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Hyperspec SWIR

Headwall’s Hyperspec SWIR imaging spectrometer provides unparalleled spectral and spatial performance in the short wave infrared spectral region of 950 to 2500 nm. The sensor provides a complete spectrum of image data for every pixel within the field of view.

Hyperspec SWIR is available in two configurations: as a lens-based imager or as a multi-channel/multi-point spectrometer.

Each model provides different capabilities to support application requirements such as frame rates, dynamic range, region of interest binning, price, and more.

  • The industry’s smallest SWIR hyperspectral sensor
  • Standard model has 267 spectral channels and 384 spatial channels
  • Standard maximum frame rate is 450Hz
  • Stirling-cooled MCT detector

How to Apply the HyperSpec SWIR

Mining and Exploration / Process Manufacturing  / Remote Sensing

Speak to PAS for expert guidance on hyperspectral imaging options from Headwall Photonics.

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Hyperspec VNIR imaging sensors encompass a broad range of models with capabilities and price points to suit any application.

Designed for use in the 380nm – 1000nm spectral range, they are available as lens-based imagers or as multi-channel, multi-point fiber instruments.

With different options for imaging performance, frame rates, and data management, users can select among three sensor models within the Hyperspec VNIR family: the N-Series, the A-series and the E-series.

  • Expansive capabilities for superior spectral sensing
  • Variation in spatial bands and spectral bands between N, A and E series
  • CameraLink connectivity to suit application
  • Non-contact analysis

How to Apply the HyperSpec VNIR

Medical / Process Monitoring and Control / Over-Conveyor Inspection

Speak to PAS for expert guidance on Hyperspectral Imaging options from Headwall Photonics.

Hyperspec UV-VIS

Headwall’s award-winning Hyperspec® imaging instruments are rugged and versatile, for use anywhere from a laboratory all the way up to harsh outdoor environments.

Hyperspec UV-VIS covers the 250nm – 500nm spectral range and is available in four versions to meet varying requirements with respect to camera type, frame rate, dynamic range, and region-of-interest binning.

  • Ideal for low-light, low-signal situations
  • Extremely high signal-to-noise
  • Accurate, consistent spectral measurement
  • Compact with wide field of view

How to Apply the HyperSpec UV-VIS

Biomedical / Food Safety / Material Identification / Forensics / Process Control

Speak to PAS for expert guidance on hyperspectral imaging options from Headwall Photonics.

Hyperspec Fluorescence Sensor

Hyperspec Fluorescence Sensor

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Headwall’s HyperSpec High-Resolution Fluorescence Sensor is an all-reflective concentric imager designed for Chlorophyll Fluorescence imaging across large geographical regions.  

The spectral range is roughly 755nm – 775nm but this solution exhibits high spacial/spectral resolution plus high SNR for low-light performance.

  • Compact rugged design, smaller and lighter than previous generation products
  • Aberration-corrected high-throughput optical sensor design
  • Pixel binning available
  • Optimised for use with aircraft, UAVs and satellites

How to Apply the HyperSpec Fluorescence Sensor

Remote Sensing / Environment / Precision Agriculture

Speak to PAS for expert guidance on hyperspectral imaging options from Headwall Photonics.

Agilent 5500 FTIR

Agilent 45500 Series FTIR

The Agilent 5500 Series Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) instruments are advanced mid-infrared region spectrometer platforms that offer the same capabilities as larger and more traditional FTIR spectrometers. However, they are designed to be smaller in size, easier to maintain, and more affordable.

These instruments are specifically designed to provide precise results in material analysis without the complexity, high maintenance requirements, or expensive costs associated with larger FTIR spectrometers. The Agilent 5500 Series FTIR instruments offer accurate and reliable performance, making them an excellent choice for a variety of applications in different industries.

 

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The Agilent 5500 Series FTIR  is a powerful tool that features:

  • Longer path length capabilities in transmission spectroscopy in a user-friendly format similar to ATR with the 5500 DialPath analysers.
  • Quick analysis of samples by placing a single drop of liquid on the surface of the 5500t analyser and rotating a second window into position to sandwich the sample.
  • Available with one, three, or five reflection-diamond ATRs, catering to various applications, including single-reflection diamond ATR for solids and liquids identification and multi-reflection ZnSe ATR for liquid analysis.
  • Intuitive, method-driven, multi-language software that guides users through every step of the operation, ensuring ease of use. The software features colour-coded alerts to confirm whether samples meet specifications.
  • MicroLab Quant provides a simple, guided quantitative methods development package, making it easy to develop and optimise quantitative methods quickly and efficiently.
  • Optional MicroLab Pharma supports compliance with data integrity regulations, ensuring accurate and reliable data analysis.
 

How To Apply The Agilent 5500
Chemical Analysis / Oil Analysis / 

Speak to PAS for expert guidance on FTIR analysers such as the Agilent 5500 Series.

Agilent 4500 Portable FTIR

Agilent 4500 Series Portable FTIR Spectrometers

The Agilent 4500 portable FTIR spectrometer is the ideal device for on-the site analysis outside of a laboratory. It’s rugged build means it can withstand any environment, making it perfect for forensics, chemical identification, and industries such as chemicals, food production, and polymers.

This instrument is designed for applications where fast, reliable results are required. The optics are designed for reliability in non-lab environments, and the innovative sampling interfaces and software provide answers for liquid and solid samples at the sample site.

