LED Light Source cures adhesives in seconds.

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Able to cure various UV- and visible light-cure adhesives in seconds, hand-held Loctite® 7700(TM) offers typical output of 500 mW/cm² at wavelength of 405 nm. Portable curing system measures 9 x 1 x ¾ in. and weighs less than 0.5 lb. Suited for applications in crowded or hard-to-reach areas, unit may be powered via rechargeable batteries or ac adapter. LED technology allows product to deliver instant on/off performance and consistent light output.



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Compact, High Powered Hand Held LED Light Source



Portable Unit Cures UV and Visible Light Cure Adhesives

Rocky Hill, Conn. - July 28, 2004.... Henkel Corporation has introduced the Loctite® 7700(TM) Hand Held LED Light Source, a high-powered, portable curing system that consistently cures many UV/visible light curing adhesives in seconds. Featuring patent pending LED curing technology, the Loctite® 7700(TM) offers a typical output of 500 mW/cm2 at a wavelength of 405 nm.

Sized at just 9 x 1 x 3/4-inches and weighing less than 0.5 pounds, the Loctite® 7700(TM) is ideal for applications in crowded or hard-to-reach areas. The unit may be powered using rechargeable batteries or connected to an AC adapter. The unit can be used while recharging and features remote on/off capabilities.

Unique LED technology allows the Loctite® 7700(TM) to deliver instant on/off performance and consistent light output. The system's highly focused spectral output virtually eliminates overheated assemblies and minimizes the amount of ultraviolet energy irradiated, minimizing workplace exposure concerns.

For more information on the Loctite® 7700(TM) Hand Held LED Light Source, call 1-800-323-5106, or visit the company's equipment website at equipment.loctite.com. Reference part number 98418.

"Henkel - A Brand like a Friend". With brands and advanced technologies, Henkel makes people's lives easier, better, and more beautiful. The business sector Henkel Technologies is one of the leading suppliers of adhesives, sealants and surface treatments for industrial customers. Strong brands, such as Loctite, Teroson, P3, Hysol and Liofol, are key drivers behind the success of the business sector. Henkel Technologies serves the automotive, electronics, aerospace, metal industries, assembly, maintenance and repair, consumer goods and packaging industries.

The Henkel Group operates in three strategic business areas - Home Care, Personal Care, and Adhesives, Sealants and Surface Treatments. In fiscal 2003 the Henkel Group generated sales of 9.436 billion euros and an operating profit (EBIT) of 706 million euros. 50,000 employees work for the Henkel Group worldwide. People in 125 countries around the world trust in brands and technologies from Henkel.

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