ChiralIR-2X™
The ChiralIR-2X is a dedicated commercial instrument for the measurement of Vibrational Circular Dichroism (VCD). This system has been updated to incorporate all digital processing, DualPEM integration for improved stability and suppression of artifacts, simultaneous monitoring of IR and VCD signals, and a large detector dewar for 36-48-hour continuous measurements.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Bio Tools |
| Product Name |
| ChiralIR-2X™ |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Biological |
| Detection Principle |
| Molecular Spectroscopy; |
| Detection Method |
| Mid-infrared Spectroscopy; |
| Application |
| Bulk Analysis; Laboratory Analysis; Screening; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The ChiralIR-2X is a dedicated commercial instrument for the measurement of Vibrational Circular Dichroism (VCD). This system has been updated to incorporate all digital processing, DualPEM integration for improved stability and suppression of artifacts, simultaneous monitoring of IR and VCD signals, and a large detector dewar for 36-48-hour continuous measurements. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: Bio Tools - ChiralIR-2X™.pdf; |
| Weight |
| <50 lbs.; > 30 lbs |
| Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power |
| Transportability |
| Benchtop/Fixed |
| Ruggedness |
| None |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Available Accessories |
| Optional: MANTIS™ Dual PEM, BioCell™ (CaF2 cell), TempCon™(Temperature Control Unit), SyncRoCell™(Rotating stage) |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| ChiralIR-2X™ Software
Optional: Compute VOA™ Software and Compare VOA™ Software |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Tested For Explosives |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Tested For Narcotics |
| Amenable based on technology
(fentanyl, carfentanil, sufentanil, alfentanil, remifentanil, heroin, ketamine, lorazepam, 3-quinuclidinyl benzilate, U-47700) |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Adaptability |
| Yes; user can add new targets to detector with support |
| Sample Introduction |
| Liquid; Solid |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| % |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <15 minutes; Seconds to minutes depending on sample |
| Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
| Software Control |
| On-board, PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Spectral Range: 4000 to 850 cm-1;
Simultaneous collection of IR & VCD
spectra (AC & DC) |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| 1 year |
