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Mini-spectrometer
TF series
C13555MA
Compact and thin, built-in high-sensitivity
CMOS image sensor
The mini-spectrometer TF series is a polychromator provided in a compact, thin case that houses optical elements, image sensor,
and driver circuit. Spectrum data can be acquired by guiding measurement light into a mini-spectrometer through an optical fiber
and transferring the measured results to a PC via the USB connection. The incorporation of a high-sensitivity CMOS image sensor
maintains high sensitivity equivalent to that of a CCD and achieves low power consumption. Moreover, the trigger function that
can be also used for short-term integration enables spectroscopic measurement of pulse emissions.
The product includes free evaluation software with functions for setting measurement conditions, acquiring and saving data,
drawing graphs, and so on. Furthermore, the DLL function specifications are disclosed, so users can create their original measurement software programs.
Features
Applications
Compact, thin case
Visible light source testing
High-sensitivity CMOS image sensor built in
(high sensitivity equivalent to that of a CCD)
With a trigger function
Color measurement
High throughput using quartz transmission grating
Highly accurate optical characteristics
External power supply not necessary (USB bus powered)
Installable in equipment
Stores wavelength conversion factor*1 in internal memory
*1: A conversion factor for converting the image sensor pixel number into a wavelength. A calculation factor for converting the A/D
converted count into the input light level is not provided.
Optical characteristics
Parameter
Spectral response range
Typ.
Spectral resolution
(FWHM)*2
Max.
Wavelength reproducibility*3
Wavelength temperature dependence
Spectral stray light*2 *4
Specification
340 to 830
2.3
3.0
-0.2 to +0.2
-0.04 to +0.04
-33 max.
Unit
nm
nm
nm
nm/°C
dB
*2: When the slit in the table in “ Structure” is used. The spectral resolution depends on the slit.
*3: Measured under constant light input conditions
*4: The ratio of the count measured when an 800 nm light is input to the count measured when an 800 ± 40 nm light is input.
Electrical characteristics
Parameter
A/D conversion
Integration time
Interface
USB bus power current
consumption
Typ.
Max.
Specification
16
11 to 100000
USB 2.0
220
250
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Unit
bit
μs
mA
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Structure
Parameter
Dimensions (W × D × H)
Weight
Image sensor
Number of pixels
Slit*5 (H × V)
NA*6
Connector for optical fiber
Specification
80 × 60 × 12
90
High-sensitivity CMOS linear image sensor
512
25 × 250
0.22
SMA905
Unit
mm
g
pixels
μm
-
Value
+5 to +50
-20 to +70
Unit
°C
°C
*5: Input slit aperture size
*6: Numeric aperture (solid angle)
Absolute maximum ratings
Parameter
Operating temperature*7
Storage temperature*7
*7: No dew condensation
When there is a temperature difference between a product and the surrounding area in high humidity environment, dew condensation
may occur on the product surface. Dew condensation on the product may cause deterioration in characteristics and reliability.
Note: Exceeding the absolute maximum ratings even momentarily may cause a drop in product quality. Always be sure to use the
product within the absolute maximum ratings.
Spectral response (typical example)
Spectral resolution vs. wavelength (typical example)
(Ta=25 °C)
1.2
2.5
Spectral resolution (nm)
Relative sensitivity
1.0
0.8
0.6
0.4
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
0.2
0
300
(Ta=25 °C)
3.0
400
500
600
700
800
900
0
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
Wavelength (nm)
Wavelength (nm)
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100000
15
10000
A/D output
10
5
1000
0
100
-5
-10
10
1
0.1
Typical example of A/D output
Ideal A/D output
Difference between ideal value and typical example
1
10
-15
-20
100
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Dark output vs. temperature (typical example)
(Integration time=100 ms)
60000
A/D output (averaged over all pixels)
Linearity (typical example)
Difference between ideal value and typical example (%)
Mini-spectrometer
50000
40000
30000
20000
10000
0
0
10
20
30
40
50
Ambient temperature (°C)
Integration time (ms)
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A/D output is the output with dark output
subtracted when light is input. The difference
between the ideal value and typical example
contains a measurement error. The smaller the
A/D output, the larger the measurement error.
A/D output is the sum of the sensor and circuit
offset outputs and the sensor dark output.
Optical component layout
The mini-spectrometer TF series employs a transmission holographic grating made of quartz and an optical system arranged on a robust
optical base to produce high throughput and highly accurate optical characteristics.
