Ultraviolet Irradiation
Recent studies have shown that a wide variety of such contaminants exist at trace concentrations in all water supplies and in the air. Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) is a method of disinfection that uses short-wavelength ultraviolet (UV-C) light to kill or inactivate microorganisms by destroying nucleic acids and disrupting their [...]
Choosing Ultraviolet Energy For Wastewater Disinfection
Ultraviolet or UV energy is found in the electromagnetic spectrum between visible light and x-rays and can best be described as invisible radiation. In order to kill microorganisms, the UV rays must actually strike the cell. UV, or ultraviolet light, disinfects waste water by damaging the DNA and RNA of [...]
Spectroscopy Explained
The study of the interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation is known as spectroscopy. Historically, spectroscopy originated through the study of visible light dispersed according to its wavelength, by a prism. Spectroscopic data is often represented by an emission spectrum, a plot of the response of interest as a function of wavelength or frequency. [...]
Li-Fi Technology
Li-Fi is a technology for wireless communication between devices using light to transmit data and position. In technical terms, Li-Fi technology – visible light communication system – is capable of transmitting data at high speeds over the visible light spectrum, ultraviolet and infrared radiation. The term Li-Fi was coined by University of Edinburgh Professor Harald Haas during a TED Talk in 2011. [...]
Spectrally Controlled Interferometry
A recent advancement in the technology of the traditional interferometer, spectrally controlled interferometry (SCI), improves the manufacturing of optics that has multiple flat surfaces. […]
Hydro-Optic Disinfection (HOD) UV Technology
In 2014 facing ongoing water contamination issues, Plant Bowen Water Research Center, opted for a full-scale trial of Hydro-Optic Disinfection (HOD) UV technology to help find a viable solution. […]
Treat Water With UV Rays
Swimming pool service professionals have long known that the water in a pool can be treated by utilizing ultraviolet (UV) rays instead of, or in addition to, pool chemicals such as chlorine. A new process has been adapted that can quickly break down pollutants in wastewater, swimming pool or drinking [...]
Purify Water With UV Rays
One of the most effective means of purifying water is through the use of ultraviolet (UV) rays. UV rays can disinfect water and kill bacteria, it can also penetrate any harmful pathogens in drinking water and destroy the microorganisms that can cause illness. The way UV rays work is by [...]
What’s New: UVS Lenses
Universe Kogaku America adds to its existing line of lenses, new F/2.8 lenses for ultraviolet quartz lens assemblies. These lenses are well suited for forensic investigation and other UV and Infra-red imaging applications. The new UVS lenses have a smaller package size than the standard UV lenses. The lenses are available in [...]
What’s New: New Miniature UV Quartz Lens
New Miniature UV Lens Universe Kogaku has released our unique Miniature UV Quartz Lens. Unlike anything else on the market, this lens features 9.0mm focal length with an F/number of 2.8. More importantly, this lens is packaged in the popular M12 x 0.5 pitch threaded barrel. Call for [...]
What’s New: Ultra-Violet and Infra-Red Pass Filters Transmission Charts
Universe stocks a full range of neutral density skylights and closeup filters. When combined with these step rings, our filters will fit most common lenses.
What’s New: UV1054B
UV1054B 105mm F/4.0 Quartz Lens - At right is the 105mm F/4.0 quartz lens shown with and without the included C-T adapter. This lens will cover 35mm film format and features an adjustable iris and focus. It has the look and feel of a high quality SLR lens and can [...]
What’s New: UV8040BK2 78mm Quartz Lens
UV8040BK2 78mm F/3.8 Quartz Lens- The lenses at right are 78mm F/3.8 and feature adjustable iris and focus and a removable C-T mount adapter. The T-mount can be converted to Nikon F-mount with an accessory converter. This lens will cover 35mm film format. View product details
What’s New: UV Fixed Focal Length – UV Quartz Lens Family
Transmission from UV (250nm) to NIR Compact Size Universe is proud to introduce our family of UV quartz lenses for imaging in the 250nm spectrum. The smaller lenses pictured are the UV2528 and UV2528B, 25MM F/2.8 quartz CCTV lenses. They are both C-mountable and will cover up to a 16mm [...]
What’s New: UV Converter Lens
Universe is now offering a .7x front UV converter lens assembly to fit our 25mm series UV Quartz lenses. This converter mounts to the filter threads of the UV2528 and UV2528B lenses and will give the equivalent of 17.5mm focal length on a 2/3" maximum detector coverage. Please call to [...]
What’s New: 50mm F/3.5 UV Quartz Lens
Features include: Four Element all quartz optics All aluminum mechanical parts and barrel with rubber grip ring Removable C-Mount adapter reveals a universal T-Mount Transmission from 200 to over 1000nm 35mm Film Format coverage in T configuration 18mm image coverage in C-mount configuration 55mm x 0.75 filter threads Metal threaded [...]
What’s New: UV Filters
New line of Ultra Violet Quartz Lenses for imaging in the deep UV spectrum Available from stock in 25, 50, 78, and 105mm focal lengths, these lenses are well suited to forensic investigation and other UV and Infra-red imaging applications. We have designed and manufactured these lenses as a reasonably [...]
What’s New: UV0928CM
9mm F/2.8 Ultraviolet Lens with Focus Lock Universe Kogaku America adds to its existing line of Quartz lenses, a new 9mm lens for imaging applications in the Non visible light spectrum. This lens comes with a C-Mount, but can be configured to suit any requirement. Available from stock, in the [...]
What’s New: UV1228CM
UV1228CM - 12mm F/2.8 Ultraviolet Lens with Iris and Focus Lock Universe Kogaku America adds to its existing line of Quartz lenses, a new 12mm lens for imaging applications in the non-visible light spectrum. Available from stock, in the US, in a wide range of focal lengths, these lenses are [...]
Camera Technology And Ultraviolet Lenses
Simply because we can't see ultraviolet light doesn't mean it isn't there; learn more at universeoptics.com
Ultra Violet Lights Purify Drinking Water
Ultra violet lights can help purify drinking water in both home and business settings because ultra violet is an effective way to kill potentially harmful bacteria, viruses and micro-organisms; learn more at universeoptics.com