Application Notes: General
Why Heavy-Metals Testing in Cannabis is Important
140 kV Handheld X-ray Sources
The Mox 140 kV X-ray source weighs less than 1900 grams and runs at 7 Watts X-ray tube power. Applications include X-ray spectroscopy, backscatter, and X-ray imaging.
Evaluating a Novel Approach to SERS
A new generation of SERS substrates combines the convenience of SERS substrates with the reproducibility of SERS performed in a solution, with a hybrid approach.
Are These Sneakers Real or Fake?
Counterfeit goods cost businesses and consumers billions annually. Spectroscopy authenticates products by identifying spectral differences in substandard materials.
Comparing ICP-OES Analyzers’ Plasma Interfaces: Axial, Radial, Dual, MultiView, and New Dual Side-On Interface
Which Spectrometer Optical Technology Offers Superior Performance? Echelle vs. ORCA
Mitigating Matrix Effects with Advanced Spectra-Handling Functionality When Using XRF for High-Accuracy Elemental Analysis
Surprising New Capabilities of ED-XRF Technology
Simple, Easy, Powerful Identification Software for XRF Spectrometers
Ten Reasons You Need a Next-Generation ICP-OES for Routine Analyses
Total Protein Determination in Pharmaceutical Products (Vaccines) by TNb Analysis on Multi N/C 2100S Pharma v3
Since antigens tested for quantity of attenuated or devitalized viruses or bacteria often consist of proteins, analytical quantification of total protein is a method of choice.
Compact Pulsed Lasers Expand Capabilities in LIBS Applications
We introduce a very compact, air-cooled, pulsed laser and show it can be used successfully in conventional LIBS experimental set-ups for identifying metals.
Analysis of Foods and Beverages Using Atomic Absorption Spectrometry
Benchtop Total Reflection X-Ray Fluorescence (TXRF) Spectrometer
Prepare solid and liquid samples with TXRF. Ideal for ultra-trace elements at sub-ppm levels due to the optical configuration, which results in low-background noise.
Determination of Trace Nitrogen Contents in Different Types of Fuels and Fuel Blends According to ASTM D4629 resp. DIN 51444 v3
Catalyst-free high-temperature combustion and highly sensitive HiPerSens® detection allows the detection of nitrogen at concentrations from 15 µg/l up to 10,000 mg/l.
Detection of Pesticides on Apple Skin v2
This application note explores how SERS-active nanoparticles can be used to identify thiram and other pesticides on fruit.
BaySpec OEM – Full Spectroscopy Solution
BaySpec works with customers to design and manufacture OEM systems that range from hyperspectral to UV-vis-NIR engines, and from detectors to light sources, and more.
Gemstone Analysis and Authentication v2
In this application note, we describe how Raman spectroscopy and related optical sensing techniques are effective for discriminating natural from artificial gemstones.
Quantifying Protein Concentration
In this application note, we use a high-sensitivity Ocean Insight spectrometer to generate a standard curve for bovine serum albumin (BSA).
Spectroscopy for Virus Detection
In this overview, we explore optical sensing tools available for virus detection, with a focus on rapid testing and screening for viruses including COVID-19.
Spectral Solutions Brochure
Brochure highlights Ocean Insight’s application capabilities, with examples from characterization of paint properties to monitoring of lens material curing processes.
Raman for Reaction Advancement Monitoring
In this application note, we use a Raman spectrometer to measure the curing rate of an epoxy as a model for monitoring the kinetics reaction of industrial processes.
Spectroscopy for Plasma Monitoring
In this application note, we report how a high-resolution spectrometer monitors changes in argon emission after gases are added to a closed-reaction plasma chamber.
Advances in UV-Vis-NIR Spectroscopy
Understanding the Impact of Aerosols
Santiago Arellano, a researcher at Chalmers University of Technology, describes his work using Ocean Insight spectrometers to measure the properties of aerosols.
Biodiesel Concentration Measurements Using Attenuated Total Reflectance
This application note describes how infrared transmission measurements can be used to address the concentration measurements.
Industrial Equipment Failure Analysis Using FT-IR Microscopic Techniques
A valuable accessory to the FT-IR instrument that can be used for the analysis of micro-environments in lubricants and grease is the FT-IR microscope.
Characterizing Multi-Component Materials Using AutoStepwise TGA
Using the AutoStepwise mode gives the highest degree of resolution between successive decomposition events like ones associated with complex, multi-component materials.
EPA Method 8015C for Diesel Range Organics v2
This application note shows how a Clarus® 690 GC was used for the analysis of petroleum hydrocarbons, specifically Diesel Range Organics (DRO).
Wax Appearance Temperature Detection by DSC
This application note describes how the PerkinElmer DSC 8000's ease of use, multi-sample capability, and powerful analysis software make it an ideal measuring tool for WAT.