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      • Spectrometers

      • Since spectroscopy is used for numerous applications. We have defined our products in different lines, as seen below. We offer instruments with a small form factor to integrate into other devices in the CompactLine: high-sensitivity instruments for more demanding applications in the SensLine and spectrometers especially configured for the near-infrared range in our NIRLine. The StarLine spectrometers are our most versatile instruments for general spectroscopy applications.

          • CompactLine

          • Meet the Compact spectrometer, the next-generation photonics backbone spectrometer designed to empower a wide range of applications in various industries. This device is manufactured with Avantes’ newest automation techniques to ensure superior inter-instrument reproducibility. Discover how this innovative spectroscopy instrument will empower your application!

            Avantes’ new Compact spectrometer is a lightweight, and powerful spectrometer optimized to deliver high-end performance for spectroscopy integration. The Compact spectrometer offers high-speed performance, with integration times of up to 9 μs, minimal stray light as low as 0.1%, and a strong signal-to-noise ratio of 375:1.

            The Compact spectrometer is compatible with Avantes light sources, accessories, and AvaSoft software, enabling users to customize their setups to suit their measurement requirements.

          • StarLine

          • The AvaSpec StarLine family of instruments is comprised of high-performance spectrometers which exceed the demands of most general spectroscopy applications. This instrument line offers a wide array of solutions for various uses, while providing excellent price-to-performance ratios.

            Our AvaSpec-ULS2048CL-EVO and AvaSpec-ULS4096CL-EVO are based on CMOS arrays and are able to measure wavelengths from 200 to 1100 nm. The AvaSpec-FAST series of instruments is especially designed for high-speed acquisitions, such as pulsed light source and laser measurements.

            Instruments in the AvaSpec StarLine family are designed to perform in a variety of applications such as:

            • Reflection and transmission measurements for optics, coatings, and colour measurement
            • Irradiance and emission measurements for environmental applications, light characterization, and optical emission measurement
            • High-speed measurements for process control, LIBS, or laser and pulsed light source characterization
            • Absorbance Chemistry

            The AvaSpec StarLine instruments are fully integrated with Avantes’ modular platform, allowing them to function as both standalone and multi-channel instruments. These products are fully compatible with other AvaSpec instruments in our AvaSpec SensLine and NIRLine. The entire AvaSpec StarLine is available as an individual lab instrument, as well as an OEM module for integration into customers’ existing systems.

          • SensLine

          • The AvaSpec SensLine family of products is Avantes’ response to customers who require higher performance for demanding spectroscopy applications such as fluorescence, luminescence, and Raman. The AvaSpec SensLine productline includes several high-sensitivity, low-noise spectrometers. A number of these instruments feature back-thinned detector technology, of which some feature our high-performance, thermoelectrically cooled detectors. The other models feature standard CCDs, upgraded to high-performing instruments as a result of Avantes’ unique detector cooling technology. The back-thinned CCD detectors featured in the SensLine product family are high- quantum efficiency detectors with excellent response in the ultraviolet, visible, and near-infrared range from 200 to 1160 nm.

            All AvaSpec SensLine instruments are fully integrated with Avantes’ modular platform, allowing them to function as both standalone and multi-channel instruments. These products are fully compatible with other AvaSpec instruments in our AvaSpec SensLine and NIRLine. Every instrument in the AvaSpec SensLine is available as a lab instrument or an OEM module for integration into customers’ existing systems.

            Avantes’ innovative ultra-low stray light (ULS), revolutionary high-sensitivity (HS) and the optimum compromise (HSC) optical benches are the core optical technologies in the AvaSpec SensLine. These highly stable optical benches, combined with our high-performance circuit boards deliver high-performing instruments at affordable prices.

            All members of the SensLine are designed to provide features such as:

            • High stability
            • High sensitivity
            • High-speed acquisition
            • Low noise

          • NIRLine

          • Instruments in our AvaSpec NIRLine are high-performance, near-infrared spectrometers that are optimized for the demands of measuring long wavelengths. This line provides leading-edge performance for dispersive NIR instruments with toroidal focusing mirrors and dynamic dark correction for enhanced stability.

            The NIRLine is comprised of both thermoelectrically cooled and uncooled instruments. The AvaSpec-NIR256/512-1.7 features an uncooled 256 or 512 pixel InGaAs detector. All other instruments in the NIRLine have thermoelectric, peltier-cooled InGaAs detectors which support cooling down to -25°C against ambient.

            The AvaSpec NIRLine instruments are fully compatible with our AvaSpec-StarLine and SensLine spectrometers. Instruments in the NIRLine are available as lab instruments or OEM modules for integration into customers’ existing systems.

            Avaspec NIRLine spectrometers are available with a number of premium options such as irradiance/intensity calibration and non-linearity calibration.

            Our AvaSpec NIRLine of instruments is designed to perform in a variety of applications, such as:

            • Moisture content measurement of liquids, solids, and powders for in-line and quality control purposes
            • Quantitative and qualitative measurement of volatile organics such as ethanol and methanol
            • Plastic characterization and material identification
            • Irradiance measurements, such as solar monitoring
            • Qualitative measurements of feed and food

            Selected models feature the high-sensitivity/low-noise setting: an easy choice between the highest possible sensitivity and the lowest possible noise, right from AvaSoft 8.

        • Light sources

        • For applications such as transmission, absorption and reflection, illumination sources are needed. Avantes offers a wide range of different light sources, to suit your specific needs. An overview of the different options can be found on this page.

            • AvaLight-HPLED

            • The new Avalight-HPLED is a compact, low-cost light source designed for fluorescence applications. This high-power version was made for more demanding applications compared to our regular LED light source.

              Our AvaLight-HPLED light sources produce continuous or pulsed spectral output at different wavelengths. All sources have an SMA-905 connector to connect fibre optics and come with a 5V/1.6A power supply. This high-power LED light source can be used as a DC source or pulsed with a programmable Pulse Width Modulation (PWM), supplied by an AvaSpec-USB2 or EVO spectrometer (IC-DB26-2 cable needed).

              Benefits

              • Compact LED light source
              • High power levels
              • Fluorescence excitation
              • Several excitation wavelengths available

            • AvaLight-DHc

            • Get the best of two worlds with the AvaLight-DHc. It has both a deuterium light source and a halogen light source, providing you with adequate light between 200 and 2500 nm for nearly all absorbance chemistry applications. Deuterium emits light between 200 and 550 nm, whereas halogen emits light of up to 2500 nm. Coupling to the rest of your spectroscopy system is easy with the SMA connector.

              This light source is recommended in settings with large fibre cables or direct-attachment to a cuvette holder such as the CUV-DA, due to its relatively low output energy. The integrated TTL-shutter makes saving a dark measurement very simple in combination with AvaSoft (extra IC-DB26-2 needed).

              The AvaLight-DHc is optionally available in a rack-mountable version, to be used in the 19” rack or the 9.5” desktop system.

              A direct-attach cuvette holder CUV-DA is available for fluorescence or absorbance measurements.

              Benefits

              • Combined deuterium and halogen light source
              • Integrated TTL shutter
              • Low-cost solution for absorbance applications

            • AvaLight-HAL-S-Mini

            • From visible light to near-infrared, that’s where the AvaLight-HAL-S-Mini works best. The AvaLight-HAL-S-Mini is a compact, stabilized halogen light source with adjustable focusing of the fibre connection, maximizing output power at the desired wavelength. This versatile light source also has adjustable output power to provide extra power or longer bulb life.

              A filter-slot mounted on the front of the AvaLight-HAL-S-Mini accepts 1? round or 2?x2? square filters, to block specific ranges of wavelengths or instantly lower the intensity.

              The adjustable focus on the AvaLight-HAL-S-Mini helps you get the most out of your light source: it makes sure all possible power is transmitted through your optical fibre. Bulb replacement is easy and can be done in a matter of minutes.

              A combined direct-attach cuvette holder and attenuator is optionally available (CUV-ATT-DA-HAL). For attenuation you can use the in-line filter holder (FH-INLINE) or the in-line attenuator (ATT-INL).

