INNOVATION
2018
BROCHURE
APPLIED SPECTRAL INNOVATION
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Innovation. Discovery. Insight.
High Definition Optics in the Compact
Ocean HDX Spectrometer
Rapid, Accurate Mid-IR Analysis with
MZ5 Spectrometer
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High-Power UV-NIR LEDs
Lab Services for Testing,
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Multispectral Sensors for PCR, PAR
and Custom Applications
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Applied Spectral Innovation
New Products, Services and Solutions
Ocean Optics is the Applied Spectral Knowledge company. For more than 25 years we have continuously
innovated to deliver new ways to approach and solve problems with spectroscopy and imaging technologies.
Our people embrace the curiosity to ask the “what-if” questions that will help scientists, researchers and
developers harness the power of light in exciting and creative ways.
RESEARCH:
“In Ocean
We work with the world’s leading scientists and researchers in aca-
Optics, we found
demia and industry to apply spectral knowledge to solve the world’s
a determined and
most challenging problems. Our modular, miniature spectrometers pro- talented team [whose
vide a flexible toolkit for experimentation and discovery. But more than solution] provides
just products, we offer expert consultation, support and commitment. us with real-time
answers.”
SOLUTIONS:
From supplying spectroscopy modules in volume to providing turnkey systems for a wide range of appli-
cations, we partner with the world’s leading companies to deliver solutions that produce decisive results.
Our sensing technologies, ability to engineer complex solutions and experience in applying spectral knowl-
edge to solve measurement challenges are uniquely placed to deliver custom
solutions from prototype to mass production.
“We extend our Ocean Optics has the same passion for creating and applying
appreciation to Ocean sensing technologies that we’ve always had, backed by higher
Optics for identifying our quality products, deeper applications knowledge and smart-
targeted needs, articulating your er analytical tools than ever. We look forward to taking on
product line and explaining how new challenges with you.
it can be applied to our application.
Your knowledge of real-world
applications and the challenges in a
manufacturing environment are
very much appreciated.”
High Definition
Optics in a Compact
Spectrometer
The Ocean HDX spectrometer uses an innovative optical
bench design to provide high throughput, low stray light
light and excellent thermal stability for integrated, industrial
and research applications.
Detector: Back-thinned CCD +/ 1.0 pixels over
Thermal stability:
0-40 °C
Spectral range: 200-1100 nm
USB, Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, AP
Communications:
Wi-Fi, RS-232
Optical resolution: 0.61-0.72 nm (FWHM)*
Onboard memory: Store up to 50,000 spectra
Integration time: 6 ms-10 seconds
Onboard averaging: Up to 5,000 spectra
Dynamic range: 12,000:1 (single scan)
Operating temperature: 0-40 °C
SNR: 400:1 (single scan)
Size (mm): 88.9 x 63.5 x 52.4
f/4 cone on detector with
Throughput:
300 μm fiber
*Average over the entire spectral range using 10 μm slit
Stray light: >3 AU Learn how Ocean HDX benefits both research and industrial
customers.
HDX Features and Benefits
Features Benefits Example Use Cases
• Elemental analysis
Provides high resolution and excellent
High Definition Optics • Endpoint detection
peak symmetry
• Plasma monitoring
• Bioluminescence
High throughput Makes low-light applications possible
• Fluorescence
• Absorbance of high optical density
Enables high dynamic range and high
Low stray light performance samples such as inks and dyes
absorbance linearity (>3 AU)
• Unified color measurements
Reduces measurement error in • Industrial applications
Great thermal stability
challenging conditions • Variable measurement environments
Offers multiple communications • Integrated applications
X-Platform electronics options and onboard processing and • Process control
storage functions for data integrity • QA/QC measurements
Smarter, Faster Fruit Grading using
Spectroscopy and Applied Analytics
Challenge: Food processors and sorting machine manufacturers demand accurate, robust and
simple optical sensing systems to ensure consistent quality and improve process efficiency.
Solution: With robust hardware, application insight and advanced data analytics from Ocean
Optics, food processors and sorting machine manufacturers are improving the quality of fruit
and other foods throughout the food chain.
