JASCO V-700 Series UV-Visible/NIR Spectrophotometers
Performance, Innovation, Reliability
Introduction
For scientists performing spectral characterization, thermodynamic studies, and quantitative measurements for advanced bio- and materials research, who need confidence in the accuracy and reproducibility of their measurements and rely on the results. The V-700 Series UV-Visible/NIR spectrophotometers provides an excellent optical system with wide wavelength range for a diverse array of applications.
The V-700 Series comprises five distinct models covering the entire spectrum from the far-UV (187 nm) to the near-IR (3200 nm). The compact optical design of the V-700 Series of UV-Visible spectrophotometers significantly reduces the requirement for bench space in the modern laboratory.
Common Features of the V-700 Series
- Compact Design: Significantly reduces bench space requirements.
- Wide Wavelength Range: High energy throughput provides excellent signal-to-noise ratio across the UV-Visible to NIR spectral range.
- Excellent Optical Performance: Sophisticated design reduces noise and stray light for highly accurate measurements.
- High Speed Scanning: Fast scanning without wavelength tracking errors.
- Dark Correction: Features for stray light reduction enabling accurate measurement of strongly absorbing samples.
- Monochromator Step Scanning: Provides reliable peak assignment for samples with narrow peak widths.
- User-Friendly Operation: Spectra ManagerTM Suite for Windows and iRM hand-held controller for comprehensive control, acquisition, and data processing. 21 CFR part 11 compliance available for PC.
- Wide Range of Accessories and Applications software: Over 50 sampling accessories for diverse applications, with IQ Accessory automatically recognizing connected accessories.
- IQ Start: Simple push-button operation for routine measurements, speeding up workflow.
- Regulatory Compliance: Models can be used in GxP compliant laboratories with included USP, EP, and JP validation. IQ/OQ are available.
V-730 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer
A general-purpose double-beam spectrophotometer with a compact, space-saving design. Suitable for routine QC, teaching, and research applications.
System Features
- Double-beam spectrophotometer with single monochromator and silicon photodiode detectors.
- Fixed spectral bandwidth of 1.0 nm for high-resolution measurement.
- High-speed scanning up to 8,000 nm/min.
- Compact dimensions: 440 (W) x 470 (D) x 215 (H) mm.
- Stray light 0.02% for exceptional absorbance linearity up to 3 Abs.
- Wide wavelength range: 190 to 1100 nm.
Performance and Application
Offers an optimal balance between light intensity, signal-to-noise, and resolution, with fast response and rapid monochromator slew speed. Suitable for a broad range of analyses with various sampling accessories and optional programs.
Example spectra showing caffeine absorbance peaks.
Calibration curve demonstrating linear relationship between caffeine concentration and absorbance.
V-730BIO for Life Sciences
Specifically designed for Life Sciences applications, including protein/nucleic acid measurement, temperature ramping/DNA melting analysis, kinetics measurement, and quantitative protein analysis.
V-750 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer
High-resolution UV-Visible spectrophotometer with double-beam, single monochromator.
System Features
- Double-beam spectrophotometer with single monochromator.
- High sensitivity PMT detector for accurate and reproducible measurements.
- Wide wavelength range: 190 to 900 nm.
- Variable spectral bandwidth for high-resolution measurements (down to 0.1 nm).
- High-speed scanning up to 4,000 nm/min (8,000 nm/min in Preview Mode).
- Stray light 0.005%.
- Absorbance linearity to greater than 4 Abs across a wide wavelength range.
Performance and Application
Suitable for all absorbance, transmittance, or reflectance measurements in the UV-visible region, including liquids and solids, with options for specular, absolute, and diffuse reflectance. Photometric linearity extends up to 4 Abs in the UV-Visible region (and up to 5 Abs in the visible region).
Graph illustrating absorbance linearity up to 4 Abs across a wide wavelength range.
Representative spectra of various solutions (Ranitidine hydrochloride, Aluminium Lake, Amaranth, Indigocarmine, NiSO4) measured by the V-750.
V-760 UV-Visible Spectrophotometer
High-resolution UV-Visible double-beam spectrophotometer with double monochromator for Photometric Linearity to greater than 6 Abs.
System Features
- Double-beam spectrophotometer with double monochromator.
- High sensitivity PMT detector.
- Wide wavelength range: 187 to 900 nm.
- Variable spectral bandwidth down to 0.1 nm.
- Low stray light: 0.00008 %.
- High-speed scanning up to 4,000 nm/min (8,000 nm/min in Preview Mode).
