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Investigation of Additives in Plastics by FTIR-ATR Spectroscopy

18 Dec 2013

Commercially available plastic products contain polymers, such as polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), as their main components, in addition to various trace component s that are added to enhance performance and maintain quality. This application note introduces an evaluation of additives used in plastic bags taking advantage of the high S/N ratio of the Shimadzu FTIR IRTracer-100 spectrophotometer.

IRTracer-100 FTIR Spectrophotometer

Shimadzu Corporation

Combining high speed, sensitivity and resolution with enhanced expandability and easy-to-use software, the IRTracer-100 quickly and easily obtains high-quality data for samples in such fields as pharmaceuticals, foods, chemicals and electronics.   Optimized for network applications, LabSolutions IR Software features an intuitive user interface, an extensive library of spectra, and a high-performance search function. User-friendly macro functions automate routine work for enhanced work efficiency. In addition, numerous optional programs are available to address all modern laboratory needs. The IRTracer-100 can be customized with a variety of software and hardware options to meet specific application requirements. These include contaminant analysis and identification test programs, time-course analysis and 3-D mapping software, an infrared microscope, near/far IR kits, and a variety of ATR accessories. IRTracer-100 FTIR Spectrophotometer Features: High Speed: Up to 20 spectra/second acquisitions High Sensitivity: Best-in-class 60,000:1 S/N ratio High Resolution: 0.25cm-1 resolution suitable for high-precision gas analysis Easy Maintenance: Automatic Dehumidifier and Advanced Dynamic Alignment features Outstanding Reliability: Self-diagnostics and validation routine

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