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The Agilent 4500 portable FTIR Spectrometer is a powerful tool that features:

  • Rugged, portable FTIR spectrometer.
  • This product is perfect for those who want reliable and high-quality answers, without having to be in a lab setting.
  • The 4500a Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR) Interface is ideal for the chemical analysis of liquids, powders, pastes and gels; while the TumblIR (4500t) or DialPath interfaces are perfectly suited for rapid liquid analysis under ambient conditions.
  • Depending on the application, one, three, or five reflection-diamond ATRs are available.
    The Special forensics analyzer package (4500a) detects unknown chemicals, like narcotics and psychoactive drugs
  • The 4500 DialPath analyzer is capable of giving you the long pathlength capabilities that come with transmission FTIR spectroscopy, but without the complexity.
  • The 4500t makes it easy to take high-quality samples quickly and efficiently. Simply wipe the two windows clean before taking your next sample.
  • The MicroLab FTIR software is designed to give you clear and actionable answers. The intuitive, method-driven software guides users through every step of operation in multiple languages, while optional settings such as hazard or color-coded alerts help users with the result review.

How To Apply The Agilent 4500
Alloys / Coatings / Environmental / Mineral Analysis  / Mining and Exploration / Construction / Forensics

Speak to PAS for expert guidance on FTIR analysers such as the Agilent 4500 Series.

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Agilent 4300 Handheld FTIR

Agilent 4300 Series Portable FTIR Spectrometers

The Agilent 4300 Handheld FTIR spectrometer offers an unrivaled combination of convenience, portability, ruggedness, and versatility. At just 2kg – light enough for easy transport yet sturdy enough to handle challenging conditions – it’s the perfect tool for on-the-spot non-destructive testing in any environment.

With high-performance optics, hardware design, and an excellent user experience, users will find the Agilent 4300 is easy and efficient. Applications  this device is suited to include polymers, coatings, composites, bulk material, cleaning verification, historical artifacts, and artwork.

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The Agilent 4300 portable FTIR Spectrometer is a powerful tool that features:

  • Portable nondestructive testing of advanced materials

  • Handheld sampling flexibility with auto recognised and interchangeable sample interfaces
  • Ergonomic handheld FTIR spectrometer design for ease of use and optimal data measurement

  • The design of the MicroLab Mobile FTIR software mirrors that of its mobile measurement hardware, ensuring powerful, reliable and providing the results you need in a simplistic manner

  • DGTS detector delivers a broad range of spectral coverage for everyday analysis
  • Optional MicroLab Pharma that supports compliance with data integrity regulations

  • User friendly, multilingual software that guides its users through every step of the process with ease and efficiency. With Colour coded alerts that are clear indicators to show whether samples have meet pre-determined specifications or not.

  • MicroLab Quant provides a straightforward, direct quantitative methods development package

How To Apply The Agilent 4300
Polymers and Coatings / Soil Science / Elemental and Mineral Analysis  / Mining and Exploration 

Speak to PAS for expert guidance on FTIR analysers such as the Agilent 4300 Series.

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Katana KT-100

Katana KT-100s

Rigaku Analytical Devices – LIBS

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Easily identify the most difficult alloy grades. The KT-100s uses laser induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) enabling durable and accurate identification of stainless steel, nickel and titanium alloys.   

KT-100s has successfully passed rigorous durability tests proving its capabilities in the harshest environments, tested to strict United States Military Standard 810-G.

  • GPS Tracking
  • Small and weighs only 1.5kg
  • 10+ hour battery life
  • Easy one-handed operation

How to Apply the Katana KT-100s

Scrap Metal / Metal Fabrication / Quality Assurance / PMI

Speak to PAS for expert guidance on the Rigaku Katana KT-100s.

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LABSPEC NIR SPECTROMETERS

LabSpec NIR Spectrometers

Analytical Spectral Devices (ASD) – NIR

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Portable, laboratory-grade instrumentation for fast-moving environments, LabSpec performs rapid, non-destructive qualitative and quantitative materials analysis using state-of-the-art NIR technology.

With options in Standard-Res, High-Res and Benchtop analysers, these spectrometers are optimised for rapid analysis, providing instant results with no sample preparation.

  • Evaluate hundreds of samples per day
  • Real-time identification of liquid and solid spectral characteristics
  • Measure multiple properties simultaneously
  • Compatible with ASD sampling accessories

How to Apply LabSpec NIR instrumentation

Forestry / Pharmaceutical / Raw Material Analysis / Quality Control / Agriculture / Consumer Products

Speak to PAS for expert advice on the ASD LabSpec model best suited to your application.

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QualitySpecⓇ 7000 Spectrometer

QualitySpec 7000 Spectrometers

Analytical Spectral Devices (ASD) – NIR

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The ASD QualitySpec® 7000 is designed for continuous measurement of process materials transported via conveyance systems, such as solids, powders and blended materials.

A compact optical head mount over the conveyor, using a consistent quartz-halogen light source, delivers full-range instantaneous measurements. All data is communicated via high-speed Ethernet with simple data integration.

  • Over-the-conveyor materials analysis
  • Qualitative or quantitative data
  • Rapid, reliable non-contact results
  • Integrated temperature control to maintain consistency of conditions
  • Durable in any process environment

How to Apply the QualitySpec analyser

Industrial / NDT / Materials Analysis / Forestry /Oil Analysis / Mineral Processing

Speak to PAS to find the ASD QualitySpec model best suited to your application.