Description
Spectra-Tech IR-Plan Infrared Microscope 0044-005 FTIR Spectrometry Olympus
The Spectra-Tech IR-Plan is a dedicated infrared microscope accessory designed for FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) microspectroscopy in research and analytical laboratory settings. Built around an Olympus optical microscope body, the IR-Plan integrates a complete infrared beam path, motorized aperturing, and an external IR source to allow spatially resolved infrared spectral analysis of microscopic samples in both transmission and reflection modes. This system includes the Olympus binocular scope assembly, the base unit with Redundant Aperturing, and the Infrared Associates HCT-NB infrared source.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Spectra-Tech, Stamford, Connecticut
- Model: IR-Plan (Infrared Microscope Accessory)
- Model Number: 0044-005
- Microscope Base: Olympus Optical Co., Ltd. (made in Japan)
- Eyepiece: Olympus Japan, Part No. 005358
- Objective #1: Olympus DPlan 10, 0.25 NA, 160/0.17 (one of four positions)
- Base Objective: Spectra-Tech Refrachromat, 10X, N.A. 0.71
- Objective Switch Control: Two bi-directional toggle switches
- Aperturing System: Redundant Aperturing™ with Dual Remote Image Masking
- Focus Control: Precision motor-controlled adjustment
- Illumination System: Internal mirror system
- Side Lamp: 12V, 50W
- Top Mounted Lamp: 12V, 20W (BLV1153)
- Side Switch: EPI or DIA illumination mode selector
- Front Switch #1: Transmission — IR or View
- Front Switch #2: Infrared Mode — Trans. or Refl.
- Infrared Source: Infrared Associates HCT-NB (Cranbury, N.J.), Serial No. L-8915
- Power Requirements: 100V / 0.65A or 115V / 0.57A, 50–60 Hz
- Power Connector: IEC C14 inlet (Olympus base unit)
- Included: Olympus binocular scope and scope assembly, Infrared Associates HCT-NB IR source, base unit with redundant aperturing module
- Not Included: Manual, software, FTIR spectrometer interface cables, or additional peripherals
Applications
The Spectra-Tech IR-Plan was one of the first commercially successful infrared microscope accessories, developed in the 1980s to couple an FTIR spectrometer with an optical microscope for spatially resolved chemical analysis. It allows researchers to isolate and collect infrared spectra from microscopic areas of a sample — a technique known as infrared microspectroscopy or FTIR microscopy. The system operates in both transmission mode (for thin sections or films) and reflection mode (for opaque or bulk samples), making it versatile for materials science, polymer science, forensics, pharmaceutical research, geology, and semiconductor failure analysis. The Redundant Aperturing design — a Spectra-Tech innovation — uses apertures placed at conjugate image planes both before and after the sample to sharply define the sampled area and suppress stray light, improving spectral quality compared to single-aperture designs. This type of system couples to an FTIR spectrometer (such as units from Nicolet, Digilab/Bio-Rad, Perkin-Elmer, or Bruker) via an IR beam transfer port. The IR-Plan and its successors defined the field of FTIR microscopy and were widely used in academic, government, and industrial R&D laboratories through the 1980s and 1990s.
This Spectra-Tech IR-Plan Infrared Microscope (Model 0044-005) was deinstalled from a research and development facility and appears to be in good condition overall. The instrument shows normal wear consistent with lab use. The Olympus binocular scope assembly and Infrared Associates HCT-NB infrared source are included; no manual or peripherals are included. The system is fully palletized and packed for freight shipment. Please review all photos carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Spectra-Tech |
Model: |
IR-Plan |
MPN: |
0044-005 |
Secondary Model: |
0044-005 |
SKU: |
16182 |
Type: |
Infrared Microscope Accessory for FTIR Spectrometry |
Application: |
FTIR Infrared Microspectroscopy, Research & Development |
Microscope Base: |
Olympus (Olympus Optical Co., Ltd.) |
Eyepiece: |
Olympus Japan 005358 |
Objective 1: |
Olympus DPlan 10 0.25 160/0.17 |
Base Objective: |
Spectra-Tech Refrachromat 10X N.A. 0.71 |
Infrared Source: |
Infrared Associates HCT-NB |
IR Source Manufacturer: |
Infrared Associates, Cranbury, N.J. |
Aperturing System: |
Redundant Aperturing with Dual Remote Image Masking |
Focus Control: |
Precision Motor Controlled Adjustment |
Illumination System: |
Internal Mirror System |
Side Lamp: |
12V 50W |
Top Mounted Lamp: |
12V 20W (BLV1153) |
Illumination Mode Switch: |
EPI or DIA (side switch) |
Transmission Switch: |
IR or View (front switch #1) |
Infrared Mode Switch: |
Trans or Refl (front switch #2) |
Objective Switch Control: |
Two Bi-Directional Toggles |
Power Requirements: |
100V/0.65A or 115V/0.57A, 50-60Hz |
Power Connector: |
IEC C14 inlet |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States / Japan |
Seller Notes: |
Includes Olympus binocular scope assembly and Infrared Associates HCT-NB IR source. No manual or peripherals included. |
Condition Notes: |
Spectra-Tech IR-Plan Infrared Microscope (0044-005) deinstalled from an R&D lab; in generally good condition with normal wear. Includes Olympus scope assembly and HCT-NB IR source. No manual or peripherals. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |