I recently picked up a Nu-Arc 26-1K (1,000 watt metal halide, integrated
vaccuum frame and light integrator (i.e. timer), great condition) from
someone who had bought it at an auction. Cost to me was $350. You
shouldn't have to pay more than about $500 for one in relatively good
condition.
The light integrator is a "timer" that measures total light output
rather than the amount of time the light has been on. Based on the way
my unit works, I would highly recommend you hold out for a unit with the
light integrator feature. Most of the "newer" models are likely to have
them. Mine was made in 1983.
By the way, I was suprised to find that this unit is *not* faster than
my 40-watt flourescent UV light box. If anything, it is a bit slower.
I wonder if my Metal halide bulb needs replacing...?
Kerik Kouklis
http://www.jps.net/kerik/
Platinum/Palladium Photographs and Workshops
> Does anyone know where to get a used plate burner or other large,
> intense UV vaccuum frame unit? A 1k metal halide type polymer lamp.
>
> What kind of price can I expect tp pay?
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