A: Different minerals, gems, and materials react to distinct UV wavelengths:
254nm (Shortwave UVC): Essential for classic fluorescent minerals like Willemite, Calcite (Franklin type), Scheelite, and specific geological field testing.
310nm (Midwave UVB): Highly sought-after for specialized minerals, secondary uranyl minerals, and select rock species that only respond to midwave light.
365nm (Longwave UVA): The industry standard for general mineral viewing (Yooperlites, Sodalite, Fluorite), pet urine detection, amber, currency verification, and resin curing.