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    Just bought a plug in UV light to dry resins/UV clear coats. Looking for ideas on best way to set up so I can do a few jigs/flies at a time. Thanks in advance.

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    Have pics? This is my temporary setup until I build a box. I place the light underneath and aluminum on top to reflect back. I just hang the jigs above light.

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    How many NMs does that light put out? Mine is around 395. Resins I’ve used have suggested 365 or higher.

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    395 NM. 5v 8W.

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    I have that same top coat. Really like it. Maybe 10 second cure? I leave them longer but it is hard quick.
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    Maybe I should just leave each in the vise and dry them there!
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    Yes, that. Give a quick freeze then let natural sunlight finish.
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    How durable is the finish?
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    Micanopy was s using it on jig heads. This is my first try. I did some work on a bear mount were the nose was damaged. Filled it with Loon uv resin and cured with the light. Worked great.

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