Take measures

into your own hands

AURA® handheld NIR from ZEISS –

the portable spectrometer solution

www.zeiss.com/aura
A broad spectrum of quality
ZEISS – over 140 years of
2019
The first connected spectrometer
with real time access to data for

experience in spectroscopy
defined product quality

2015
The first portable spectrometer
for convenient quality control and
measurement out in the field or on the move

2013
The first process spectrometer
with the highest level of
robustness and long-term stability

Ernst Abbe developed the world’s From the beginning, the name ZEISS has stood for continuity and foresight as well as
first spectrometer for a company for passion and responsibility. Most importantly of all, the name has stood for globally
that Carl Zeiss founded 28 years leading optical measurement technology. Our vision is the perfection of spectroscopy
earlier in Jena in 1874. Today, over solutions for process and quality control. We’ve always been the first to bring high­
140 years after Abbe’s spectrometer, quality technology to the marketplace. Like in 1924, when we developed a photometer
ZEISS is one of the world’s leading
technology companies in the optical
that allowed us to measure colors. Or in 1968, when we created the SPECORD series
of two-beam spectral photometers for laboratory analyses. Or in 1999, when we set 1999
1997
and optoelectrical industry with new standards for the agricultural industry with an NIR spectrometer mounted onto a
The first process spectrometer
over 30,000 employees in nearly 50 harvester. on a harvesting machine

countries and approximately 120

distribution, service, production Throughout our history, we have always developed new technology that has made The first NIR spectrometer
for the near infrared wavelength
and development facilities. processes reproducible and minimized production losses. By fulfilling the quality
expectations for products “Made in Germany”, we’ve helped our clients to fulfill their
promises to their own customers. This has led to the development of a business area

1968
specializing in material analysis, spectroscopy and process analytics, which now plays
a key role in the company’s global success.

1933
The first SPECORD series
ZEISS spectrometers are as versatile as they are accurate, providing unparalleled two-beam spectral photometer
performance. Regardless of whether they are a permanent fixture in your production, for analyses in the laboratory

such as Corona® extreme and Corona® process from ZEISS or whether they are mobile
and used in the field, such as AURA handheld NIR from ZEISS, you can obtain the best
® The first quartz spectrograph
for spectral analyses in the
results in almost any environment and our spectrometers are tailored to your process. ultraviolet wavelength

This means that our solutions are not only sought after in areas such as food production
and agriculture, but also beyond our own atmosphere: ZEISS high-performance gratings
are used in satellites that monitor the air quality on earth, for example.

Ernst Abbe From food production to harvesting and space, the use of ZEISS equipment provides
1840-1905
a technological edge. This is also what drives us every day: maximum efficiency
and sustainability as well as long-term success and satisfaction for our customers.

Carl Zeiß
1874
The first spectrometer
1816-1888 for the spectral fracture of light
with a prism system

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 Laboratory spectrometer quality Bring the benefits with you
on the move and in the field everywhere you go
AURA® handheld NIR offers you a multitude of advantages for the widest variety of
environments.

Portable ZEISS performance Bring the spectrometer to Upload and store results
There are no limits to what AURA® the sample and measure from anywhere, thanks
handheld NIR can do. It provides the where you want, when you to WiFi connectivity
same performance as a full-size ZEISS want
spectrometer. This biggest difference is
how small and portable it is. Get reliable,
lab-quality results on the move and bring
your spectrometer to the sample.
AURA® handheld NIR is easy to use and
can even be operated by novices, offering
you high levels of performance and Get accurate, lab-quality Take advantage of
connectivity at low cost. results in the field and performance that is on
on site in just about any par with larger, stationary
For maximum accuracy and convenience weather conditions spectrometers
Built around you and your spectroscopy
needs, AURA® handheld NIR provides a
wide variety of application possibilities and
several different measurement parameters.
Regardless of the environment, AURA®
handheld NIR gives you the results you
need to optimize your process and monitor Maximize measuring time, React to quality variations
quality in a more flexible way. thanks to long battery life immediately and get the
and quick changes results you need to optimize
your process and monitor
raw materials

Give anyone in your team Rely on unshakeable

the power of spectroscopy, quality with a sapphire
with simple operation, window and rugged housing
even for non-experts
AURA Handheld NIR in the hand of a nutritionist or farmer to measure the quality
of the feed for an optimal feed mixture.

