Imaging spectrograph and scanning monochromator The SureSpectrum imaging spectrograph and scanning monochromator from Bruker Optics features a triple grating turret, standard
motorized slits, and dual exit ports. The instrument is available in 250-mm and 500-mm focal lengths. Bruker Optics, Inc., Billerica, MA; http://www.brukeroptics.com/
XRF inorganic elemental analyzer EDAX's Orbis micro-XRF inorganic elemental analyzer is designed to perform nondestructive measurements that require minimal
sample preparation and provide improved sensitivity over SEM and EDS methods. The analyzer includes a motorized turret for
coaxial sample view and X-ray analysis. Primary beam filters can be used with X-ray optics for micrometer to millimeter spot
elemental analyses. Applications include forensics, materials analysis, failure analysis, and elemental imaging. EDAX Inc., Mahwah, NJ; http://www.edax.com/
DPSS laser Cobolt's Zouk CW DPSS laser is designed for UV-range applications. The 355-nm laser reportedly has an output power of 10 mW
and a TEM00 beam. According to the company, the laser is an alternative to the Ar/Kr-ion UV lines, quasi-CW UV lasers, and
diode lasers for applications such as fluorescence-based bioanalysis, semiconductor inspection, Raman spectroscopy, and microlithography.
Cobolt AB, Stockholm, Sweden; http://www.cobolt.se/
AA spectrophotometers The AA-7000 Series atomic absorption spectrophotometers from Shimadzu are designed with a 3-D optical system for flame and
furnace analysis. According to the company, the instruments achieve flame detection of Pb at 0.015 ppm and furnace detection
of Pb at 0.00005 ppm. The spectrophotometers combine the flame and furnace system mounts in the same compartment. Safety features
include a vibration sensor that extinguishes flames automatically, a multimode automatic gas leak check, automatic air–nitrous
oxide switching, and an argon gas pressure monitor. Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Columbia, MD; http://www.ssi.shimadzu.com/
