ALPHA II Compact FTIR Spectrometer

Specifications
The ALPHA II is a very compact FTIR spectrometer for quick, easy and reliable IR-analysis. The design of its
hard- and software 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 RockSolidTM interferometer and the reliable diode laser guarantee an accurate and precise data acquisi-
tion. Thanks to the CenterGlowTM IR-source technology and a temperature controlled detector the ALPHA II
provides a constantly provides a high performance. The need for maintenance is minimized and running costs
are kept very low due to the long life time of the relevant components like interferometer, IR-source and laser.
A wide range of QuickSnapTM 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 FTIR-analysis. From the measurement via
evaluation to the final analysis report the user is guided in few steps through the analytical workflow. Therefore,
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 routine analysis even simpler. Moreover, the footprint of the complete system is reduced to the one of
a laptop.

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< Spectrometer housing: Rigid and durable metal housing (OQ, PQ) and according to PhEur 2.2.24, PhJP 2.25, USP <854>.
Certificates are available.
< Interferometer: Permanent aligned RockSolidTM cube corner interferometer for highest stability;
• The IVU allows complete qualification of all measurement modes (transmission,
insensitive to mirror tilt, mechanical vibrations and temperature variation;
ATR, reflection) using official reference standard materials
life time >10 years
< Instrument qualification: • Fully automated test routines for operational and performance qualification (OQ, PQ)
< Optics: • Sealed and desiccated
• Fully automated test routines for instrument qualification according to
• Mirrors: Gold coated for highest efficiency in the Mid-IR spectral range
PhEur 2.2.24, PhJP 2.25 and USP <854> using an integrated certified reference
• KBr windows and beamsplitter; standard (option)
option “High Humidity” optics with ZnSe beamsplitter and ZnSe windows
• Validation manual and validation service for comprehensive system qualification
according to GMP available
< Calibration laser: Diode laser with high wavenumber accuracy and precision, long life time
(>10 years) and low power consumption. < 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
< IR source: CenterGlowTM technology for continuously optimized light flux, long life time (>5 years)
to cGMP/GMP, US, European and Japanese Pharmacopeia and 21 CFR Part11
< Detector: High sensitivity temperature-controlled DLaTGS-detector, high stability against < Computer interface: Integrated touch panel pc (option), remote control via WLAN
external temperature changes
(option, e.g. for use in glove box)
< Spectral range: • 350 – 8,000 cm -1, with standard KBr beamsplitter < Operating system: Windows 7, Windows 10
• 500 – 6,000 cm -1, option: „High Humidity“ ZnSe optics
< Spectrometer power: 100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz, 20 W (low energy consumption)
< Signal-to-noise ratio: Typically >55,000:1 (1 min measurement time, spectral resolution 4 cm -1)
< Mobility: Transport case and trolley, rechargeable battery pack, car and truck battery
< Spectral resolution: Better than 2 cm -1, optional better than 0.75 cm -1, free adjustable resolution
connectors, tripod mounting
from 0.75 cm -1 to 256 cm -1
< Dimensions: ALPHA-P (ATR): approx. 208 x 330 x 260 mm
< Wavenumber accuracy: <0.05 cm -1 @ 2,000 cm -1
ALPHA-T (Transmission): approx. 208 x 310 x 140 mm
< Wavenumber precision: Repeatability <0.0005 cm -1 @ 2,000 cm -1 (standard deviation of 10 repeated ALPHA with panel PC: approx. 267 x 340 x 340 mm
measurements)
< Weight: approx. 7 kg (without panel pc)
< Photometric accuracy: Better than 0.1% T approx. 10 kg (with panel pc)

< A/D converter: 24 bit dynamic range < Software:

Data acquisition, control, evaluation and reporting with ALPHA II is performed
using the validated all-in-one OPUS software
< QuickSnapTM Full coverage of all typical M-IR sampling and measurement techniques, easy Features:
sampling modules: exchange with reliable one-button fixing mechanism
• Step-by-step analysis wizard for quality control applications
• Platinum-ATR: Single reflection ATR with monolithic diamond, soldered in
• Spectra comparison method for material verification
tungsten carbide hard metal for highest mechanical and chemical robustness;
• Library search for material identification
optional heating function; life time >10 years
• Mixture analysis, information search, peak search (OPUS/SEARCH required)
• Eco-ATR: Single reflection ATR with ZnSe and Ge crystals
• Free starter library with more than 350 spectra
• Multi-ATR: Multi reflection ATR with ZnSe crystal
• User specific library set-up
• Transmission: KBr pellet holder, variety of liquid and gas cells, heatable gas
cells with 7 cm and 4.8 m path length • Peak labelling
• Reflection: Variety of diffuse and specular reflection modules providing the • Quantification method (Lambert-Beer‘s Law)
optimal interface for any sample; reflection with integrated video-option • Peak integration function (area, height)
• Automated water vapor compensation
< PermaSureTM • Automatic recognition and individual calibration of QuickSnapTM modules and • Data pre-processing routines, such as baseline correction
performance assurance: ATR-crystal plates
• Multimedia FT-IR tutorial
• Automatic performance test and load of appropriate measurement parameters
• Spectra interpretation tool
when changing the configuration
• Automation capabilities
< PerformanceGuardTM • Continuous electronic monitoring of all spectrometer components, • Macro functionality
system diagnostics: performance, humidity and temperature • Lab journal
• Automated customer alert if any threshold is passed • Analytical report generation with predefined print layouts, customizable
• Easy export of spectral data and evaluation results to other programs
< Reference materials for • Reference materials are integrated in the Internal Validation Unit (IVU). They
• Option to store spectral data and evaluation results either in an internal or a
instrument qualification: allow performing test routines for operational and performance qualification
user-defined database
 • Multi level user management
• Customizable work spaces
• Online help
• Permanent display of instrument status (PerformanceGuardTM )
• GMP/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

< Service options: • Installation by a qualified service engineer

• Various service and maintenance contracts including re-validation services
• Training courses and customer specific application trainings

The ALPHA II makes FTIR analysis simpler than it has ever

been before. The easy and intuitive user interface guides
you through all steps of IR-analysis.

Bruker Optics is ISO 9001

and ISO 13485 certified.
Technologies used are protected by one or more of the following patents:
DE 102004025448; DE 19940981; US 5923422 Laser class 1

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