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Shamrock 750 Spectrograph

Shamrock 750 Spectrograph
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Shamrock 750 Spectrograph

Product catalog summary
Features and Benefits
  • Pre-aligned, pre-calibrated detector and spectrograph for easy integration.
  • USB 2.0 interface for plug-and-play connectivity.
  • Motorized, indexed triple grating turret, field-upgradable.
  • Dual detector outputs for extended wavelength coverage.
  • Multi-track enhanced option for optimized performance.
  • Wide range of accessories for modular setup and in-field upgradability.
  • Monochromator capabilities for high optical resolution.
  • Silver-protected coated optics for efficient Near-Infrared detection.
  • Integrated with EPICS control software.
High Resolution Performance

The Shamrock 750 offers the highest resolution in its family, suitable for applications requiring multi-track capabilities. It includes a comprehensive range of light coupling accessories and gratings, compatible with Andor's leading CCDs and other detectors.

Specifications Summary
  • Resolution with Newton DU940 CCD: 1200 l/mm @ 500 nm, 2400 l/mm @ 300 nm.
  • Aperture: F/9.7
  • Focal Length: 750 mm
  • Gratings: Interchangeable indexed triple turret
  • Slit width range: 10 µm to 2.5 mm
  • Communication: USB 2.0
  • Wavelength Accuracy: 0.03 nm
  • Wavelength Repeatability: 10 pm
System Configuration Steps
  1. Chassis Configuration: Select platform, gratings, and detector based on requirements.
  2. Resolution & Band-pass: Choose configurations based on coupling methods.
  3. Input Light Coupling Interfaces: Select from available configurations.
  4. 2nd Exit Port Configuration: Configure based on accessory options.
  5. Software Interface: Choose between Solis software or SDK option.
Grating Selection

Features a triple grating turret for flexibility in grating choice and interchange.

Light Coupling Interfaces

Customization options include motorized and manual slit assemblies, fibre adapters, and various lens and filter options.

Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and operational guidelines for the Shamrock 750, a motorized Czerny-Turner spectrograph.
Specifications: Features a motorized slit assembly with various cover plate apertures. Supports multiple software options for data acquisition and processing.
Accessories: Lists several accessories such as the Manual Adjustable Slit Assembly and X-Y Adjustable Fibre Adapter.
Software Options: Operated using Solis Spectroscopy or the Andor SDK for data acquisition and processing.
Technical Specifications: Includes wavelength accuracy, repeatability, and optical properties.
Applications: Suitable for spectroscopy applications like absorption-transmission-reflection, Raman spectroscopy, and more.
Regulatory Compliance: Complies with EU EMC and LVD Directives and international standards IEC 61326-1 and IEC 61010-1.
Ordering Information: Contact details for regional headquarters for inquiries and support.
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Shamrock 750 Spectrograph-1

750 mm focal length, motorized, Czerny-Turner Spectrograph ANDOR an Oxford Instruments company High resolution performance spectrograph The Shamrock 750 offers the highest resolution of the Shamrock family, but is also well suited for applications requiring multi-track capabilities. This rugged platform features a comprehensive range of light coupling accessories and gratings, and combines ideally with Andor’s market leading CCD, Electron Multiplying CCDs, InGaAs and Intensified CCDs. Andor’s latest addition of single point detectors for scanning monochromator applications up to the LWIR (12 pm) enhances even further the capabilities of this system. State-of-the-art Solis Spectroscopy and Solis Scanning software offer a dedicated and intuitive interfaces for spectrograph, detectors and motorized accessory control as well as easy detection parameter set-up. Specifications Summary Resolution with Newton DU940 CCD 1200 l/mm @ 500 nm 2400 l/mm @ 300 nm • Pre-aligned, pre-calibrated detector & spectrograph Motorized, individually factory-calibrated systems -out-of-the-box operation and seamless integration to experimental set-ups • USB 2.0 interface Plug and play connectivity, ideal for laptop operation alongside Andor USB cameras • Motorized, indexed triple grating turret Easily upgradable in-the-field • Dual detector outputs For extended wavelength coverage when combining Andor UV-Visible CCD and InGaAs cameras Compatible with Andor’s range of CCD, ICCD & EMCCD cameras • Multi-track enhanced option Optimizes system performance for low cross-talk, high density multi-leg fibre signal acquisition • Wide range of accessories available The ultimate in modular set-up and in-field upgradability, including: - Motorized slits & filter wheel - Microscope interfaces - Shutters - Fibre-optic & lens couplers - Multi-way fibre-optic bundles - Light sources and optics • Monochromator capabilities Extract best optical resolution while allowing use of single point detectors with sensitivity up to 12 pm • Silver-protected coated optics options Most efficient for Near-Infrared detection when used in conjunction with Andor InGaAs cameras and single point detectors InGaAs, PbS, InSb & MCT • Integrated in EPICS -23 Supported by EPICS control software

