Product Description
SOLARMETER
MODEL 6.2 UV METER
Features
Integral Sensor
Compact
Durable
Accurate
LCD readout Applications
Lamp UVB Intensity & Aging
Reptile Lamps
Acrylic Shield Transmission
Percent (%) UVB if divided by reading from
Model 5.7 (UVA + B)
Eyewear UV block comparison
Solarmeter Specifications Radiometer |
Model | 6.2 |
Irrad. Range | 0-1999 µW/cm² UVB |
Response | 280-320 nm |
Resolution | 1 µW/cm² |
Conv. Rate | 3.0 Readings/Sec |
Display | 3.5 Digit LCD |
Digit Size | 0.4 inch high |
Oper. Temp | 32° F TO 90° F |
Oper. Humid. | 5% TO 80% RH |
Accuracy | ±10% REF.NIST |
Dimensions (in.) | 4.2L x 2.4W x 0.9D (in.) |
Weight | 4.5 OZ. (incl. batt.) |
Power Source | 9-Volt DC Battery |
Lens | UV Glass |
Diffuser | Virgin PTFE .003" |
Sensor
Silicon Carbide (SIC) Photodiode packaged in hermetically sealed UV glass window cap. Interference filter coating (Metal Oxide) blocks most UVA from response as shown on Spectral Sensitivity Graph.
Operation
Press and hold push-button switch on face of unit. Aim sensor window in top panel of meter directly at UV source. Note reading on LCD and record if desired. For reptile lamps also check at "basking" position.
Proper Usage of Solar meter ® Ultraviolet Radiometer for Lamp Aging Tests
- Wear eye protection when checking UV lamps (UV-block wrap around glasses).
- Allow lamps to warm-up prior to taking readings (at least 5 min).
- When checking aging of lamps, keep measuring distance and locations constant.
- Lamps should be replaced when output drops 30% to about 70% of their original (new) readings. Take overall reading at exposure distance, or check individual lamps close to surface. Keep track of hours vs. readings on a chart