Spectroscopy is used widely in a broad variety of laboratorial research and process applications, including material identification, quantitative analysis, purity analysis, quality control and material inspection.
Polychromix's DTS technology uses a MEMS spatial light modulator in a portable form factor, featuring a single InGaAs detector and no moving parts. In addition, the devices feature low power consumption, utilising a standard USB connection for both communications and power interfaces.
The partnership allows Ocean Optics to add to its vast spectroscopy portfolio by distributing Polychromix's Near Infrared (NIR) Digital Transform Spectrometer (DTS) product family to deliver chemical analysis systems at lower costs.
"The DTS technology is novel, affordable technology that makes NIR spectroscopy more accessible to a wider range of applications," said Mike Morris, president of Ocean Optics.
Ocean Optics will distribute the DTS product family, consisting of three spectrometer versions: the DTS-1700 covering the 900-1700 nm range, the DTS-2500 covering the 1700-2500 nm NIR range and the DTS-NB high-resolution version for specific high-resolution applications.
Ocean Optics and Polychromix are introducing the DTS product family at industry-leading pricing. Pricing for the DTS-1700 and DTS narrowband is $7,199 (€5,637), and for the DTS-2500 is $10,999 (€8,612).