Description
This 9W Dual Tube Ultraviolet 365nm white bulb fits the following Delta Kits UV curing lamps:
15020 12V 15W Long Crack UV Curing Lamp
15030 120V Heavy Duty Extra Fast UV Curing Lamp with 25′ Extreme Duty Cord
15040 240V Heavy Duty Extra Fast UV Curing Lamp with 25′ Extreme Duty Cord
Replaces Part Number: 9W Dual Tube Ultraviolet 40-4 Item # 16040
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Tech Tip – Curing Large Breaks
Large star and combination breaks present a number of challenges, but with a little extra care show the most dramatic cosmetic improvement upon completion.
One thing that is often overlooked is the fact that cracks may extend beyond the edges of a standard curing tab, which can cause a repair to fail. The problem is that even if the cracks are properly filled, they will not cure properly if not completely before curing.
Obviously, the solution is simple. Use multiple curing tabs, or strips of curing film to make sure every crack is completely covered. Run a little thin resin along the surface of filled cracks. This helps curing tabs stick and properly seal the surface of the crack. One drop every couple of inches is plenty if properly spread with an eye dropper or syringe.
The surface resin may cure in seconds, but it is important to cure for a full 5 minutes to ensure that the resin is cured all the way through. Remember, most windshield are made from a glass that blocks a percentage of the UV rays that cure the resin. So, reducing cure time may cause repair failure.
If the damage is longer than the area covered by your UV light, move your light as many times as necessary. Get a complete cure on every part of the break, curing for 5 minutes each time the light is moved. Long crack…. Continue Reading
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