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title: Dreve PCU vario 160
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createdAt: 2025-01-10T01:58:30.194Z
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# Overview

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The **PCU vario 160** is a UV curing unit that offers a large cure area and the ability to cure parts in ambient air, vacuum or nitrogen environments. 

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An external source of nitrogen gas is required to operate the PCU Vario 160 when a nitrogen environment is needed.
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# Specifications

**External dimensions:** 240 x 660 x 383 mm

**Usable curing chamber dimensions:** 120 x 280 x 290 mm

# Validated Resins

Please consult the table below for a list of resins that are compatible with the Dreve PCU vario 160.

| **Resin Name** | **Cure Time** | **Intensity** | **Environment** |
| -------------- | ------------- | ------------- | --------------- |
| DPR 10         | 30 seconds    | 54%           | Vacuum          |

# Configuring the PCU vario 160

Carbon provides a downloadable file with the programs required to cure compatible resins. These must be installed on the PCU vario 160

- during initial install
- when new resin programs or updates are released 

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This process requires an **empty USB flash drive** that is** less than 32 GB.**
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Download the configuration file below:

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Obtain a clean USB that is under 32GB to ensure successful transfer and prevent corruption
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Copy the configuration file to the USB drive.
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Plug the USB into the back of the PCU vario 160 control module.
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Open the **Settings **tab on the control module.
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Select the **Import Programs** tab.
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Wait for the import to finish.
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Check programs to ensure it was completed successfully.
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Turn off PCU vario 160.
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Remove the USB drive.
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Turn the PCU vario 160 on.
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Your PCU vario 160 is now ready for operation!
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# Product Manual

The product manual provides full instructions for operating and troubleshooting the Dreve PCU vario 160.

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**English & German**
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