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Thermo Scientific™ Nicolet™ Apex FTIR Spectrometer with ATR
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| Application | Spectrophotometry | Warranty | 1 Year |
| Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
| Product Type | Analytical Instrument | ||
| Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™ | ||
| Product Grade | Analytical grade | ||
Advanced FTIR Performance for QC, R&D, Pharmaceutical, Forensic, and Analytical Laboratories
The Thermo Scientific™ Nicolet™ Apex FTIR Spectrometer is an advanced Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) system designed to deliver exceptional analytical performance, operational simplicity, and regulatory compliance. Whether in quality control, R&D, materials verification, pharmaceuticals, forensics, academia, or analytical service laboratories, the Nicolet Apex FTIR provides unmatched confidence in material identification and quantification.
Built around the state-of-the-art LightDrive™ Optical Engine, the Apex spectrometer offers long-term stability, precise spectral accuracy, and next-generation signal-to-noise performance. Its compact, robust design supports demanding workflows while maintaining ease of use for operators of any skill level. With integrated health monitoring, cloud connectivity, and the largest FTIR spectral library collection available, the Nicolet Apex FTIR is a complete solution for modern laboratory environments.
Key System Benefits
1. High-Performance FTIR Platform
- Equipped with the LightDrive™ Optical Engine for superior reproducibility and long operational lifetime.
- High energy throughput and non-migrating hotspot IR source ensure consistent, repeatable spectra.
- Solid-state, temperature-controlled diode laser enhances wavenumber precision and stability.
2. Intuitive and Powerful Software Ecosystem
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OMNIC™ Paradigm Desktop Software provides:
- Visual workflow builder with drag-and-drop tools
- Live spectral preview and data acquisition monitoring
- One-click library creation
- Embedded spectral processing tools (baseline, smoothing, Kramers-Kronig, normalization, peak area/height, chemometrics, Beer’s Law, PLS/CLS models)
- Smart Background mode cuts measurement time by up to 50%
- Reporting templates exportable to Microsoft Office
- Automated workflow creation based on spectral processing history
- OMNIC™ Anywhere Cloud Software enables remote data review and processing from any connected device.
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OMNIC™ Security Suite ensures full data integrity and compliance with:
- 21 CFR Part 11
- GLP/GMP
- Electronic signatures and audit trails
- User permission management and system-level audit logs
3. Regulatory & Performance Verification
- Automated verification workflows meet ASTM E1421 requirements and support full IQ/OQ documentation.
- Internal NIST-traceable polystyrene reference film (1.5 mil) ensures long-term accuracy.
- Full compliance with USP, EP, JP, CP pharmacopeia standards.
Analytical Capabilities
The Nicolet Apex FTIR is designed to handle a wide range of applications, including:
- Raw material verification
- Failure analysis and contamination studies
- Polymer, pharmaceutical, and chemical identification
- Mixture analysis and quantitative measurements
- Surface analysis using ATR
- Liquid and solid transmission spectroscopy
Its powerful combination of hardware and software enables laboratories to quickly validate instrument performance, identify unknown substances, quantify multi-component mixtures, and create custom workflows—even for novice users.
System Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Spectral Range | 7,800–350 cm⁻¹ (KBr configuration) |
| Spectral Resolution | Better than 0.25 cm⁻¹ |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Guaranteed 50,000:1 (Typ. 60,000:1) |
| Wavenumber Precision | 0.0008 cm⁻¹ at 2000 cm⁻¹ |
| Wavenumber Accuracy | 0.02 cm⁻¹ at 2000 cm⁻¹ |
| Max Collection Speed | 40 spectra/s at 16 cm⁻¹ |
| IR Source | LightDrive non-migrating hotspot source |
| Laser | Solid-state diode, temperature-controlled |
| Background Collection | Standard, user-initiated |
| Software | OMNIC Paradigm + OMNIC Anywhere Cloud |
| Compliance | 21 CFR Part 11, USP, EP, JP, CP, ASTM E1421 |
Included Accessories & Sampling Modules
1. Standard Transmission Kit (Liquids & Solids)
- Tools for preparing KBr pellets
- Mull kits for solid grinding and suspension
- Liquid transmission cells for qualitative/quantitative analysis
- Protective padded storage case
2. ATR – ValPro Qualified Smart iTX Module
- XR Diamond Crystal Plate for robust, long-life ATR sampling
- Smart iTX optical base
- Polystyrene ATR standard with certificate
- Ideal for routine solids/liquids and unknown identification
3. Additional ATR Plate
- Ge Crystal Plate, compatible with iTX/iD7/Everest ATR bases
- Enhances analysis of strongly absorbing or reflective samples
Why Choose Nicolet Apex FTIR?
- Designed for routine QC and advanced R&D environments
- Outstanding optical performance with LightDrive™ technology
- Easy operation for any skill level
- Cloud-connected workflow and advanced data management
- Complete regulatory compliance package
- Largest FTIR library ecosystem available
The Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer is the ideal solution for laboratories that require robust, reproducible, and regulatory-compliant infrared analysis while maximizing productivity and reducing training time.
The Thermo Scientific™ Nicolet™ Apex FTIR Spectrometer represents a new standard in infrared spectroscopy—combining next-generation optical stability, intelligent software, regulatory compliance, and unmatched ease of use. Its broad spectral range, exceptional sensitivity, advanced automation, and comprehensive sampling options make it the perfect choice for laboratories focused on precision, productivity, and confident material identification. Whether for high-throughput quality control or complex research challenges, the Apex FTIR provides the reliability and advanced capability required to meet today’s analytical demands.