UV, IR, and SWIR Lights
Use UV, IR, or SWIR when visible light does not separate the material. Fluorescence, absorption, and transmission show up at the wavelength listed on that model. Send the part with the camera sensor you will use.
What applications are uv, ir, and swir lights best suited for?
Open the series, then send the part.
- UV fluorescence and contamination checks
- IR contrast on inks, plastics, and coatings
- SWIR inspection of selected semiconductor and packaging materials
- Material differentiation
When should you avoid using uv, ir, and swir lights?
Use another geometry when the surface does this.
- The camera sensor is not sensitive at the wavelength
- Optics or windows block the wavelength
- The material response has not been compared with real samples
What are the primary selection inputs for uv, ir, and swir lights?
Send these with the part.
- Target wavelength
- Camera spectral response
- Lens/filter transmission
- Power and heat
- Safety and enclosure requirements
What are the key engineering specifications for uv, ir, and swir lights?
Wavelength, working distance, voltage, cooling, and strobe sit on the model row.
| Design Parameter | Standard Engineering Benchmark |
|---|---|
| Optical Geometry | Specialized narrow-band spectral illumination for material contrast |
| Available Wavelengths | UV (365nm, 395nm), NIR (850nm, 940nm), SWIR (1050nm, 1200nm, 1450nm, 1550nm) |
| Typical Working Distance | Listed on each UV, IR, and SWIR model row |
| Operating Voltage | 24V DC standard |
| Cooling Method | Targeted thermal design for high-power semiconductor emitters |
| Strobe Overdrive Capability | Constant current and synchronized pulse trigger compatibility |
What are the most frequently asked questions about uv, ir, and swir lights?
When is UV, IR, and SWIR Lights useful?
Use UV, IR, or SWIR when visible light does not separate the material. Fluorescence, absorption, and transmission show up at the wavelength listed on that model. Send the part with the camera sensor you will use.
What information is needed to select a light?
Start with Target wavelength, Camera spectral response, Lens/filter transmission. Share target images and the inspection requirement so the arrangement can be checked on the actual application.