Focus lens
Transmission grating
Image sensor
Collimating lens
Input slit
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Connection example (transmitted light measurement)
Spectrum data can be acquired by guiding measurement light into a mini-spectrometer through an optical fiber and transferring the measured results to a PC via the USB connection. Since there are no moving parts inside the device, constantly stable measurements can be expected. Moreover, the optical guiding section uses an optical fiber making connection to the measured object flexible.
PC
UV-visible fiber light source
(deuterium lamp + halogen lamp)
L10290
USB
cable
Mini-spectrometer
Fiber
Quartz cell
(for holding liquid sample)
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Trigger operation modes
In the C13555MA, the following trigger operation modes are available. You can switch between these modes from the evaluation software supplied with the C13555MA.
(1) Asynchronous data measurement at software trigger input
(2) Synchronous data measurement at software trigger input
The first piece of digital data that is converted after a software trigger
is applied from the PC is acquired.
Sensor operation (integration) starts when a software trigger is applied
from the PC.
Software trigger
Software trigger
Software trigger
Measurement cycle
Software trigger
Measurement cycle
Charge integration
Charge integration
Charge readout
(A/D conversion)
Charge readout
(A/D conversion)
Digital data
Digital data
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(3) Asynchronous data measurement at external trigger input
(4) Synchronous data measurement at external trigger input
The first piece of digital data that is converted after an external trigger
edge (rising or falling edge can be specified) is applied to the external
trigger terminal is acquired.
Sensor operation (integration) starts when an external trigger edge
(rising or falling edge can be specified) is applied to the external trigger terminal, and then the digital data is acquired.
Trigger input
(for falling edge)
Trigger input
(for falling edge)
Measurement cycle
Measurement cycle
Charge integration
Charge integration
Charge readout
(A/D conversion)
Charge readout
(A/D conversion)
Digital data
Digital data
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(5) Asynchronous data measurement at external trigger input level
(6) Synchronous data measurement at external trigger input level
Digital data is acquired when an external trigger (high level or low
level can be specified) is applied to the external trigger terminal.
Sensor operation (integration) starts when a trigger (high level or low
level can be specified) is applied to the external trigger terminal, and
then the digital data is acquired.
Trigger input
(for high level)
Trigger input
(for low level)
Measurement cycle
Measurement cycle
Charge integration
Charge integration
Charge readout
(A/D conversion)
Charge readout
(A/D conversion)
Digital data
Digital data
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In any of the modes 1 to 6, if the trigger input cycle is shorter than the measurement cycle of the spectrometer, the input trigger is ignored.
(7) External trigger signal output
The start timing (pulse width: 10 μs) of integration can be output
from the external trigger terminal (trigger output edge: rising or
falling edge can be specified).
Measurement cycle
Charge integration
Charge readout
(A/D conversion)
Digital data
Trigger input
(for rising edge)
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Evaluation software (accessory)
By installing the evaluation software (SpecEvaluationUSB2.exe)*8
into a PC, you can perform the following basic operations.
· Acquire and save measured data
· Set measurement conditions
· Module information acquisition (wavelength conversion factor,
mini-spectrometer type, etc.)
· Display graphs
· Arithmetic functions
Pixel number to wavelength conversion
Calculation in comparison with reference data (transmittance, reflectance)
Dark subtraction
Gaussian approximation (peak position and count, FWHM)
Note: Up to eight mini-spectrometers can be connected to a single PC.
*8: Compatible OS
Microsoft® Windows® 7 Professional SP1 (32-bit, 64-bit)
Microsoft® Windows® 8 Professional (32-bit, 64-bit)
A DLL for controlling the hardware is available.
Users can develop original measurement programs using the following development platform.
Microsoft® Visual Studio® 2008 (SP1) Visual C++®
Microsoft® Visual Studio® 2008 (SP1) Visual Basic®
Note: Microsoft, Windows, Visual Studio, Visual C++, and Visual Basic are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Dimensional outline (unit: mm)
Trigger connector
75.0
(4 ×) M3 tap depth 6
55.0
35.0
60.0
80.0
Micro USB
SMA connector
8.5
12.0
Tolerance unless otherwise noted: ±0.5
Weight: 90 g
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Accessories
·
·
USB cable
Dedicated software (evaluation software, sample software, DLL)
Options (sold separately)
·
Input optical fiber
Type no.
