Learn More about UV and Fluorescent Lamp Technology

The LightSources Group consists of the world’s leading manufacturers of specialty fluorescent and ultraviolet (UV) lamps, providing lighting solutions to a multitude of applications. LightSources in the United States and China combined with LightTech in Europe, which is home to a modern, state-of-the-art glass factory, as well as several partner companies provide first to market, patented lamp solutions which outperform comparable lamps. Our partner companies include Voltarc, LCD Lighting and Cerlux which mirror our commitment to quality, education and customer service.

Voltarc leads the industry in architectural and signage lighting solutions, LCDL offers specialty fluorescent lamps for many applications including avionic display and backlighting found in aircraft and military defense including the NASA space shuttle while Cerlux offers custom ceramic lamp components and sockets. Together, we offer lamps and lighting solutions for any application and a wealth of knowledge that we share in our educational resources available online.

Educational Resources for All Lighting Technology Applications

Our educational resources section includes FAQs and downloads in an easy to understand glossary of terms for all types of lamps including:

• UVC Germicidal lamps

• Specialty UVC lamps

• Tanning lamps

• Sign lamps

• UV Curing lamps

We offer detailed information available for download such as material safety data sheets, how to handle various lamps and broken lamps, education on UVC technology, lamp drawings and custom designed request forms. Additional resources  include Accredited Lab information on testing and regulations related to tanning lamps, as well as troubleshooting tips and a Resources and Partner section. 

The LightSources Group is committed to delivering the most effective and efficient lamps available as well as providing the most knowledgeable customer service for all lamp industry applications. We partner with OEMs large and small to help you understand industry-specific organizations, regulations and how to achieve maximum performance with cost effective, customized lighting solutions.

LightSources, LightTech and our affiliated partner companies represent the leading high-tech lamp designers and manufacturers available in the industry today. We offer the widest selection of lamps and lighting products found worldwide as well as an in-depth understanding of lighting technology to deliver the finest customer service. Contact us for all your lamp and lighting solutions and with any questions on lighting technology.

High Tech Specialty Fluorescent Lamp Technology

High Tech Specialty Fluorescent Lamp Technology

Specialty fluorescent lamp technology is required in many applications around the globe. Miniature fluorescent lamps are used in a wide range of industries such as:

• Interior lighting for automobiles

• Avionic display lighting

• Aerospace lighting and display

• Computer and electronics backlighting

• Fluorescent lamps used in architectural design

• Lighting for businesses, warehouses and many commercial industries

LCD Lighting (LCDL) is a valued partner company to the LightSources Group, offering specialty fluorescent lamps in these applications and many others. The LightSources Group consists of the most skilled and advanced lamp designers and manufacturers available. LCDL shares the same commitment to quality and continual improvement, providing innovative lamp solutions which deliver high-performance with long-lasting effectiveness.

Innovative Lamp Solutions with Proprietary Technology

Painstaking research and development combined with in-depth expertise allows LCDL to offer patented lighting solutions developed with proprietary technology.  Innovative, proprietary products which are proven to deliver longer lasting, effective performance and cost savings include:

• Long-Life™

• Ultra-Bright™

• Robo-Bend

• High CRI (color rendering index)

Long-Life™ Fluorescent Lamp Technology

Long-Life™ lamp technology is proven to provide longer-lasting effective performance over comparable fluorescent lamps with up to 60,000 hours, or nearly 7 years, of reliable performance.  Long-Life™ technology outperforms comparable T8 and T5 lamps which significantly reduces lighting and maintenance expenses.

Ultra-Bright™

Ultra-Bright provides twice the amount of lumens / watts for greater visual enhancement in many manufacturing and industrial processes.  Ultra-Bright delivers brighter, uniform and longer-lasting lighting manufactured with advanced materials.

Robo-Bend

Robo-Bend is a unique, innovative lighting solution which allows bending of 8 or 9 mm serpentine cold or hot cathode lamps. This provides significant energy efficiency savings and reduces power loss.

High CRI (Color Rendering Index)

LCDL has developed innovative lamp technology with rare earth tri-phosphors which achieves more natural colors than has been achievable by other lamp manufacturers.

The LightSources Group and LCD Lighting deliver the most innovative, high-tech lamps and lighting solutions available. We deliver longer-lasting, high-performance lamps which provide significant cost savings. Contact us to speak with an engineer about our innovative lighting solutions and specialty fluorescent lamps.

High Quality Lamps with Custom Lampholders

Custom-designed lamps and lampholders improve brand awareness and increase market share when designed with your logo and custom colors. The LightSources Group consists of the most knowledgeable lamp and lighting engineers in the world, providing OEM oriented solutions to companies large and small. LightSources is in the United States and China, partnered with LightTech in Europe where a state-of-the-art glass factory provide vast resources for high-tech manufacturing, research and development.

