Monochromator / Imaging Spectrograph

A monochromator is a device used to produce monochromatic light in order to determine the optical characteristics of a particular material. Many types of spectrometers and spectrophotometers rely on monochromators for light production of a uniform wavelength. In a basic monochromator setup, light is passed through a slit and bounced off of a mirror where it hits a dispersion element. The dispersion element is either a prism (reflected light) or a diffraction grating (refracted light). The dispersed light is then passed through another slit which only allows one wavelength of light to pass through. In an imaging spectrograph, the slit is replaced with a detector such as a CCD camera.

Some things to consider when purchasing a monochromator:

  • Dispersion element: whether it is a prism or diffraction grating
  • Wavelength range: most will cover the visible spectrum, but some will go beyond into the UV or IR spectra ranges
  • Sectral resolution
  • Signal-to-noise ratio

Click on the links below to compare Monochromator / Imaging Spectrograph systems from various manufacturers:

CompanyZolix Instruments Co., Ltd.Zolix Instruments Co., Ltd.
ItemOmni-Lambda Monochromators and SpectrographsOmni-iSpecT High performance Raman Spectrometer
Catalog NumberOmni-Lambda 200i / Omni-Lambda 300i / Omni-Lambda 500i / Omni-Lambda 750iOmni-iSpecT
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DescriptionOmni-? Series of imaging spectrographs and monochromators from Zolix Instruments are profession standard for researchers who demand the highest quality data. Zolix spectrographs and monochromators feature a very flexible design that can be configured for a wide range of applications & spectral range... Read MoreCombining volume phase holographic (VPH) grating, wavelength optimized optics and deep-cooled CCD camera, Zolix is proud to present stateof-the-art Omni-iSpecT Raman spectrograph. It solves two essential problems concerned with Raman spectroscopy, speed and sensitivity. VPH spectrograph allows you ... Read More
TypeCzerny-Turner SpectrographInquire
Focal Length200 to 750 mmInquire
Spectral Resolution0.09 to 0.28 nm0.25 nm
Dispersion1.1 to 3.6 nm/mmInquire
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