ALPHA_II_Specs_EN.pdf
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- BD-27-1030-CPO1-CPO1-131225
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- Massachusetts
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This is a technical specifications document for an ALPHA II FT-IR (Fourier Transform Infrared) spectrometer related to a Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) procurement. The document provides detailed specifications for a compact FT-IR spectrometer designed for quick and reliable infrared analysis. The ALPHA II features a permanently aligned RockSolid interferometer with a guaranteed 10-year lifetime, a diode laser calibration system with 10-year longevity, and a temperature-controlled DLaTGS detector. The spectral range operates at 350-8,000 cm⁻¹ with standard KBr beamsplitter or 500-6,000 cm⁻¹ with optional high humidity ZnSe optics, with a signal-to-noise ratio typically exceeding 55,000:1 at one-minute measurement time and 4 cm⁻¹ spectral resolution. The system includes the OPUS software interface for analytical workflow management and offers optional OPUS-TOUCH software on an integrated touch panel computer for simplified routine analysis.
The ALPHA II incorporates multiple validation and compliance features including an Internal Validation Unit (IVU) with integrated reference materials for operational and performance qualification testing according to PhEur, PhJP, and USP standards. The system includes PermaSure Performance Assurance for automatic recognition and calibration of QuickSnap sampling modules and PerformanceGuard System Diagnostics for continuous electronic monitoring of all components. The spectrometer complies with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements and offers validation options for full cGMP/GMP compliance, meeting US, European, and Japanese Pharmacopeia standards and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. Key components feature extended lifespans: the IR source has a guaranteed 5-year lifetime, and the system design minimizes maintenance needs with low running costs through durable, long-lasting components.
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FT-IR SPECTROMETER
Technical Specifications
ALPHA II
The ALPHA II is a very compact FT-IR spectrometer for quick, easy and reliable IR analysis. The design of its hard- and softwa-re are highly integrated for an intuitive and convenient operation.
All spectrometer components are built for continuous availability and a long life time. Bruker’s permanently aligned RockSolid™ interferometer and the reliable diode laser guarantee an accurate and precise data acquisition. Thanks to the CenterGlow™ IR source technology and a temperature controlled detector the ALPHA II provides a constantly high performance. The need for maintenance is minimized and running costs are kept very low as a result of long lasting relevant components like interferome-ter, IR source and laser.
A wide range of QuickSnap™ sampling modules is available for the ALPHA II, providing a perfectly matching measurement setup for a large variety of samples and applications.
OPUS provides the right software user interface for the most efficient FT-IR analysis. From measurement to evaluation to the final analysis report the user is guided through the analytical workflow in just a few steps. Therefore, the ALPHA II is easily operated even by spectroscopic inexperienced personnel. Powerful but easy to use functions for verifying and identifying IR spectra and performing quantitative analysis are included in the software.
The option to use the ALPHA II with the OPUS-TOUCH software on an integrated touch panel computer makes your daily rou-tine analysis even simpler. Moreover, the footprint of the complete system is reduced to that of a laptop.
Optics & Electronics
Interferometer Permanent aligned RockSolid™, cube corner interferometer for highest stability; insensitive to mirror tilt, mechanical vibra-tions and temperature variation; guaranteed lifetime of 10 years
Optics
| � Sealed and desiccated |
| � Mirrors: Gold coated for highest efficiency in the Mid-IR spectral range |
| � KBr windows and beamsplitter; option “High Humidity” optics with ZnSe beamsplitter and ZnSe windows |
Calibration Laser Diode laser with high wavenumber accuracy and precision, long life time (10 years guaranteed) and low power consumption
IR Source CenterGlow™ technology for continuously optimized light flux, SiC Globar, long lifetime (5 years lifetime guaranteed)
Detector High sensitivity temperature-controlled DLaTGS-detector, high stability against external temperature changes
A/D converter 24 bit dynamic range
System Validation
PermaSure™ Performance Assurance
| � Automatic recognition and individual calibration of QuickSnap™ modules and ATR-crystal plates |
| � Automatic performance test and load of appropriate measurement parameters when changing the configuration |
PerformanceGuard™ System Diagnostics
| � Continuous electronic monitoring of all spectrometer components, performance, humidity and temperature |
| � Automated customer alert if any threshold is exceeded |
Reference Materials for Instrument Qualification
� Reference materials are integrated in the Internal Validation Unit (IVU). They allow performing test routines for operational and performance qualification (OQ, PQ) and according to PhEur 2.2.24, PhJP 2.25, USP <854>. Certificates are available.
