Polychromix launches handheld NIR spectrometer
it claims is the first data analysing all-in-one spectroscopic
unit, allowing anyone to perform chemical analysis in the field at
an unprecedented low cost.
The handheld Near Infrared Digital Transform Spectrometer (DTS) analyzer, called Phazir, can be used to collect application specific spectra in field to support chemometric model development, thus offering applications from applications from laboratories to industrial process controls, including material identification, quantitative analysis, purity analysis, quality control and material inspection.
The Phazir combines a Digital Transform Spectrometer engine, its MobiLight lightsource, reflectance probe, rechargeable batteries, integrated computer and LCD display and software into one unit that can be used remotely, such as in field applications.
Polychromix's DTST technology uses an innovative MEMS spatial light modulator in a portable form factor, featuring a single InGaAs detector and no moving parts.
What is more, the device features low power consumption, utilising a standard USB connection for both communications and power interfaces.
"With the introduction of the Phazir, we are revolutionizing traditional methods of NIR chemical analysis - no longer will scientists and technicians be forced to endure the time-consuming and cumbersome process of taking in-field sample measurements, transporting them to a laboratory and then waiting for analysis results," said Mouli Ramani, vice president of marketing and business development at Polychromix.
"This product will change the manner in which NIR spectroscopy is used in industry today and will revolutionise methods and processes that vary from incoming inspections to end-customer purity analysis, offering an affordable, easy-to-use product."
The Phazir comes fully integrated with software that can be configured to specific applications.
It is the latest version of the Polychromix line of spectroscopy products which aim to deliver a compact and versatile chemical analysis system at low cost.
The DTST product family, first introduced to market a year ago, is powered by Polychromix's telecommunication MEMS technology.
The DTST devices are currently targeted at general purpose spectroscopy applications but numerous customer engagements are in progress to implement industry- specific process control applications.
