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Multi-Reflection ATR Accessory
The PIKE Technologies JetStream is a unique ATR accessory that is optimized for analysis of liquids in static or dynamic modes under ambient or varying pressure conditions. The accessory design features a cylindrical ATR crystal encased in a heavy-duty stainless steel body. The crystal's geometry has been carefully chosen to maximize its performance. The crystal generates 12 reflections along its body with throughput sufficient to perform high sensitivity measurements. JetStream's compact design employs a pair of transfer optics directing the infrared beam to one end of the crystal. A similar pair of optics directs the beam exiting the accessory to the spectrometer's detector. The sample enters and exits the measurement chamber via Swagelok® ports and completely surrounds the crystal. This assures efficient sampling and very good reproducibly. The JetStream Accessory is available for all brands of FT-IR spectrometers. PIKE Technologies, 6125 Cottonwood Drive, Madison, WI 53719, Ph: 608-274-2721, www.piketech.com.
Off-Plane SXR Monochromator
For sorting laser harmonics and other applications, McPherson is pleased to present a new conical-diffraction, off-plane X-ray Czerny–Turner (OP-XCT). Designed for operation from 8 to 125 nm (10 to 150 eV), the OP-XCT operates as a monochromator or imaging spectrograph. With a coarse diffraction grating and CCD, it can survey a very broad EUV wavelength swath, dispersing from 10 to 140 nm on a detector 12 mm wide. Thanks to the new optical system, the McPherson OP-XCT offers exceptional light throughput, and minimum stretching in fast pulse laser applications. The triple grating mount works under vacuum and improves efficiency at user specified harmonics. Planar gratings used in the OP-XCT are available with different blaze angles, providing opportunity to optimize instrument response for chosen applications. Spectral resolution of the OP-XCT is a controllable function via selected gratings, entrance slit and source size. With a 50 μm source and a CCD detector, the 800mm focal length OP-XCT resolving power (λ/Δλ) is better than 300 at 25.6nm (48eV). The precision wavelength drive is ideal for energy scans and high accuracy staring applications. The OP-XCT permits selection of grating rotation to work at positive and negative diffracted orders. This is all important for configuring time compensated double monochromators. The wavelength drive remains linear throughout, for easy calibration. Available in an ultra high vacuum (UHV) or high-vacuum versions, the OP-XCT is a powerful tool for laser generated high harmonic experiments like photoemission spectroscopy and pump probe ARPES. McPherson, 7-A Stuart Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824–4107, Ph: 978-256-4512, www.mcphersoninc.com.
Dual-Band Agility™ Raman Analyzer with Active Trigger Probe
BaySpec introduces the Dual-Band Agility™ Raman Analyzer delivering high sensitivity, reliability, and mobility in an affordable, portable package. Dual excitation maximizes selectivity for real-world samples by providing rapid acquisition, high resolution, and fluorescence rejection. Quick-change, auto-aligning sample holders simplify sampling or optional active trigger probe for added flexibility. Onboard software allows automated analysis while providing FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. BaySpec, Inc., 1101 McKay Drive, San Jose, CA 95131, Ph: 408 512-5928, www.bayspec.com.
New Laser Modules
RPMC Lasers announces the release of our new 105 μm fiber output laser modules. The SMP-915–3–1022–100, SMP-940–3–1022–100, and SMP-976–3–1022–100 offer up to 110 W out of a 105 μm, 0.22 NA fiber. This device is the perfect choice for applications such as the pumping of fiber lasers and material processing. If you don't need 110 W of power, we also have options at 50 W, 30 W, and 25 W (all available at 915 nm, 940 nm, or 976 nm with 0.22 NA or 0.15 NA 105 μm fiber output). RPMC Lasers Inc., 203 Joseph St., O'Fallon, MO 63366, Ph: 636-272-7227, www.rpmclasers.com.
New Dissolution Apparatus
Logan Instruments Corp. released the latest version of USP apparatuses 3 and 7 combined in one single unit dubbed DISSO III-7. Logan Instruments has designed and marketed an individual apparatus 3 (its DISSO III Classic) and an apparatus 7 (its RRT-7 Release Rate Tester) in the past. With limited choices, increasing demand and economic practicality for USP apparatuses 3 and 7, logan Instruments Corp. has created a new instrument that combines both USP methods with special features. The DISSO III-7 offers the uniquely designed carried-over evaporation caps that prevents evaporation, a big concern in sustained release dissolution using apparatus 3, which helps to maintain a uniform testing environment. Logan Instruments have improved their latest model by having a centered dipping arm to keep all sample shafts perpendicular to the outer tubes. In order to run both USP testing methods, one only needs separate dip racks and tube carriers. Everything else remains the same, with no additional interchangeable parts. Finally, the DISSO III-7 can be automated with Logan Instruments' new DSC-37 System Controller/SyR-8L-10ml Syringe Pump/SCT-240L Sample Collector, combined as the Automated System DISSO-III-7. Logan Instruments Corp., 19 C Schoolhouse Rd., Somerset, NJ 08873, Ph: 732-302-9888, www.loganinstruments.com.
