Thermo Fisher Nicolet iS50 FT-IR Spectrometer with Continuµm IR Microscope and Smart Orbit ATR Accessory

The Thermo Fisher Nicolet iS50 FT-IR Spectrometer delivers advanced mid-infrared spectroscopy across 4000 to 400 cm⁻¹ with a high spectral resolution of 0.09 cm⁻¹. This modular system supports seamless upgrades to include Raman, NIR, and far-infrared spectral ranges, making it versatile for molecular diagnostics, bioprocessing, and biotechnology workflows.

Key components include:

• Smart Orbit ATR Accessory: A high-performance diamond single-bounce Attenuated Total Reflectance (ATR) accessory designed for robust analysis of abrasive or corrosive samples. The diamond crystal ensures chemical inertness and broad spectral range, supplemented by optional germanium and silicon plates and a 45° specular reflectance module. The adjustable pressure tower features four sample tips for diverse sample types, enhancing precision in biopharmaceutical material characterization and synthetic biology research. The integrated Lightning Viewer provides an 8X magnified sample inspection for precise placement.

• Continuµm IR Imaging Microscope: A research-grade infrared microscope offering simultaneous infrared and visible light imaging with Thermo Scientific TruView™ technology for real-time sample observation during data acquisition. The Reflex aperture minimizes diffraction and enhances spectral fidelity, critical in biochemistry and clinical diagnostics involving complex heterogeneous samples.

• ICL Earth Series Gas Fuel Cell: A multi-pass, long-path gas cell constructed with borosilicate glass and black anodized aluminum hardware, optimized for sensitive gas-phase spectroscopy at atmospheric conditions. Pathlengths range from 1 to 6 meters enabling trace gas analysis essential in environmental biotechnology and molecular diagnostics of gaseous biomarkers.

• Worthington 35LDB Liquid Nitrogen Dewar: A robust cryogenic storage solution with 35-liter capacity and up to 152-day static hold time. The aluminum body with vacuum insulation ensures long-term liquid nitrogen storage stability crucial for biomanufacturing and cell storage applications. The included Liquid Withdrawal Device permits safe, pressure-driven dispensing of cryogenics with flow rates up to 8 L/min at operating pressures of 0.5 bar.

The system is fully integrated with OMNIC software, streamlining spectral acquisition, advanced data processing, and biomolecular analysis. This all-in-one FTIR workstation is widely adopted in synthetic biology, molecular cloning workflows, and biomedical engineering for materials characterization and quality control.

This configuration supplies comprehensive spectroscopy capabilities, suitable for researchers requiring flexible instrumentation that spans infrared molecular fingerprinting, imaging, and gas-phase analysis within biotechnology, clinical, and environmental research domains.