Features

• Integral Sensor
• Compact
• Durable
• Accurate
• LCD readout

Applications

• Lamp UVB Intensity and Aging.
• Reptile Lamps.
• Acrylic Shield Transmission.
• Percent (%) UVB if divided by reading from Model 5.7 (UVA + B).
• Eyewear UV block comparison.

Solarmeter Specifications

• Model - 6.2
• Irrad. Range - 0-1999 microW/cm² UVB
• Response - 280-320 nm
• Resolution - 1 microW/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 Teflon .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.

Battery operation voltage is 9V down to 6.5V. Below 6.5V the LCD numbers will begin to dim, indicating the need for battery replacement. Under typical service load, the battery should last about 2 years.

Proper Usage of Solarmeter 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.
• If unsure of what original new values were, replace lamp(s) with new ones of the same kind and compare to old ones.
• To determine percent UVB divide Model 6.2 reading by Model 5.7 total UV (UVA + B) reading. (See FAQ page).
• When checking UVT acrylic transmission, take reading through acrylic; then remove acrylic and hold meter sensor at approximately the same distance from lamp as the acrylic shield was located. If acrylic blocks much UVB it should be replaced.
• When using this meter to compare different type lamps, due to their different spectral power distributions, the readings should be considered relative rather than absolute. Although higher output lamps of similar SPD's will generally read higher than lower output lamps, ones that peak near 290-300 nm (as does the meter response) will read higher than ones peaking near 313 nm even if the total UVB output of both is the same.
• Do not subject the meter to extremes in temperature, humidity, shock or dust.
• Use a dry, soft cloth to clean the intrument. Keep sensor free of oil, dirt, etc.

Delivery Information

We believe in being upfront about our delivery costs.

Delivery cost is calculated at the checkout and is dependent upon your basket contents and postcode.

We group products together so you get a reduced price.

When you checkout the total delivery price is shown.

Orders over £99 qualify for FREE delivery.

Dispatch Information

Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays.

Orders placed before 12pm will be dispatched that day

Orders placed after 12pm are not guaranteed to be dispatched that day.

Frozen food will not be dispatched on a Friday unless Saturday delivery is specified.

Dispatch emails & tracking information are sent throughout the day.

Who Will Deliver My Order?

Depending on the weight/ size of your order and your postcode, you will be presented with appropriate delivery options at the checkout.

Royal Mail

Royal Mail 24 - 1st class service that aims to deliver within 1 day of dispatch (not guaranteed).

Royal Mail 24 Tracked - 1st class service that aims to deliver within 1 day of dispatch (not guaranteed).

APC

Mainland UK - next-day courier with pre-12pm or pre-4pm delivery services (excluding some Scottish postal codes).

Saturday - aims to delivery before 12pm Saturday to mainland UK if the order is placed before 12pm Friday(excluding some Scottish postal codes).

DX

Mainland UK - next day courier with pre-1pm or pre-6pm delivery services (excludes some Scottish postal codes).

Saturday - delivers Saturday to mainland UK if order placed before 12pm Friday (excluding some Scottish postal codes).

Kings/ Tuffnell's

Some heavy items may need to be moved from your selected delivery service to a palletised delivery service with a delivery time of 1-2 working days.

Offshore/ Remote UK Delivery:

Orders via Royal Mail are unaffected. Orders that need to be delivered via a courier may (but not always) incur additional delivery charges if you live in one of the following post codes; AB30-56, IV, HS, KA27-28, KW, PA20-49, PA60-78, PH17-26, PH30-50, ZE, IM, BT & TR21-25.

Please place your order as normal and we will contact you before dispatching your order if necessary.

Offshore Non-UK Delivery:

We are not currently accepting orders from outside of the UK.

Gift Cards:

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