Jan 10, 2018 | Frequently Asked Questions, Raman- FAQ
Many substances have been tested with Raman spectroscopy. A simple Google search can pull up literature from other researchers. Usually “sample name Raman” will generate results. For specific excitation wavelengths you can add that into your search terms. Additionally...
Jan 10, 2018 | Frequently Asked Questions, Raman- FAQ
To remove glass from your spectra first try taking a dark sample with the glass vial in the vial holder. If you need more advanced baseline correction try out our Spectroscopy Pro-tools software which has advanced baseline correction capabilities.
Jan 10, 2018 | Frequently Asked Questions, Raman- FAQ
There are a few options if your laser is burning your samples. First, try to lower the power on your laser. If this does not work you can ask your Application Scientist for information on using an in-line attenuator to reduce the laser power to your sample.
Jan 10, 2018 | Frequently Asked Questions, Raman- FAQ
Some of the common chemicals detected with SERS are as follows: Agriculture: – Pesticide detection – Food contamination testing Homeland security & Law enforcement: – Trace explosives detection – Trace detection of narcotics such as cocaine...
Jan 10, 2018 | Frequently Asked Questions, Raman- FAQ
High Resolution (-HR) spectrometers manufactured after Jan 1, 2017 should be able to be upgraded with interchangeable slits (some exceptions may apply). If you purchase a Raman-HR-TEC now you can upgrade it to have interchangeable slits at any time.
Jan 10, 2018 | Frequently Asked Questions, Raman- FAQ
High Resolution (-HR) spectrometers manufactured after Jan 1, 2017 should be able to be upgraded to TEC-X2 (some exceptions may apply). If you purchase a Raman-HR-TEC now you can upgrade it to a TEC-X2 in the future.