Additional valuable partner companies include LCD Lighting, who offers specialty fluorescent lamps, miniature fluorescent lamps and back lighting solutions. Voltarc offers 75 years of experience in developing high-tech fluorescent lamps for neon signs and Cerlux, who provides custom ceramic bases and lamp components.  

Voltarc Offers Patented Energy Efficient Lamps

Voltarc offers high-tech and innovative lamp engineering and manufacturing with proprietary technology and patented lamp products. Voltarc’s state-of-the-art lamp solutions include:

• TriLight™ and Trilight Max™ fluorescent lamps

• TufStraight Lamps

• TruBend U-Lamps

• Masonlite Electrodes

• Neon tubing

• Xtra Long Lamps

• Kulka lampholders and wiring devices

• Hyde neon fabrication equipment

• Lamp components and accessories

Voltarc follows a strict quality policy, conducting continual research and development for product and process improvement.  Voltarc delivers energy efficient, high performance lamps developed with cutting edge technology. TriLight Max™ provides easy retrofitting with the Kulka recessed double contact lampholders and lamp bases which offer reliability and safety when retrofitting.

Kulka Lampholders and Wiring Devices

Voltarc offers the Kulka product line of high quality lamp holders and wiring devices which includes:

• Recessed Double Contacts (RDC) lampholders

• Medium bi-pin lampholders

• Miniature bi-pin lampholders

• Slim line lampholders

• Miscellaneous wiring devices and accessories

Voltarc is a valuable addition to the LightSources Group, where you can find innovative lamp products which outperform comparable lamps with long lasting high-performance.

The LightSources Group designs, engineers and manufacturers innovative fluorescent and UV lamp products and custom designed solutions. Our experienced lighting engineers possess in-depth knowledge of UV radiation in lamp technology. Contact us to speak with an engineer about our quality products, lamp components and wiring devices.

UVC Lamps for Ballast Water Treatment Systems

UVC germicidal lamps are proven effective in many water sterilization applications including ballast water treatment systems.  The Ballast Water Treatment Convention is enforced by the Marine Environment Protection Committee and requires all ships to maintain an approved ballast water treatment method. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is an effective method of water sterilization approved by the US Coast Guard.

UV water treatment systems provide many benefits over other methods such as chemical use and filtration.  With a UVC water sterilization system, there is no requirement to purchase or store chemicals which continually costs money, takes up space and may leave harmful by products in the ocean or freshwater source.  UVC lamps can be specially designed to operate in confined spaces to provide an effective, approved water treatment method on smaller vessels.

LightSources Offers UVC Lamps for Water Sterilization

The LightSources Group is known for providing high-performance, high-quality UV lamps and lighting solutions. Our UVC germicidal lamps are used in water, surface and air sterilization systems worldwide. We design, engineer and manufacture UVC lamps proven to outlast and outperform comparable lamps. We offer OEM oriented solutions with custom-designed products, vast resources and exceptional customer support.

Our UV lamps for ballast water treatment systems are proven to eliminate harmful microorganisms, bacteria and aquatic viruses naked to the human eye. UV water treatment systems kill viruses and bacteria that chlorine doesn’t and prevents the spread and infestation of harmful invading aquatic species.  

Our UVC lamps for sterilization systems include low pressure Amalgam lamps designed with proprietary technology to deliver 30% - 35% improved efficiency over comparable lamps.  Our medium pressure UV lamps deliver powerful germicidal effectiveness with an even smaller footprint.

LightSources in the United States and LightTech in Europe are recognized as the leading high-tech lamp designers offering cutting-edge, innovative solutions. Our skilled engineers provide custom and prototype products designed to your specifications for any UV lamp application. Contact us to speak with an engineer about our UVC germicidal lamps for water sterilization including ballast water treatment systems.

Do UVC Lamps Really Work to Kill Bacteria?

UVC lamps are proven to be highly effective at killing bacteria and harmful contaminants in many water, surface and air sterilization systems. Ultraviolet (UV) light is in the electromagnetic spectrum which is invisible to the human eye. UV light is divided into UVA, UVB and UVC wavelengths, measured in nanometers (nm).  UVC radiation emitted at the wavelength of 254 nm is proven to instantly eradicate viruses, bacteria, fungi, mold spores, mildew and harmful microorganisms naked to the human eye.

UVC radiation penetrates the DNA of these living cells and renders them unable to replicate which instantly makes them harmless.  UVC lamps which are specially designed to emit UV radiation precisely at 254 nm effectively eliminate these harmful threats in water, air and on surfaces instantly upon exposure.  UVC ozone lamps emit wavelengths at 185 nm to produce ozone which is a proven oxidizer, sanitizer and deodorizer to eliminate foul odors from the air.

How Do UVC Lamps Work?