� The IVU allows complete qualification of all measurement modes (transmission, ATR, reflection) using official reference standard materials
Instrument Qualification
| � Fully automated test routines for operational and performance qualification (OQ, PQ) |
| � Fully automated test routines for instrument qualification according to PhEur 2.2.24, PhJP 2.25 and USP <854> using an |
integrated certified reference standard (option) � Validation manual and validation service for comprehensive system qualification according to GMP available
Regulatory Compliance ALPHA II complies with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements. Further validation options are available allowing operation of the ALPHA II in full compliance to cGMP/GMP, US, European and Japanese Pharmacopeia and 21 CFR Part11
Performance
Spectral Range
| � 350 – 8,000 cm-1, with standard KBr beamsplitter |
| � 500 – 6,000 cm-1, option: „High Humidity“ ZnSe optics |
Signal-to-Noise ratio Typically >55,000:1 (1 min measurement time, spectral resolution 4 cm-1)
Spectral Resolution Better than 2 cm-1, optional better than 0.75 cm-1, free adjustable resolution from 0.75 cm-1 to 256 cm-1
Wavenumber Accuracy <0.05 cm-1 @ 1,576 cm-1
Wavenumber Precision Repeatability <0.0005 cm-1 @ 1,576 cm-1 (standard deviation of 10 repeated measurements)
Photometric Accuracy Better than 0.1% T
Accessories & Extensions
QuickSnap™sampling modules
Full coverage of all typical M-IR sampling and measurement techniques, easy exchange with reliable one-button fixing mechanism � Platinum-ATR: Single reflection ATR with monolithic diamond, soldered in tungsten carbide hard metal for highest mechanical and chemical robustness; optional heating function; guaranteed lifetime of 10 years
| � Eco-ATR: Single reflection ATR with ZnSe and Ge crystals |
| � Multi-ATR: Multi reflection ATR with ZnSe crystal |
| � Transmission: KBr pellet holder, variety of liquid and gas cells, heatable gas cells with 7 cm and 4.8 m path length |
| � Reflection: Variety of diffuse and specular reflection modules providing the optimal interface for any sample; reflec- |
tion with integrated video-option
Software & Data Handling
Software
Data acquisition, control, evaluation and reporting with ALPHA II is performed using the validated all-in-one OPUS software Features:
| � Guided step-by-step analysis for quality control applications |
| � Spectra comparison method for material verification |
| � Library search for material identification |
| � Mixture analysis, information search, peak search (OPUS/SEARCH required) |
| � Free starter library with more than 350 spectra |
| � User specific library set-up |
| � Peak labelling |
| � Quantification method (Lambert-Beer‘s Law) |
| � Peak integration function (area, height) |
| � Automated water vapor compensation |
| � Data pre-processing routines, such as baseline correction |
| � Multimedia FT-IR tutorial |
| � Spectra interpretation tool |
| � Automation capabilities |
| � Macro functionality |
| � Lab journal |
| � Analytical report generation with predefined print layouts, customizable |
| � Easy export of spectral data and evaluation results to other programs |
| � Option to store spectral data and evaluation results either in an internal or a user-defined database |
| � Multi level user management |
| � Customizable work spaces |
| � Online help |
| � Permanent display of instrument status (PerformanceGuard™) |
| � cGMP/GLP compliance, Audit trail |
| � CFR 21p11 compliance (OPUS/VALIDATION required) |
Software Option
Operation of ALPHA II with validated OPUS-TOUCH software for intuitive and convenient IR analysis.
Highlights:
| � ALPHA II controlled by integrated touch panel PC |
| � Highest level of software and hardware integration |
| � State-of-the art touch controlled user interface |
| � Analysis assistant for most efficient material verification and identification |
| � Spectrum viewer with data evaluation and data processing functions for in-depth IR analysis |
| � Self-adapting analysis report generator |
| � Multiple language support |
| � File-archive with smart data filter option |
| � Adaptable user rights management |
| � Comprehensive spectrometer status control |
Databases Wide range of spectral libraries for all kinds of materials, e.g. chemicals, pharmaceuticals, polymers and plastics
Online information bruker.com/sc-xrd
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Bruker Optics is ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certified.
Online information bruker.com/ALPHA
Worldwide offices bruker.com/bopt-offices
Other
Spectrometer Housing Rigid and durable metal housing
Transport Transport case and trolley, tripod mounting
Dimensions
| � ALPHA-P (ATR): approx. 208 x 330 x 260 mm |
| � ALPHA-T (Transmission): approx. 208 x 310 x 140 mm |
| � ALPHA with panel PC: approx. 287 x 340 x 360 mm |
Weight Approx. 7-11 kg (Depending on configuration)
Spectrometer Power 100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz, 20 W (low energy consumption)
Computer Interface Integrated touch panel PC (option), remote control via WLAN (option, e.g. for use in glove box)
Service Options
| � Installation by a qualified service engineer |
| � Various service and maintenance contracts including re-validation services |
| � Training courses and customer specific application trainings |
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