              The optical output can be controlled through a dongle at the backside or from your spectrometer. At the lowest setting, the light bulb has a colour temperature of 2647K, but provides a significantly longer lifetime. The standard or medium setting changes the colour temperature to 2759K and provides around 30% more power with a bulb lifetime of 4000 hours. The high-power setting gives a colour temperature of 2879K, about 70% more power compared to the long-life setting with a reduced lifetime of the bulb.

              The AvaLight-HAL-S-Mini features an internal TTL shutter, controllable from your AvaSpec spectrometer. This gives you the ability to use the automatic save dark option in our AvaSoft spectroscopy software.

            • AvaLight-D(H)-S

            • In need of more power than the AvaLight-DHc? The AvaLight-DH-S is Avantes’ most powerful deuterium halogen source. Like the DHc, the DH-S is also a combined deuterium and halogen light source, capable of transmitting light in the UV/VIS/NIR-range, but has 35 times more halogen output and up to 300 times more deuterium power. The source has a prominent 656 nm deuterium peak which can limit dynamic range (see Avalight-DH-S-BAL as an alternative). It includes a focusing lens assembly, to fully utilize the possibilities and size of your fibre.

              The AvaLight-D-S is a deuterium light source only, making it a great option for measurements in the UV range, 190 to 400 nm. The AvaLight-D-S-DUV version starts even lower at 175 nm, for your deep-UV experiments. This version also offers twice the intensity at 200 nm.

              The output of the AvaLight-DH-S is optimized for fibres or bundles up to 600 micrometres. For larger fibres, the focal point is manually adjustable to optimize the light coupling into your fibre.

              The AvaLight-D(H)-S features an integrated TTL-shutter and filter holder for filters of up to 50 x 50 x 5.0 mm.

              Benefits

              • Combined deuterium and halogen light source
              • Powerful
              • Versatile in the UV/VIS/NIR ranges
              • Deep-UV option available

            • AvaLight-DH-S-BAL

            • The AvaLight-DH-S is a powerful deuterium halogen source, but, like any unbalanced deuterium halogen source, it does have a very dominant alpha peak at 656 nm. This is why Avantes developed the DH-S-BAL, in which this peak is drastically reduced by a dichroic filter. This means less power, but an increase in the dynamic range of a factor 20. A comparison spectrum as taken with a standard AvaSpec-2048 is shown on the next page.

              The light source delivers a continuous spectrum with high efficiency. The highest stability is in the ultraviolet, visible and near-infrared range, from 200 to 2500 nm. An integrated TTL-shutter and filter holder for filters of up to 50 x 50 x 5.0 mm are included. The TTL-shutter can be controlled from any AvaSpec spectrometer, which means the auto-save-dark option in AvaSoft software can be used (please note: IC-DB26-2 cable is needed).

              Connection to the fibre is done through an SMA-905 connector, which features an adjustable focusing lens assembly. This ensures you have the maximum possible power into your fibre. For all deuterium light sources, solarization-resistant fibres (-SR) are recommended (see the fibre-optic section of this catalogue). The output of the AvaLight-DH-S-BAL is optimized for fibres or bundles up to 1500 µm.

              The filter holder can be easily replaced by a direct-attach cuvette holder CUV-DA-DHS (see section accessories) useful for fluorescence or absorbance measurements.

              Benefits

              • Balanced light source
              • Broad spectrum: 215-2500 nm
              • Integrated TTL shutter
              • High efficiency
              • Increased dynamic range

            • AvaLight-XE-HP

            • The AvaLight-XE-HP is a pulsed xenon light source, perfect for ultraviolet applications, such as fluorescence. This high-power light source comes in a compact housing, making it very well-suited for integration into a customers existing systems. Compared to the AvaLight-XE (2W), the XE-HP provides significantly more power.

              When connected to your AvaSpec spectrometer through the Y cable, the flashes are synchronized with the data collected by the spectrometer. The number of flashes per scan can be selected in AvaSoft.

              Benefits

              • Compact pulsed xenon light source
              • Perfect for fluorescence
              • Easy to integrate

            • AvaLight-XE

            • The AvaLight-XE is a pulsed xenon light source, perfect for ultraviolet applications like fluorescence. When connected to your AvaSpec spectrometer through the IC-DB26-2 cable (sold separately), the flashes are synchronized with the data collected by the spectrometer. The number of flashes per scan can be selected in AvaSoft.

              With a special DUV bulb, the AvaLight-XE can be used for deep-ultraviolet applications (below 200 nm). A special direct-attach cuvette holder is available for your fluorescence applications. For transmission measurements, the AvaLight-XE can be used in conjunction with the CUV-ATT-DA, which has an iris attenuator to limit the light output and avoid saturation.

              Benefits

              • Pulsed light source
              • Perfect for fluorescence
              • Direct-attach cuvette holders available
              • Long lifetime

            • AvaLight-HAL-CAL-Mini & DH-CAL

            • Calibrating your spectrometer has never been easier: the AvaLight-HAL-CAL-Mini and Avalight-DH-CAL are NIST(National Institute of Standards and Technology)-traceable, calibrated light sources used to measure absolute spectral intensity.

              The AvaLight-HAL-CAL-Mini is a compact, affordable light source. It is calibrated for the visible range (350-1095 nm). Optionally, an extended calibration for the near-infrared spectral range (1100 – 2500 nm) can be ordered. It has a built-in diffuser, a cosine corrector with SMA adapter and comes with a calibration file in ASCII format. Calibration can be done using the AvaSoft software.

              The AvaLight-HAL-CAL-ISPxx-Mini is a special version of the Avalight-HAL-CAL-Mini, which enables coupling any of Avantes’ AvaSphere-xx-IRRAD integrating spheres to the lightsource (xx = 30, 50 or 80) for calibration. This source is supplied with a special bottom plate to stabilize the AvaSphere. The Avalight-HAL-CAL-Mini and Avalight-HAL-CAL-ISPxx-Mini include a power supply.

              Benefits

              • Field calibration
              • Visible and optional NIR range
              • Built-in diffuser
              • Compact and versatile

            • AvaLight-CAL (-Mini)

            • The AvaLight-CAL-xxx is a spectral calibration lamp, available in Mercury-Argon (253.6-922.5 nm), Neon (337-1084.5 nm), Argon (696.5-1704 nm) Zinc (202.5-636.2 nm), and Cadmium (214.4-643.8 nm) versions. The major lines including their relative intensity and structures are shown below.

              The standard SMA-905 connector supplies an easy connection between the lamp and optical fibres, making the AvaLight-CAL-xxx a low-cost wavelength calibration system for any fibre-optic spectrometer. AvaSoft-Full spectroscopy software includes an automatic recalibration procedure.

              The AvaLight-CAL-Mini, AvaLight-CAL-AR-Mini, AvaLight-CAL-Neon-Mini all come in the Mini-housing and are equipped with a connector at the rear enabling to switch the unit on/off remotely with a TTL signal.

              The AvaLight-CAL can also be delivered in rack-mountable version, to be integrated into Avantes 19” Rack-mount or the 9.5” desktop housing. The PS-12V/1.0A power supply should be ordered separately.

              Benefits

              • Compact calibration light source
              • Low cost
              • Available in a variety of wavelength ranges (from UV to NIR)

          • Fiber-optics

          • The use of fiber-optics as light guidance allows a great modularity and flexibility in the setup of an optical measurement system. Optical fibers can be made of many materials, such as plastic, glasses and silicates (SiO2). For high quality fiber-optics, as used in spectroscopic applications, synthetic fused silica (amorphous silicon dioxide) is used, that can be intentionally doped with trace elements to adjust the optical properties of the glass.

              • Fiber-optic Cables

              • Avantes offers a wide range of fiber-optic cables, which can be made in a variety of lengths and configurations to meet your needs. For common applications, a 2 meter length is sufficient and for this reason it is our standard fiber length.

                Avantes offers SMA-905 or FC/PC connectors and these can be the same or different on both ends. For some applications, special round to linear fiber cables are recommended in which a bundle of fibers configured in a round pattern on one end and a linear array on the other end. The linear array (typically 1 mm in height) is aligned with the slit height of the spectrometer which is also 1 mm. This fiber configuration provides maximized light throughput for applications requiring high-sensitivity.

