July 2008
Spectroscopy Leader Rolls Out Online Video Instruction for Use with Ocean Optics Spectrometers and Software
Dunedin, Florida (July 24, 2008) – Ocean Optics, the industry leader in miniature photonics, has just introduced a new line of video tutorials as a learning companion to its extensive range of spectrometers and spectroscopy software.
Nicknamed “Spectroscopy TV”, the tutorials are designed to help new Ocean Optics customers set up, calibrate and use their spectrometers in a variety of applications. Episodes are also dedicated to demonstrating SpectraSuite, the company’s spectroscopy software.
“We are excited to introduce this new learning tool to our customers,” said Director of Marketing and Customer Relations, Rob Morris. “We are confident that these videos will complement our documentation and website by giving customers another tool for getting to know their spectrometer and software.”
The videos are published to the company’s website at www.oceanoptics.com/tv.asp and viewers are encouraged to submit suggestions for content to marketing@oceanoptics.com .
July 2008
Simple, elegant system measures ophthalmic lenses, glass and optical filters
Dunedin, Florida (July 17, 2008) – For accurate, repeatable real-time transmittance measurement of optical lenses and other optical components, Ocean Optics has introduced the Optical Transmittance Spectrometer (OTS). The compact system measures tint color, photopic transmittance and UV cutoff of ophthalmic lenses, optical coatings, windows and filters, as well as characterizing photochromic, electrochromic and sun lens materials.
The OTS is built on a high-resolution miniature linear CCD-array spectrometer configured for the 380-780 nm wavelength range. The system accepts samples from 10-76 mm diameter and 15 mm thickness for use in lab applications where transmittance accuracy (to +/- 1.0%) and precision (+/- 0.1%) are critical.
A high-power, 20-watt tungsten halogen light source provides stable, continuous output. High resolution optics provide beam collimation. The sample fixture (z-stage) holds the sample in place and excludes ambient light.
Windows-based software calculates %T, color, and other critical optical measurements to meet CE, UL, RoHS, WEEE requirements. Ocean Optics Applications Engineers are available to customize the software with the modules required for application needs.
