A2 Technologies

hand-held Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometer
This portable, hand-held Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometer weighs approximately 6 lb. Specifically designed for field-based surface- and bulk-analysis applications, the portable, compact analyzer can be operated using only one hand. Because it can handle attenuated total reflectance (ATR) applications, it is also useful in the general laboratory. This versatility makes the device competitive with much larger and more expensive traditional analytical FTIR spectrometers.

Exoscan Portable FTIR Spectrometer
The Exoscan is a portable, compact Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometer that weighs less than 7 lb and is controlled by a PDA. It is powered by either an on-board rechargeable lithium-ion battery or an AC power adapter. The spectrometer is designed for nondestructive onsite surface and bulk analysis applications, including sampling solids, pastes, gels and liquids. In addition to its external reflectance-sampling interface, it features a sampling system that can handle the analysis of large surfaces. The spectrometer’s optical system is a rugged infrared modulator that operates in the 4,000 to 650 wavenumber mid-infrared region and is capable of a 4 cm–1 resolution. Its software architecture covers methods development, supervisory and operator functionality.