              • Multi-furcated Fiber-optic Cables

              • Simultaneous multi-point measurements and Avantes multi-channel spectrometers, require multi-furcated fiber-optic cables. These assemblies can function as a combiner or splitter of light as they have multiple legs on side which converge into a single connector on the opposite side. Avantes offers virtually any combination possible, which can be adapted to your requirements.
                Typical setups that require multi-furcated cables are:
                • One sampling point such as an integrating sphere, cosine corrector or collimating lens being measured from several spectrometers (individual AvaSpecs or Multi-channel).
                • Multiple illumination fibers splitting out from one light source to different sampling points.

              • Reflection Probes with multiple legs

              • For some measurements, a reflection probe is needed that can be coupled to two spectrometers and a light source. A good example is a reflection measurement in the UV/VIS and NIR range. For these situations, Avantes offers our reflection probes with multiple legs.

                The light from a light source is coupled into a fiber bundle, consisting out of 17 illumination fibers which transport the light to the end of the probe. The reflected light is uniformly reflected into the two read fibers, each of which is connected to a spectrometer. In the example of a UV/VIS and NIR configuration a mix of high OH UV/VIS fiber and low OH VIS/NIR fibers are used for the respective light wavelengths and spectrometer types.

              • Reflection Probe (Standard)

              • To obtain spectral information of diffuse, or specular materials, reflection probes are used. The light from a light source is sent through six illumination fibers to the sample and the reflection is measured by a 7th fiber in the center of the reflection probe tip. The 7th fiber is coupled to a spectrometer configured to the appropriate wavelength range of interest. More illumination fibers can be added to get more energy from the light source and therefore increase the reflection signal level.

                For measurements under an angle of 90°, the FCR-90-Option was developed. It’s a special adapter with a mirror positioned at 45° and can be easily mounted on the tip of Avantes standard reflection probes.

              • Reflection Probes with Reference

              • In order to correct fluctuations and drift from your light source, periodic referencing is required. To facilitate this, Avantes offers this series of reflection probes with a self-referencing feature.

                The light coming from the light source is bundled into 12 fibers, which are split into two 6 fiber bundles. One of these bundles is carried to the probe end for sample measurement and the other bundle of 6 are directed to a white reflection tile built into the probe to provide a light source reference. This reference leg is connected to a slave spectrometer channel dedicated to light source referencing or may be routed to a single channel via a fiber-optic (contact a Sales Engineer about this special configuration). On the measurement side the probe end has a 7th fiber which reflects light back to the master spectrometer channel.

              • Reflection Probes with small tips

              • For some medical and semiconductor applications, a (very) small tip is desirable to do reflectance measurements. Avantes offers two standard diameters of small tip reflection probes, 1.5 and 2.5 mm and each tip is normally 100 mm long (custom lengths available).

                The probe is configured with an illumination leg with six 200 μm fiber cables which connects to a fiber coupled light source and a single 200 μm read fiber cable to measure the reflection via connection to a spectrometer.

                A special angled fiber holder (AFH-15) is available for the 1.5 mm diameter reflection probe. This device enables reflection measurements under angles of 15, 30, 45, 60, 75 and 90 degrees.

              • Reflection Probes for Powders and Thick Fluids

              • For effective measurement of reflection in powders and thick fluids, Avantes offers this specially designed this series of reflection probes. The probes allow the user to simply dip the probe into the powder or thick fluids to do the measurements.

                The illumination leg of the probe is connected to a light source and carries light to the sample via a bundle of six fibers. At the probe tip, a 45 degree sapphire window illuminates the sample and collects the indirect reflections which are carried by a single fiber to the spectrometer. The 45 degree angle of the probe prevents the measurements of direct back reflection from the window, thus improving the dynamic range of your measurement.

              • 1/2" Industrial Reflection Probes for Powders and Thick Fluids

              • For industrial applications that need reflection measured in thick liquids or powders, this probe is the ideal choice. The stainless steel cylinder and probe end make it withstand extreme situations. The tip is exchangeable and waterproof. Optionally PEEK or Hastelloy® C276 can be used as tip material.

                The light enters from the light source through six bundled fibers to the probe end, where it lights the material to be analyzed through a silica window angled at 45 degrees. This angle prevents any light to be reflected from the window. The light is selectively reflected through the seventh fiber in de probe. This fiber leads to the connected spectrometer.

              • Mini Transmission Dip Probe

              • For absorption measurements in miniaturized centrifuge tubes or vessels, Avantes offers the mini transmission dip probe. It features a miniaturized tip which is 130 mm long and 3.2 mm in diameter.

                The mini transmission dip probe has a fixed 5 or 10 mm optical path length. It is available in three different versions: one for UV/VIS (200-800 nm) measurements, one for VIS/NIR (350-2500 nm) and one for UV/VIS/NIR (250-2500 nm). For best results below 240 nm, solarization resistant fiber (-SR) is recommend. The probe features Avantes ME, chrome plated brass, jacketing.

              • Transmission Dip Probes

              • For online and inline absorbance measurements in fluids, transmission dip probes are used. When dipping or permanently mounting the probe end into the fluid, absorbance can be measured.

                A standard SMA-905 connector is used to couple light into a fiber bundle, typically consisting out of six fibers (other configurations available upon request). The light is transmitted to the probe end, where it crosses the predetermined gap and is then reflected against a diffuse white reflective material back onto the receiving read fiber, which is coupled, to a spectrometer on the second leg of the probe.

              • Transmission Dip Probe with Variable Path Length

              • For more flexibility during absorbance measurements in fluids, this fiber-optic probe features a variable and adjustable path length. The gap between the fiber and the diffuser can be set anywhere between 0.25 and 10 mm.

                A standard SMA-905 connector is used to couple light into a fiber bundle, typically consisting out of six fibers (other configurations available upon request). The light is transmitted to the probe end, where it crosses the predetermined gap and is then reflected against a diffuse white reflective material back onto the receiving read fiber which is coupled to a spectrometer on the second leg of the probe.

              • Collimating Lens

              • To convert divergent beams of light into a parallel beam, a collimating lens is needed. Avantes collimating lenses are optimized for the UV/VIS/NIR range (200-2500 nm) and have anodized aluminum housings.

                The COL-UV/VIS and COL-90-UV/VIS have a 6 mm diameter lens with a confocal length of 8.7 mm. The COL-90-UV/VIS is used when a 90-degree exit angle is needed. The focal point for the COL-UV/VIS and COL-90-UV/VIS can be adjusted. The COL-UV/VIS can also be ordered with an FC/PC connector.

                The COL-UV/VIS-25 is the big brother of the COL-UV/VIS. It has a lens diameter of 25 mm and a confocal length of 50 mm. This larger collimating lens is suitable for collection of light in free space.

              • Cosine correctors

              • To collect light from a 180° angle, cosine correctors are used. This eliminates optical interface problems associated with the light collection sampling geometry inherent
                to other sampling devices such as bare fiber-optics, collimating lenses or integrating spheres.

                Avantes offers four different models of cosine correctors: The CC-UV/VIS and CC-VIS/NIR have a 3.9 mm active area, and dimensions of 18 mm (L) X 6.5 mm (OD). The CC-UV/VIS is made of Teflon which especially suited for measurements in the 200-800 nm range, whereas the CC-VIS/NIR covers the full UV/VIS/NIR range of 200-2500 nm and is made of Radin Quartz.

              • Vacuum Feedthrough

              • These feedthroughs are designed for the use with fiber-optics in vacuum chambers, such as for plasma and coating deposition monitoring. They can be used in chambers with wall thicknesses of 5-40 mm and vacuum levels up to 10-7 millibar.

                The feedthrough assembly consists of an M12 housing with Viton® O-ring and two SMA fiber-optic interconnects to allow easy coupling to fiber-optic cables and probes. In order to connect these assemblies to fiber-optic cables inside/outside the chamber, two extra SMA fiber interconnects (ME-FI-SM-MM) should be ordered separately.

