PocketHawk UV-VIS or NIR Series Spectrometer

Evolve Sensing

Specifications

Wavelength Range (Reflectance): 180–1100 nm (VIS) / 900–1700 nm (NIR)
Resolution: 0.3–1.5 nm
Dimensions: 110 × 86 × 32.4 mm
Detector Type: CCD, CMOS, or InGaAs (model dependent)
Cooling: Passive (no active TEC)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR): Up to 500:1
Thermal Stability: <0.04 nm / °C
A/D Resolution: 16-bit
Integration / Scan Time Range: 6 µs – 65 s
Minimum Scan Time: 0.000006 s
Dynamic Range: Up to 4000:1
Optical Resolution (FWHM): 0.3–1.5 nm
Stray Light: < 0.1 %
Interfaces: USB 2.0, GPIO I/O control
Connector Type: SMA905 / FC-PC fiber
Power Requirements: +5 V DC @ 350 mA (USB)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C – 50 °C
Storage Temperature: –30 °C – 70 °C
Environmental Limits: 0–90 % RH non-condensing
A/D Converter Type: 16-bit ADC
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Features

  • Crossed Czerny–Turner optical design with high sensitivity and low stray light
  • Models available for UV-Vis (CCD/CMOS) and NIR (InGaAs) detection
  • 32-bit RISC controller for fast processing and stable operation
  • Optical resolution: 2.2–12 nm (Visible), 5–30 nm (NIR)
  • Integration time: 100 µs – 15 s
  • Modular configuration with customizable slits and gratings
  • Up to 4,000 spectra buffering (continuous capture)
  • 16-bit, 15 MHz A/D converter
  • Flash ROM for wavelength, linearity, and intensity calibration coefficients
  • 6 programmable 3.3 V digital I/O pins and UART TX/RX interface
  • Micro USB 2.0 @ 480 Mbps and 4-pin extension for OEM control
  • SMA905 fiber optic interface (Ø3.20 ± 0.01 mm ferrule)
  • Compact and lightweight, ideal for portable and embedded applications

Applications

  • UV–Vis–NIR spectroscopy and optical analysis
  • Portable and handheld analytical instruments
  • Process and quality control monitoring
  • Material identification and composition analysis
  • LED, laser, and light source characterization
  • Thin-film and color measurement
  • Environmental and agricultural sensing
  • Scientific and industrial research
  • OEM and embedded system integration