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UV Radiometers

UV Radiometers

UV Radiometers

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The document discusses the measurement of solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation using broadband UV radiometers. UV radiation is divided into UVC (100-280 nm), UVB (280-315 nm), and UVA (315-400 nm). While UVC and most UVB are absorbed by the Earth's atmosphere, UVA reaches the surface and is significantly more prevalent than UVB. UV radiation has both beneficial and harmful effects on human health, influencing Vitamin D production and posing risks like skin cancer.

Applications
'Total UV' monitoring is crucial in meteorology and climatology, as well as in testing the UV output of light sources and solar simulators. UVA and UVB measurements are essential for studying the effects of UV radiation on living organisms and materials. UVE measurements are vital for human health applications, including calculating the UV Index for public health and developing protective cosmetics.

Choice of UV Radiometer
Kipp & Zonen offers a range of UVS broadband radiometers tailored for different UV measurement needs, including UVA, UVB, and UVE. The CUV 5 model is recommended for total UV irradiance measurement, while the Brewer Mk III Spectrophotometer is suggested for precise UV measurements.

Calibration and UVIATOR Software
UVS radiometers are calibrated against reference instruments under natural sunlight. Calibration data files allow for corrections based on solar zenith angles and ozone concentrations, enhancing measurement accuracy. The UVIATOR software automates these corrections using satellite data.

CUV 5 Broadband UV Radiometer
The CUV 5 radiometer shares features with the CMP pyranometer range and is suitable for various environments. It includes a glass dome for UV transmission, a waterproof connector, and does not require power to operate.

UVS Radiometers
UVS instruments are weather-protected and feature a detection system with optical filters and phosphor for spectral response. They are temperature-stabilized and provide amplified signal output for data acquisition systems.

Specifications
The document provides detailed specifications for various radiometer models, including spectral response, output range, and calibration factors. It also outlines the performance specifications and environmental suitability of the instruments.
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Catalog excerpts

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Broadband UV Radiometers FOR THE ACCURATE MEASUREMENT OF SOLAR ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION Spectral responses optimised for UVA, UVB and UVE/UVI Temperature stabilised detection system Cost eective dual-band models ‘Total UV’ radiometer

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Introduction The Ultraviolet (UV) part of the solar spectrum has several benecial eects for human biology, but too much can be very harmful. The UV region covers the wavelength ranges 100-280 nm (UVC), 280-315 nm (UVB) and 315-400 nm (UVA). Almost all UVC, and approximately 90 % of UVB from the sun is absorbed by the Earth’s atmosphere. UV radiation helps to produce Vitamin D, but it can also burn the skin and cause cancers, melanoma and cataracts. UV radiation measured with a similar response to the human skin is termed Erythemally active UV irradiance (UVE) and is to calculate the Global Solar...

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UVS Radiometers UVS instruments are fully weather protected and suitable for use in all environments. Adjustable feet and a bubble level are used to ensure that the radiometer is horizontal. A precision quartz dome and specially shaped diffuser provide class-leading directional response. The detection system includes optical lters and a phosphor that determine the spectral response. The phosphor is very sensitive to low levels of ultraviolet radiation and is stimulated by the UV to emit green light, which is detected by a photodiode. The system is temperature stabilised at +25 °C to prevent changes...

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Spectral response (see graphs) Typical calibration factor Typical sensitivity Output range Non-stability (change/year) Non-linearity (over full range) Zero offset (in darkness) Directional error Temperature stabilized internally at +25 °C, ±2 °C Temperature dependence of sensitivity Impedance (nominal) Operating temperature Expected daily uncertainty Power supply Calibration data supplied Internal temperature output Nominal sensitivity, spectral response, solar zenith angle corrections, Ozone column corrections UVIATOR software Included, corrects for solar zenith angle and Ozone column concentration...

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