Oil analyzer InfraLUM FT-08

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About
InfraLUM FT-08 is a conventional Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometer for measuring transmission, ATR and diffuse reflectance spectra of liquid, solid and gaseous micro- and macro-samples. The instrument integrates misalignment-resistant optics, a high-sensitivity DLATGS detector and ZnSe beam-splitter optics to deliver consistent analytical results with a wide range of accessories and software support.

Principle of operation
Measurement of infrared spectra is performed using the Fourier transform technique with a vibration- and misalignment‑resistant interferometer.

Features and benefits

• Spectral range: mid-IR operation covering 8000–500 cm⁻¹ (with ZnSe optics)
• Variable resolution settings: 64 to 0.5 cm⁻¹
• High RMS signal-to-noise ratio (>60000 at 4 cm⁻¹, 1 min)
• Automatic locking system and patented Double Cat’s Eye interferometer resistant to misalignment
• Hermetically sealed optical compartment with automated moisture monitoring
• High-sensitivity DLATGS detector and high-intensity stabilized ceramic IR source
• Built-in total self-diagnostics and available antivibration platform
• Large sample compartment and compatibility with Specac® and PIKE Technologies® accessories
• Dedicated SpectraLUM software compliant with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and available IQ/OQ protocols
• Low power consumption (65 W) and compact footprint

Applications
Chemical industry

• Identification of unknown substances
• Determination of raw material purity and fractional composition
• Functional and structural‑functional analysis
• Water determination in liquid chlorine (ASTM E1754)
• Analysis of polymer films and coatings (various ASTM standards)
• Composition analysis of rubber (ASTM, ISO standards)
• Qualitative classification of surfactants (ASTM D2357)

Forensic investigations

• Identification of impurities and trace‑level substances

Pharmaceutical industry

• Authentication and quality control of medicinal preparations using IR reference standards
• Quality assurance of organic raw materials

Oil and gas industry

• Composition analysis of natural gas and gas products
• Purity and fractional composition determination of crude oil and gas
• Examination of insulating oils (DIN IEC 60590, D2144, D2668)
• Condition monitoring of lubricants (various ASTM standards)
• Determination of benzene and oxygenates in gasoline (DIN EN 238, ASTM D4053, ASTM D6277, ASTM D5845)
• Biofuel analysis (FAME concentration) (EN 14078, ASTM D7371, ASTM D7806)

Ecological and sanitary monitoring

• Detection of ozone-depleting or ozone-destructing substances
• Measurement of petroleum hydrocarbons in water (ASTM D3921, ASTM D7066)
• Measurement of respirable crystalline silica in workplace air (ASTM D7948)

Equipment and options

• InfraLUM FT-08 mid-IR FT spectrometer
• SpectraLUM software package (data management and compliance features)
• Sets of measuring cells, accessory bundles and spectral libraries (on request)

Accessories

• Liquid cells and microcells
• Gas cells
• Hydraulic press with die
• ATR, HATR, diffuse reflectance and specular reflectance accessories

Warranty
InfraLUM FT-08 spectrometer is supplied with a 1-year manufacturer warranty.

Services
Installation and commissioning can be performed on site by Lumex Instruments’ service engineers or by certified distributor engineers.

Technical specifications

• Spectral range: 8000–500 cm⁻¹ (ZnSe optics)
• Variable resolution: 64, 32, 16, 8, 4, 2, 1, 0.5 cm⁻¹
• RMS signal-to-noise ratio: >60000 (4 cm⁻¹, 1 min)
• 100% line stability: 0.2 %
• Scanning speed: 0.8 s/scan at 16 cm⁻¹
• Detector: high-sensitivity DLATGS
• Beamsplitter: ZnSe in hermetically sealed desiccated housing
• Wavenumber accuracy: ±0.05 cm⁻¹
• Interferometer: patented Double Cat’s Eye, vibration- and misalignment-resistant
• Radiation source: high-intensity stabilized ceramic IR source
• Power consumption: 65 W
• Weight: 32 kg
• Dimensions: 580 × 550 × 340 mm