Traditionally, food sorting has been managed using visual inspection, although the introduction
of spectroscopic scanning has added a more sophisticated level of analysis, with some instru-
ments able to penetrate the fruit peel non-destructively to determine parameters including fat
content, sugar values and moisture levels.
Case Study: Lugo Machinery & Innovation, a leading supplier of fresh produce sorting products,
approached Ocean Optics seeking an alternative to their manual method of sorting date fruit
by moisture level. Their goals: Automate the sorting process to eliminate all manual inspection,
and perform the measurements rapidly and non-destructively. Lugo’s timeline was very short,
with only four months to develop a solution in time for date season.
Because Lugo had little experience with spectroscopy, they focused primarily on identifying the
typical moisture peak for dates. But based on our experience analyzing other fruits and vege-
tables, we extended the analytical range to include broader patterned spectral features, which
would help us to develop machine learning algorithms. This approach -- broadband versus
discrete wavelength spectral analysis – yields more accurate results and makes the data less
susceptible to deviations related to optical interference.
The date-sorting system was integrated into a conveyor-belt setup with algorithms running
on a devoted PC. The data fed a programmable logic controller (PLC) that triggers a valve,
sorting the dates according to moisture level.
Today, the fully integrated system scans 5 dates per second and is entirely automated.
This has reduced overhead costs, improved safety and allowed Lugo
to focus on refining other aspects of the sorting process.
Also, with advanced statistical models now established,
Lugo will be able to develop additional analyses without
the need for modeling expertise.
With the fusion of spectroscopy, statistical modelling and ma-
chine learning architecture, sorting machine integrators and food
processors can build more efficient sorting and grading systems.
Rapid, Accurate Mid-Infrared Analysis
The Ocean MZ5 is a miniature ATR spectrometer with measurement
capabilities from 1818-909 cm-1 (5.5-11 µm). With an integrated sample
interface, light source and detector, the MZ5 is a fast, easily deployed
instrument for mid-infrared analysis of liquid samples in applications
ranging from chemical discrimination, to food and flavorings
analysis, environmental testing and scientific research.
128-pixel uncooled SNR (single scan): >300:1 (60 s measurement)
Detector:
pyroelectric array
Electrically modulated
Illumination source:
Spectral range: 1818-909 cm-1 (5.5-11 µm) MEMS emitter
Spectral bandwidth (FWHM): 75 cm-1 (at CWL) Sample surface area: 17 mm x 27 mm
Measurement time (typical): ~30 seconds Size (mm): 165 mm x 165 mm x 66 mm
Learn more about the benefits of Mid-IR spectroscopy.
How Spectroscopy Saves Ship Owners
Money While Reducing Emissions
Challenge: Rigorous monitoring of exhaust emissions from cars, trucks,
ships and other vehicles has significant implications for commercial inter-
ests, regulators and the public at large.
Solution: Spectral devices have become faster, more powerful and simpler
to integrate into applications where real-time, in situ measurements help to
analyze environmental conditions.
Case Study: The maritime industry faces challenges related to exhaust
emission from ships: monitoring requirements driven by regulatory needs;
commercial interests that put a premium on timely, cost effective and scal-
able technical solutions; and practical considerations for simple operation in
demanding marine environments.
Spectrometer assembly inside the For instance, Danfoss IXA (Vejle, Denmark), which provides sensors for
maritime sensor housing the maritime industry, has developed an emission sensor that uses an
Ocean Optics spectrometer to provide continuous measurements of NOx,
SO2 and NH3. This system has been adapted to withstand harsh marine conditions and ensure minimal maintenance during
lengthy voyages.
The Danfoss system uses Differential Optical Absorption Spectroscopy (DOAS), a technique for measuring gases that absorb in
the UV. Although proving measurement feasibility can be accomplished relatively quickly with a modular DOAS system, making it
seaworthy is a bit more involved. Danfoss and Ocean Optics worked closely for nearly three years to optimize the spectrometer
for oceangoing vessels. The system had to be ruggedized to withstand the high temperature and vibration conditions at sea, for
trips lasting up to six months at a time – an engineering task that required a careful combination of mechanical and optical design
expertise.
Optical sensing technologies have remarkable potential to provide better insight into environmental monitoring applications, from
open-path air quality monitoring in smog-choked cities to remote sensing measurements of coastal erosion. This insight – a type of
applied spectral knowledge -- can help researchers, government regulators and manufacturers make precisely informed decisions.