              • Fiber Microscope Adapters

              • To easily mount an Avantes fiber-optic spectrometer to a microscope, a C-mount adapter is available. It connects to an SMA or FC/PC fiber-optic cable and features an outside diameter of 38 mm, 35 mm long to slide inside the tube of a microscope.

                A special adapter with C-mount 1 inch-32 thread is available as AVS-MFA-SMA to screw onto a microscope.

              • Fiber-optic homogenizer

              • When connecting a multi-furcated fiber to a spectrometer or light source, light entering/exiting each of the fiber legs may or may not be uniform, so a fiber-optic homogenizer can be used to mix the signals to provide more uniform signal.

                The compact MMA-UV/VIS-SMA fiber-optic homogenizer is made of anodized aluminum and has female SMA-905 connectors on both ends. Internally, a highly transmissive Suprasil-Rod with a diameter of 1 or 3 mm transmits the light from one end to the other (from bundle to single fiber) and perfectly mixes the modes.

              • Reflection Probe Holders

              • The RPH-1 is to be used with our standard reflection probes, which are 6.5 mm in diameter. The holder enables positioning of the probe tip in two angles: 45 degrees for diffuse reflection measurements and 90 degrees (normal to sample) for specular reflection. This assembly is mostly used to facilitate color measurements.

                A setscrew is included to mount the probe into position. The RPH-1 is a small device, measuring only 60 by 30 by 30 millimeters. It’s made of black anodized aluminum.

              • Fiber Interconnects

              • A fibre interconnect is needed to connect one fibre to another. They can be useful for coupling patch cords to fibre-optic probes and other devices, or for any multiple-fibre application where coupling of standard optical fibres and accessories is preferable to creating costly and complex fibre-optic assemblies..

            • Accessories

            • To facilitate easier and more accurate measurements during an experiment, Avantes offers a wide selection of high-quality accessories. From integrating spheres to cuvette holders, filter holders and fibre-optic multiplexers, Avantes has you covered for your fibre-optic accessory needs.

                • Fiber-Optic Switch

                • Avantes’ fibre-optic switch (FOS) is the ideal accessory to correct light source drift.

                  This FOS is operated electronically via TTL signals from an external source or one of our AvaSpec spectrometers. TTL signals can be provided either by an external device or by an AvaSpec spectrometer connected via an interface cable (IC-DB-xxx, see ordering information below). 

                  The FOS is coupled in the optical paths between SMA-terminated fibres and features four COL-UV/VIS collimating lenses (UV/VIS/NIR). 

                • Fiber-Optic Multiplexer

                • To configure systems which enable a single light source and spectrometer to make multi-point serial measurements, Avantes offers the FOM fibre-optic multiplexer. The device is available in three different configurations: 1 input to 16 outputs, 2 inputs to 8 outputs or 4 inputs to 4 outputs. The FOM consists of a precisely controlled stepper motor and a rotary block. The optical path is coupled through multiple COL-UV/VIS collimating lenses.

                • Direct-Attach Shutter

                • For accurate results during a transmission, absorption, reflection, irradiance or colour measurement at different integration times, a good dark measurement is necessary. Taking this dark measurement often leads to having to undertake manual actions, like covering the sensor or switching off the light. This might prove to be problematic with certain applications because of the time and place or operator restraints.

                • AvaTrigger

                • Small and sensitive: the AvaTrigger! Designed for use with any AvaSpec-USB2/EVO spectrometer, it enables two different external triggering methods: optical and manual.

                  The optical trigger is useful for measuring pulsed light sources, such as solar simulations. Your Avantes spectrometer can start integrating within 1.5 microseconds after receiving the signal from the AvaTrigger. Alternatively, you can specify a delay time if you are interested in measuring spectral output against time (temporal stability). The AvaTrigger has an SMA-905 connector to easily couple with any accessory or light source from Avantes’ extensive line-up.

                • Replaceaple Slit Kit for Spectrometers

                • To fully utilize your AvaSpec-RS series spectrometer with a replaceable slit, we offer our slit kit. It features a complete set with four slits of 25, 50, 100, 200, and 500 μm. Also included in the kit are the tools to change the slit in the spectrometer easily.


                  This slit kit is available in SMA (choice of 4 SMA slits), SMA/FCPC (combination of 2 SMA and 2 PCPC slits), and FC/PC (choice of 4 FCPC and/or SMA slits) versions. All slit kits can be used on any spectrometer with the replaceable slit option installed.
                  Slit sizes 5 and 10 um are not included in the kit but can be ordered as separate items (recalibration of spectrometer recommended).

                • Variable Collimating Lens Holders

                • For transmission measurements of samples of various sizes and thicknesses, the variable collimating lens holder is the perfect tool. The vertical bars can be adjusted to samples up to 160 mm thick. The base is made of anodized aluminum and features adjustable mount bars. Each bar has four 3/8”-24 threaded holes for COL-UV/VIS collimating lenses. Adjusting the bars is easy, simply loosen the screws and slide.

                • Cuvette Sample Holders

                • The CUV-UV/VIS, CUV-FL-UV/VIS and CUV-ALL/UV/VIS are especially designed for absorption and fluorescence measurements and should be used with standard 10x10mm cuvettes. For non-standard cuvettes, adjustable ball-detents ensure repeatable placement and measurements at the same location. All cuvette holders have a 5mm wide slit to hold filters and a cover to prevent ambient light from entering the light path.

                • Temperature-Controlled Cuvette Holders

                • For extra stability during demanding measurements such as fluorescence, Avantes offers the CUV-UV/VIS-TC, an air-cooled temperature-controlled cuvette holder. The temperature can be set anywhere between -15°C and +105°C with an accuracy of 0.15°C

                  Other features include magnetic stirring, slit attenuation kit, and fused-silica lens systems with SMA fiber-optic connectors. It can be combined with any AvaLight light source or AvaSpec spectrometer to create a powerful measurement system.

                • Variable Path Length Cuvette Holders

                • For low absorption measurements and flow cell cuvettes, the CUV-VAR-UV/VIS cuvette holder is the ideal solution. It features a variable, adjustable path length, ranging from 10-160mm, ensuring maximum flexibility. It can be used as a standard cuvette holder with a 10mm path length, as a filter holder with 2mm path length or any path length up to 160mm.

                  This item is equipped with two COL-UV/VIS collimating lenses to support applications in the 200-2500 nm wavelength range.

                • Direct-Attach Cuvette Holders

                • To mount a cuvette holder directly to your light source, Avantes offers a range of direct-attached cuvette holders. The CUV-DA connects to the AvaLight-DHc, -XE and -(HP)LED light sources, the CUV-DA-DHS to the AvaLight-DHS and AvaLight-DHS-BAL and the CUV-DA-HAL-Mini to the AvaLight-HAL-Mini. These devices can be used for either absorbance or fluorescence measurements.

                • Direct-Attach Cuvette Holders with Attenuator and Filter Holders

                • Have the most flexible setup with the combined cuvette holder, attenuator, and filter holder. The attenuation can be set from 0-100%, which can be fixed with a set screw. Use the cuvette holder for any cuvette up to 10x10mm and add half-inch diameter (12-13mm) filters of 1-8mm thick.

                  The combined direct-attached accessory is available in two versions: the CUV-ATT-DA is used with the AvaLight-DHc (Deuterium and Halogen), and AvaLight-XE (Xenon). The CUV-ATT-DA-HAL-Mini is meant for the AvaLight-HAL-Mini (Halogen) light source.

                • Direct-Attach Fiber-Optic Attenuator

                • When light intensity must be reduced, the direct-attached attenuator is a great choice with your AvaLight series light sources. The attenuator helps in situations where detector saturation is an issue. It is attached to the light source and has a SMA connector to couple to other measurement devices and your spectrometer.

                  The attenuation can be set from 0-100%, which can be fixed with a set screws. It is supplied with a UV/VIS/NIR collimating lens.

