FT-IR spectrometer IA30

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The IA30 Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectrometer is a high-performance benchtop instrument designed for fast, accurate IR measurements in a wide range of analytical and research applications. Ideal for everyday laboratory use, it is suitable for polymer, semiconductor, and pharmaceutical sample analysis, offering simple operation and reliable results. The IA30 enables IR absorption, transmission, reflectance, and infrared photoluminescence measurements within a single software package, Miracle™.

Key Features

• Outstanding Performance: High sensitivity and spectral resolution.
• User-friendly: Simple to operate, suitable for all user levels from beginner to advanced.
• Maintenance Free: No maintenance required due to integrated moisture control technology.
• Customisable: Wide range of accessories for different sample types and measurements.
• Miracle™ Software: Powerful, intuitive software designed specifically for the IA30, controlling all aspects from setup to data acquisition, analysis, and reporting.

Performance and Reliability

• Modern benchtop FTIR instrument with guaranteed hardware and software performance.
• Robust interferometer built on an anti-vibration frame to minimize environmental influence.
• Solid-state reference laser with long operating life.
• Stable, high-intensity IR source and broadband DLaTGS detector for repeatability and accuracy.
• High spectral resolution from 0.5 cm⁻¹ for narrow infrared lines, up to 32 cm⁻¹ for fast kinetic processes.
• All specifications are guaranteed, with rigorous validation for each instrument.

Software

• Miracle™ software package focuses on ease of use and smooth workflow.
• Controls every aspect of experiments, from setup to reporting.
• Two user levels: Standard (for routine analysis and teaching labs) and Advanced (for R&D and complex analysis).
• Flexible data analysis: undo/rearrange processing steps, access raw data, reapply apodization functions.

Measurement Examples

• ATR-FTIR: Dominant method for solids and liquids, requiring little to no sample preparation. ATR crystals available in diamond, Ge, ZnSe.
• Transmission: Traditional FTIR method for liquids, solids, and gases. Requires sample preparation and IR transparent windows for liquids.
• Other Accessories: Specular reflectance for thin films, DRIFTS for powders, heated ATRs for phase transitions, liquid transmission cells for fast sample application.

Options and Upgrades

• Standard Sample Holder: For 50mm x 50mm filters and slides, compatible with films, cuvettes, and gas cells.
• ATR Sampling Accessories: For powder, liquid, film, and bulk samples. Single/multiple reflection ATR crystals (diamond, Ge, ZnSe, ZnSe/diamond).
• Liquid Sample Holder: For routine measurement of liquids with various optical path lengths.
• Temperature Controlled ATR: For temperature-dependent FTIR measurements from room temperature up to >100°C.
• Detector Options: Standard DLaTGS detector, with options for InSb, InGaAs, and MCT detectors.

Technical Specifications

• Spectral Range: 8000 - 350 cm⁻¹
• Sensitivity: SNR ≥ 20,000:1
• Resolution: 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 cm⁻¹
• Accuracy: 0.5 cm⁻¹
• Source: High-intensity ceramic source
• Detector: DLaTGS (standard), options for InSb, InGaAs, MCT
• Beamsplitter: Germanium coated KBr
• Hygroscopic Integrity: Integrated desiccants, electronic dry-membrane, embedded LCD and software hygrometers for maintenance-free operation
• Windows: KBr window exchangeable by user
• Operating Voltage: Universal mains input 100-240 VAC, 47-63 Hz
• Sample Accessories: Transmission sample holder (films, cuvettes), ATR (diamond, Ge, ZnSe), diffuse reflectance, custom and third-party accessories
• Software: Miracle (PC-controlled)
• Measurement Types: Transmission, Absorption, Reflection, Kubelka-Munk
• Acquisition Modes: Live signal monitoring, single scan (user-defined methods), kinetic series
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 660 mm x 540 mm x 300 mm
• Weight: 37 kg