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FI-RXMo100

FI-RXMo100 Portable FTIR Spectrometer

A self-contained portable FTIR spectrometer for identifying unknown substances in the field, built into a carry case: benchtop-class spectral coverage and resolution, a single-reflection diamond ATR, a 10-inch touch screen and 4 hours on battery. Results in seconds, with no sample preparation.

500–5000 cm⁻¹

Spectral range

1 cm⁻¹

Spectral resolution

4 h

Battery runtime

10 kg

Weight

FI-RXMo100 Portable FTIR Spectrometer
Best for: Incident response, criminal investigation and drug enforcement — explosives, narcotics and unknown chemicals on site.

Overview

About the FI-RXMo100

Fourier-transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy is a widely used, non-destructive method for analysing organic and inorganic substances, usually from a very small amount of sample. Unknowns are identified by comparison with reference spectra in a library, and ATR (attenuated total reflection) simplifies sample preparation and makes the analysis of solids and liquids quick and easy.

Every chemical has a characteristic infrared spectrum that identifies it as uniquely as a fingerprint. The FI-RXMo100 is a portable FTIR spectrometer built to identify unknown toxic and hazardous substances quickly in harsh environments.

Unlike other portable instruments, it offers the performance of a benchtop FTIR — wide spectral coverage and high spectral resolution. It serves as a general-purpose analyser for powders and liquids or as a dedicated instrument. The 10-inch touch screen makes operation simple, the extensive fingerprint library identifies unknowns quickly, and users can easily add the substances that matter to them.

Designed for incident scenes, explosions, chemical accidents, medical and sanitary incidents, earthquakes and fires, and laboratory research on unknown substances, it samples unknown chemicals on site and identifies solids, liquids, powders and viscous samples within seconds. Every component is built into a portable carry case: ready at switch-on, simple to operate and quick to give a result on site, with automatic data storage for later retrieval and printing. It works in the field for emergencies or moves around the laboratory.

Features

  • Identifies unknown chemical or biological samples quickly
  • Works in harsh environments
  • Simple to use, with no specialist training
  • Detects and identifies samples anywhere
  • No sample preparation
  • Libraries can be added at any time
  • Results in seconds

In use

  • On-site detection with short analysis times — no waiting for laboratory results
  • Simple software: no specialist training, ready for duty
  • Operators without a specialist background can analyse sample composition clearly and accurately
  • No sample preparation — direct analysis on site
  • Networked library updates: fast, convenient and simple
  • Rapid identification of explosives and drugs, prohibited items and common medicines
  • On-site screening saves time and improves efficiency

Applications

Criminal investigation

  • Rapid on-site analysis and detection of explosives: black powder, ammonium nitrate explosives, TNT, RDX, PETN
  • Rapid on-site evidence collection for dangerous goods

Drug enforcement

  • Drug analysis: morphine, heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine
  • New designer drugs

Technical Specifications

FI-RXMo100 Specifications

Spectrometer

InterferometerCube-corner Michelson interferometer
IR sourceAir-cooled ceramic source
BeamsplitterZnSe
DetectorHigh-sensitivity DLaTGS
Spectral range500–5000 cm⁻¹
Spectral resolution1 cm⁻¹
SamplingSingle-reflection diamond ATR — wear-resistant, corrosion-resistant, easy to clean
Reference librariesInfrared libraries for white powders, explosives, hazardous chemicals, common chemicals, pesticides, drugs, gases and more

System

PC and controller10-inch touch screen, operated by finger or stylus; built-in computer optional; Windows 10; standard USB Type-C port
PowerBuilt-in battery, 4 hours of continuous operation; can run from an external 18–24 V vehicle battery
Charger100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz, 20 W; 18–24 V optional
Operating conditions−5 to 40 °C; 0–100 % RH
Weight10 kg
Dimensions41 × 32 × 17 cm

Figures

Photos, Drawings and Spectra

FI-RXMo100 portable FTIR measuring liquids and solids, and its desiccant replacement window
Measuring liquids, measuring solids and powders, and the desiccant replacement window.
Infrared absorbance spectra of 5-aminotetrazole and methamphetamine
Example spectra: 5-aminotetrazole (top) and methamphetamine (bottom).

Datasheet

Full specification sheet for the FI-RXMo100.

Configure the FI-RXMo100 for your samples

Tell us what you need to measure and we will put together the configuration and a quotation.