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Handheld UV lamps are portable devices that emit ultraviolet (UV) light.

Size and Design: They are typically small and lightweight, designed to be held in one hand. They may have an ergonomic handle for easy gripping.
Light Source: They can use a traditional bulb or LED. Bulbs may be shortwave or longwave, depending on the application. LED lamps typically emit longwave UV.
Power Source: They may be battery-powered or plug-in. Battery-powered lamps are more portable but require battery changes.

What are common applications for handheld UV lamps?

Viewing DNA gel bands: A handheld UV lamp can be used to view and observe bands in nucleic acid gels. Some handheld UV lamps can be placed on a lamp stand for hands free viewing.
Curing Adhesives: High-intensity UV lamps can be used to cure UV-reactive adhesives, glues, and coatings.
Detecting Forgeries: Longwave UV lamps can be used to detect forgeries on currency, IDs, and other documents that have security features that fluoresce under UV light.
Inspecting Minerals: Some minerals fluoresce under UV light, which can be helpful for identification.

It's important to note that UV light can be harmful to your eyes and skin. If you are going to be using a handheld UV lamp, it is important to wear UV-protective eyewear and to avoid exposing your skin to the light for extended periods of time.

What wavelengths are available for a handheld UV lamp?

Most handheld UV lamps are available at 254nm (shortwave UV or UVC), 302nm or 312nm (midwave UV or UVB), and 365 (longwave UV or UVA). There are single wavelength handheld UV lamps. However, there are also dual wavelength UV lamps available for purchase.

What is the price of a handheld UV lamp?

The price range of UV lamps can vary wildly. You can find many "cheap" handheld UV lamps sold on Amazon. That being said, it is important to understand your application in order to select a handheld UV lamp that will meet your needs.

Transilluminators.com places a particular emphasis on providing high-quality handheld UV lamps that are typically used in a laboratory setting. Prices can range from $250.00 to $2,500.00

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