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OPI’s MicroBond Lamp Awarded U.S. Patent

This first patent was granted on the design of and technology used in the lamp’s bulbs.

by NAILS staff
September 1, 1995
1 min to read


OPI Products recently received the first of several patents pending on the OPI MicroBond Gel Bonding System. This first patent, Des. 357,327, was granted on the design of and technology used in the lamp’s bulbs. Each bulb employs a polyester shield to reduce UV ray exposure. The polyester shield also ensures a symmetrical distribution of light within the unit, allowing for even curing of all live nails.

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