Analytical Spectral Devices, Inc., Introduces FieldSpec® 3, the Next Generation of Field Spectroradiometers

Boulder, CO (PRWEB) October 26, 2005

Analytical Spectral Devices, Inc. (ASD), the world leader in field portable spectroradiometers announces the release of the new FieldSpec® 3, the next generation in field spectroradiometers. With all of the power and functionality of the benchmark FieldSpec® Pro — times three — FieldSpec® 3 offers significantly expanded functionality, including Ethernet and wireless connectivity for remote data collection of up to 150’ feet away from the computer. The FieldSpec® 3, with its more compact, rugged, and lighter weight design promises improved ease of handling in the field. FieldSpec® 3 also comes standard with several cable management options and increased built-in diagnostics, including the all new ASD FiberChecker™ and detector stability indicators.

FieldSpec® 3 is a user friendly, field portable, precision instrument with a full spectral range (350-2500 nm) and rapid data collection (1/10th of a second per spectrum). The new LabVIEW® interface expands the power and capabilities of the updated RS3™ software, enabling automation of data collection and ease of use for a wide variety of applications. The improved instrument design combined with the new wireless connectivity takes portability and flexibility to a higher level, allowing users to perform applications never before possible.

Founded in 1990, Analytical Spectral Devices manufactures cost-effective, precision, transportable and field-portable, laboratory-quality Vis/NIR spectrometers, spectroradiometers, spectrophotometers and corresponding software and accessories. ASD’s instruments perform well in a range of environmental conditions, in and outside the laboratory, and have applications in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, analytical chemistry, mining, grain, food and dairy, remote sensing, pulp and paper industries world-wide. For more information, please contact Amanda Griffin, Analytical Spectral Devices, 5335 Sterling Dr., Suite A, Boulder, CO, 80301; 303/444-6522, 303/444-6825 (fax); http://www.asdi.com.

Contact:    

Amanda Griffin

Marketing Communications Manager

Analytical Spectral Devices

303.444.6522 Ext. 129

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