Blacklight Micro Effects Light
The MEL-BL (Micro Effects Light, Blacklight) that operates from a 9V battery with included battery clip that has a DC barrel connector plug that attaches to the light body. These micro effects lights use a 405mm high output violet LED with a narrow spotlight pattern. These lights provide for a strong glow of ultraviolet fluorescent paints in dark settings. 5 pack.
LEDs allow for the miniaturization of backlights and simple small battery portable lights for props, costumes, and other special effects lighting applications. The MEL-BL (Micro Effects light) Black Light uses a 3mm 1/8 diameter LED with a narrow focus light beam. The MEL 405nm light operates from 9 volts DC or 12 volts DC. Operating at 9V provides better longevity, while operating at 12V provides some boost in light output. When operating the MEL-BL from a new alkaline 9V battery, the operating time is expected to exceed 24 hours.
Although the MEL-BL is not a true UV-A source, precautions need to be taken to avoid looking directly at the LED, as the beam pattern is narrow and intense. The precautions that apply to blue light hazards should be observed, which precludes looking directly at the light source for any extended amount of time.
Applications:
Theatrical props
Special effects projects
Theatrical costumes
Escape room games
Checking security markings
Amusement park hand stamp UV inks
Lighting UV paints in themed entertainment environments
Blacklight puppetry
Charging of phosphorescent glow-in-the-dark tapes and objects