A9762-01
A9762-05
·
Core diameter
(μm)
Product name
Fiber for UV/visible range
(resistance to UV)
600
400
Specification
NA=0.22, length=1.5 m, low cost
With SMA905D connector on each end
NA=0.22, length=1.5 m, small bending radius at fiber section
With SMA905D connector on each end
Coaxial cable for external trigger input A12763
Dimensional outline (unit: mm)
1500
+50
0
1.5C-QEW
MMCX-P-178B/U (40)
BNC-J-178/U
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Mini-spectrometer lineup
Type no.
Type
C10082CAH
TM-UV/VIS-CCD
High resolution
C10082MD
C10083CA
C10083CAH
Mini-spectrometer
TM series
C10082CA
TM-UV/VIS-CCD
High sensitivity
TM-VIS/NIR-MOS-II
Trigger-compatible
Mini-spectrometer
TG series
TG-UV-CCD
High resolution
C11482GA
Non-cooled type
C13053MA
C13054MA
C13555MA
C11007MA
C11008MA
Back-thinned CCD
image sensor
CMOS linear
image sensor
3
200 to 400
1*
500 to 1100
500 to 600
790 to 920
Back-thinned CCD
image sensor
5
(λ=550 to 900 nm)
IR-enhanced
back-thinned CCD
image sensor
0.3*
Back-thinned CCD
image sensor
0.3*
IR-enhanced
back-thinned CCD
image sensor
Mini-spectrometer
TG series
TG2-NIR
Mini-spectrometer Mini-spectrometer
RC series
TF series
C11118GA
Image sensor
8
(λ=320 to 900 nm) Back-thinned CCD
image sensor
1*
(λ=320 to 900 nm)
CMOS linear
8
image sensor
High-sensitivity CMOS
8
linear image sensor
320 to 1000
TG-RAMAN-I
High resolution
TG-RAMAN-II
High resolution
C9914GB
1*
6
TG-SWNIR-CCD-II
IR-enhanced
C11714CB
C9913GC
200 to 800
TG-UV-CCD
High sensitivity
C9404CA
Spectral resolution
max.
(nm)
6
TM-VIS/NIR-CCD
High resolution
C11697MB
C11713CA
Spectral response range (nm)
800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200 2400 2600
600
TM-VIS/NIR-CCD
High sensitivity
TM-VIS/NIR-MOS
Wide dynamic range
C9405CB
400
TM-UV/VIS-MOS
Wide dynamic range
C10083MD
C9404CAH
200
7
900 to 1700
TG-cooled NIR-I
Low noise (cooled type)
7
TG-cooled NIR-II
Low noise (cooled type)
1100 to 2200
TG-cooled NIR-III
Low noise (cooled type)
900 to 2550
TF-SWIR-MOS-II
500 to 1100
Compact, thin case
TF-RAMAN
790 to 920
Compact, thin case
TF-VIS-MOS-II
340 to 830
Compact, thin case
RC-VIS-MOS
340 to 780
Spectrometer module
RC-SWNIR-MOS
640 to 1050
Spectrometer module
8
InGaAs linear
image sensor
20
3.5
0.4*
High-sensitivity
CMOS linear
image sensor
3
9
CMOS linear
image sensor
8
IR-enhanced
CMOS linear
image sensor
Spectral resolution
max.
(nm)
Image sensor
9
CMOS linear
image sensor
8
IR-enhanced
CMOS linear
image sensor
Spectral resolution
max.
(nm)
Image sensor
20
CMOS linear
image sensor
15
CMOS linear
image sensor
15
High-sensitivity
CMOS linear
image sensor
* Typ.
For installation into mobile measuring equipment
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C11010MA
Type
Mini-spectrometer
RC series
Type no.
200
RC-VIS-MOS
400
Spectral response range (nm)
800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200 2400 2600
600
340 to 780
Spectrometer head
RC-SWNIR-MOS
640 to 1050
Spectrometer head
For installation into mobile measuring equipment (ultra-compact)
C11708MA
C12666MA
C12880MA
Type
MicroMini-spectrometer
spectrometer MS series
Type no.
MS-SWNIR-MOS
Spectrometer head
Spectrometer head
Spectrometer head
200
400
600
Spectral response range (nm)
800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200 2400 2600
640 to 1050
340 to 780
340 to 850
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TF series
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Related information
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Precautions
· Disclaimer
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Technical information
· Mini-spectrometers
Information described in this material is current as of May 2016.
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information contained is believed to be accurate. In rare cases, however, there may be inaccuracies such as text errors. Before using these products, always
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