More Spectral
NEW Raman Data in Less Time
Holders The ultra-fast Ocean FX modular spectrometer acquires
up to 4,500 scans per second, with onboard processing
The RM-SERS-SHS holder is optimized for for improved SNR and reduced data transfer time for fast
surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) measurements. Onboard buffering and averaging ensure
measurements, accommodating a standard glass no data points are missed in applications like high-speed
SERS slide, accurately positioning the Raman food sorting and grading, or monitoring of rapid events
probe over its active measurement area, and miti- such as flicker and fast color cycling of LEDs.
gating the influence of ambient light.
Detector: High-sensitivity CMOS detector
200-1100 nm
Spectral range:
(configurable within this range)
Configuration dependent;
Optical resolution
0.8 nm (FWHM) w/600-line/mm
(FWHM):
grating and 5 μm slit
Acquisition scan rate
4,500 scans/second*
(maximum):
Integration time: 10 µs-10 seconds
Dynamic range
5000:1
(single scan):
SNR (single scan): 290:1
USB, Gigabit Ethernet, RS-232
Communications:
and Wi-Fi
Thermal stability: ~0.11 pixels/° C
The RM-LQ-SHS holder accommodates both
*Scan rate depends on many factors, including the performance of the
vials and cuvettes for Raman analysis of liquids, operating computer and operating system.
powders and other solids. Its magnetic cover
enables quick sample loading and unloading. Download the Ocean FX brochure for additional specifications
and use cases.
Unlock the Value of Light
with Handheld WaveGo
WaveGo puts accurate light measurement on your smartphone
WaveGo is a smartphone-connected device that enables quick, easy and accurate spectral light data capture. With this
innovative, simple to access device and its complementary mobile application, users can view
all light measurement data and built-in visualizations in real time.
For WaveGo specifications and technical details,
download the product sheet.
WaveGo Applications
• Characterize light in built environments
• Test and prove quality throughout manufacturing operations
• Ensure museum object safety, longevity
and viewing quality
• Monitor lighting parameters for
human centric lighting design
WaveGo is an innovation of Wave Illumina-
tion, a groundbreaking business unit from
Ocean Optics. Learn more at
WaveIllumination.com.
WaveGo Features and Benefits
Features Benefits
High-resolution spectral analysis Accurate, reliable measurements, even at low or high lux levels, from 350-800 nm
Intuitive smartphone app lets users make real-time measurements and save, view and
Simple use
share measurements right out of the box
Calculate parameters including absolute irradiance, lux, color temperature, color ren-
Measurement versatility
dering, TM30, Melanopic lux and PAR
Connect the WaveGo App to a WaveCloud account to automatically save measure-
Cloud connection ments, access reports that calculate measurement parameters and export results for
further analysis
Discover the Unseen with Ground-
breaking Multispectral Imaging
PixelCam™ Delivers High-Contrast Spectral Data in Real Time
PixelCam™ multispectral imagers provide simultaneous
live imaging of 3-9 spectral bands, with multi-channel
“snapshot” acquisition that extracts high-contrast spectral
information at visible and infrared wavelengths. PixelCam
comes in 4- and 6-band VIS-NIR and 3- and 4-band
NIR-SWIR modules; is easily integrated into handheld and
mobile cameras; and supports applications in agriculture,
life sciences, machine vision, safety and security and more.
