Agilent Cary 630 FTIR Spectrometer

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The Agilent Cary 630 FTIR is a small, mid-infrared spectrometer that offers the capabilities of a much larger traditional FTIR spectrometer without the complexity, maintenance requirements, or cost.  This spectrometer uses infrared light, which can be absorbed by solid materials, creating a unique spectral fingerprint.  This enables users to identify the sample's molecular structure and determine the exact quantity of a particular compound in a mixture.  Our system comes equipped with a diamond attenuated total reflectance system, which enables us to analyze powders, pastes, gels, and liquids. 

For details on using this system, please reach out to Michael Sinnwell directly or email matfab-staff@uiowa.edu.

Infrared Spectrum of citric acid

Example of a spectrum collected on the Agilent Cary 630 FTIR spectrometer that was identified by using the chemical spectra library.

Quick Info Box

  • Location:  IATL 198
  • Technology: FTIR with Diamond ATR capabilities, 350-7000 cm-1 with ≤ 2 cm-1 resolution. Library of common organic and pharmaceutical compounds included.
  • Chemical Information: Sample identification, molecular functional groups
  • Samples Supported: powders, pastes, gels, and liquids
  • Managers:  Michael Sinnwell
  • Contact: matfab-staff@uiowa.edu

COMMON APPLICATIONS

  • Pharmaceuticals: drug product identification; quantification of pharmaceutical ingredient concentrations
  • Polymers: Evaluating surface modifications and functionalization; investigations of thermal effects; monitoring additives, comonomer content, branching, and tacticity
  • Energy Sector: Analysis of Lithium Ion Battery (LIB) electrolytes; Biofuel composition; semiconductor metrology

RESERVATION & ACCESS

  • How to Access:
    Contact  Michael Sinnwell directly, or email matfab-staff@uiowa.edu to discuss project design or samples.
  • Training Requirements:
    Required prior to independent use. Training details provided upon request.