ABB MB3000 (FTIR Analyzer)

Description

Key Features

1. High-Performance FTIR Spectroscopy:
   • The ABB MB3000 offers high-quality FTIR analysis, which allows for rapid and precise determination of chemical composition, molecular structure, and functional groups present in a sample.
   • It provides high spectral resolution and sensitivity, enabling detailed analysis of a wide range of compounds, from simple organic molecules to more complex materials.
2. Compact and Robust Design:
   • The MB3000 is designed to be compact and easy to integrate into various laboratory and industrial settings, making it ideal for both research and routine analysis.
   • Despite its small footprint, it offers advanced capabilities, ensuring that users can perform high-throughput, high-precision analyses with minimal space requirements.
3. Ease of Use and Advanced Software:
   • The MB3000 is operated with user-friendly software that simplifies data collection, analysis, and interpretation. It is equipped with automated diagnostics and self-calibration features to ensure consistent performance.
   • The system includes Spectrum™ software that allows for powerful data analysis, including quantitative analysis, qualitative identification, and spectral interpretation.
4. Wide Range of Applications:
   • The MB3000 FTIR analyzer is used in a variety of fields such as:
     • Pharmaceuticals: For quality control, raw material identification, and product formulation analysis.
     • Environmental Monitoring: To measure air and water quality and analyze pollutants like VOCs, greenhouse gases, and industrial emissions.
     • Food and Beverage: For ingredient verification, contamination detection, and flavor profile analysis.
     • Chemical Manufacturing: To verify the composition and purity of raw materials, intermediates, and final products.
     • Petrochemicals: For analysis of hydrocarbon products, oils, and gases.
     • Polymer and Material Science: For structural analysis of polymers and other materials, including plastics, coatings, and composites.
5. Flexible Sample Handling:
   • The MB3000 accommodates a variety of sample presentation techniques, such as solid, liquid, and gas samples, allowing for flexible analysis depending on the sample type and the application.
   • The system can be equipped with various sample accessories like attenuated total reflectance (ATR), transmission, and reflection modules to handle different types of sample matrices.
6. Low Maintenance:
   • The MB3000 is designed for ease of use and requires minimal maintenance, which is ideal for busy laboratories and industrial settings. The system’s durable components ensure long-term reliability with low upkeep costs.
   • Regular maintenance and calibration are simplified through automated self-diagnostics and software updates, reducing downtime and increasing operational efficiency.
7. Fast and Accurate Analysis:
   • The MB3000 is capable of performing fast multicomponent analysis, delivering results in just minutes. The FTIR method provides rapid, non-destructive testing, making it suitable for high-throughput environments.
   • The system ensures high reproducibility and precision, making it reliable for routine analysis and long-term projects.
8. Wide Spectral Range:
   • The MB3000 FTIR analyzer offers a wide spectral range, typically from 4000 cm⁻¹ to 400 cm⁻¹, covering both the mid-infrared and near-infrared regions. This broad range allows for the analysis of a wide variety of chemical bonds and functional groups.

Technical Specifications

1. Spectral Range:
   • Mid-Infrared Range: Typically 4000 cm⁻¹ to 400 cm⁻¹, allowing for detailed analysis of most organic and inorganic materials.
2. Resolution:
   • The MB3000 offers high spectral resolution (usually 4 cm⁻¹), providing clear and distinct peaks for accurate identification of compounds.
3. Detector:
   • Equipped with high-performance DTGS (Deuterated Triglycine Sulfate) detectors, which provide high sensitivity and fast response time.
4. Sample Handling:
   • The analyzer supports a range of sampling methods, including:
     • ATR (Attenuated Total Reflectance): For solid and liquid samples.
     • Transmission: For thin films, solutions, and gases.
     • Diffuse Reflectance: For powder samples.
     • Gas Cells: For gaseous sample analysis.
5. Software:
   • Spectrum™ Software: This software suite includes powerful tools for:
     • Data Acquisition: Easy to use, automated data collection.
     • Analysis: Quantitative analysis, library search, spectral identification, and comparison.
     • Calibration: Options for creating calibration models for quantitative analysis.
     • Reporting: Customizable reporting tools for presenting results in user-defined formats.
6. Connectivity:
   • The system supports USB and Ethernet connections for easy integration with laboratory networks and data management systems.
7. Size and Weight:
   • Dimensions: Typically 14″ W x 16″ D x 10″ H (35.5 cm x 40.6 cm x 25.4 cm).
   • Weight: Around 25-30 kg (55-66 lbs), making it compact enough for most laboratory spaces.

Advantages

1. High Sensitivity:
   • Provides excellent sensitivity and resolution, enabling the detection of low-concentration compounds in complex samples, which is crucial for a wide variety of applications.
2. Ease of Use:
   • The user-friendly interface and automated functions make it accessible for operators with varying levels of experience, reducing the complexity of data collection and analysis.
3. Versatility:
   • The MB3000 is highly adaptable, supporting a wide variety of sampling techniques, making it suitable for many different types of analysis in a diverse range of industries.
4. Rapid Results:
   • Provides fast analysis, enabling real-time decision-making and high-throughput operation, which is particularly useful for industries where time is critical.
5. Compact and Reliable:
   • With a compact design, low maintenance requirements, and high reliability, the MB3000 is ideal for labs that require consistent, high-quality results without a large footprint or complicated upkeep.
6. Cost-Effective:
   • The MB3000 provides high-quality FTIR analysis at a lower cost than traditional large-scale FTIR systems, making it accessible for both routine analysis and research applications.