The PCE-UVA 36ES UVA meter is a portable instrument designed for measuring UV-A radiation intensity in professional, industrial, technical and laboratory applications. Thanks to its compact design, battery operation and external sensor connected by cable, it allows practical measurements even in hard-to-reach points, on installed light sources, exposure chambers, test benches, UV systems and inspection areas where the measuring point must be separated from the main unit.

The instrument operates in the wavelength range from 300 nm to 390 nm, with a peak wavelength at 365 nm. This makes it particularly suitable for checking UVA sources used in UV curing, industrial controls, medical applications, laboratories, environmental checks, safety applications and processes where ultraviolet radiation must be monitored quickly and repeatably. The measurement helps verify whether the source is emitting correctly and whether the detected intensity is consistent with the process or test being carried out.

The measuring range is 0 - 19999 µW/cm², with 1 µW/cm² resolution and ±4% FS accuracy. These values allow UVA intensity to be checked with a direct and easy-to-read measurement, useful for both maintenance inspections and quality control. The sampling rate of 1 measurement per second is suitable for stable checks, point readings and inspections of light sources under normal operating conditions.

The external sensor measures 78 x 38.5 x 15.5 mm and is connected to the instrument by a 1 m cable. This configuration provides greater flexibility than integrated sensors, because the sensor can be positioned directly at the point of interest while the display remains in a convenient reading position. This is useful when the UV source is inside a machine, in a technical compartment, under a lamp, inside a test bench or in an area where the instrument body cannot be easily positioned.

The HOLD function freezes the value shown on the display, making it easier to manually record the measurement when the measuring point is not easily visible or when the operator needs to move the instrument after taking the reading. This function is practical for checks at several points, comparative inspections between UV sources, measurements on systems or maintenance tasks where the detected value must be noted accurately.

The 1.4" LED display provides simple reading of the measured value. The battery indicator helps the user check the power status during operation, while automatic switch-off after 4 minutes reduces energy consumption and extends battery life. The device is powered by 2 AA 1.5 V alkaline-manganese batteries, with a specified capacity of 3000 mAh, making it practical for mobile use in laboratories, production departments or field applications.

The main unit dimensions are 116 x 68 x 28 mm, with an approximate weight of 174 g. The compact format makes the instrument easy to carry in a technical bag, maintenance kit or quality control department. The IP20 protection class makes it suitable for use in controlled environments, laboratories, workshops, production lines and technical areas protected from excessive dust and humidity.

The PCE-UVA 36ES is suitable for many applications: checking UVA lamps, verifying UV curing systems, monitoring sources for curing adhesives, resins, coatings and inks, workplace safety checks, measurements in environmental laboratories, tests on medical or technical devices and inspections in processes where UVA radiation affects the final result. It is also useful for checking the ageing of light sources, because a lamp may continue to operate visually while its emitted intensity gradually decreases.

For reliable measurements, the external sensor should be placed at the actual exposure point, correctly oriented towards the UVA source and kept at the same distance when comparing several measurements. Shadows, uncontrolled reflections and sensor movement during reading should be avoided. When comparing several lamps or different areas of the same exposure zone, repeating the measurement at several points helps assess radiation uniformity.

The PCE-UVA 36ES UVA meter is therefore a practical and reliable solution for technicians and companies that need to measure UV-A radiation quickly. The combination of external sensor, HOLD function, LED display, battery operation, automatic switch-off and lightweight design makes it suitable for professional checks in laboratories, maintenance, production, safety and quality control.

Delivery scope:

1 x Environmental Meter PCE-UVA 36ES
1 x Instruction manual
2 x 1.5V AA batteries