Positive UV exposure information

tanthis · 07-09-2008, 05:06 PM

100w? 700 hrs
100w R? 700 hrs
160w R? 700hrs

Navigatin1 · 07-09-2008, 06:42 PM

There are so many variables to keep in mind when it comes to the life of a lamp. A manufacturer may state that the lamp is good for 1000 hours of use, but under the “correct” environment.

IMO 100w lamps will last more then a 160w and up version lamp. 160w lamps are usually in bigger beds that run more voltage through them (235 to 245 volts) and when that is being done, it means more heat and shorter life span.

Keep in mind the temp of your salon as well as how well the beds are being cooled by their own internal fans. If the salon and the beds run hot, you can kiss about 30-40% off the life span (above its normal usage) of those lamps.

I don’t have any equipment in my salon that uses 100w lamps. Everything in here is 160w and up. I have yet to have a lamp make it past the 500 hour mark and be worth the admission price to ride that ride. That’s why I yank them at 400 hours or so, and sell them off.

A lot of salons out there “top drop” at 300 hours or so. And I am going to try that system out for the next lamp cycle in a few of my beds and see how it plays out.

RobertK · 07-09-2008, 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brandy

I am just skeptical because he sells them. Not that he's not right, but I dunno. I just meter them.

I do but I also own some salons. My lamps are rated the same as everyones and last just as long as everyones. I just find the whole rated life thing a bit of a joke.

I change my 160R lamps at 400+/- and my 100R at 550+/-. I do not have any beds that use regular 100w.

engfant · 07-09-2008, 09:15 PM

Reflector lamps are much different than full coat. Your change times are right on with the best of em and I'm ASSuming you are using the Superior UV lamps?

Also, 100watt lamps don't APPEAR used even when they are WELL into their lifecycle and 160watt lamps tend to look like JUNK only 150hrs in.

RobertK · 07-09-2008, 09:52 PM

Our HP Lamps are called Solar Elements made by Radium and our Tubes are New Technology made by LSI.

I use Heraeus HP's and Cosmedico Sticks in my stores though.......

Actually you assumed correct!

Neon Beach · 07-09-2008, 11:16 PM

I've used New Technology lamps with no complaints.

Brandy · 07-10-2008, 04:39 PM

Robert. I don't mean to be disrepectful. I really am just a skeptic of all things usually. If you are an expert, i would definatly and always take your advice!
Thanks!!
~B~

RobertK · 07-10-2008, 05:13 PM

Hey Brandy you were not at all. It was a fair statement. Anyway I am only a self declared expert.

JustTans · 07-10-2008, 07:18 PM

Okay good. I thought it was a problem with my lamps/beds that the bigger beds weren't lasting as long as the little ones!

RobertK · 07-10-2008, 07:21 PM

Just Tans TA beds also tend to eat lamps.

07-09-2008, 06:42 PM	# 22
Navigatin1 I Wanna Be Tard Happy! Join Date: Aug-30-2007 Location: In a house Member No.: 72 Gender: Posts: 2,991 My Mood: Rep Power: 39608	There are so many variables to keep in mind when it comes to the life of a lamp. A manufacturer may state that the lamp is good for 1000 hours of use, but under the “correct” environment. IMO 100w lamps will last more then a 160w and up version lamp. 160w lamps are usually in bigger beds that run more voltage through them (235 to 245 volts) and when that is being done, it means more heat and shorter life span. Keep in mind the temp of your salon as well as how well the beds are being cooled by their own internal fans. If the salon and the beds run hot, you can kiss about 30-40% off the life span (above its normal usage) of those lamps. I don’t have any equipment in my salon that uses 100w lamps. Everything in here is 160w and up. I have yet to have a lamp make it past the 500 hour mark and be worth the admission price to ride that ride. That’s why I yank them at 400 hours or so, and sell them off. A lot of salons out there “top drop” at 300 hours or so. And I am going to try that system out for the next lamp cycle in a few of my beds and see how it plays out. __________________ I Hate This Friggin Cat!!! ~Maybe she'll take her guns and ammo and shoot the sons of bitches!~