                • In-Line Fiber-Optic Attenuator

                • For all UV-VIS-NIR applications and ATT-INL-EXT setups where light intensity must be reduced, Avantes offers the inline fibre-optic attenuator (ATT-INL-EXT) and the direct attached fibre-optic attenuator (ATTDA). This device is an iris attenuator which controls light throughput to avoid detector saturation.

                  The ATT-INL-EXT is coupled between two SMA terminated fibre-optic cables, whereas the ATT-DA can be connected directly to the light source. Both devices consist of two UV/VIS/NIR collimating lenses mounted on either side of an adjustable iris. The attenuation can be set from 0-100% and can be fixed with a set screw.

                • Variable In-Line Filter Holders

                • When an in-line filter is needed, Avantes offers two types of in-line filter holders: the FH-INLINE-1” and the FH-INLINE. The FH-INLINE-1” is designed to hold one inch filters from 1-60 mm thick. The FH-INLINE is designed for 1/2” or 12-13 mm filters of 1-8 mm thick.

                  Both in-line filter holders come with two quartz collimating lenses for the UV/VIS/NIR range. Avantes offers a wide range of round 12 mm filters (for FH-INLINE).

                • Variable In-Line Filter Holders

                • When an in-line filter is needed, Avantes offers two types of in-line filter holders: the FH-INLINE-1” and the FH-INLINE. The FH-INLINE-1” is designed to hold one inch filters from 1-60 mm thick. The FH-INLINE is designed for 1/2” or 12-13 mm filters of 1-8 mm thick.

                  Both in-line filter holders come with two quartz collimating lenses for the UV/VIS/NIR range. Avantes offers a wide range of round 12 mm filters (for FH-INLINE).

                • Large Integrating Spheres

                • For measurement of high-powered LEDs and sources, Avantes offers the AvaSphere-100, -150 and -200mm. The number corresponds with the internal diameter of the spheres in millimetres.

                  The 100, 150 and 200 models come with three ports: at 0, 90 degrees and NP. The port of your choice is fitted with a baffled SMA-905 connector, please specify when ordering. Either of the other two ports can be used for illumination or sampling. The default sample port sizes are typically 25% of the sphere’s diameter. Port plugs or reducers are available on request.

                • In-Line Flow Cells

                • For in-line absorbance or fluorescence measurements, Avantes offers the in-line flow cells. They are available for tubing diameters of 1/4, 1/2 and 1 inch. The flow cells consist of Swagelok union cross tube fittings and two UV/VIS/NIR collimating lenses.

                  The optical path depends on the size of the flow cell: the 1/4” version has an optical path of 5 mm, the 1/2” of 10 mm and the 1” version 20 mm. They feature SMA-905 connectors for easy coupling to any of our wide range of fiber-optic cables or bundles.

                • Micro Flow Cells

                • For in-line measurements of low liquid volumes, Avantes offers our micro flow cells. The micro flow cells feature a Z-design and can easily be coupled to 1.5 mm PTFE tubing with 0.5 mm inner diameter. Typically these are used for absorption measurements and HPLC applications.

                  Two special fiber-optic cables (FC part number terminating in FIA) are required for coupling with these micro flow cells. The special fiber-optic cable is the window for these flow cells.

                • Optical Post Mount

                • For easily mounting a collimating lens on a bread-board laboratory table, rail carriers and other bench plates, the Optical Post Mount (OPM) should be used. This device is an M6 threaded anodized aluminium assembly with a 3/8”-24 hole for mounting a COL-UV/VIS collimating lens. The OPM is 30mm in diameter with an internal post that is 6.5mm in diameter. The height of the focusing axis is 100mm.

                • AvaTripod

                • The AvaTripod is a flexible and versatile accessory, which is useable in various applications.

                  The top of the tripod has an attachment head which features two holes; one measuring 6.8 mm in diameter to hold the barrel of a cosine corrector (CC-VIS/NIR) or a reflection probe and a setscrew to hold the probe or cosine corrector in place. The second hole is a 3/8”-24 threaded hole for a COL-UV/VIS collimating lens.

                  The head can be fixed at any position, at any angle with an adjustable height of 200-300 mm.

                • Stage for Transmission and Reflection

                • This transmission and reflection stage is the ideal companion to make it easier to perform reflection and transmission measurements. The TR stage is a great accessory to perform and create multiple measurement set-ups.

                • Reference Tiles

                • For diffuse reflection measurements, Avantes offers the WS-2 reference tile. The RS-2 is available for specular reflection measurements.

                  The WS-2 reference tile is made out of a white diffuse PTFE based material, which is considered the highest-grade reference material for diffuse reflectance. It is mostly used in colorimetric application where a reference signal has to be obtained during a reflection measurement.

                • Power Adapters

                • Most AvaSpec spectrometers are USB powered, but some users prefer to power their instrument externally. Avantes PS-12V and PS-24V can be used to connect your AvaSpec spectrometer and AvaLight light sources to any 100-240V power connection.

                  The PS-12V has a maximum output of 1.0A and is used with all AvaSpec spectrometers and most light sources and accessories. The PS-24V is to be used with the AvaLight-HAL halogen light source and the FOS-inline fibre-optic switch.

                • Interface Cables

                • Avantes offers a wide range of cables to connect your AvaSpec spectrometer to an AvaLight series light source or one of our many accessories (fibre-optic switches, AvaTrigger, etc). 


                  The table below shows the cable options for your light source or accessory application. Please note that the cables generally are 2 metres long, but custom lengths are available on request.

              • Software

              • AvaSoft is our own software package that we developed to control all Avantes spectrometers and a wide range of accessories. The latest version can be used with the latest Windows versions. Since the initial version of AvaSoft in 1996, a major upgrade has been released at least once a year, featuring new options and possibilities.

                Below you can find the different versions of our software, several add-ons to perform specific measurements like colour and irradiance and our interface packages for Windows and Linux libraries. Besides our own software, we offer Panorama© and Specline Analytical software for specific demands in capabilities.

                  • AvaSoft-Basic

                  • To facilitate the use of our AvaSpec series spectrometers, we provide our AvaSoft-Basic, free of charge. It features user-friendly controls and pull-down menus and is mouse-orientated. Mouse clicks control movements of a data cursor for instantaneous readout of wavelength, pixel, and Y-axis magnitude. The multi-window and multi-monitor interface enables a side-by-side comparison of measurements. You can drag the mouse for easy and fast zoom-in/out on both X and Y axes. An unlimited number of AvaSpec series spectrometers can be connected to the computer, either through USB or Ethernet.

                  • Panorama© Software

                  • To ensure the highest level of flexibility, AvaSoft-All includes AvaSoft-Full and all application modules described in the subsequent pages. This means you can perform colour, irradiance, chemometry, LIBS, thin film, and Raman measurements, process control, and real-time exporting to Excel – all in one convenient software package.

                  • Specline Analytical Software

                  • To easily identify and analyze atoms, ions and molecules, Specline© analytical software offers an extensive database. It enables analysis of spectral data, imported directly from AvaSoft spectroscopy software along with other standard formats.

                    This unique database for atoms and molecules makes line identification fast and easy. To support you in analyzing and comparing the spectra, many evaluation functions are available including:

                    • Search algorithms for automatic peak finding in the spectra
                    • Identification of atoms, molecules, and their ions using the included extensive database

                  • Interface Packages and Libraries for Windows and Linux

                  • Available in both Linux and Windows versions, the interface packages allow you to easily write custom software solutions for AvaSpec series spectrometers.

                    The Windows version, AvaSpec-DLL, is both available in 32-bit and 64-bit software. The Windows version also includes a 64-bit version (AvaSpecx64.DLL) which can be used when a 64-bit programming environment is used.

                    The software can be used for the following actions:

                    • Establishing connection to one or more connected USB spectrometers, activation, and deactivation.
                    • Writing and retrieving device hardware parameters from the spectrometer’s EEPROM. This includes wavelength coefficients, gain and offset values, and optional parameters that can be added. These include non-linearity calibration, irradiance calibration, and others.

                • OEM spectrometers

                • Avantes, the leading OEM spectroscopy manufacturer and designer is the best choice for high-quality and highly reproducible spectroscopy solutions for low-volume and high- volume customers.

