Spectrometers
Explore Our Suite of Spectrometers
Save time and space with our suite of spectrometers. These innovative, easy-to-use instruments have a small footprint and collect data within seconds. In addition, they can be used in chemistry, biology, and physics classes at both the high school and college level.
Our spectrometers offer a robust set of capabilities, including
- Full spectrum analysis of samples in seconds
- Beer’s law analysis (e.g., absorbance vs. concentration)
- Kinetics experiments (e.g., absorbance vs. time)
- Various modes of data collection (absorbance, %transmittance, fluorescence, and emissions)
With our spectrometers, data can be collected and analyzed using our LabQuest 2, LabQuest 3, or free Vernier Spectral Analysis® software, which allows users to spend less time learning different interfaces and more time in the laboratory. Plus, Vernier Spectral Analysis works with Chromeâ„¢, iOS, Androidâ„¢, Windows®, and macOSâ„¢ via Bluetooth® wireless technology or USB.Â
Go Direct® SpectroVis® Plus Spectrophotometer
The Go Direct SpectroVis Plus Spectrophotometer is an affordable way to introduce your students to spectroscopy. Its battery power and compact size make it a great option for field applications.
- Wavelength range: 380–950 nm
- Absorbance light source: Incandescent
- Fluorescence light sources: 2 fixed LEDs centered at 405 nm and 500 nm
- Absorbance photometric accuracy: ± 0.1 A.U.
- Spectrometer modes available: Absorbance, %transmittance, fluorescence, emissions (fiber optic sold separately)
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Go Direct® Visible Spectrophotometer
$1,899.00
Go Direct Visible Spectrophotometer
The Go Direct Visible Spectrophotometer is a robust, portable visible spectrophotometer. It uses a quality optical bench, which allows for high accuracy and reproducibility, making this visible spectrophotometer an ideal option for upper-level courses.
- Wavelength range: 380 nm–950 nm
- Absorbance light source: Incandescent
- Absorbance photometric accuracy: ± 0.05 A.U.
- Spectrometer modes available: Absorbance, %transmittance, emissions (fiber optic sold separately)
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Go Direct® UV-VIS Spectrophotometer
$2,499.00
Go Direct UV-VIS Spectrophotometer
The Go Direct UV-VIS Spectrophotometer generates full spectra, Beer’s law data, and kinetic traces of ultraviolet and visible-absorbing samples (such as aspirin, DNA, proteins, and NADH).
- Wavelength range: 220–850 nm
- Absorbance light sources: Deuterium (UV) and incandescent (VIS)
- Absorbance photometric accuracy: ± 0.05 A.U.
- Spectrometer modes available: Absorbance, %transmittance, emissions (fiber optic sold separately)
Go Direct Fluorescence/UV-VIS Spectrophotometer
The Go Direct Fluorescence/UV-VIS Spectrophotometer measures fluorescence and absorbance spectra of a diverse array of samples, such as quinine sulfate, fluorescein, chlorophyll, and fluorescent proteins.
- Wavelength range: 220–850 nm
- Absorbance light sources: Deuterium (UV) and incandescent (VIS)
- Fluorescence light source: Exchangeable LED (ships with 375 nm, 450 nm, and 525 nm)
- Absorbance photometric accuracy: ± 0.05 A.U.
- Spectrometer modes available: Absorbance, %transmittance, fluorescence, emissions (fiber optic sold separately)
Go Direct Emissions Spectrometer
With the Go Direct Emissions Spectrometer, students can conduct emissions analysis; measure spectra of light-emitting samples; and examine emissions spectra of light bulbs, spectrum tubes, or the sun.
- Wavelength range: 350–950 nm
- Optical resolution: 3.0 nm (as determined by the full width of half maximum of hydrogen 434 nm peak)
- Spectrometer modes available: Emissions (fiber optic sold separately)
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Vernier Flash Photolysis Spectrometer
$5,899.00
Vernier Flash Photolysis Spectrometer
The Vernier Flash Photolysis Spectrometer is a simple, user-friendly device for demonstrating the fundamental principles of chemical kinetics and photochemistry to undergraduate chemistry students. It measures the absorption and emission changes over time of a photoexcited sample at a single wavelength.
Note: This spectrometer works with USB and Windows only.
- Wavelength range: 450–750 nm
- Light sources: Xenon flash lamp and white light LED; filters for wavelength selection
- Temporal resolution: 100 microseconds
- Spectrometer modes available: Excited state absorbance and emission
Which Model Should I Buy?
Deciding which spectrometer to buy depends on what samples and experiments you plan to investigate.
Download Our Free Vernier Spectral Analysis® App
With Vernier Spectral Analysis, students can collect a full spectrum and explore topics such as Beer’s law, enzyme kinetics, plant pigments, and Planck’s constant.