VIS-NIR NIR + SWIR
Spectral response: 400-1000 nm 700-1700 nm
2 MP: 1600 x 1200 px
Resolution: 640 x 512 px
4 MP: 2048 x 2048 px
Si interline CCD InGaAs
Sensor:
7.4 µm pixel pitch 25 μm pixel pitch
Spectral bands: (examples) *4-band: RGB + NIR
*4-band: 900/400 nm, 1200/100 nm, 1400/100 nm,
(760 nm long-wave pass)
*Custom spectral bands and 1650/100 nm
*6-band: RGB + 3xNIR
mosaics available on request *3-band: 900/400 nm, 1350/200 nm, 1625/150 nm
(740/60 nm, 840/60 nm, 940/60 nm)
Digital output: GigE Vision® Camera Link®, 14 bit
PixelCam™ Features and Benefits
Features Benefits Example Use Cases
Simultaneous multi-band imaging yields rich, immediate data without • Aerial mapping
Real-time
scene change or pixel shift
• Biomedical imaging
• Machine vision
Compact size, low weight and minimal power consumption integrate
Portable • Product screening
easily into handheld and process line devices
• Remote sensing
• Surveillance and authentication
Choose standard or custom filter arrays to cover the spectral bands for
Flexible • Unmanned systems
your application
PixelSensor Multispectral Sensors
PixelSensor multispectral sensors use on-chip filtering to pack up to
8 wavelength-selective photodiodes into a compact 9 mm x 9 mm array
for simple integration into optical devices. The sensor’s wafer-level
optical filters split the spectrum into discrete color bands and suppress
out-of-band background light, improving contrast and sensitivity.
PixelSensor reduces the complexity, footprint and cost of multi-wavelength
instrumentation, collecting data only at the wavelengths of greatest
interest for applications including medical diagnostics, assay
analysis and colorimetry measurements.
• Up to 8 sensors in a 9 mm x 9 mm
LCC package
• Options include preconfigured
(application-specific) or custom
spectral bands from 400-1000 nm
• Available with or without electronics
board and accessories for rapid
prototyping and development
Preconfigured PixelSensor Options for PCR or PAR
Select from sensors-only or sensors-with-electronics versions with spectral bands appropriate for PCR analysis or PAR
(photosynthetically active radiation) measurements.
PCR Spectral Response PAR Spectral Response
PixelSensor PCR PAR PixelSensor
100 100
90 90
80 80
Transmission Into Photodiode (%)
70
Transmission into Photo Diode (%)
70
60
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30
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20
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300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 1100 0
Wavelength (nm) 350 450 550 650 750 850 950 1050
520nm 560nm 610nm 680nm FAM Peak EX FAM Peak Em Wavelength (nm)
HEX Peak EX HEX Peak EM ROX Peak EX ROX Peak Em Cy5 Peak EX Cy5 Peak Em 425_50 475_50 525_50 575_50 625_50 675_50 725_50 775_50
Learn more about PixelSensor PCR options. Explore additional agricultural applications.
Using Multispectral Imaging to Improve
Wound Intelligence and Save Lives
Spectral MD (Dallas, Texas) is a medical device developer of non-invasive diagnostic tools allowing clinicians to look deep into
the body for wound management, burn analysis and assessment of chronic conditions such as diabetic ulcers and peripheral
vascular disease. Their DeepView™ Wound Imaging System uses multispectral imaging technology from Ocean Optics.
Recently, we interviewed Spectral MD’s Brian McCall, an Imaging Systems Engineer, about the
challenges of wound assessment and his experience in working with Ocean Optics.
OO: How are innovative imaging technologies affecting wound management?
BM: Wound care is a challenging practice, especially in burn victims. Improving the tools used
to provide and manage this care not only lowers health care costs, but reduces patient pain
and suffering. For burn victims, from adults to young children, the suffering can be particularly
acute, and helping these patients is what gets us up in the morning.
OO: How does Spectral MD’s DeepView Wound Imaging System help clinicians?
BM: Currently in burn care, care providers make treatment decisions with clinical judgment alone. Scientific literature indicates
expert burn care providers make incorrect diagnoses of burn depth in as often as 30% of cases. Our non-invasive technology has
the potential to make burn diagnosis earlier, with high accuracy. This could reduce diagnosis errors, lessen hospital stays, and
even allow non-burn experts such as emergency room physicians to make better triage decisions.
OO: We have worked with Spectral MD for several years now. What made you choose us?
BM: Ocean Optics had the hardware, software and support we needed to get started on the project quickly. As our research has
developed and matured, our use of Ocean Optics has grown as well, and your offerings have been able to meet our growing
needs. We wouldn’t be where we are without Ocean Optics, and are excited about what your new technology means for the next
generation of our devices!
Learn more about the wound management technology described here.
Providing Insights into Intelligent Wound Management video.
