Spectrofluorophotometer RF-6000

Overview
By combining new technologies with those cultivated over Shimadzu's long history, the Shimadzu spectrofluorophotometer has been reborn as the RF-6000. Combined with the LabSolutions RF software, designed for precise measurements and intuitive operation, the RF-6000 delivers high-performance fluorescence and luminescence analysis for research and quality control.

Wide Variety of Spectral Techniques

• Enhanced sensitivity and dynamic range for fluorescence, bioluminescence, chemiluminescence and electroluminescence measurements.
• High-speed 3D scanning for rapid acquisition of excitation–emission matrices.
• Spectral-corrected excitation and emission scanning supported.
• Fluorescence quantum yield and quantum efficiency measurements available.

High Sensitivity, High Stability and High Speed

• Best-in-class S/N: ≥1,000 (RMS) or ≥350 (P-P).
• High-speed scanning up to 60,000 nm/min to minimize measurement time.
• Xenon lamp with approximately 2,000 hour lifetime.
• Extended-range PMT extends detection to 900 nm.

Excellent Usability

• LabSolutions RF software simplifies measurement control and data analysis.
• Validation routines included for regulated environments.
• Status bar displays lamp and accessory condition.
• Large sample compartment to accommodate diverse cuvettes and accessories.

Sustainability
Certified as Shimadzu's Eco-Products Plus; power consumption reduced by approximately 46% compared with conventional models.

Applications - Documents
Multifaceted Spectrophotometric Analysis of Vitamins and Vitamin-like Substances - 2025-12-02
Changes in Fluorescence Properties Due to Temperature—Using a Thermoelectric Single-Cell Constant-Temperature Holder— - 2025-06-26
Measurement of Photon Upconversion Luminescence Using RF-6000 Spectrofluorophotometer - 2024-04-02

Videos

• Shimadzu RF-6000 Fluorescence Spectrometer - Getting Started

Technical specifications

• Instrument type: Spectrofluorophotometer.
• S/N ratio: ≥1,000 (RMS) or ≥350 (P-P).
• Scan speed: up to 60,000 nm/min.
• Light source: Xenon (Xe) lamp, ~2,000 h life.
• Detector: Extended-range PMT, scan wavelength range up to 900 nm.
• Software: LabSolutions RF with validation routines and status bar.
• Measurement modes: Fluorescence, bioluminescence, chemiluminescence, electroluminescence; 3D scanning; spectral-corrected excitation/emission; quantum yield/efficiency.
• Sample compartment: Large format for varied analytical needs.
• Environmental: Eco-Products Plus certified; ~46% reduced power consumption vs conventional models.