UVC germicidal lamps are commonly low-pressure Mercury lamps designed to emit the optimum UV radiation and wavelength for the germicidal application. The low-pressure lamps produce a Mercury arc and are engineered to radiate exactly 254 nm of UVC radiation.  UVC germicidal lamps contain a blend of Argon and Neon gases designed for the application.

UVC lamps operate with a discharge device comparable to fluorescent lamps, with the lamp body commonly constructed of:

• VH Glass – pure fused quartz that transmits both 185nm and 254nm

• L Glass – this is soft glass and designed to emit wavelengths at 254nm

• L Glass – quartz and Titanium which blocks out 185nm

UVC germicidal lamps are designed without the phosphor coating on the inside of the glass lamp to allow for the maximum amount of UV radiation to pass through the lamp. UVC lamps are designed with lamp ballasts which determine the amount of voltage required based on the rare gases used the lamp ballasts are a critical component of UVC lamp construction which deliver the optimum voltage.

The LightSources Group is recognized worldwide for delivering high-tech lamp solutions with cutting-edge, UV technology. We are committed to delivering high quality, high performance, long-lasting and cost-efficient OEM oriented solutions. Contact us to learn more about our wide selection of lamp products and with any questions on UVC germicidal lamps.

Innovative Tanning Lamps Provide Unsurpassed Performance

High-performance tanning lamps make all the difference for successful tanning salons.  Tanning customers are happier with tanning beds that deliver a deeper, darker tan that lasts longer.  The LightSources Group has been a valuable supplier to successful tanning salons worldwide with innovative tanning lamps developed with proprietary technology.

LightSources in the United States, and LightTech in Europe are known for delivering innovative lamp solutions and cutting edge UV technology.  We were among the first to deliver tanning lamps with varying strengths ranging from 2.6 UVB to 9.5 UVB to satisfy different skin tones.  LightSources offers tanning salon professionals opportunity to increase brand awareness and improve market share with customized lamps featuring their logo and custom color ceramic bases.

Our tanning lamps are found in salons worldwide and include lamps featuring patented tanning lamp technology such as:

Peak2 Technology® - this proprietary, cutting-edge tanning lamp technology delivers an even and natural tan all over. Specially designed to balance UVA and UVB emissions into one phosphor blend, Peak2Technolgy provides maximum tanning effects with dual spectral peaks.

A-Power™ - this low pressure, innovative tanning lamp technology provides a darker tanning effects usually achieved with a high-pressure lamp. A-Power™ brings UVA and UVB rays together with just the right combination to deliver a deeper, darker tan.

SolGlass® -  this cutting-edge tanning lamp technology delivers a unique phosphor blend which combines shortwave UVB with narrow band UVA emissions for maximum pigmentation.

Multitone™ - these innovative tanning lamps are known to deliver an even and natural tan without the harshness of some high-pressure facial units.

LightSources Offers Custom Tanning Lamp Solutions

The LightSources Group is known for providing high performance, first to market UV lamp solutions. We design, engineer and manufacture high-tech lamps which support OEMs worldwide. We offer the widest selection of UV lamps, UVC germicidal lamps and fluorescent lighting solutions available.

LightSources in the United States and LightTech in Europe support OEMs worldwide with cutting-edge, innovative lamp solutions. We offer a wide selection of standard lamps with custom designed lamps and components available. Contact us to learn more about our proprietary tanning lamp technology and how to improve your market share with the best tanning lamps available.

Does UV Light Help Eczema?

Eczema is an irritating skin condition which causes dry, itchy patches of skin as the most common symptom in all types of eczema. Some people have moderate to severe cases with swelling and rough scaly patches of skin which can be made worse by scratching. Topical treatments provide relief to some people suffering with eczema although it may not fully ward off all of the irritating symptoms.

UV light is proven to be an effective treatment that helps many people suffering with eczema. Light therapy, also known as phototherapy, should be administered by a physician with the proper type of phototherapy lamp.  The narrow band UVB wavelengths is the most common type of UV light used to treat eczema, which replicates UVB rays in natural sunlight.

People that notice relief from eczema in the summertime are more likely to notice benefit from phototherapy. UVA light is also used with a medication called psoralen in a treatment called PUVA, which was also be administered under a doctor’s care. Phototherapy has been proven to provide relief of many symptoms for eczema such as:

• Reducing inflammation

• Reducing itchy skin

• Improving bacteria fighting systems

• Increasing vitamin D

Phototherapy is proven to help about 70% of the people suffering with eczema and is used on localized locations such as the feet and hands or all over the body.  It is important to be consistent with UV light treatment, as most people do not realize an improvement for one to two months. Many people find however that the benefits of phototherapy put their eczema in a quiet state of remittance which lasts long after UV phototherapy ends.

