Four-Pin Base
     
    T16 Bulb
    14 7/8"36GlassG36T162G119,000UV-C2549188K1600000
     
    Tubular Screw-In Base
     
    T3 Bulb (11/16" Bulb Dia.)
    2"3GlassGTL3E172,000UV-C254Outside United States9188K2300000
     

    Light Meters for UV Light

    Measure the intensity of UV light to track equipment performance and ensure safety. These meters are often used in sterilization systems, curing applications—such as coatings and adhesives—and for monitoring blue-light UV radiation from welding equipment. All have a data hold function, allowing you to keep measurements on the screen so you have time to write them down. To preserve battery life, they shut off automatically. These meters are CE marked as meeting European safety standards.
    Always wear UV-protective glasses and clothing when collecting measurements. These meters are not for use with lasers.
    Light Meters for UV-A/UV-B
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Meters. Light Meters for UV Light, Light Meters for UV-A/UV-B.
    For UV-A/UV-B Wavelength
    Range, nm
    Light Measurement Range
    Accuracy
    Batteries
    Included
    Features
    Includes
    Each
    290 to 3901 µW/cm² to 3,999 mW/cm²±5%YesAuto Power Off, Data HoldProtective Pouch3581N210000000
    Light Meters for UV-A/UV-C
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Meters. Light Meters for UV Light, Light Meters for UV-A/UV-C.
    Meters for UV-A and UV-C wavelengths measure with two sensors, one for long-wave light and one for short-wave light. An included SD card stores timestamped readings in Excel format for transfer to a PC. Save and retrieve the high and low measurements you’ve taken using the minimum/maximum memory feature. The built-in tilt stand props these meters up, so you don’t have to hold them.
    For UV-A Wavelength
    For UV-C Wavelength
    Light Meters
    Light Meters with
    Calibration Certificate
    Range, nm
    Light Measurement
    Range, µW/cm²
    Range, nm
    Light Measurement
    Range, mW/cm²
    Accuracy
    Light Sensor
    Cable Lg., ft.
    Batteries
    Included
    Features
    Includes
    Each
    Each
    280 to 3900 to 2,000240 to 2800 to 20±4%3YesAuto Power Off, Built-In Tilt Stand, Data Hold, Min./Max. Memory, Storage for up to 99 readings1 GB SD Card, AC Adapter, Case3581N110000000003581N22000000000
    Thermocouples

    Flashlights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flashlights. Flashlights, Style J.

    Style J

    Always have a light handy. These flashlights use disposable batteries, so you can swap in a new set at any time without waiting for a charge.
    Fixed Beam Focus
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flashlights. Flashlights, Style J.

    Style J

    LED—LED flashlights last longer, are more efficient, and generate less heat than xenon and krypton flashlights.
    Style J—Style J have a UV light that illuminates fluorescent dyes, particles, and chemicals to help you spot leaks and contaminants.
    Spot—Flashlights with a spot beam have a bright center for long-distance illumination.
    Beam
    Overall
    Battery
    Style
    Brightness (Battery
    Life)
    Distance
    Pattern
    Color
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Material
    Switch
    Location
    Included
    No.
    Required
    Size
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Color
    Each
    LED and Ultraviolet
    J380 lm (3.75 hr.)85 ft.SpotBlue, White4005 3/8"1 1/2"Aluminum
    HandleYes3AAAIP54
    Black9206N15000000
     

    Wire-Terminal-Base Miniature Light Bulbs

    Connect these bulbs to a power source through a panel using the wire terminals. They fit into tight spaces in equipment and electronic assemblies. Brightness is measured in lumens; the higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb.
    Ultraviolet LED
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulbs. Wire-Terminal-Base Miniature Light Bulbs, Ultraviolet LED.
    Ultraviolet LED bulbs are often used to sterilize surfaces, cure adhesives, and detect leaks. Ultraviolet light is invisible to the human eye.
    Bulb
    Voltage
    Wattage
    Brightness
    Material
    Dia.,
    mm
    Lg.
    Shape
    No.
    Color
    Beam
    Angle
    Rated
    Life
    Wire Terminal
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    9V DC (265 ohm)
    24V DC (1,015 ohm)
    0.12 WNot RatedPlastic50.34"T1 3/4Clear15°
    1,000 hr.1 1/8"1.465"101823N11500000
    Variable Resistors