Performance and Application
Ideal for applications requiring higher linear dynamic range for absorbance, transmittance, or reflectance measurements in the UV-visible region, including liquids, solids, and with options for specular, absolute, and diffuse reflectance. Supports Step-Scan Measurement for samples with rapidly changing transmittance.
Transmittance spectra of quartz, sapphire, and BK-7 optical materials.
Representative spectra of various solutions (Ranitidine hydrochloride, Aluminium Lake, Amaranth, Indigocarmine, NiSO4) measured by the V-760.
Calibration curves for Ranitidine Hydrochloride and NiSO4 showing linearity.
V-770 UV-Visible/NIR Spectrophotometer
Single monochromator, dual gratings and PbS detector for wide wavelength in the NIR region up to 3200 nm.
System Features
- Double-beam spectrophotometer with single monochromator.
- High sensitivity PMT and PbS detectors.
- UV-Visible and NIR optimized gratings.
- Wide wavelength range: 190 to 2700 nm (3200 nm as option).
- Variable spectral bandwidth.
- High-speed scanning up to 4,000 nm/min (8,000 nm/min in Preview Mode).
- Stray light: 0.005% (UV-visible) to 0.04% and 0.1% (NIR).
Performance and Application
Suitable for absorbance, transmittance, or reflectance measurements from UV-visible to NIR, including liquids, solids, and with options for specular, absolute, and diffuse reflectance. The single monochromator design offers higher optical throughput, beneficial for NIR reflectance measurements.
Spectra comparing the water band in quartz substrate versus anhydrous quartz.
V-780 UV-Visible/NIR Spectrophotometer
Single monochromator, dual gratings and InGaAs detector for enhanced sensitivity in the NIR region up to 1600 nm.
System Features
- Double-beam spectrophotometer with single monochromator.
- High sensitivity PMT and InGaAs detectors.
- UV-Visible and NIR optimized gratings.
- Wide wavelength range: 190 to 1600 nm.
- Variable spectral bandwidth.
- High-speed scanning up to 4,000 nm/min (8,000 nm/min in Preview Mode).
- Stray light: 0.005% (UV-visible) to 0.04% (NIR).
Performance and Application
Offers high sensitivity for UV-visible to NIR measurements, including liquids, solids, and reflectance options. Provides improved sensitivity in the NIR compared to the V-770.
Comparison spectra of a 1.3 µm cut-off filter measured by V-770 and V-780, highlighting improved signal-to-noise ratio for the V-780.
High-resolution transmittance spectrum of CO2 gas, showing overtones and rotational peaks.
Accessories
Temperature Control
A comprehensive range of temperature control accessories is available, including automatic Peltier multi-cell holders (PSC-763, PAC-743, PAC-743R) and single-position holders (EHCS-760, ETCS-761, ETCR-762). Constant temperature cell holders/changers (STR-773, HMC-711, MHT-745, NCP-706) and a mini circulating water bath (CTU-100) are also offered for precise temperature management.
Ambient Accessories
Accessories for ambient measurements include long path cell holders (LSE-701, FSE-702), manual and automatic cell changers (SSE-704, NCP-705), cylindrical cell holders (CYH-708), film holders (FLH-740, FLH-741), and holders for varying sample angles (RSH-744, VTA-752).
Micro Volume
Specialized holders for micro-volume samples include rectangular cell holders with adjustable height (UCB-710), a one-drop measurement unit (SAH-769), micro cell holders (EMC-709, EMC-759), and an 8-position micro turret cell holder (TCH-703).
Optical Fiber Units
Optical fiber accessories (FAV-750, FAN-751, FAP-754) enable measurements of bulky samples or samples in special environments. An external light source interface (ELM-912) is also available.
Integrating Spheres
Integrating spheres are available in 60 mm (ISV-922, ISN-923, ISN-901i) and 150 mm (ILV-924, ILN-925, ILN-902i) diameters for transmittance and reflectance measurements. These include holders for powder (PSH-002, PSH-003) and solid samples (SSH-507). Specialized gemstone (IJV-726, IJN-727, IJN-904i) and horizontal sampling (PIV-756, PIN-757, PIN-903i) spheres, as well as spheres with stirrers (SIV-767, SIN-768) and portable options (HISV-728, HISN-729), are also offered.
Absolute Reflectance
Accessories for manual synchronous (ARV-913, ARN-914, ARN-915i), manual asynchronous (ARSV-916, ARSN-917, ARSN-918i), and automated asynchronous (ARMV-919, ARMN-920, ARMN-921i) absolute reflectance measurements are available. These allow for precise control of sample stage and detector angles, with optional polarizers for advanced analysis.
