18 Isotope Ratio Measurement Can Now go to the Sample Site
Thermo Fisher Scientific have introduced the Thermo Scientific Delta Ray Isotope Ratio Infrared Spectrometer. The Delta Ray system is a new category of analyser for the continuous measurement of isotope ratio values from CO2
in ambient air. The ability to transport the
system into the field can enable scientists to continuously collect data, 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Scientists can measure short duration phenomena that may have previously been missed due to the low-frequency sample acquisition.
“A step forward in the surveillance of volcanoes is now possible,” said Andrea Rizzo, researcher studying Mt Etna for Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia, (INGV), Sezione di Palermo, Italy.
INGV-Palermo performs geochemical monitoring of Mt Etna to evaluate volcanic activity with the goal of predicting eruptions.
INGV-Palermo evaluated a prototype Delta Ray system in July and again in September, 2013 at Mt Etna, from sea level to just under 9,900 ft up the mountain. CO2 isotope data was captured from the atmosphere, fumaroles and crater plume. The instrument stood up to the rigors of this harsh environment, and INGV-Palermo research group is now planning a long-term study in which the instrument will operate unattended on Mt Etna for a number of months.
The Delta Ray analyser uses laser-based mid-infrared spectroscopy to simultaneously measure carbon13 isotope and oxygen 18 isotope with a precision of better than 0.1 parts per thousand in minutes. The mid-infrared range produces absorption signals about 8,000 times stronger than the near-infrared for superior performance and reduced need to clean the mirrors. The system’s Universal Reference Interface is engineered to automate referencing and calibration for verifiable measurements and high-confidence results. The system is designed to measure large and small-scale changes in atmospheric CO2
at concentrations from 200 ppm to 100%
In addition to transportability, the instrument is designed to be robust and simple to operate. Thermo Scientific Qtegra software is easy to navigate and enhances usability.
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New Progeny Material ID Handheld Raman Analyser Unveiled
Rigaku Raman Technologies have announced its next generation handheld analyser, the Rigaku Progenyä, designed from the ground up to deliver the industry’s most comprehensive and accurate materials identification, and improved ease of use, adaptability and reliability. At Progeny’s core is an advanced miniature VPG-based 1064nm optical engine offering bench top quality analytical performance in a rugged, ergonomic and IP-68 sealed enclosure. Progeny’s fully customisable workflow software is 21 CFR Part 11 compliant and boasts a smartphone-inspired user interface (UI) shortening the learning curve, allowing rapid
implementation of material ID methods, and significantly improving return on investment.
“As the first company to bring a 1064nm handheld Raman analyser to market, Rigaku Raman has once again leveraged its deep understanding of Raman spectroscopy and handheld designs to achieve breakthrough technological and design advancements,” said Bree Allen, General Mnager for Rigaku Raman. “Progeny will reset customer expectations in the market because when compared to other handhelds available today, it offers a level of functionality and performance that simply has not been achievable in the past.”
The new Progeny analyser has been designed for pharmaceutical, chemical manufacturing and academia markets and raises the bar on the speed and accuracy inspectors, chemists and scientists can expect from a handheld Raman analyser.
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New Miniature Multispectral Photodiode Array Introduced
Pixelteq has released its PixelSensor™ 8-band multispectral photodiode array, packing eight wavelength-selective photodiodes into a compact 9mm square sensor. PixelSensor enables multispectral sensing at a smaller scale by integrating spectral filters at the sensor level, simplifying optical designs and reducing device integration costs.
The PixelSensor photodiode splits the visible spectrum into eight discrete colour bands. Its standard 20-pin LCC package can be surface or socket mounted. Common cathode operation provides low noise and fast response time. Customised OEM versions of PixelSensor are also available with user-defined spectral bands. Using Pixelteq’s exclusive micro-patterned optical filter technology, narrowband filters deliver improved sensitivity and contrast for multispectral applications from portable colour monitors to industrial and scientific instruments.
“Continuous 8-band sensing from a device that fits on your fingertip is a powerful tool for designers,” said Randel Mercer, VP Business Development of Pixelteq. “It’s exciting to see how our clients are implementing application-specific sensors that improve health, productivity, quality and safety across a wide range of devices.”
Pixelteq provides micro-patterned spectral filters, sensors, and cameras – helping users shrink multi- wavelength devices into a single package, enable new optical features and deliver application- specific sensors and cameras.
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in all fields, from R&D to production, from quality control to lab routine. Industries like pharmacy, biotechnology and medicine are subject to strict requirements of regulatory authorities. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is the supreme authority for consumer protection of the USA. They establish the requirements for recording and electronical signatures of data, which are defined in the 21 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) Part 11.
PLUS FDA 21 CFR Part 11 software offers a comprehensive user
management to comply with all requirements of FDA conforming analysis, e.g. individual access rights for different users, electronic signatures, passwords with limited period of validity and an Audit Trail. This guarantees absolute data security.
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