Ocean NR-512-2.2 High Gain Spectrometer for NIR Analysis

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Specifications

Wavelength Range (reflectance): 900 – 2190 nm
Resolution: 5.41 nm
Minimum Integration Time: 1 ms
Optical Resolution (w/25 µm Slit): as low as 5.41 nm (FWHM)
Signal To Noise Ratio (single Scan): 2,788:1
Integration Time: 1 ms - 120 s
Dynamic Range (single Scan): 10,323:1
Stray Light: 2.6 AU
Scan Rate: 242 Hz
Thermal Wavelength Drift: 0.01 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: 900–2200 nm with extended coverage and enhanced sensitivity.

  • Enhanced Sensitivity: High gain mode enables detection of very weak spectral features and trace-level analytes.

  • High Resolution: Achieve optical resolution down to 2.85 nm (FWHM).

  • Thermal Stability: TE cooling to -25 °C provides low noise and long-term stability.

  • Fast Integration Time: Flexible integration times from 1 ms to 8 s.

  • Order-Sorting Filter: Equipped with an improved OD>4 filter for superior order suppression in the extended NIR region.

  • Compact Design: Designed for integration into industrial and laboratory environments requiring high sensitivity.

Applications

The Ocean NR-512-2.2 High Gain spectrometer is designed for advanced near-infrared (NIR) analysis across research, industrial, and OEM applications, providing maximum sensitivity and extended wavelength coverage from 900–2200 nm. Its high-gain configuration enhances the detection of weak signals and low-concentration analytes while maintaining stable, reproducible performance in demanding environments. Common applications include:



  • Materials Characterization – Detect faint spectral features and characterize complex materials with greater accuracy.

  • Plastic Identification in Recycling – Differentiate between polymers across an extended NIR range, even in low-signal conditions.

  • Liquid Concentration Measurement – Quantify low-level concentrations of substances in liquids with improved sensitivity for QA and process control.

  • Pharmaceutical Analysis – Monitor trace ingredients and excipients in formulations with confidence.

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

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


Why Choose the Ocean NR-512-2.2 High Gain?


With its extended 900–2200 nm coverage and high-gain detector configuration, the NR-512-2.2 High Gain provides superior signal-to-noise ratio, baseline stability, and reproducibility. Its enhanced sensitivity makes it the ideal choice for applications requiring trace-level detection and extended spectral reach. Whether deployed in laboratory research, industrial QA, or inline monitoring, it offers the performance, reliability, and adaptability demanded by today’s most challenging NIR spectroscopy applications.