Submicron Spectroscopy in 2018

The field of IR microscopy has completely changed thanks to innovations brought to the surface science community by the American manufacturer, Anasys Instruments. This nanoscale spectroscopy company are credited with the invention of the Mirage IR microscope, something which is set to change the way of which submicron spectroscopy is achieved, as well as make it far more accessible to both academia and industry.

What exactly can be achieved with the Mirage IR compared to other forms of infrared spectroscopy, though? The answer is quite a lot. For instance, submicron spectroscopy with the Mirage IR eliminates the need for thin sections and thin samples, by achieving wholly wavelength independent spatial resolution. This has never been achieved by Anasys or indeed, any other manufacturer before, and means that highly sensitive and very precise infrared measurements are obtainable.

This breakthrough courtesy of Anasys is further complimented by the fact that the transmission quality of the absorption spectra is presented in reflection mode – enabling laboratories and industries to get real, viable results, without resorting to arduous means (which can quite often absorb the time saved via the utilisation of thicker samples.)

Any laboratory or industry plant can quite easily see the benefits that the Mirage IR brings to the table, by the virtue of dramatically less time is spent on samples. The Mirage IR, and its ability to dramatically simplify sample preparation means that measurement of thicker samples is very possible, as well as rapid improvements to measurement turnaround times.

Essentially, implementation of the Mirage IR will enable professionals of all degrees to better utilise their time, and get better, far more viable results in their testing. Supply of the Anasys Instruments Mirage IR to the UK is through the well-respected vacuum, surface science and nanoscience specialist, Scanwel, a recognised distributor of Anasys instruments as well as a notable manufacturer of custom fabrications.

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