Specular Reflectance
The SLM-907/SLM-908 accessories measure relative specular reflectance using an aluminum-deposited plane mirror as a reference, suitable for films and larger samples like silicon wafers. Optional sample stages and polarization optics are available.
Autosampler, Sippers & Flow Cells
Automated measurement systems include the ASU-800 Autosampler Unit, compatible with various pumps (NQF-781, NQF-783, NPF-782, ASP-849) and sample racks. Flow cell holders (SFC-712, LFC-713, MFC-714, FIC-715) and an automatic washing unit (AWU-828) enhance workflow efficiency.
Software and Accessories
Spectra ManagerTM Suite
A unified, cross-platform 64-bit Windows software package for controlling a wide range of JASCO spectroscopic instruments. It provides comprehensive instrument control, flexible data display and processing, spectral analysis, reporting tools (JASCO Canvas), and a Macro Command Program for custom applications. Spectra Manager CFR ensures 21 CFR Part 11 compliance with robust security features, electronic signatures, and audit trails.
Standard Measurement Programs
- Spectra Measurement
- Quantitative Measurement
- Time Course Measurement
- Dual-Wavelength Time Course Measurement
- Fixed Wavelength Measurement
- Abs/%T Meter
- Parallel Kinetics Measurement
- Validation
- Daily Check
Optional Programs
Bio Applications
Includes Temperature Control Measurement and DNA Melting Analysis (VWTP-959), Protein/Nucleic Acid Measurement (VWPN-952), and Advanced Kinetic Analysis (VWKN-722). A Bio Package is available for iRM and Spectra Manager.
Interval Measurement
Interval Scan Measurement (VWIS-957) and Temperature Interval Scan Measurement (VWTS-958) facilitate long-term and temperature-dependent studies.
Reflectance Measurement
Programs like Absolute Reflectance Spectra Measurement (VWAM-968), Absolute Reflectance with Variable Incident Angle Measurement (VWAS-969), and Phase Difference Spectra Measurement (VWAP-970) enable detailed optical property analysis.
Material Analysis
Tools for material characterization include Spectrum Diagnosis (VWSD-961), Multi-Layer Film Thickness Analysis (VWML-791), and Band Gap Calculation (VWBG-773).
Quantitation and Chemometrics
Advanced quantitative analysis is supported by Spectrum Quantitative Measurement (VWQM-978), Spectral Quantitative (VWSQ-776), CLS Quantitative Measurement (VWCL-954), PCR Quantitative Measurement (VWPC-955), PLS Quantitative Measurement (VWPL-956), and PCA Analysis (VWPA-785).
Color Analysis
Comprehensive color analysis is provided through Color Evaluation (VWCD-960), Computer Color Matching Analysis (VWCM-795), ASTM Color Analysis (VWAC-974), Saybolt Color Analysis (VWSC-975), and Luminous Color Measurement (VWLU-963).
Solar Measurement and Sun Protection
Programs for evaluating solar properties include Solar Transmittance/Reflectance Measurement (VWST-964), SPF/PA Calculation (VWSP-966), UPF Measurement (VWUP-967), and UV Shield Factor Calculation (VWSE-798).
Haze and Turbidity Measurement
Chromaticity/Turbidity Measurement (VWWQ-953) and Sample Haze Calculation (VWHZ-965) are available for analyzing optical clarity.
iRM-1000 Intelligent Remote Module
The iRM-1000 features a color LCD touch screen for intuitive operation, data acquisition, processing, and reporting. It supports standard measurement programs, analysis programs, and the optional Bio Package. Data can be easily transferred to a PC via USB memory. It also integrates IQ Accessory and IQ Start functionality for enhanced usability.
Specifications Summary
| Model | Wavelength Range | Spectral Bandwidth (SBW) | Stray Light | Dimensions (WxDxH) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-730 | 190-1100 nm | 1.0 nm fixed | 0.02 % (at 220 nm) | 486x441x216 mm | 15 kg |
| V-750 | 190-900 nm | 0.1-10 nm variable | 0.005 % (at 220 nm) | 460x602x268 mm | 27 kg |
| V-760 | 187-900 nm | 0.1-10 nm variable | 0.00008 % (at 220 nm) | 460x602x268 mm | 29 kg |
| V-770 | 190-2700 nm (3200 nm option) | UV-Vis: 0.1-10 nm, NIR: 0.2-40 nm variable | UV-Vis: 0.005 %, NIR: 0.04%-0.1 % | 460x602x268 mm | 29 kg |
| V-780 | 190-1600 nm | UV-Vis: 0.1-10 nm, NIR: 0.2-20 nm variable | UV-Vis: 0.005 %, NIR: 0.04 % | 460x602x268 mm | 29 kg |
Contact Information
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