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6.3 UV-Lamp
With the in-line it is possible to use special UV ink cartridges by using additional hardware: a UV
lamp, a control unit, and associated cables. The diagram shows how the individual elements are
connected and how the UV system works with the printer:
1. The printer photocell detects an article on the conveyor belt and sends a signal to the
printer for printing.
2. After the article has been printed, the UV lamp photocell detects the article and sends a
signal to the control unit.
3. The control unit will light the UV lamp to dry the print.
The printer and UV lamp are positioned with an offset (minimum 25 cm).
Speed
Depending on the positioning of the UV lamp there are different
maximum printing speeds. If the lamp is positioned so that a shorter
illumination takes place (short way), a maximum printing speed of 32
m/min is possible. If the lamp is adjusted for a longer illumination, the
maximum print speed is 46 m/min.
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