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BaySpec's OCI series of hyperspectral imagers represent a new class of imaging sensors covering the 400-1700nm spectral region and ranging from 8 bands to 220 spectral bands.

BaySpec’s PeakFinderTM Raman video probe combines a flexible fiber optic probe with microscope objectives allowing sampling down to several microns. Combined with various benchtop Raman spectrometers, the Raman video probe is a unique micro-Raman system available in 532, 785 or 1064nm excitation and various microscope objectives offering unprecedented flexibility and versatility.

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The characterization of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) and its distribution and physical properties in commercial medicine is necessary in drug research and development process in the pharmaceutical industry. Among various analytical techniques employed for this purpose, Raman spectroscopy is gaining more popularity due to its advantages as non-destructive, non-invasive, fast spectrum acquisition in seconds, high reproducibility, and so on.

In addition to fluorescence avoidance, 1064nm Raman reduces stringent sampling conditions necessary at shorter wavelengths. Concerns about low Raman scattering cross-sections can be totally compensated by increased laser power.

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Portable 785 nm and 1064 nm excitation wavelength dispersive Raman instruments have proven their worth in materials identification, especially for forensics, pharmaceutical raw materials inspection, and first responders.

While traditional near-infrared Raman systems offer non-contact identification of several explosive substances, they are prone to interfering fluorescence. 1064nm dispersive Raman systems offer reduced interference and higher prediction accuracy.

Early detection of oil conditions can reduce equipment down-time from equipment repairs and allows for optimization of maintenance interval to the lubricant’s ability to protect the equipment. A unique dual NIR and Raman system is utilized for optimized results.

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