    Ultraviolet Curing Chambers

    Safely cure light-activated adhesives, coatings, and ink or strengthen 3D-printed resin parts with UV light in these enclosed chambers. Also known as flood curing, they evenly cure your parts. They work just like a microwave. Plug them in, set your time, and they’re ready to cure.
    Formlabs Ultraviolet and LED Chambers with Turntable
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Curing Chambers. Formlabs Ultraviolet and LED Chambers with Turntable.
    Formlabs chambers can be preheated to save you curing time. While they’ll work on any resin 3D-printed parts, if you use them with parts made of Formlabs resins, you can choose preset cure times and temperature settings for consistent results.
    Chambers with a turntable rotate parts under the lights for even exposure while curing. Because these chambers use low-intensity LED bulbs and only operate when the door is closed, additional UV-protective glasses or clothing while using them are not required.
    Inside
    Overall
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Light Intensity
    @ Distance
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Wattage,
    W
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Housing
    Material
    Each
    405Not Rated10 3/8"9 7/8"9 7/8"15 7/8"13 1/4"14"1506Plastic3521N2010000000
    Ultraviolet and LED Chambers with Turntable
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Curing Chambers. Ultraviolet and LED Chambers with Turntable.
    Chambers with a turntable rotate parts under the lights for even exposure while curing. Because these chambers use low-intensity LED bulbs and only operate when the door is closed, additional UV-protective glasses or clothing while using them are not required.
    Inside
    Overall
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Light Intensity
    @ Distance
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Wattage,
    W
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Housing
    Material
    Each
    405Not Rated17 3/4"15 3/4"15 3/4"24"19"17 3/4"905Aluminum
    3521N13000000000
    Ultraviolet Chambers with Shelf
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Curing Chambers. Adjustable Shelf, Ultraviolet.
    Chambers with a shelf create a deep, consistent cure and work best with small and flat parts. You can position parts closer to the bulb with the adjustable shelf for a faster curing. To carefully cure sensitive parts, adjust the light intensity level. An automatic lamp shutter covers and reduces power to the bulb when you open the door. You should always wear UV-protective glasses and clothing when the system is turned on because of their high-intensity light. To remotely monitor and control these chambers, connect them to a computer or PLC.
    Cannot Be Sold to Canada—Chambers and replacement bulbs that cannot be sold to Canada are restricted by regulations on limiting mercury content.
    Chambers
    Replacement
    Bulbs
    Inside
    Overall
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Light Intensity
    @ Distance
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    No. of Bulbs
    Included
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Housing
    Material
    Includes
    Cannot Be
    Sold To
    Each
    Each
    320 to 390115 mW/cm² @ 3"9"9"10 1/4"19"12"16"40017 1/2Aluminum
    UV Protective GlassesCanada3521N110000000003521N120000000

    Portable Ultraviolet Disinfecting Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disinfecting Lights. Portable Ultraviolet Disinfecting Lights, Plastic Housing.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disinfecting Lights. Portable Ultraviolet Disinfecting Lights, Powder-Coated Aluminum Housing.

    Plastic

    Housing

    Powder-Coated

    Aluminum

    Housing

    Carry these lights throughout your facility to disinfect hard, smooth surfaces and objects without chemical cleaners. They use UV-C light to kill viruses, bacteria, and other germs in seconds. These lights use the same trusted technology hospitals rely on to disinfect rooms between patients. They’re made in an EPA registered facility and meet pesticide device requirements. For safety, always wear UV-protective gear and the included UV-blocking eye protection while the light is on.
    Plastic Housing—Our most economical option. These lights are lightweight and deliver strong light intensity for quick disinfection. They’re less durable than lights with a metal housing.
    Hanging Hook—Two swivel hooks let you hang these lights horizontally. Mount both on one surface to disinfect below and keep the light hands-free.
    Test Strips—Confirm your light is disinfecting properly with these included strips. They change color when exposed to germicidal UV-C light.
    Light Intensity @ Distance—Measures the power of ultraviolet radiation from these lights. The effectiveness of UV-C disinfection depends on light intensity and exposure time—higher intensity shortens disinfection time. These lights deliver higher intensity than other similarly priced lights, so they disinfect quicker. To increase intensity, move the light closer to the object.
    Rated Life—Replace bulbs after the listed time to maintain germicidal performance.
    Cannot Be Sold To—These lights cannot be sold to Canada due to import regulations.
    Disinfecting Lights
    Replacement
    Light Bulbs
    Bulbs
    Overall
    Electrical
    Connection
    Light Intensity
    @ Distance
    Contact Time to Disinfect @ 6"
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    No.
    Req.
    Included
    Lg.
    Rated Life,
    hr.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Wt.,
    lb.
    Electrical
    Connection Type
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Features
    Includes
    Cannot Be
    Sold To
    Each
    Each
    Yellow Plastic Housing
    2.15 mW/cm² @ 6"Flu: 18 sec.
    COVID-19: 14 sec.
    Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph): 18 sec.
    Escherichia Coli (E. Coli): 18 sec.
    Aspergillus Niger (Mold): 631 sec.
    Saccharomyces Spp. (Yeast): 67 sec.
    25492Yes4 5/8"9,00016 3/4"3 3/4"2 1/2"3Plug In6120Hanging HookSafety Glasses, Test StripsCanada3601N210000009188K15000000
     
