Honle bluepoint 4 ecocure vs SunSpot 2
Both of these are broadband arc-lamp spot cure systems, not LED, so this is a comparison of two closely related technologies rather than two eras. The Honle bluepoint 4 ecocure leans on continuously variable UVA dose (2,000 to 14,000 mW/cm2) and stored exposure programs from an established German maker, while the Uvitron SunSpot 2 leads on a published US price, in-stock fast shipping, and a higher stated peak UVA. Note that the two intensity figures are measured under different conditions, so treat them as reference points rather than a like-for-like ranking.
Honle bluepoint 4 ecocure vs SunSpot 2, side by side
| Spec | Honle bluepoint 4 ecocure | SunSpot 2 (ours) |
|---|---|---|
| Source type | Full-spectrum broadband UV arc / gas-discharge lamp; replaceable bulb via front slide-out module (bulb chemistry and wattage not published) | 200 W mercury short-arc lamp |
| Wavelengths | Full-spectrum broadband; UVA peak near 390 nm plus shortwave UVB and UVC (exact band edges not published) | 275-650 nm broadband (UVB/UVC through visible) |
| Peak UVA intensity | 2,000 to 14,000 mW/cm2 UVA, continuously variable (at outlet of an 8 mm x 1 m light guide) | Over 18,000 mW/cm2 (18 W/cm2) UVA |
| Channels / heads | Single 8 mm liquid light guide (1 m or 1.5 m), sold separately; multi-arm option not confirmed for the ecocure | Single guide, up to 4 poles via liquid light-guide splitter |
| Control | Programmable exposure sequences, 6 memory presets retained after power-off; foot switch is an optional accessory (Art. No. 1866) | Integral electronic timer and shutter, foot pedal included |
| Price (USD) | Quote only through distributors; no public US list price | $4,220 (UV1853 120 VAC / UV2132 240 VAC) |
| Warranty / lead time | See manufacturer datasheet | 2-year OEM, US stock, ships 24-48 hrs |
If your process depends on dialing UVA in fine, continuously variable steps anywhere from 2,000 to 14,000 mW/cm2, or on storing several exposure recipes that survive a power cycle, the bluepoint 4 ecocure is built for exactly that. It is also the natural pick if you are already standardized on Honle liquid light guides and filters, if you value the Honle Group's established European and international distributor and support network, or if you want a long-life bulb (about 3,000 hours) that swaps out through a front slide-out module. And because it is genuinely full-spectrum, with confirmed shortwave UVB and UVC alongside its UVA peak near 390 nm, it comfortably handles photoinitiator chemistries that call for shorter wavelengths.
- Very high broadband UVA output that is continuously (infinitely) variable from 2,000 up to 14,000 mW/cm2 UVA, giving fine dose control for a spot source.
- Genuine full-spectrum output: in addition to UVA (peak near 390 nm) the lamp also emits shortwave UVB and UVC, so it cures a wide range of photoinitiator chemistries, including those needing shorter UV wavelengths that narrowband LED systems do not emit.
- Long lamp service life of approximately 3,000 hours with relatively low intensity decay over time, plus easy bulb replacement via a front slide-out module.
- Programmable exposure sequences with individually variable intensity and 6 parameter memory locations (retained after power-off) support repeatable, short-cycle curing.
- Backed by an established German manufacturer (Dr. Honle AG, part of the Honle Group with Panacol) with a broad international distributor and support network, for example Panacol-USA and Techsil in the UK.
The SunSpot 2 fits better when you want a known price and fast delivery: it lists at $4,220, ships from US stock in 24 to 48 hours, and carries a 2-year OEM warranty, versus a quote-only path for the ecocure. It ships with an integral electronic timer, shutter, and foot pedal as standard rather than as add-on accessories, and its 200 W mercury short-arc source is rated at over 18,000 mW/cm2 UVA across a 275-650 nm broadband spectrum. If you need to feed several fixtures from one unit, the SunSpot 2's liquid light-guide splitter supports up to four poles, a multi-arm configuration we can confirm on our side but could not confirm for the ecocure.
- As an arc / gas-discharge lamp it requires a cooling-off period after switch-off (at least 10 minutes with the fan running, or at least 30 minutes without the fan at 20 C ambient), and the bulb is a consumable that must be periodically replaced, unlike instant-on LED systems.
- Light guides are sold separately and are not included with the unit; the confirmed standard configuration is a single 8 mm liquid light guide (offered in 1 m and 1.5 m lengths), and a multi-arm / branched (up to quadruple) option could not be confirmed for the ecocure.
- A foot-operated switch is offered as an optional accessory (Article No. 1866) rather than included as standard.
- The ecocure is the manually actuated, economical variant of the bluepoint 4; RS-232 and PLC integration interfaces are documented for the bluepoint 4 platform, but whether the ecocure specifically retains them could not be independently confirmed.
- No US list price is published; the ecocure is sold by quotation through distributors, so a direct price comparison requires a quote.
Questions
Is the SunSpot 2 a drop-in replacement for the Honle bluepoint?
No, it is a functional alternative, not a mechanical drop-in. The two are different platforms with different guide interfaces and mounting, and the Honle uses 8 mm liquid light guides. Plan on new light guides and fixturing, and verify guide and adapter fit for your setup before switching.
Will the SunSpot 2 cure the same adhesives as my bluepoint 4 ecocure?
Both are broadband sources, so most chemistries cured under the ecocure transfer well: the SunSpot 2 covers 275-650 nm, and the ecocure is full-spectrum with a UVA peak near 390 nm plus shortwave UVB and UVC. That said, a spectral match is not a cure guarantee. We recommend a sample cure test at your actual distance, dose, and cycle time before committing.
What do they cost and how fast can I get one?
The SunSpot 2 lists at $4,220, ships from US stock in 24 to 48 hours, and includes a 2-year OEM warranty. The bluepoint 4 ecocure has no public US list price and is sold by quotation through distributors, so its price and lead time depend on the quote you receive.
Honle bluepoint 4 ecocure and Dr. Honle AG (Honle / Panacol) are trademarks of their respective owners. UV Spot Shop is an independent supplier and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Dr. Honle AG (Honle / Panacol). Comparison figures are from public manufacturer literature as of 2026-07-18 and may change, confirm against the current datasheet. Spec match, not a cure guarantee, validate on your parts.