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Shamrock 750 Spectrograph-2

750 mm focal length, motorized, Czerny-Turner Spectrograph Step-by-Step System Configuration How to customize the Shamrock 750: Step 4. 2 output port configuration nd Side output Step 2. Resolution & band-pass Direct output Step 1. Chassis configuration Direct input Side input Step 3. Input light coupling interfaces Step 1. - Chassis configuration a) Select combination of input and output ports (see page 3 for available options). b) Select type of optics coating required (aluminium + MgF2 is standard, protected silver coated optics available on request for NIR detection). c) Select purge port...

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750 mm focal length, motorized, Czerny-Turner Spectrograph ANDOR an Oxford Instruments company Step 1 - Chassis Configuration Ordering Information Model Optics Coatings Reflectivity Graph The graph shows the standard Al + MgF2 optics coatings reflection efficiency versus wavelengths. Protected silver coated optics option is also available on request for maximum efficiency in the NIR region and is recommended for working with Andor iDus InGaAs detectors or IR single-point detectors, such as MCT, PbS and InSb. When choosing protected silver coatings, it is strongly recommended to also order protected silver...

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750 mm focal length, motorized, Czerny-Turner Spectrograph ANDOR an Oxford Instruments company Step 2a - Choosing The Right Platform vs Dispersion Requirements Resolution calculator andor.com/calculators Green Aberration-free region Orange Possible impact on system resolution Red Likely impact on system resolution Czerny-Turner spectrographs are designed to provide the best optical performance for a range of grating angles as reflected on the green parts of the graph above. Outside this range, the spectral lines may exhibit a degree of optical aberration (such as coma), which will become more...

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ANDOR an Oxford Instruments company Step 2b - Choosing The Right Grating vs Resolution & Band-pass The Shamrock 750 features an innovative triple grating turret, designed to offer flexibility and control over your choice and interchange of gratings. The triple grating turret can be easily and speedily removed, and replaced by an alternative turret with new gratings. The intelligent design of the 750 means that only a simple offset adjustment is required once the new turret and gratings are added. The 750 is shipped with the grating turret already in place, ensuring your system is ready for use...

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750 mm focal length, motorized, Czerny-Turner Spectrograph Step 2c - Selecting The Correct Grating Efficiency Option All graphs shown below represent efficiency for 45° polarisation 150 l/mm - Ruled Efficiency (%) ciency Efficiency (%) ciency Efficiency (%) ciency Efficiency (%) ciency Efficiency (%) ciency Important Consideration System throughput is dependent on the grating’s angle of operation and may decrease with higher grating operating angles.

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750 mm focal length, motorized, Czerny-Turner Spectrograph Step 3 - Selecting The Correct Light Coupling Interfaces Side input port (applicable to all models) How to customize the Shamrock 750 (Side Entrance Port): Spacer (Standard) Fixed FC Fibre Adapter (SR-ASM-8011) Fixed SMA Fibre Adapter (ACC-SR-ASM-8003) X Adjustable Fibre Adapter, Ferrule Input (SR-ASM-8006) Fixed Fibre Adapter, Ferrule Input (SR-ASM-8001) Neutral Density Filters•12 Long Pass Filters•12 Short Pass Filters•12 Raman Edge Filters•12 Filter Wheel Assembly (ACC-SR-ASZ-7005) Motorized Slit Assembly•13 Wide Aperture Slit (SR-ASZ-0035)...

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750 mm focal length, motorized, Czerny-Turner Spectrograph Step 3 - Selecting The Correct Light Coupling Interfaces Direct input port (applicable to C & D models) How to customize the Shamrock 750 (Direct Entrance Port): Motorized Slit Assembly•13 (SR-ASZ-0032) inc 6 x 4 mm (W x H) Cover Plate Wide Aperture Slit (SR-ASZ-0095) inc Ø27 mm Cover Plate X Adjustable Fibre Adapter, Ferrule Input (SR-ASM-8006) X-Y Adjustable Fibre Adapter (See page 10 Section B: Direct X-Y fibre couplers) Cover Plate for Manual Slit (See page 10 Section A: Slit Covers) Cover Plate for Motorized Slit (See page 10 Section...

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