                  We take pride in collaborating with our customers to supply the right solution, on time. Whether you need a custom configured optical bench or a specialized fibre-optic probe, we have the experience and dedication to make it happen. While we gladly develop custom-made devices, we also offer several modular and highly configurable OEM options.

                    • OEM spectrometers: AvaBench Optical Benches

                    • AvaSpec optical benches are available with or without one of our electronics boards for integration into customers’ systems. Avantes has developed four types of UV/VIS optical benches, especially for OEM customers. The optical benches AvaBench-75-ULS (used in both StarLine and SensLine), AvaBench-75-MN (CompactLine), AvaBench-75-ULSTEC (SensLine), AvaBench-37.5-HS (SensLine) and AvaBench-100-HSC (SensLine) are Czerny-Turner designs with fibre-optic entrance connectors (standard SMA, others possible), collimating focusing mirrors and a diffraction grating. A choice of different gratings with different dispersions and blaze angles enable applications in the 200 to 1160 nm range.

                      Our new miniature bench is perfect for OEM integration in existing systems and handheld devices. The high numerical aperture AvaBench-37.5-HS has full mechanical compatibility for mounting holes with the AvaBench-75-ULS, which makes it convenient for OEM customers to upgrade to a higher-throughput optical bench.

                      Wavelength ranges, resolution tables, detector specifications, and AvaBench options can be found in the instrument page corresponding to each spectrometer type. The key specifications of these optical benches are listed in the table below.

                      All AvaBench optical benches are fully compatible with Avantes’ electronics boards or may be interfaced to customer-specific electronics. Video output is handled through a separate mini-coax cable.

                    • OEM spectrometers: AvaBench NIR Optical Benches

                    • For OEM applications in the NIR region, Avantes offers our line of AvaBench NIR optical benches. The AvaBench-50 optical bench is available in the 1000 to 1750 nm range for uncooled detectors. New in this line is the AvaBench-100TEC: a 100 mm optical bench offering optimum balance between optical throughput and resolution. To keep the size compact, it has a unique folding mirror built into it.

                      All AvaBench NIR optical benches have symmetrical Czerny-Turner designs with a fibre-optic entrance connector (standard is SMA; other options are available), a specially designed collimating focusing mirror, and a diffraction gratin A choice of different NIR gratings can be selected with the products.

                      Wavelength ranges, resolution tables, detector specifications, and AvaBench options can be found in the instrument page corresponding to each spectrometer type. The key specifications of the NIR optical benches are listed in the table below.

                      The NIR AvaBenches are fully compatible with Avantes’ electronics boards or may be interfaced to customer-specific electronics. The NIR optical benches have a separate video output through a mini-coax cable. The TEC NIR benches have a heatsink and additional electrical connections for both temperature sensor and power for the Peltier cooling.

                    • OEM Spectrometers: AS-7010 Microprocessor Board

                    • The AS-7010 is the electronic platform base for Avantes’ EVO spectrometer models. It is equipped with a powerful Xilinx Zynq 7010 microprocessor. It combines the software programmability of a processor with the hardware programmability of an FPGA, resulting in unrivalled levels of system performance and flexibility.

                      The generous 100 Mpixel memory enables onboard storage of spectra and custom programming. As it is equipped with two different AD convertors, optimum performance for each detector type is assured.

                      The AS-7010 comes with the versatility of 2 communication ports: a high-speed USB3.0 and a GigaEthernet port.

                      Also on board is the HD26 digital I/O connector with 13 programmable digital I/O ports, 2 analogue out-ports and 2 analogue in-ports. The connector is compatible with the AS-5216 I/O connector.

                    • OEM spectrometer: Enclosures

                    • For OEM customers, Avantes offers a line of enclosures for their spectrometers. There are multiple enclosures available for different combinations of AvaBenches and circuit boards.

                    • Developer Kits for Easy I/O Access

                    • Avantes spectrometers feature great flexibility, offering multiple Input/Output connections. These IO can be used with Avasoft 8 (Time Series) or with customized applications. The DEVKITs are designed to make life easier in the development stage. Instead of fabricating or soldering a cable with the right connections, you can now easily connect using the screw terminals.

                      The AVS-DEVKIT-AS(C)5216 contains the PCB-IO-EXT-BES Printed Circuit Board. This board has several screw terminals for easy connectivity to the IO points, a BNC connector for the input trigger as well a push button for manual control.

                      All outputs have a LED indicating their status (selectable with jumpers). Furthermore, RS232 connectors are provided. For the ASC version a power, USB and SYNC connector are on the PCB. The PCB-IO-EXT-BES will be connected to the AvaSpec-ULS or AvaSpecULSi IO Connector with an interface cable.

                      Since the AS-7010 and the AS-5216 electronic boards share the same IO connections, the AVS-DEVKIT-AS5216 can also be used in combination with the AS-7010 electronics board.

                  • Systems/Bundles

                  • Avantes offers an extensive line-up of preconfigured systems and bundles, each component carefully selected to give you the highest-quality measurements.

                    For specific measurements, we have created the Avantes spectroscopy bundles: a combination of products that are ideal for the application. Because of the flexibility of Avantes’ products, these can always be used for different measurements later.

                      • Bundle: Color Measurement Bundle (Small Areas)

                      • This bundle features an AvaSpec-ULS2048CL-EVO spectrometer that is tuned for visible light, which makes it ideal for colour measurements. An illuminant – A halogen light source for illumination and a reflection probe (with reflection probe holder) are included as well.

                        Typical applications:

                        • In-line reproducibility
                        • Small spots & lines

                      • Bundle: Color Measurement Bundle (Surfaces)

                      • To measure colour, wide angle diffused light from a sample is analyzed. This bundle includes a handheld 50mm integrating sphere and a compact spectrometer. With this bundle, your measurements are free of the gloss-specular component. The measurement optics are placed under an 8º angle (D/8 SPIN).

                        Typical applications:

                        • Rough surfaces
                        • Textile and printed paper
                        • Fruits

                      • Bundle: Irradiance Measurement

                      • Irradiance means measuring how much light reaches a specific place. In this bundle, a cosine corrector is included to collect light from a 180-degree angle, so the measurements are precise. The comprehensive AvaSoft-Irrad software makes it possible to perform fully calibrated, traceable radiometric and photometric measurements.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Solar lighting
                        • Environmental lighting & general lighting

                      • Bundle: LED Light Measurement

                      • A growing number of countries are banning incandescent lamps from being sold, hugely boosting LED sales. Avantes offers the necessary tools for the photometric and radiometric measurement of LED lights. The spectrometer in this bundle is irradiance calibrated in order to obtain absolute values.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Irradiance
                        • Illuminance
                        • Radiometric & photometric flux
                        • Luminous intensity
                        • Colour coordinates

                      • Bundle: Extremely High-Resolution Plasma Measurement

                      • For even higher resolution than the quad-channel spectrometer of the high-resolution plasma measurement bundle, this version features eight channels, with an optical resolution of up to 0.09 nm. The wavelength range is from 200 to 930 nm, which means it detects from ultraviolet, through visible, up to near-infrared light.

                        The system is supplied in a 19” rack-mountable enclosure.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Semiconductors
                        • Solar cells
                        • Razor blades
                        • Fusion reactors
                        • Glass & coatings

                      • Bundle: High-Resolution Plasma Measurement

                      • This 200 to 960 nm quad-channel spectrometer boasts an optical resolution of 0.22-0.28 nm, which is four times better than a standard AvaSpec-ULS2048CL-EVO covering the same range. The four channels are combined in AvaSoft Spectroscopy Software so it feels as if you are working with only one spectrometer.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Semiconductors
                        • Solar cells
                        • Razor blades
                        • Fusion reactors
                        • Glass & coatings

                      • Bundle: Gemology

                      • In gemology, there are two basic questions: ‘What are the characteristics of the stone I want to measure?’ and ‘Are these characteristics natural?’

