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GLOWTEC UV Forensic Torch

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GLOWTEC UV Forensic Torches
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GLOWTEC UV Forensic Torches
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GLOWTEC UV Forensic Torch

£24.99

365-380nm UV LED Forensic Black light Torch.

Forensic UV for what the eye can’t see

This sturdy, high-grade, aluminum cased UV LED torch, produces a powerful, clean UV black light beam.  Its superior Korean made LEDs produce a high quality UV output at the right frequency, but with far less visible ‘interference’ light than the cheap UV torches sold on eBay and amazon.  This reduced visible light means you get to see the UV fluorescence in much more details and with greater clarity.

See our short video to see why –> Comparison of UV Torches

Beware of cheap imitations! If it doesn’t bear our name then its not the same!

If you require any advice or assistance in choosing the right product for your purpose, contact us on: 0161 726 5904  or  email:  help@glowtec.co.uk If you are unsure of how this product works or its suitability for your purpose, please email or call to discuss first.

Prices exclude VAT.

About-blacklight

Weight .1 kg

About UV Light

There is much mis-information online about UV light (Blacklight) we’ll clear up a few main points here…

Is brighter really better?

No.  Absolutely not.  UV is invisible to the human eye so ideally you should see nothing!  What you do see is visible ‘interference’ light (known as spill) and is a bi-product of poor quality inferior UV LEDs.  This bright, purple glare is not UV and only serves to illuminate the search area, actually making it harder to see the actual fluoresce you are looking for!

The UV rule of thumb is:  The brighter it is, the worse it is!

This is why our UV PRO range are made with a special UV PRO filter which removes all visible light and only lets the invisible UV light through.  This produces great, professional results.

The more LEDs the better?

Again. Absolutely not.  The greater the number of inferior (cheap) LEDs the torch has, the more visible interference light it produces and the worse the result.

Tip: Avoid any UV Torch with more than 9 LEDS.

Does frequency matter?

Yes. The frequency of UV light emitted determines the quality of results obtained.  There is a sweet-spot for UV which is between 365nm and 385nm.  However, to manufacture LEDs capable of emitting in this frequency range is far more expensive.  The cheap UV torches sold on eBay and Amazon, will use inferior quality Chinese made LEDs emitting in the range of 390 – 410nm.  At this range the UV light is a very poor quality and the visible light output is at its highest (see here for more about UV Blacklight).

GLOWTEC UV PRO Forensic Torches are made using high quality KOREAN made 365-385nm UV LEDs which peak at 380nm with a much lower visible light output. This provides the best balance of quality, performance and price with excellent value for money.

See our short video to see why –> Comparison of UV Torches

What should I expect to see?

That really depends on what it is your are looking at / looking for!

Unlike man-made fluorescent materials such as white fabric, white paper and UV paint which all fluoresce brightly under UV blacklight, natural fluorescent substances such as urine and body fluids, which whilst they do glow (fluoresce) under UV light, do not fluoresce brightly! In fact they are generally quite dim, so do not expect a supernova!

The colour shown under UV light is determined by the chemical composition of the substance, not the UV light itself.

Specifications

UV Source:    Korean Made UV-LEDs
Operation:    Single Mode (9 LED)
UV Output:    365-380nm peak
Power output:   0.5 watt
Batteries:    3 x AAA (not supplied)
Construction:    Steel
Body Size:   100 x 30mm
Body Colour:   SILVER

UV Safety

DO NOT look directly into the lit end of the torch nor shine into the eyes of others.
  • Avoid prolonged exposure and only use under competent adult supervision.
  • For prolonged exposure, the use of UV-blocking safety glasses or goggles is recommended.
  • When not in use, store in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Remove batteries if not in use for prolonged periods.
 
A Safety Data Sheet is available on request.

Delivery

See ‘Delivery’ tab on the menu bar for more detailed shipping and delivery information.

Whilst we can usually turn around most web orders within 1-3 working days. Please bear in mind our smart paints are literally made fresh to order so please allow time for the order to be processed and produced for you. If you have genuinely urgent order, please contact us first to ensure we are able to turn around your order in time.  Please appreciate that there will be other customer’s orders ahead in the queue!

Orders Dispatched:  MONDAY (Courier)   TUESDAY (Post/Special-D)   WEDNESDAY  (Courier)   THURSDAY  (Post/Special-D)  FRIDAY  (Courier)

UK Delivery options

Standard Delivery is a flat rate delivery charge using Royal Mail’s 1st Class Parcel Post.

Special-Delivery (small parcels) and UK Courier (larger/heavier parcels) will provide a swift next day delivery from the day of dispatch and NOT from the date of order.

Note: We do not to offer a specific ‘Next Day Delivery’ option as we cannot realistically guarantee such a service, especially in the current climate.

If you require a recorded / tracked delivery, please select either the Express Delivery or Courier Delivery option at checkout.

EU & International Orders

As of July 1st 2021 there are new EU rules on how VAT is charged for online / web orders.  As a result, orders originating from any EU country below a net value of 150 Euros / £135 will now have VAT added at the prevailing rate of that country. We therefore have a £136 Minimum Order Value for Private (Non-Business) EU orders.

NOTE:  Whilst we will not add VAT to your order, VAT and Customs charges will be payable once the goods have arrived in your country.

EU Businesses with a verifiable VAT and EORI number will not be affected by this change and may contact us directly if they need to place an order below £136 net, however, we do have a standard £50 net Minimum Order Value for ALL EU and International orders.

We will only ship EU and International orders at the Buyers risk. Once the goods are handed over to the courier they become the buyers property and responsibility.

For reasons of security and speed, we only ship EU and International orders via Express Courier.  Delivery charges are calculated at checkout.

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