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News Release from: Visilume | Subject: Lumiflex
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 07 July 2005
Fibre optic light keeps it cool and safe
The new ATEX rated Lumiflex fibre optic light transmits high intensity "cool" light to illuminate a process without heating the sight glass.
Particularly suitable in applications where space is at a premium, the new ATEX rated Lumiflex fibre optic light from process observation specialist Visilume, transmits high intensity "cool" light to illuminate a process without heating the sight glass Described by Visilume as the next generation of lighting for demanding and hazardous area applications, Lumiflex offers the benefit of simultaneous viewing and illumination from the same port by the use of a fibre optic cable measuring only 15mm in diameter
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 8 Mar 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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Protected in a zinc plated steel hose, the cable is extremely flexible and when removed from its mounting can be directed to illuminate a process or vessel reaction.
Lumiflex includes a light source manufactured in corrosion resistant aluminium alloy, which can be placed up to 3m from the actual sight glass permitting easy and accessible routine maintenance.
Such flexibility also means that the light source can be positioned away from areas of vibration.
The "cool" light transmitted from the fibre optic cable is made possible by the inclusion of special filters ensuring that only useful visible light is projected from the cable.
This high intensity light is kept below 5mW/mm2, recognised as a safe level to ensure nonignition of flammable gases in hazardous areas.
Visilume claim that this highly efficient light yield provides much brighter illumination than comparable equipment.
Lumiflex is available in three different models, the 500, 1000 and 1500.
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