Question 1

When running my SUNA V2 on the bench, the data shows that the lamp is turning on and off. Why is this happening?

Gregory Ikeda · Accepted Answer

This is a safety feature of the instrument, whereby the lamp is turned off when its temperature reaches 35°C (95°F) to prevent damage from overheating. The SUNA continues to output dark frames while monitoring the temperature, and will restart the lamp once it has dropped back below 35°C. If extended in-lab use is required, immersing the SUNA in a cool bath can  prevent this behavior.

Question 2

When running my SUNA V2 on the bench, the data shows that the lamp is turning on and off. Why is this happening?

Gregory Ikeda · Accepted Answer

This is a safety feature of the instrument, whereby the lamp is turned off when its temperature reaches 35°C (95°F) to prevent damage from overheating. The SUNA continues to output dark frames while monitoring the temperature, and will restart the lamp once it has dropped back below 35°C. If extended in-lab use is required, immersing the SUNA in a cool bath can  prevent this behavior.