The Modular FT-IR Platform for Evolving Analytical and Research Demands
Product Overview
The ALPHA II is a compact, robust, and easy-to-use FT-IR spectrometer designed to deliver high-quality analytical performance in a minimal footprint. Whether you’re performing routine quality control or advanced chemical identification, ALPHA II is engineered for efficiency and accuracy—making it the ideal tool for research laboratories, production environments, and educational settings alike.
Powered by OPUS TOUCH software and compatible with QuickSnap™ interchangeable sampling modules, ALPHA II ensures seamless operation with minimal user training. It’s a long-lasting investment with low operational costs, backed by a 10-year warranty on critical components like the RockSolid™ interferometer, laser, and Platinum ATR.
Key Features
- Compact footprint and robust metal housing for long-term lab and field use
- Pre-aligned, sealed RockSolid™ interferometer ensures consistent precision
- Easy-to-use OPUS TOUCH software with guided workflows and data integrity features
- QuickSnap™ modules for fast switching between ATR, transmission, reflection, and gas analysis
- Integrated CenterGlow™ IR source with >5 years of lifetime for stable performance
- 10-year warranty on key optics: interferometer, laser, and ATR module
- Ideal for solids, liquids, powders, and gases with no sample prep required
- Compliance-ready with support for 21 CFR Part 11, cGMP, and GLP standards
- Plug-and-play design for effortless operation across varied user levels
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Spectral Range | 350–8,000 cm⁻¹ (KBr) / 500–6,000 cm⁻¹ (ZnSe for high humidity) |
| Spectral Resolution | Typically 4 cm⁻¹ (high-performance optics) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | >55,000:1 (1 min, 4 cm⁻¹) |
| Wavenumber Accuracy | <0.05 cm⁻¹ @ 1576 cm⁻¹ |
| Detector | Temperature-controlled DLaTGS |
| Laser | Solid-state diode with 10-year warranty |
| Optics | RockSolid™ cube corner interferometer |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 287 × 340 × 360 mm (with PC); 208 × 330 × 260 mm (without PC) |
| Weight | Approx. 7–11 kg (depends on configuration) |
| Sampling Flexibility | QuickSnap™ modules for ATR, transmission, reflectance, gas |
| Software | OPUS and OPUS TOUCH with audit trail, CFR compliance |
Applications
Environmental & Forensics
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Soil, wood, and microplastic analysis
- Water contamination monitoring (oil/fats)
- Illicit drug and forensic evidence analysis
Academia & Teaching
- User-friendly tool for chemical education
- Spectral interpretation and method development
- Hands-on training in real-world IR techniques
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