UV Phototherapy Lamps for Eczema

The LightSources Group is a leading manufacturer of UV lamps and lighting solutions including phototherapy lamps designed to treat many medical conditions.  Our engineers possess in-depth knowledge of UV radiation and technology, developing highly effective phototherapy and UVC germicidal lamps. We support OEMs large and small with phototherapy lamps to treat eczema, psoriasis, acne, vitiligo, and mood disorders such as depression and seasonal affective depression (SAD).

LightSources offers a wide selection of UV germicidal lamps proven worldwide and air and water sterilization applications. We offer patented products developed from the most high-tech lamp designers available, proven to outperform comparable lamps. Contact us to learn more about our UV lamp and lighting solutions including phototherapy lamps.

Develop Your Own UV Lamp Patented Prototypes

The LightSources Group assists OEMs worldwide with developing their own UV lamp prototypes and patented products. The LightSources Group consists of LightSources in the United States and China, LightTech in Europe with a modern, state-of-the-art glass factory, and our affiliated partners LCDL, Cerlux and Voltarc. LCD lighting (LCDL), is a valued partner specializing in miniature fluorescent lamps and lighting solutions. Cerlux KFT Technical Ceramics provides high-quality custom designed components and ceramic bases and Voltarc is known worldwide as a leading global supplier of lighted signs customized for any application.

The LightSources Group offers comprehensive lamp and lighting solutions, partnering with you to design UV and fluorescent lighting solutions which meet your specific requirements. We develop, engineer and manufacture custom lamps with specialty phosphor blends to specific wavelength emissions in the most effective nanometer for your application. Our engineers are the best in the business with in-depth knowledge of UVC radiation, designing germicidal lamp bodies with custom gas and phosphor blends. 

The LightSources Group Offers UV and Fluorescent Lamp Solutions

The LightSources Group offers UV and fluorescent lamp solutions to a wide range of industries and applications. We deliver first to market, patented products developed with proprietary technology as we strive to provide high-performance, energy efficient lamp and lighting solutions. Our UV and fluorescent lamps are found worldwide in a myriad of applications.

We design UVC germicidal lamps used worldwide in water, air and surface sterilization processes. We offer several styles including patented soft pellet Amalgam technology, and specialty designed UVC lamps for use in ballast water treatment systems for effective water sterilization. We provide tanning salons with a wide selection of patented tanning lamps, developed with proprietary technology to provide longer-lasting even tanning for customer satisfaction.

The LightSources group assists OEMs large and small with prototype solutions to meet your unique specifications. We assist you with design and development of patented products which increase your market share and enhance your brand awareness. No matter your lamp or lighting application, LightSources is your one-stop for design engineering and custom development.

The LightSources Group designs, engineers and manufacturers high-quality, high-performance lamps customized to your specifications. We provide OEM oriented solutions from the leading high-tech designers and manufacturers available in the lamp industry. Contact us to learn how to develop your own patented lamp products to improve your market share and brand awareness.

Miniature Fluorescent Lighting Suppliers

The LightSources Group consists of the most forward thinking and innovative lighting and lamp suppliers in the world. LCD Lighting is a valued partner of The LightSources Group, offering high performance miniature lamps solutions to manufacturers and OEMs around the globe. LCDL manufactures miniature lighting for precision and high performance applications such as:

• Avionic displays

• NASA space shuttle

• Computer backlighting

• Signs 

• Fluorescent lighting applications

Hot Cathode Fluorescent Lamps

LCDL designs, engineers and manufactures hot cathode fluorescent lamps (HCFL) in varying lengths and diameters ranging from T2 to T12. The letter T signifies a tubular design while the number represents an 1/8 of an inch. This means that a T8 is a tubular fluorescent lamp that is exactly one inch in diameter. LCDL manufactures HCFL lamps which range in size from ¼” to 1 ½” in diameter. 

HCFL lamps are found in many applications such as automotive, aerospace, computers, graphic arts, signs, displays, medical devices and many others. 

Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps 

Cold cathode fluorescent lamps (CCFL) are ideal in applications such as neon signs where bendable lighting is required. CCFL lamps are designed with an electrode rather than a filament as in HCFL lamps. CCFL miniature lamps are common in automotive and avionic displays, military applications, backlighting in computers and many others miniature lighting applications. LCDL miniature lamps can be found in these lighting applications and many more which require long lasting, high performance and energy efficient lighting solutions. 

Both HCFL and CCFL lamps feature a mercury vapor designed to enhance the phosphor blend and emit a pleasing light. LCDL and The LightSources Group offer a wide selection of reliable, high performance miniature lamps with customized solutions available. Our engineers will design, engineer and manufacture the right lighting solution for your application to meet your exact specifications. 

The LightSources Group is a leading provider of specialty fluorescent lighting solutions, meeting the demands of OEMs and manufacturers worldwide. We provide high quality, high performance and low-cost lighting solutions. Contact us today to learn more about our high-tech lamp solutions.