Summary
Shortwave UV light ( white light) connects to a computer (USB lead included). Plug it in, it should open itself as a 'drive', look at the image on the screen (i.e. the UV unit does not have a viewing lens).
For examining gemstones, stamps and other small objects.
It can also be used for sterilising small items of jewellery to make them safe from viruses - but please first.
Can be switched to UV shortwave or ordinary white light.
INSTRUCTIONS: place your item on the table, place the UV lightbox over the top .
how UV light works and what it will detect (fascinating article!)
of what you will see with the many models of UV light.
Detail
Lights:
- white light
- shortwave (LED) 254nm
Magnification: 30X
External size: 95 X 65 X 52mm
Maximum samples size: 35 X 20mm
You can certainly fit larger objects but if they are too large they will block the light, this is designed for gemstones or very small mineral samples...or stamps...or banknotes.
Power: from the USB cable.