    White Powder-Coated Aluminum Housing
    4.2 mW/cm² @ 6"Flu: 9 sec.
    COVID-19: 7 sec.
    Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph): 9 sec.
    Escherichia Coli (E. Coli): 9 sec.
    Aspergillus Niger (Mold): 323 sec.
    Saccharomyces Spp. (Yeast): 34 sec.
    254361Yes14 7/8"9,00018 1/4"4"3 1/2"6 1/2Plug In9120Safety Glasses, Test StripsCanada3601N220000009188K1600000
     

    Surface-Mount Ultraviolet Disinfecting Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disinfecting Lights. Surface-Mount Ultraviolet Disinfecting Lights, Chrome-Plated Steel Housing.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Disinfecting Lights. Surface-Mount Ultraviolet Disinfecting Lights, Anodized Aluminum Housing.

    Chrome-Plated Steel Housing

    Anodized Aluminum Housing

    Kill viruses, bacteria, and other germs without chemical cleaners. These lights mount under a hood or above a workstation and use UV light to disinfect hard, smooth surfaces. Ideal for food processing areas that require frequent cleaning, they use the same trusted technology hospitals rely on between patients. Chrome-plated steel housing lights are made in an EPA-registered facility to meet pesticide device requirements. For safety, always wear UV-protective gear while the light is on.
    Light Intensity @ Distance—Measures the power of ultraviolet radiation from these lights. The effectiveness of UV-C disinfection depends on light intensity and exposure time—higher intensity shortens disinfection time. To increase intensity, move the light closer to the object.
    Rated Life—Replace bulbs after the listed time to maintain germicidal performance.
    Cannot Be Sold To—These lights cannot be sold to Canada due to import regulations.
    Disinfecting Lights
    Replacement
    Light Bulbs
    Bulbs
    Overall
    Mounting
    Holes
    Electrical
    Connection
    Light Intensity @ Distance
    Contact Time to Disinfect @ 6"
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    No.
    Req.
    Included
    Lg.
    Rated Life,
    hr.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    No.
    of
    Dia.
    Hardware
    Included
    Electrical
    Connection Type
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Cannot Be
    Sold To
    Each
    Each
    Chrome-Plated Steel Housing
    2.11 mW/cm² @ 6", 0.06 mW/cm² @ 36"Flu: 19 sec.
    COVID-19: 14 sec.
    Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph): 19 sec.
    Escherichia Coli (E. Coli): 19 sec.
    Aspergillus Niger (Mold): 643 sec.
    Saccharomyces Spp. (Yeast): 68 sec.
    254151Yes17 1/8"9,00019 1/2"2 5/8"3 1/2"23/16"NoPlug In6120Canada3604N3100000009188K13000000
    5.03 mW/cm² @ 6", 0.14 mW/cm² @ 36"Flu: 8 sec.
    COVID-19: 6 sec.
    Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph): 8 sec.
    Escherichia Coli (E. Coli): 8 sec.
    Aspergillus Niger (Mold): 270 sec.
    Saccharomyces Spp. (Yeast): 29 sec.
    254301Yes35 1/8"9,00037 1/2"2 5/8"3 1/2"23/16"NoPlug In6120Canada3604N320000009188K1400000
     
    Silver Anodized Aluminum Housing
    5.11 mW/cm² @ 6", 0.14 mW/cm² @ 36"Flu: 8 sec.
    COVID-19: 6 sec.
    Staphylococcus Aureus (Staph): 8 sec.
    Escherichia Coli (E. Coli): 8 sec.
    Aspergillus Niger (Mold): 265 sec.
    Saccharomyces Spp. (Yeast): 28 sec.
    254152Yes17"8,00018 3/4"4 1/2"3 1/2"21/4"YesPlug In81203604N420000009188K1300000
     
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