High-Power UV-NIR LEDs
New LSM Series LEDs for Fluorescence Excitation and More
When every photon counts, LSM Series LEDs deliver efficient optical
fiber coupling for high-power fluorescence excitation, narrowband
measurements and broadband illumination. Multiple LED wavelength
options are available across the UV-NIR, with a single-channel driver
and controller unit for advanced functionality and programming.
u Choose from discrete and broadband UV-NIR
wavelength options
u Operate LEDs using smart controller with LCD touch screen
u Use continuous or modulation modes and optional triggering
u Experiment with various waveforms and frequencies
Flexible Inline Filter Holders
Connect Optical Fibers
The INLINE-SFH inline filter holder conveniently connects an illumination fiber to a read
fiber for sampling. Permanently aligned during production, the adjustment-free holder ac-
cepts filters ranging from 10-12.7 mm diameter and up to 9 mm thickness (single filter or up to 3
filters at one time). It’s best for use with 200 µm diameter or greater optical fiber.
Protect Your Data,
Calibrate Your
Spectrometer
New spectrometer wavelength calibration sources are now
available with more emission lines to utilize. Maintaining
optimum spectrometer performance is simpler than ever to
achieve, with the additional spectral lines making it easier to
correct for baseline drift and other spectral phenomena. A
robust battery, remote on/off, and LED indicators for battery
charge and lamp activation complete the package.
Source Gas Type Wavelength Range
HG-2 Mercury Argon 253-1700 nm
KR-2 Krypton 427-893 nm
NE-2 Neon 540-754 nm
AR-2 Argon 696-1704 nm
XE-2 Xenon 916-1984 nm
Rather leave calibration to the pros? Read on to learn about calibration with Ocean Care.
Source
Protect Your Spectrometer, Choose Ocean Care
Rapid Turnaround on Calibration and Repairs, Plus Accessory Discounts
Ocean Care Service Plans are the easiest way to maintain dependable spectrometer performance and
protect the quality of your measurements. Plans provide access to live tech support, software up-
grades, and spectrometer maintenance and repair. Two levels of coverage are available: Ocean Care
and Ocean Care Plus. See a brief Ocean Care Plans video.
Ocean Care Ocean Care Plus
1-, 3- or 5-year Coverage Plans √ √
Discounted Fixed Cost
Annual Calibration and Repair Coverage Free (all spectrometers)
(varies by spectrometer)
Discounted Fixed Cost
Annual Accidental Damage Protection Free (all spectrometers)
(varies by spectrometer)
Software Upgrades √ √
Live Tech Support √ √
Discounted Sampling Accessories Up to 10% off Up to 20% off
NEW Ocean Optics Lab Services
Deliver the Power of Insight
Resources. Time. Knowledge. Three things always in scarcity, yet three things critical to moving your operation forward. With our
new Lab Services offering, Ocean Optics shifts stress away from your organization and accelerates your progress by teaming you
with our scientists, applying our next-generation machine learning architecture and utilizing our world-class laboratory facilities.
We offer a special level of custom insight you won’t find from most other companies.
wu Fixed Price Insight
Our Fixed Price Insight option allows you to submit up to three samples to be measured for
analysis. For a single, affordable price, you can see where your samples are optically ac-
tive, or which spectral technique is most effective, or which hardware offers optimized
results. This saves you time, money and stress by building the confidence upfront
that you are purchasing the best system for your goals.
wu Custom Insight
For deeper investigation, we offer a custom package that lets you outline your project scope and maintain a close partnership
with the scientists conducting your study. Perhaps your team has a new product idea but is not quite ready to dive into a formal
OEM agreement. This service lets you investigate your idea with a well-defined study, at an hourly rate, to generate results that
can be the stepping stones to more meaningful OEM integration discussions.
wu Consultancy Services
Consultancy helps you design the experiments most meaningful to your project goals. Whether you are just getting your spec-
troscopy system set up or have begun to make measurements, we are happy to offer expert insight via digital video conferencing
or an onsite visit. Also, if you need guidance on designing and building a powerful study with the tools you have available, we are
here to help at every step.
Every great adventure begins with first steps. Whether you are just starting your journey or have reached an unusually difficult
stretch, Ocean’s team of experts is here to help you achieve your next set of goals. Talk to us about your vision and how we can
help make it a reality through the power of spectroscopy and developmental partnership.
Learn more about Lab Services today.
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