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 Measure beyond boundaries
Get lab-quality results anywhere
but the lab
Sometimes you simply can not wait to take a sample to the lab – when it comes to measuring quality
and making decisions on the spot, portable spectroscopy is the way to go. AURA® handheld NIR is
the ideal solution for precise, lab-like results in just about any conditions. Robust, ergonomic and easy
to use even for non-experts, take advantage of the power of mobile spectroscopy from ZEISS.

Adaptable, accurate and dependable

Touchscreen Two status LEDs

user-friendly, easy to operate, clear software interface show the current operational status of the
with a large result display system and battery

Full-scale spectrometer Interfaces

to cover a wavelength range from 950 to 1650 nm data exchange between AURA® handheld
NIR and storage media or PCs is possible
via Ethernet or USB 2.0 when WiFi is
Sapphire window unavailable
virtually unbreakable and scratch proof – as hard
as a diamond Power ON button
performance at your fingertips, instantly
ready to go
Start measurement button
in an ergonomically sensible position, can be
operated intuitively Battery pack
durable (2 hours of measurement possible),
replaceable
Robust housing
degree of protection: IP54
operating temperature: 5 to 40 °C
storage temperature: -20 to 60 °C

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 Software to make sense Sample management
Single or multiple measurements are very easy to carry out.
The results of the ingredients are automatically determined

of hard data according to the application from the measured NIR spectra.
The results are arrangable on the display and can be quickly
captured and pre-assessed.

Good software should be as powerful and versatile as it is intuitive and easy to use. Our InProcess
software is designed not just to provide you with all the information you need quickly and easily,
but also to fit around your specific needs, thanks to a range of customization options. InProcess
provides the ideal platform to profit from connected spectroscopy and access your measurements
from anywhere, at any time, thanks to easy cloud integration.

Measurement history
Access all previous measurements
and results as​well as spectrum
Sample measurement data exports, measurement values​ Event log
Single or multiple measurements are very easy and sample information. See all the events that have occurred while
to carry out. The results of the ingredients are InProcess has been in use and access all
automatically determined according to the the relevant information, filtered by text
application from the measured NIR spectra. search, levels and the state of the device.
The results are arrangable on the display and can All entries can be exported, so that
be quickly captured and pre-assessed. advanced error information can be sent to
ZEISS customer service.

Product Setup
InProcess allows you to individually configure
measurement behavior, calculation results and
representation graphs and tailor these to your
specific needs. Calibration can be performed with
the support of common chemometrics software,
such as GRAMS IQ™, Aspen Unscrambler™,
SL Calibration Wizard or UCal™.

System Settings
Create and manage groups of users with various
levels of access and use InProcess in many different
languages. Customer-specific configuration and basic
settings for the software like the storage of data/
results can be defined. Diagnostics Exit
Spectrometer functionality can be Software can be shut down when
verified with a self-test and important performing revision or maintenance
service information is available at the work as well as during planned
touch of a button and can instantly be downtimes to conserve energy and
sent to ZEISS Service for evaluation. resources.

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 Get a grip on your
measurements in the field
AURA® handheld NIR technical
specifications
Everything a large spectrometer can do, the AURA® handheld NIR can do too, but all in the palm
of your hand and so easily that anyone can operate it. To fit all uses and preferences, we offer two
different handles: the standard handle and the slanted handle. Discover the differences here at a
glance and choose the version that suits you best.

Standard handle Slanted handle

Mechanical Parameters

Dimensions (W × H × D) 234 × 298 × 100 mm 234 × 350 × 74 mm

Weight 2.58 kg (incl. battery) 2.58 kg (incl. battery)

Environmental Parameters

Operating temperature + 5 °C to + 40 °C + 5 °C to + 40 °C

Storage and transport temperature – 20 °C to + 60 °C – 20 °C to + 60 °C

Proection class (IP) IP54 IP54

Electrical Parameters

14.4 V DC, 10.8 V DC,

Power supply (internal battery) 3450 mAh, 49.7 Wh 6900 mAh, 74.52 Wh Standard handle
(Battery RRC2054) (Battery RRC2040-02)

Power supply (external) 19.0 V DC 19.0 V DC

Maximum power 24 W 24 W

Interfaces

Ethernet 1.000 MBit/s, Ethernet 1.000 MBit/s,

Communication 2x USB, 2x USB,
Wifi Wifi

Optical Specifications

Usable spectral range 950 – 1,650 nm 950 – 1,650 nm

Wavelength accuracy ≤ 1.0 nm ≤ 1.0 nm

Halogen lamp 20,000 h Halogen lamp 20,000 h

Light source (Replaceable only by (Replaceable only by
authorized ZEISS partners) authorized ZEISS partners)