                        The easy way to answer these questions is with this gemology bundle. The bundle includes a sphere and a special gemology white reference tile to quickly categorize and validate gems.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Colour
                        • Natural or artificial
                        • Artificial colouring

                      • Bundle: Fluorescence Measurement

                      • In spectroscopy, fluorescence is one of the more challenging setups due to the height of fluorescent emission (about 3% of the excitation energy). The AvaSpec-HS2048XL-EVO offers the highest sensitivity and the AvaLight-HPLED series provides excitation at the required wavelength.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Dyes identification
                        • Fluorescent lamps
                        • Diagnosis of malignancies
                        • Fluorescent labeling

                      • Bundle: Biomedical Measurement

                      • Spectroscopy helps achieve the goal of realizing non-invasive measurement devices. This bundle non-invasively measures concentrations of unknown samples or changes in concentration over time. This bundle is meant for R&D usage.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Oxygen in blood
                        • Hemoglobin
                        • Microvascular circulation

                      • Bundle: Thin Film Measurement

                      • This bundle was especially designed for single-layer thin-film measurements, with a light source, a reflection probe, and a stage and standard included. The setup can measure thin films ranging from 10 nm up to 50 µm, with a resolution of 1 nm, and supports UV, VIS, and NIR measurements from 200 up to 1100 nm.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Semi-conductor industry
                        • Solar panels
                        • Coating

                      • Bundle: Vacuum Measurement

                      • Two vacuum feed-throughs are included in this bundle: one with a 200 µm fibre cable and one with a 600 µm diameter fibre cable. The required reflection probe and a deuterium halogen light source are included as well.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Coating
                        • Plasma

                      • Bundle: Absorbance Measurement

                      • Designed for broadband measurements, this UV/VIS absorbance bundle features a high-power deuterium halogen light source with an integrated shutter and a variable dip probe. A versatile bundle to measure absorbance in most situations.

                        Typical applications:

                        • Colorization of fluids
                        • In-line measurements
                        • Color of liquids in test tubes and flasks

                      • AvaRaman Bundles

                      • Raman spectroscopy allows the obtaining of individual spectral ‘fingerprints’ of materials. This form of spectroscopy is commonly used in chemistry and in pharmaceutical and medical fields to provide information by which molecules can be identified. To offer our customers optimum performance for a reasonable price, Avantes joined forces with two different partners to offer you three convenient Raman bundles, consisting of a high-performing spectrometer (three different models), a unique laser-probe combination (785nm) supplying enhanced signals and an outstanding software package to analyze the Raman spectra.

                    • Raman

                    • Raman spectroscopy is especially useful for product identification, reaction monitoring, remote sensing and any other applicable measurement. It provides an invaluable analytical tool for molecular finger printing as well as monitoring changes in molecular bond structure (e.g. state changes and stresses & strains).

                      Why Avantes for your Raman application?
                      • High temp Raman probes
                      • 3 stage peltier cooling in combination with replaceable slit
                      • New AvaSpec HERO is very important for S/N
                      • Laser probe combination relationship critical as you sell a raman system

                      Avantes uses the high-sensitivity AvaSpec spectrometers in combination with a wide variety of lasers (including 532, 633 and 785 nm) to give you the best result for your Raman measurements. The spectrometers are appropriately configured according to the wavelength of the laser.

                        • AvaRaman Bundles

                        • Raman spectroscopy allows the obtaining of individual spectral ‘fingerprints’ of materials. This form of spectroscopy is commonly used in chemistry and in pharmaceutical and medical fields to provide information by which molecules can be identified. To offer our customers optimum performance for a reasonable price, Avantes joined forces with two different partners to offer you three convenient Raman bundles, consisting of a high-performing spectrometer (three different models), a unique laser-probe combination (785nm) supplying enhanced signals and an outstanding software package to analyze the Raman spectra.

                        • AvaRaman System

                        • Raman spectroscopy is especially useful for reaction monitoring, product identification, remote sensing, and the characterization of highly scattering particulate matter in aqueous solutions. Based on the principle discovered by Prof. Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman, it measures the result of the inelastic scattering of photons.

                          Avantes uses the high-sensitivity AvaSpec spectrometers in combination with a 532 nm or 785 nm laser to give you the best result for your Raman measurements. The spectrometers are appropriately configured according to the wavelength of the laser.

                      • Applications

                          • Markets/Industries

                          • Avantes has over 20 years of experience in applying spectroscopy and optical sensing technologies to enumerable environments and industries.

                              • Agriculture & Food

                              • Greater Efficiency

                                The need for greater efficiency, quality, and safety in agricultural production is increasingly being addressed through the introduction of spectroscopic techniques during and after production and processing. The rugged and field-deployable characteristics of compact, dispersive array spectrometers along with the inherent benefits of fiber-optic sampling are driving increasing adoption of this technology in agricultural operations.

                                The application of spectroscopy to botany, horticulture and agriculture enables sophisticated spectral analysis of wavelengths of interest to plant scientists. Fiber-optic spectrometers provide the added benefit of real-time in-situ measurements of plants. Avantes’ instruments are being used in a variety of plant applications ranging from chlorophyll detection in crops to the measurements of sugar (ºBx or brix) in fruit, and radiometric measurements of light levels in greenhouse environments.

                              • (Bio)medical

                              • Accurate and Reliable

                                Medical and biomedical researchers, as well as OEMs frequently utilize spectroscopy techniques for clinical and research processes. Ultraviolet, visible and near-infrared wavelength ranges are measured for a variety of medical and biomedical applications.

                                Fiber-optic based spectrometers offer a great value to the industry due to their ability to facilitate in-situ (in vivo) measurements within clinical settings. The fiber-optic interface is often exploited for low cost, disposable testing procedures. Low cost instruments also present the opportunity to bring the lab to the patient. Biomedical analysis can benefit from the superior price to performance ratio realized with using fiber optic spectrometers in place of traditional, higher priced instruments and detectors.

                                Our instruments are utilized in various medical and biomedical applications such as blood analysis (co-oximetry), endoscopy, tissue fluorescence, capillary electrophoresis, phototherapy and many others. Avantes’ experiences in these industries range from OEM component supplier to research system configurator.

                              • Chemistry

                              • Fast and Accurate

                                In the field of chemical spectroscopy, there are an unlimited number of applications. Chemical reactions are dynamic processes that vary with changing conditions which result in a various way of techniques.

                                From enzyme reactions within our cells to photosynthesis in leaves, chemical reactions play a vital role in every aspect of our lives. Factors like concentration, temperature, pressure and the presence of a catalyst affect the speed of a reaction. The study of chemical kinetics is used to characterize these processes and improve our understanding of how these factors and others change the outcome of a chemical reaction.

                              • Environmental - Fast and Accurate

                              • Ecosystems around the world are facing growing threats. The increasing pace of industrialization, pressure from growing populations and increasing urbanization, as well as climate changes can wreak havoc on emerging economies and have health and social implications. Not surprisingly, researchers, scientists and governments are investing significant resources to monitoring and preventing these environmental hazards.

                                Spectroscopy is a technique that is very well suited for various environmental applications. Recently, there has been an increase in the need to identify and trace chemical contaminants, especially organic compounds, as they have negative impact on the environment.

                              • Lighting

                              • Monitoring and Quality Control

                                In the lighting industry, the focus is not only on manufacturers of different light bulbs and LEDs, but the companies involved in testing and validating these bulbs and LEDs, and the assembly of these products in for instance street lights and solar simulators as well.

                                Since these products emit light, the connection with spectroscopy is easily made. In this industry, spectroscopy is mostly utilized for real-time monitoring and quality control before, during and after the manufacturing process.

                                Avantes offers aside a wide selection of spectrometers and the necessary accessories like integrating spheres and cosine correctors to accomodate measurements for the lighting industry.

                                These systems often need to be intensity calibrated to give the most accurate results. Avantes offers in-house calibration services as well as field calibration sources.

                              • Semiconductor

                              • Near Real-Time Analysis

                                The semiconductor industry can realize significant benefits from spectroscopic measurements during various stages of their processes. Fiber-optic based spectrometers offer a great value to the industry due to their ability to facilitate in situ measurements within processing environments and facilitate near real-time analysis.

