Ultraviolet (UV) Illumination Applications

Ultraviolet (UV) illumination can be used in specialized inspection applications to detect features or defects that are not visible under standard white light. Delivering UV light through a borescope requires illumination fibers that are UV-transmissive. These fibers typically have a lower acceptance angle, meaning the illumination pattern must be carefully matched to the optical configuration of the scope.

Modern Zibra Corp scopes can be configured with continuous illumination fiber bundles that carry UV light from the source to the probe tip, maximizing light transmission. For systems that require detachable illumination, liquid light guides may be used to maintain UV intensity from the light source to the scope connection point.

UV illumination is particularly effective in certain non-destructive testing, contamination detection, and surface analysis applications. When paired with the correct optical setup and illumination strategy, Zibra Corp’s inspection systems can deliver consistent, high-quality UV performance tailored to the needs of the application.