Thermo Fisher Nicolet iS5 FTIR Spectrometer with iD7 Diamond ATR Accessory

The Thermo Fisher Nicolet iS5 FTIR Spectrometer with iD7 ATR is engineered for precise mid-infrared spectral analysis essential in biotechnology, molecular diagnostics, and bioprocessing applications. This compact, space-saving system covers a broad spectral range from 7800 to 350 cm⁻¹ with a spectral resolution of less than 0.8 cm⁻¹, enabling detailed characterization of molecular vibrations critical for synthetic biology and biochemical research.

Key technical specifications include:

• Integrated iD7 ATR accessory featuring a monolithic diamond crystal and slip-clutch pressure arm, ensuring reproducible sample contact and protecting sensitive optics during live-cell imaging and fluorescence analysis workflows.
• A mid-infrared KBr beamsplitter coupled with a DLA-TGS detector delivers sensitive, high-quality absorbance data across diverse sample types.
• The system utilizes a thermally controlled diode laser with automatic alignment for long-term spectral stability and precision, critical for reproducible results in biomanufacturing and molecular cloning research.
• Real-time system health diagnostics enhance uptime and reliability, with an electronic humidity sensor and replaceable desiccant to safeguard optical components from moisture damage, an important feature in clinical diagnostics environments.
• Signal-to-noise ratios reach 8,000:1 (peak-to-peak in 5 seconds) and up to 22,000:1 (peak-to-peak in 1 minute), supporting sensitive detection requirements in neuroimaging applications and synthetic biology assays.

Supplied with OMNIC software, the system allows intuitive control and data acquisition, optimizing workflows in research fields such as proteomics, pharmaceutical quality control, and environmental biotechnology. The Nicolet iS5 FTIR with iD7 ATR is a robust and versatile platform widely adopted for analytical needs in advanced biochemical and molecular diagnostics laboratories.