Counterfeit detection viewer apparatus for paper currency

摘要

The present invention provides a counterfeit detector viewer having a detection opening for receiving documents such as paper currency to be inspected. The device uses a UV light fixture mounted in the housing for projecting UV light rays toward the detection opening and the paper currency to be inspected. The device also includes a magnifying viewing glass for viewing the documents to be inspected. A slide out tray in the housing guides the currency to the UV lamp and is removable for replacing the UV lamp. The device further includes a reflector mounted within the UV light fixture to reflect the UV light rays toward the detection opening and the currency. The reflector means is made of silverized plastic, polished metal, a reflective metallic finish or a pointed reflective finish. The UV lamp may be powered by batteries or an electrical cord and plug for receiving electrical current. The counterfeit detection viewer apparatus is made of plastic or lightweight metal.