DS5

DS5

DS5

Product catalog summary
Overview
The DS5 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer is a high-performance dual beam instrument designed for precise analytical applications. It measures absorption and transmission across a range of wavelengths and is suitable for various sample types. Developed in the UK, it features a user-friendly interface and can be operated via a touchscreen or PC software.

Key Features
  • Dual beam optical configuration for accurate results.
  • Variable bandpass options: 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, or 4.0 nm.
  • Fast scanning capability up to 6,000 nm/min.
  • Touchscreen interface with intuitive controls.
  • Visacle® software for PC control, available in standard or 21 CFR compliant versions.

Sample Accessories
  • Standard Cell Holder: 2-position for 10 mm cells.
  • Thermostatic Cell Holder: Temperature control up to +40°C.
  • Long Path Cell Holder: For low concentrations, path length 10 mm to 100 mm.
  • Glass Filter Holder: For glass samples or filters.
  • Film Holder: For thin-film samples.
  • 6-Position Cell Holder: Holds up to six 10 mm cells, with temperature control option.
  • Auto Sipper: For automatic measurement of liquid samples.
  • Micro Flow Cell: For continuous trace sample measurement.

User Interface and Data Handling
  • Measurement parameters and analysis via touchscreen.
  • Visacle® software for project management and data analysis.
  • Data handling includes rescaling, spectrum overlay, and report generation.
  • Validation functions include self-diagnosis and user calibration.

Measurement Modes
  • Wavelength scan for absorbance and transmission.
  • Time scan for kinetic measurements.
  • Photometry mode for quantitative analyses.
  • Quantitation with calibration curves.
  • Application wizards for specific analyses like protein and nucleic acid.

Specifications
  • Optics: Czerny-Turner, Dual Beam Monochromator.
  • Wavelength Range: 190 nm - 1100 nm.
  • Spectral Bandwidth: 0.5 nm to 4 nm.
  • Photometric Range: Absorbance -3.4 to +3.4, %T 0 to 300.
  • Light Source: Tungsten-Halogen and Deuterium Lamps.
  • Detector: Silicon Photodiode.
  • Dimensions: 500 mm x 475 mm x 250 mm, Weight: 20 Kg.

Additional Information
The DS5 is manufactured in the UK and complies with various standards, offering flexibility in operation through either touchscreen or PC software. It supports FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance for enhanced security and audit trails.
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Catalog excerpts

DS5-1

Dual Beam UV-Vis Spectrophotometer The DS5 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer is a high performance dual beam instrument suitable for many analytical applications where accurate measurements are key to your results. Key Features Dual beam Optical configuration for quick, accurate results Variable bandpass Developed and designed in the UK, the DS5 measures absorption and transmission as a function of wavelength and provides a modern, user-friendly and accurate spectrophotometer for a wide range of sample types and measurements. Utilising a dual lamp and Czerny-Turner configuration monochromator, the DS5 features a compact, reliable and high throughput optical system which ensures impressive spectral performance. It can be configured with PC control software or as a standalone instrument using the touchscreen included in every DS5 unit. Fast scanning Up to 6,000 nm/min to aid sample throughput Touchscreen interface With intuitive menus and functions for standalone control Visacle® software Optional package for PC control, standard or 21 CFR compliant

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DS5-2

SAMPLE ACCESSORIES STANDARD CELL HOLDER LONG PATH CELL HOLDER GLASS FILTER HOLDER FILM HOLDER The standard cell holder is 2-position and holds traditional 10 mm path length cells. A micro-volume cell holder option for 50 μl cells is also available. Designed for low concentrations or absorbance, the long path cell holder holds two rectangular cells with an optical path length of 10 mm to 100 mm. Designed for measuring the transmittance/absorbance of glass samples or filters. Sample dimensions up to 55 mm x 100 mm with 5 mm thickness can be accepted. Designed for measuring the transmittance/absorbance...

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DS5-3

USER INTERFACE FUNCTIONS Choose between touchscreen or software operation The standard DS5 is operated via a touchscreen included with every instrument. Visacle® PC-controlled software is offered for laboratories wishing to control their instrument from a computer or manage their experiment database. FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance is also available. Measurement parameters, acquisition and analysis on DS5 touchscreen MEASUREMENT MODES DATA HANDLING > Wavelength scan: Measure absorbance, transmission or detector signal selecting the spectral range, scan speed, wavelength increment, bandwidth as...

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DS5-4

Czerny-Turner, Dual Beam Monochromator WAVELENGTH RANGE SPECTRAL BANDWIDTH STRAY LIGHT WAVELENGTH ACCURACY WAVELENGTH REPEATABILITY PHOTOMETRIC RANGE PHOTOMETRIC ACCURACY PHOTOMETRIC REPRODUCIBILITY WAVELENGTH SCAN SPEED BASELINE STABILITY <0.0003 Abs/hr (500 nm, 2 hour lamp warm-up period) BASELINE FLATNESS LIGHT SOURCE Tungsten-Halogen and Deuterium Lamps LIGHT SOURCE SWITCHING Automatic switching selectable for 325 nm - 370 nm range Silicon Photodiode Touchscreen operation, PC-controlled software or CFR compliant PC-controlled software POWER SUPPLY AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OUTPUT DEVICE USB flash...

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