07-09-2008, 09:15 PM	# 24
engfant Senior Member Join Date: Aug-06-2007 Member No.: 35 Gender: Posts: 3,377 My Mood: Rep Power: 13800	Reflector lamps are much different than full coat. Your change times are right on with the best of em and I'm ASSuming you are using the Superior UV lamps? Also, 100watt lamps don't APPEAR used even when they are WELL into their lifecycle and 160watt lamps tend to look like JUNK only 150hrs in. __________________ YellowFattyBean

07-09-2008, 09:52 PM	# 25
RobertK Lamp Geek Join Date: Jun-19-2008 Location: CT Member No.: 260 Gender: Posts: 181 My Mood: Rep Power: 921	Our HP Lamps are called Solar Elements made by Radium and our Tubes are New Technology made by LSI. I use Heraeus HP's and Cosmedico Sticks in my stores though....... Actually you assumed correct! __________________ Robert Klem SUPERIOR UV TECHNOLOGIES Phone: (888) LAMPS-12 x77 Cell: (917) 699-8739 Fax: (800) 732-0522 Email: robertk@superioruv.com

07-09-2008, 11:16 PM	# 26
Neon Beach Join Date: Jul-30-2007 Location: Hannah Ho Hee, Ontario Member No.: 2 Gender: MySpace ID: neonbeachtanning Posts: 38,747 My Mood: Rep Power: 32725	I've used New Technology lamps with no complaints. __________________ For optimal health, AVOID SUNBURN—NOT SUNSHINE. Neon Beach Tanning \| Web Design And Hosting \| Talk Timmins \| Sunlight Scam That new bed looks like a spaceship, does it move?

07-10-2008, 04:39 PM	# 27
Brandy Dolphin Lover!, ITA supporter Join Date: Aug-01-2007 Location: Texas Member No.: 22 Gender: Posts: 12,436 My Mood: Rep Power: 130305	Robert. I don't mean to be disrepectful. I really am just a skeptic of all things usually. If you are an expert, i would definatly and always take your advice! Thanks!! ~B~ __________________ . . . . "I wanna be the kind of woman that when my feet hit the floor the devil says "Oh crap, she's up!"

07-09-2008, 05:06 PM	# 21
tanthis Senior Member Join Date: Aug-13-2007 Location: waiting in line to see the baaaaabeeee Member No.: 45 Gender: MySpace ID: tanthis Posts: 8,953 My Mood: Rep Power: 87911	100w? 700 hrs 100w R? 700 hrs 160w R? 700hrs

07-10-2008, 05:13 PM	# 28
RobertK Lamp Geek Join Date: Jun-19-2008 Location: CT Member No.: 260 Gender: Posts: 181 My Mood: Rep Power: 921	Hey Brandy you were not at all. It was a fair statement. Anyway I am only a self declared expert. __________________ Robert Klem SUPERIOR UV TECHNOLOGIES Phone: (888) LAMPS-12 x77 Cell: (917) 699-8739 Fax: (800) 732-0522 Email: robertk@superioruv.com

07-10-2008, 07:18 PM	# 29
JustTans Meagan/Meg Join Date: Jun-09-2008 Location: Taunton, Ma Member No.: 248 Gender: MySpace ID: justtans Posts: 6,983 My Mood: Rep Power: 116600	Okay good. I thought it was a problem with my lamps/beds that the bigger beds weren't lasting as long as the little ones!

07-10-2008, 07:21 PM	# 30
RobertK Lamp Geek Join Date: Jun-19-2008 Location: CT Member No.: 260 Gender: Posts: 181 My Mood: Rep Power: 921	Just Tans TA beds also tend to eat lamps. __________________ Robert Klem SUPERIOR UV TECHNOLOGIES Phone: (888) LAMPS-12 x77 Cell: (917) 699-8739 Fax: (800) 732-0522 Email: robertk@superioruv.com

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