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    About Brightness and Light Appearance
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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.

    UV Inspection Flashlights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Inspection Lights. UV Inspection Flashlights, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Inspection Lights. UV Inspection Flashlights, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Inspection Lights. UV Inspection Flashlights, Style C.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Reveal leaks, cracks, and contaminants that you wouldn’t find with a typical flashlight. These flashlights use UV light to illuminate fluorescent dyes, particles, and other chemicals.
    Bulb
    Housing
    Batteries
    Style
    Dia.
    Lg.
    No.
    of
    Color
    Wattage,
    W
    Head Material
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Light Intensity @ Distance
    Included
    No.
    Required
    Size
    Type
    Includes
    Features
    Each
    Ultraviolet and LED Bulbs
    A5/8"5 1/2"1Aluminum
    BlackIP04
    395Yes2AAADisposablePocket Clip1159N3000000
    A5/8"6"1Aluminum
    BlackIP04
    4004.3 mW/cm² @ 3", 0.39 mW/cm² @ 10"Yes1RechargeableUSB Charging CordPocket Clip1159N1300000
    B7/8"4 3/4"5303 Stainless Steel
    Aluminum
    GrayIP04
    365 to 400Yes2123Disposable1159N200000
    C2 1/4"5 3/4"51Blue9Aluminum
    BlackIP65
    39543 mW/cm² @ 2", 45 mW/cm² @ 2"No3AADisposable8336K1200000
     

    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
     

    UV and White Light Inspection Flashlights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Inspection Lights. UV and White Light Inspection Flashlights.
    Make surface defects stand out—these flashlights have a UV light that illuminates fluorescent dyes, particles, and chemicals so you can identify cracks and pores on parts or find leaks in your system. These flashlights also have a white LED bulb that shines a focused, even beam for normal flashlight uses. The head bends up to 90° so you can direct light where you need to when holding them in tight spaces. A strong magnet on the opposite end lets you stick them onto magnetic surfaces for hands-free use.
    Bulb
    Housing
    Batteries
    Brightness, lm
    Light Intensity Setting
    Dia.
    Lg.
    No.
    of
    Color
    Wattage,
    W
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Electrical
    Connection
    Included
    Type
    Features
    Each
    Ultraviolet and LED Bulbs
    1,000
    480
    100
    High Beam
    Medium Beam
    Low Beam
    1"6 1/4"2White, Blue10Aluminum
    BlackIP04
    395USB-CYesRechargeableMagnet, Pivoting Head, Pocket Clip6872N110000000
     

    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
     

    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
     

    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

    UV and White Light Magnifying Glasses

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Magnifiers. UV and White Light Magnifying Glasses.
    Switch between UV light and white light to catch defects you'd otherwise miss with these handheld magnifiers. Their UV LEDs illuminate fluorescent dyes and particles, making leaks, cracks, and tears easy to spot. The white light LEDs mimic natural daylight for a crisp, clear view of fine details. For even lighting with no shadows, both types of light are arranged in a ring. Adjust the brightness with the dimmer to reduce glare on reflective surfaces. These magnifiers have an ESD (electrostatic discharge) safe coating that dissipates static electricity, so they won’t pass along harmful charges if they touch sensitive components.
    Lens
    Batteries
    Magnification
    Bifocal
    Magnification
    Working
    Distance
    Shape
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Lens
    Material
    Frame
    Material
    Handle
    Material
    Cord Lg.,
    ft.
    Bulb
    Included
    Light Appearance
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Included
    No.
    Req.
    Type
    Features
    Includes
    Each
    LED and Ultraviolet LED
    2.25X4X4"Rectangle3 5/8"1 3/4"5 1/4"GlassPlasticPlastic3 1/2YesDaylight (6,500 K)365Yes1RechargeableBifocal Lens, Dimmer, ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) SafeUSB Charging Cord6876N110000000
     

    Battery-Powered Ultraviolet Curing Lamps

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Curing Lamps. Battery-Powered Ultraviolet Curing Lamps, 6 1/4" High.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ultraviolet Curing Lamps. Battery-Powered Ultraviolet Curing Lamps, 9 1/2" High.

    6 1/4"

    High

    9 1/2" High

    Use these lamps for UV curing as well as leak detection, quality control inspection, and testing.
    Cannot Be Sold to Canada—They cannot be sold to Canada due to local regulatory limits on mercury content.
    Batteries
    Light Intensity
    @ Distance
    Wavelength,
    nm
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Bulb Type
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    Bulbs
    Included
    Features
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Included
    No.
    Required
    Size
    Type
    Housing
    Material
    Cannot Be
    Sold To
    Each
    0.23 mW/cm² @ 3"3652"1"6 1/4"Ultraviolet/Incandescent4YesFlashlight Setting6No4AADisposablePlasticCanada6760T11000000
    1.65 mW/cm² @ 3"3659 1/2"2 3/4"9 1/2"Ultraviolet/Incandescent6YesFlashlight Setting12YesDisposablePlasticCanada8519T16000000
    Replacements for Ultraviolet Curing Lamps
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