A Simpler Approach to Raman Spectroscopy
Building upon the high performance capabilities of the top end NRS-5000/7000 series Raman instruments, JASCO has released a new compact and easy-to-use NRS-4100 Series laser Raman spectrometer. The NRS-4100 has many of the great features and performance of its larger siblings with a whole host of new technological innovations and greater performance. Measuring just 24″ tall, 22″ wide, 24″ deep and weighing only 120 lbs., this system is truly compact and lightweight. The use of a versatile three-laser system at 457 nm, 532 nm, and 785 nm, and a spectrograph resolution down to 0.7 cm−1/pixel makes the NRS-4100 ideal for many of the everyday applications in R&D, forensics, and QC. The NRS-4100 has options for both manual and automated XYZ stages and can be used with temperature control stages for high temperature measurement. The standard measurement range is 8000 to 50 cm−1 (532 nm laser with edge filter), with a choice of up to nine different wavelengths (405 to 1064 nm) from up to three different lasers mounted internally. The NRS-4100 also utilizes JASCO's highest resolution CMOS observation camera with 200 megapixel imaging and laser spot imaging at all wavelengths. Both automatic optical-path alignment and Raman-scattering adjustment are included as standard and can be executed from a single mouse-click in the Spectra Manager II software. Additionally, the Raman light path can be auto-aligned when switching between lasers. The standard NRS-4100 spectrometer features two imaging lenses with high- and low-power objectives for better quality imaging of the laser spot on the sample. JASCO Inc., 28600 Mary's Court, Easton, MD 21601, Ph: 800-333-5272, www.jascoinc.com.
Compact Laser Illuminator
RPMC Lasers announces the release of the new VCSEL-based compact laser illuminator (CLI) series. The CLI-30 series are high power, pulsed laser illuminators capable of up to 30W of peak powers. Designed for SWaP sensitive platforms, the CLI provides speckle-free illumination through the use of proprietary VCSEL technology in a passively cooled compact package. Currently available in the NIR band at 808 nm and 860 nm, the CLI is controlled through a serial port and operates from 8–1000 Hz. Various fixed beam divergences are offered. Designed as an OEM component, we can customize the design to ft your specific requirements. RPMC Lasers Inc., 203 Joseph St., O'Fallon, MO 63366, Ph: 636-272-7227, www.rpmclasers.com.
Dry Heat Transdermal Diffusion Cell Console
Logan Instruments Corp. released their dry heat transdermal diffusion cell system named the DHC-6T. Similar to their best selling FDC-6T, the new DHC-6T features a tilting plate and modified cells to purge annoying bubs from the testing process. The new DHC-6T dry heat transdermal diffusion cell system has many advances and cost-saving features. This new dry heat system does not use a water circulator, therefore saving lab space, cost, and testing preparation. The thermo-controlled housing design produces more efficient and evenly distributed temperatures to each cell. DHC-6T is also equipped with a bronze cover for light sensitive products. Franz cells are very costly as they are handmade and can break by simply dropping them. logan Instruments Corp. has developed a dry heat cell using precision glass and Teflon parts to create a new economical cell for the DHC-6T designed to change glass tube lengths for different media volumes. Logan Instruments Corp., 19 C Schoolhouse Rd., Somerset, NJ 08873, Ph: 732-302-9888, www.loganinstruments.com.
Beam Splitter/Combiner
Avantes now has an add-on providing the possibility of combining two light signals into one spectrometer or to split a light signal into two spectrometers with the option to switch between channels automatically. The beam splitter/combiner gives you a flexible option for using dual light sources or spectrometers. The small size of the beam splitter allows it to directly mount to the front of any AvaSpec spectrometer or AvaLight light source, eliminating the fiber interface. Another advantage is that existing systems can be easily upgraded to a two-channel system. Being highly adaptable, the Beam Splitter enables easy measurement of two different applications at the same time (for example, a fluorescence and a absorption measurement). Common uses for the beam splitter include: Dual-point measurements, lighting, light measurements, light source monitoring, in-line process control and chemistry, and absorbance/ fluorescence. Avantes Inc, 9769 W. 119th Dr., STE 4, Broomfield, CO 80021, Ph: 1-303-410-8668, www.avantes.com.