                                Avantes works with semiconductor applications such as end-point detection for plasma ion etching, ion beam etching, photoresist stripping, and chemical/mechanical polishing. Instrument configurations have also been deployed in environments for thin film metrology (inline and offline) and plasma diagnostics.

                              • Solar Energy

                              • Diverse Measurement Needs

                                Sunlight is defined as the total spectrum of the electromagnetic radiation emitted by the sun. On Earth, sunlight is filtered through the atmosphere, and the solar radiation is visible as daylight when the sun is above the horizon. When the direct radiation is not blocked by clouds, it is experienced as a combination of bright light and heat.

                                The sun is the primary source of energy on Earth. Radiation from the sun strikes the Earth’s atmosphere and begins to be absorbed by air particles and gases, while the remaining energy reaches the Earth’s surface. Earth absorbs much of this radiation, and reflects and emits radiation as well. Even small changes to the balance of this energy system is believed to be able to cause intense shifts in the Earth’s climate.

                                The measurement needs of the solar industry are quite diverse, ranging from process control applications in the manufacturing of thin film photo-voltaic panels through direct solar measurements and solar simulator characterization.

                                Avantes has worked closely with a number of industrial and research customers in the solar industry to design spectroscopy and spectroradiometry systems which meet the demands of this fast growing industry.

                              • Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)

                              • Your Challenge, Our Solution

                                Avantes, the leading OEM spectroscopy manufacturer and designer is the best choice for high-quality and highly reproduceable spectroscopy solutions for low- and high-volume customers.

                                We take pride in collaborating with our customers to supply the right solution, on time. Whether you need a custom configured optical bench or a specialized fibre-optic probe, we have the experience and dedication to make it happen. While we gladly develop custom-made devices, we also offer several modular and highly configurable OEM options.

                                Our partnership approach to working with original equipment manufacturers is at the core of our success and philosophy as a business. Our sales engineers follow a methodical needs analysis and solution-definition process with our customers to ensure we develop a solution that perfectly aligns with your needs and time line.

                              • Solutions for Semiconductor Applications

                              • Near Real-Time Analysis

                                The semiconductor industry can realize significant benefits from spectroscopic measurements during various stages of their processes. Fibre-optic-based spectrometers offer a great value to the industry due to their ability to facilitate in situ measurements within processing environments and facilitate near-real-time analysis.

                                Avantes works with semiconductor applications such as end-point detection for plasma ion etching, ion beam etching, photoresist stripping, and chemical/mechanical polishing. Instrument configurations have also been deployed in environments for thin-film metrology (inline and offline) and plasma diagnostics.

                            • Measurement Techniques

                            • Spectroscopy allows us to measure materials in many different ways. It depends on your needs to decide which technique will suit you best.

                                • Reflection

                                • Material Characterization

                                  Reflection spectroscopy, often called reflectance spectroscopy, is often used to non-invasively and non-destructively characterise objects and materials. Comparing the reflected light to the light used for illumination, can tell you a lot about the characteristics and nature of the object or material being researched, for instance exact colors, compounds and more.

                                  When light hits a surface of a material it will either be reflected, absorbed or transmitted through the material (or a combination of the above). The reflectance of this light will depend on the structure and the material properties of the object.

                                  Depending on the reflectance application, a wide variety of light sources, accessories, fiber-optic probes and spectrometers can be chosen, offering you a tailor-made solution for your specific application.

                                • Transmission

                                • Measuring Through Materials

                                  When the object or material you want to measure is more transparent, for instance a filter, glass or fluid, the amount of reflected light is too low to perform a reflection measurement. For (mostly) transparent materials, transmission spectroscopy is the best choice, since it measures the light that passes through the material in comparison to the emitted light, instead of light that reflects from it.

                                  To perform such a measurement, usually a parallel lightbeam is used while utilizing collimating lenses between the fiber optics of the setup. The object of interest is then placed between these collimating lenses to measure what light is transmitted through the material.

                                • Absorbance

                                • UV/VIS/NIR Absorbance

                                  The absorbance (also called optical density) of a material is a logarithmic ratio of the radiation falling upon a material, to the radiation transmitted through a material. UV/VIS absorbance measurements encompass a wide variety of chemical and biochemical applications which involve many areas of research and industrial end uses. UV/VIS absorbance can be applied qualitatively and quantitatively in spectroscopic measurement applications ranging from blood parameters to chemical concentrations in process and reaction monitoring.

                                  Fiber-optic spectrometers offer a tremendous value proposition for UV/VIS measurements because of their relatively low cost, small size and ability to be introduced in harsh environments through the fiber interface. Combined with a fiber-optic transmission dip probe, inline flow cells or the more traditional cuvette cell, a fiber-optic spectrometer can accurately and repeatably measure over the range from 200-1100 nm.

                                • Irradiance

                                • Irradiance and Radiometry

                                  Radiometry deals with the measurement of all optical radiation inclusive of the visible portion of this radiant energy. Irradiance is a parameter of radiometry. It describes the amount of radiant power impinging upon a surface per unit area. These measurements can be done in the UV, VIS and NIR wavelength ranges.

                                  Avantes works with a variety of irradiance applications ranging from pulsed solar simulator characterization to free space measurements of radiant sources such as street lights.

                                • Fluorescence

                                • Fluorescence Analysis

                                  Fluorescence spectroscopy, also known as fluorometry or spectrofluorometry, is a type of electromagnetic spectroscopy, which analyzes fluorescence from a sample. It involves using a beam of light that excites the electrons in molecules of certain compounds and causes them to emit light; typically, but not necessarily, visible light. It is a useful technique in many biological (chlorophyll and carotenoid), biochemical (diagnosis of malignancies) and environmental applications.

                                  For most fluorescence applications the amount of fluorescent energy emitted is only 3% of the amount of excitation light energy. Fluorescent light has a lower energy (higher wavelength) than the excitation energy and is usually scattered light. This means it emits energy in all directions.

                                • Raman

                                • Material Identification and Monitoring

                                  Raman spectroscopy is a technique that characterizes inelastic scattering of photons in covalently bound molecules. This scattering is then used to define the material’s so-called molecular fingerprint, crystallinity and other specifications. Raman provides an invaluable analytical tool for molecular fingerprinting used in material identification, as well as monitoring changes in molecular bond structure (e.g. state changes, stresses and strains).

                                  Avantes uses the high-sensitivity AvaSpec spectrometers in combination with a wide variety of lasers (including 532 and 785 nm) to give you the best result for your Raman measurements. The spectrometers are appropriately configured according to the wavelength of the laser.

                                • DOAS

                                • Differential optical absorption spectroscopy, or DOAS, is a technique that is used to monitor pollutants in the atmospheric air. This form of spectroscopy is often used in continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS).

                                  Avantes instruments are integrated into a variety of CEMS around the world. Due to the high stability requirements of this technique, any of the Avantes thermo-electrically cooled spectrometers are used in this application.

                                  Though it has been around for a few decades, nowadays DOAS is performed by recording two absorption spectra, one as a reference scan through a column of atmosphere (ideally) free of contaminants and one through an identical pathlength containing the contaminant that needs to be analyzed. The light traveling through the measured atmosphere is partially absorbed by trace contaminants along the way following Lambert Beer’s Law of Absorption.

                                • LIBS

                                • Fast and Non-Destructive

                                  Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) is a type of atomic emission spectroscopy that employs a laser to ablate or vaporize a microscopic layer of a sample’s surface. The resultant plasma caused by this laser ablation process emits light as it cools. This light is then collected and analyzed with a spectrometer for quantitative and qualitative material analysis.

                                  This rapid chemical analysis technique offers many advantages compared to other elemental analysis techniques:

                                  • A sample preparation-free measurement experience
                                  • Extremely fast measurement time, usually a few seconds, for a single spot analysis
                                  • Broad elemental coverage, including lighter elements, such as H, Be, Li, C, N, O, Na, and Mg
                                  • Versatile sampling protocols that include fast raster of the sample surface and depth profiling
                                  • Thin-sample analysis without the worry of the substrate interference