shatterproof lamp coatings
shatterproof FEP LAMP coatings
Adtech supplies fluoropolymer shatterproof coatings and quartz tube solutions for UV lamps used in curing, sterilisation, water treatment, laboratory, and industrial environments.
Used initially for UVA lamps in electronic fly killers, and subsequently for UVC and white lights, FEP has proved to be the ultimate coating material for shatterproofing lamps for this application. It allows glass and mercury to be safely contained when breakage occurs and yet does not become degraded by the heat or UV emitted by the lamps.
Shatterproof FEP Lamp Coatings Range
We manufacture heat shrinkable FEP to cover lamps and can cover virtually all lamp configurations, including straight, compact, circline (circular) and tight U-bend styles. Our specialist coating process ensures your lamps are IEC61549 compliant.
Our usual lamp coatings have a maximum continuous operating temperature of 200°C and does not embrittle or discolour over time as with other coatings. The integrity of the fluoropolymer coating will long outlast the manufacturers specified lifespan of the lamp.
We support both UVA and UVC lamp systems, including coated quartz sleeves, open and closed-end tubes, and custom oversized heat shrink formats for specialist lamp assemblies.
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Why Use Shatterproof Lamp Coatings?
UV lamp systems are often used in environments where glass contamination presents operational, safety, or product-quality risks.
Fluoropolymer shatterproof coatings help contain glass fragments and debris in the event of lamp failure, supporting safer operation in systems used for curing, sterilisation, and processing applications.
Typical benefits include:
- Reduced contamination risk
- Improved handling protection
- Support for controlled production environments
- Containment of shattered glass fragments
- Protection for surrounding equipment
Adtech coatings are used across industrial, laboratory, food processing, and high-purity applications where containment and reliability are critical.
Understanding the Difference Between
UVA and UVC Lamp Systems
Although both UVA and UVC lamps operate within the ultraviolet spectrum, their applications, construction, and coating requirements differ significantly.
UVA Lamp Systems
UVA lamps are commonly used in:
- UV curing systems
- Printing equipment
- Adhesive curing
- Industrial coating processes
- Pest control and insect killer systems
- Reptile habitat lighting
- Forensics and security equipment
These lamps typically feature end caps similar in diameter to the lamp body itself, allowing fluoropolymer shrink coatings to be applied with a close and consistent fit.
UVC Lamps Systems
UVC lamps are primarily used in:
- Water treatment systems
- Air sterilisation
- HVAC disinfection
- Laboratory sterilisation
- Food processing environments
UVC assemblies are often more complex and may include:
- Larger-diameter end caps
- External wire routing
- Quartz sleeves or containment tubes
- Larger custom-sized fluoropolymer heat-shrink materials
These systems require tailored coating and fitting solutions to maintain performance and containment protection.
UVA Lamp Coating Solutions
Adtech supplies fluoropolymer coatings for UVA lamps used across curing and industrial processing applications. These systems typically use compact lamp geometries that allow precise shrink-fit coating application while maintaining UV performance.
Typical Applications
- UV curing
- Printing systems
- Industrial coating lines
- Adhesive curing systems
- Insect control systems
Supply Options
- Coated lamps
- Lamp sourcing and coating supply
- Customer free-issue lamp coating
- Custom lengths
- Prototype and production quantities
UVC Lamp and Quartz Tube Coating Solutions
UVC lamp systems often require more specialised containment solutions due to their construction and operating environments.
Many assemblies use oversized end caps, external wire routing, and quartz sleeves that require larger fluoropolymer shrink formats and tailored fitting methods.
Testing and Performance
UV lamp coatings and quartz sleeve assemblies must maintain reliable performance under demanding operating conditions.
Adtech supports applications requiring:
- Consistent coating quality
- Thermal stability
- UV transmission performance
- Dimensional accuracy
- Containment integrity
Testing and performance information can be provided for specific application requirements.
Learn more
UV lamp manufacturer Light Sources conducted a research on the aging of fluoropolymer heat shrink sleeves used on UVC lamps. As part of this research, Adtech’s FEP heat shrink was tested.
We worked with a UVC sterilisation customer to create a custom UVC lamp cover. The coating needed to follow strict criteria to fit the UVC sterilisation application precisely.
The most common cause of glass contamination is the mishandling of lamps and bulbs during routine lamp maintenance. This can be prevented with the use of FEP shatterproof coatings.
Shatterproof FEP Lamp Coating Sizes