Ocean NR-512-1.7 Spectrometer for Precision NIR Analysis

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Specifications

Wavelength Range (reflectance): 900 – 1650 nm
Resolution: 2.85 nm
Minimum Scan Time: Not Specified
Minimum Integration Time: 1 ms
Optical Resolution (w/25 µm Slit): As low as 2.85 nm
Signal-to-Noise (1 Second Average W/ HSAM): 2,800:1
Signal To Noise Ratio (single Scan): 10,000:1
Integration Time: 1 ms - 120 s
Dynamic Range (single Scan): 21,000:1
Stray Light: 2.8 AU
Scan Rate: 275 Hz
Thermal Wavelength Drift: 0.03 nm/°C
A/D Resolution: 16-bit
Interfaces: USB, RS-232, Ethernet
Connector: 16 pin Samtec TFM, RS-232, SMA 905 (input fiber), USB Type-C
Dimensions: 182.25 mm × 109.19 mm × 46.45 mm
Weight: 1.17 kg
High Speed Averaging Mode: Yes
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Features


  • Wavelength Range: 900–1700 nm for a wide range of NIR applications.

  • High Resolution: Optical resolution as low as 2.85 nm (FWHM) for precise spectral measurements.

  • Thermal Stability: TE cooling to -25 °C reduces dark current, ensuring stability and reproducibility.

  • Fast Integration Time: Supports integration times from 1 ms to 8 s, accommodating diverse measurement needs.

  • Order-Sorting Filter: Longpass filter installed to prevent second-order effects in the NIR region.

  • Compact Design: Small footprint integrates easily into laboratory setups or process lines.

Applications

The Ocean NR-512-1.7 spectrometer is designed for near-infrared (NIR) analysis across research, industrial, and OEM applications, offering the sensitivity and stability needed for demanding measurements in the 900–1700 nm wavelength range. Common applications include:



  • Materials Characterization – Analyze and identify materials based on their NIR spectral signatures.

  • Plastic Identification in Recycling – Distinguish between different plastic types for efficient recycling processes.

  • Liquid Concentration Measurement – Quantify concentrations of substances in liquids for quality control.

  • Pharmaceutical Analysis – Monitor active pharmaceutical ingredients and excipients in formulations.

  • Food Quality Assessment – Evaluate moisture, fat, and protein content in food products.

  • Environmental Monitoring – Detect pollutants and contaminants in environmental samples.


Why Choose the Ocean NR-512-1.7?


With its 900–1700 nm coverage, availability in both standard and high-gain versions, and robust thermal stability, the NR-512-1.7 provides accurate and reproducible NIR measurements across a wide range of industries. Whether deployed in laboratory research, quality assurance, or inline industrial monitoring, it delivers the enhanced sensitivity, reliability, and adaptability required for today’s most advanced NIR spectroscopy applications.