Measuring spot diameter 13.5 mm 13.5 mm

Slanted handle

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Quality is measured by service.
And vice versa.
We’re there for you –
for the lifetime of a device

Good quality goes beyond product

performance – it’s about the level
of service you receive as well. We’re
more than just a provider to our
clients, we’re partners, which is why
the service we offer is as important
to us as the product we manufacture.
We’re with you every step of the
way, from first consultation to final
purchase and then for the entire life The partner that
cycle of the product.
will accompany you
We also understand that every client is anywhere » With AURA® handheld NIR from
different, which is why we can develop ZEISS, food producers can get
individual service packages that are AURA® handheld NIR puts ZEISS performance in the accurate lab-quality results –
tailored to your company, facility, process, palm of your hand. Regardless of whether you need to anywhere and anytime they need
or specific project. That’s what we mean measure the quality of raw materials before processing
them. From raw bulk goods to
by partnership and service quality: a or need to inspect parameters out in the field – in
relationship based on trust and a detailed wind, rain and any weather, AURA® handheld NIR is
finished products, AURA® provides
understanding of individual needs and the ideal, portable solution you instant quality assurance and
Our expert service
circumstances. guarantee optimal performance, increase can take anywhere. That’s why Ag Optix swears by validation to food processes
at a glance:
service life and provide many years of AURA® handheld NIR. around the globe. This handheld
Furthermore, you can rely on our reliable and precise results. You can • Installation of equipment and software device offers intelligent flexibility,
global distribution and service network. also profit from our digital maintenance • Application support for the whole
accuracy and reliability that you
Regardless of whether it’s gratings, services, which provide you with user­ product lifetime
modules, spectrometers or solutions, friendly, location-independent solutions • Preventive maintenance
can depend on. «
hardware, software, or calibration, we’re with no waiting times. And if something • Customer-specific maintenance contracts Jeff Lorton
the only ones who develop and offer does need to be repaired on site, then our • On-site and in-house repairs Ag Optix (USA)
all spectrometer components from a service technicians can be with you in next • Remote diagnostics, maintenance
single source. Exclusive service packages to no time. and repair

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from ZEISS

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 When the going gets tough, Almost immeasurable
Corona® extreme gets going opportunities
with Corona® process

From operating temperatures of −15 °C to 50 °C and shocks of up to 50 times the force of gravity, Corona® process from ZEISS gives you an almost unlimited number of measurement possibilities and can
Corona extreme from ZEISS is at home in difficult conditions. All the while providing accurate, repeatable
®
simultaneously evaluate the vast quantity of information that exists in the 380 to 1,650 nm wavelength
and dependable real-time measurements results. From applications where the device needs to be in direct range. With other forms of measurement, the filter or even the device itself needs to be changed, whereas
contact with samples, such as in closed transport systems for agricultural produce or food production lines our spectrometer can measure fat, color, salt, dry mass and spices precisely, consistently and irrespective of
and laboratories, Corona® extreme is designed for full flexibility and durability. Regardless of whether you measurement distance. Ideal for use in the food industry, Corona® process allows you to monitor important
need measurements in the lab or in-line and under constantly variable conditions, Corona extreme allows
®
quality parameters in real time, so that you can optimize production quality, while saving costs and energy.
you to optimize your processes and maximize efficiency, no matter how tough the going gets.

Your benefits: Product highlights:

• Full-scale spectrometer for the measure­ • Full-scale in-line spectrometer
ment of fat, dry mass, protein and more in that covers both visible and NIR
the 950 to 1,650 nm wavelength range. wavelength ranges
• Measures in direct contact with the sample • Measure several important quality
without damaging it parameters at the same time, in real
• Measures various parameters time, such as fat, moisture, protein,
at the same time – in real time sugar and color
• Easily integrated into the widest variety • Two lamps with automatic switching
of spaces, from pipelines to trough chain provides for high levels of process
conveyors security and no unplanned downtime
• Ideal for use directly at the process line, • Real time results thanks to high
thanks to IP protection level 66 measurement frequency
• Ideal for the measurement of food
products on open transport systems,
such as conveyor belts thanks
to hygienic design

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from ZEISS from ZEISS

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