Measuring the Future: ATAGO Multi-Wavelength Refractometers Now Available

It is now possible to measure the unmeasurable with an ATAGO multi-wavelength Abbe refractometer

Bellevue, WA (PRWEB) June 18, 2007 -- ATAGO refractometers are known throughout the world for their quality and precision. The celebrated company is the sole manufacturer to offer a multi-wavelength abbe refractometer. They are the only instruments of their kind with the new technology that allows the capacity to measure liquid and solid samples at multiple wavelengths, making them a valuable investment for higher functioning laboratories: these sophisticated refractometers are capable of measuring at any chosen wavelength from an impressively wide range of 450 to 1,550nm.

This innovative instrumentation provides a long-sought solution for companies that have previously been unable to verify the refractive index of specific samples, by breaking the barrier of traditional sodium D-line measurements

Operators can now measure samples at wavelengths invisible to the human eye, with the Near-Infrared Ray Viewer.

The applications for this type of refractometer are myriad. For example, cosmetic companies require measurements at multiple wavelengths to check the quality of the silicone and esters they use in their products. These ingredients are imperative to the effectiveness of the sunscreens in the cosmetics, and testing at multiple wavelengths ensures that the product can block the different wavelengths of UV rays that attack skin cells and cause cancer.

Certain polymer film samples may have composition such that their refractive index cannot be determined at 589nm, the standard wavelength of measurement available on most Abbe refractometers. A multi-wavelength refractometer allows the user to choose the wavelength most appropriate for their sample, and carry out measurements to successfully determine the refractive index of their film.

Other applications for ATAGO's exclusive multi-wavelength refractometers can be found in telecommunications, homeland security, and defense and security.

Features:
- Measure in refractive index (nD) or Abbe number (vd or ve)
- Wide refractive index ranges! Examples using ATAGO's DR-M4/1550:

ATAGO's multi-wavelength refractometers are available in several different models to fully cover the possible sample applications for which the instruments may be used. There is a near-infrared viewer available for samples that fall outside the visible spectrum. The capabilities of these instruments surpass the technology previously available, and increase the possibilities and opportunities for research and development departments everywhere.

For more information on multi-wavelength refractometers and other ATAGO instrumentation, please contact any ATAGO customer service representative via e-mail or call toll free 1-877-ATAGO-USA (1-877-282-4687). Complete product information and literature downloads can be obtained at: www.atago.net.

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