RS-3500 Spectroradiometer
Spectral Evolution – NIR
Full range, portable, fiber optic spectroradiometer for remote sensing
This high-resolution, cost-effective spectroradiometer is one of the most adaptable instruments we offer. The RS-3500 combines a 512-element silicon array with dual 256-element extended InGaAs arrays, delivering exceptional resolution across the NIR spectrum.
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Specifications
Spectral Range | 350-2500nm |
Spectral Resolution | 2.8nm@700nm 8nm@1500nm 6nm@2100nm |
Spectral Sampling Bandwidth (nm) | Data output in 1nm increments; |
Detector(s) | 512-element Si Array Two 256-element TE-cooled InGaAs Arrays |
Calibration | Spectral and radiometric calibration for radiance/irradiance measurements using NIST traceable sources. |
Noise Equivalence Radiance W/cm2/nm/sr (1.2m fiber optic) | 0.8×10-9 @ 400nm 1.2×10-9 @ 1500nm 1.8×10-9 @ 2100nm |
Software Included | DARWin™ SP Data Acquisition |
Power (volts/watts) | 7.5v, 22.5w |
Dimensions (in/mm) | 8.5 x 12 x 3.5 (in) 215.9 x 304.8 x 88.9 (mm) |
Weight (lbs/kg) | 7.3 lbs | 3.3 kg |
Interface | USB, Wireless Connection |
Minimum Scan Speed | 100ms |
Wavelength Reproducibility (nm) | 0.1nm |
Wavelength Accuracy (nm) | ±0.5nm bandwidth |
Automatic Data | Data Optimization | One Touch Operation | Automatic Exposure | Detector Integration | Dark Current Correction |
Input | 1.5m fiber optic (25° field of view); optional fore optics |
Operational temperature range (°C) | 0 to 40 degrees |
Maximum Radiance | VNIR 2x Solar | SWIR 10x Solar |
Key Applications for RS-3500
• Ground truthing
• Environmental research
• Agricultural analysis
• Ecosystem change
• Forestry & canopy research
• Glacial change & climate studies
• Atmospheric research
• Vicarious satellite sensor validation
• Water body studies
• Plant species identification
• Urban development
• Crop health
• Photosynthesis efficiency
• Irrigation assessment
• Topsoil fertility & erosion risks
• Soil degradation, mapping, & monitoring
Speak to PAS for expert guidance about the Spectral Evolution RS-3500.

RS-3500 Features:
- 350-2500 nm spectral range
- 100% diode array optics with no moving parts
- Removable/replaceable fiber optic cable
- Rugged anodized aluminum construction
- Factory calibrated radiance and/or irradiance using NIST traceable source
- Auto exposure & auto dark shutter
- External Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
- Wireless connectivity