Total Insight - Testing Methodology

In the rapidly evolving UV technology market, the margin for error is shrinking while the demand for transparency is growing. It is no longer enough for a product to simply "function", it must perform and deliver the biological or mechanical results it claims. HATO UV provides a "Total Insight" framework that moves beyond basic quality control to offer forensic level testing and validation.

Fly Catch Testing: laboratory-grade evaluation of insect attraction and capture efficiency, providing the empirical proof needed for health and safety compliance. In an era of rigorous health and safety compliance, verifying the efficacy of pest control technology is essential. HATO UV provides data-driven, repeatable evaluations for commercial UV fly traps using a "Gold Standard" methodology.

Fly Catch Testing

Laboratory-grade evaluation of insect attraction and capture efficiency, providing the empirical proof needed for health and safety compliance. In an era of rigorous health and safety compliance, verifying the efficacy of pest control technology is essential. HATO UV provides data-driven, repeatable evaluations for commercial UV fly traps using a "Gold Standard" methodology. 

• Scientific Benchmarking: We evaluate traps against Musca domestica (house flies) in a bias-free, controlled chamber (510 x 240 x 240 cm) that meets EN 16370 and ISO 17025 standards.
• Key Metrics: We measure Capture Efficiency, Temporal Distribution (how fast the trap works), and the T50 Benchmark (the time taken to capture 50% of the population).
• Performance Certification: Products receive a formal Certificate of Performance, categorizing the trap into efficacy tiers (Tier 1: >80% capture) to provide empirical evidence for R&D and procurement teams.
  
  

Electronic & Technical Analysis: 

Тhe service not only future proofs your design, but can also identify the root cause of component failures - from solder pad coverage to driver drift. A flickering lamp or a dead LED is rarely just a component failure - it is a symptom of a deeper issue. This service provides a "Health Check" to identify vulnerabilities that standard QA processes often miss.

• Root Cause Identification: We distinguish between manufacturer defects (short circuits), assembly errors (solder pad coverage), and logistical damage (mechanical stress).
• The Diagnostic Process:
  • Electrical Profiling: Precision continuity testing and power draw delta analysis.
  • Solder Analysis: Evaluating thermal pad coverage to prevent overheating.
  • Mechanical Forensic: Micro-inspection of lens integrity and environmental ingress (corrosion).
• Roadmap: We provide actionable engineering feedback to help you adjust production templates, redesign packaging, and hold OEM suppliers accountable.

Durability & Stress Testing

An accelerated life testing (ALT) protocol that simulates years of environmental wear, measuring irradiance decline (L70/L50) to ensure your products go the distance.

UV LEDs do not typically "burn out"; they lose irradiance (punch) over time. Our durability testing measures exactly how fast this decline occurs under extreme pressure to predict real-world longevity.

• Baseline Calibration: Every unit undergoes a 24–48 hour "burn-in" to stabilize electronics before baseline irradiance and spectral output are measured.
• Climate Cabinet Stressing: Units are subjected to "Damp Heat" (up to 55°C and 85% humidity) to simulate years of environmental wear in a matter of months.
• The "Reference Piece" Method: We compare stressed lamps against a climate-controlled reference lamp kept at a steady 20°C. This allows us to isolate the exact percentage of output loss caused by operational stress.
• End-of-Life Benchmarks: We identify the L70/L50 points—the moment UV output drops to 70% or 50%—ensuring you select the chip brands (e.g., Sanan vs. Liteon) that offer the best value over a 2-year lifespan.

To ensure technical accuracy and long-term reliability in the UV lighting sector, HATO UV utilizes an empirical testing framework that prioritizes measurable data over subjective performance claims. By integrating Standardized Fly Catch Testing, Forensic Technical Analysis, and Accelerated Durability Testing, the "Total Insight" framework provides a comprehensive technical audit of product hardware and biological efficacy.