Edinburgh Instruments FLS1000
Modular photoluminescence spectrometer for steady-state and time-resolved measurements from the UV to the mid-IR. Designed for high sensitivity, flexible excitation, and advanced lifetime analysis.
System Capabilities
The FLS1000 supports steady-state and time-resolved photoluminescence across a wide spectral range, enabling spectral scans, lifetime measurements, and quantum yield work on a broad variety of materials.
Its modular optical design and multiple excitation sources allow flexible experiment configurations for photophysics, photochemistry, and materials characterization.
Operating Modes
Steady-State Spectra
Emission and excitation spectra for material identification and spectral analysis.
TCSPC Lifetimes
Fluorescence lifetimes from picoseconds to microseconds.
MCS Phosphorescence
Long-lived decay measurements from nanoseconds to seconds.
Anisotropy
Polarization-resolved emission for molecular rotation studies.
Technical Specifications
| Spectral Coverage | ~185 nm to 5500 nm (UV to mid-IR) |
|---|---|
| Time-Resolved Range | Picoseconds to seconds (12 orders of magnitude) |
| Monochromators | 325 mm focal length Czerny-Turner with triple grating turret |
| Light Source | 450 W ozone-free Xenon arc lamp |
| Pulsed Sources | Picosecond diode lasers and microsecond flashlamp |
| Wavelength Accuracy | +/- 0.2 nm (grating dependent) |
| Minimum Step Size | 0.01 nm |
| Stray Light Rejection | 1:10^5 (single mono) and 1:10^10 (double mono) |
| Interface | USB control via PC software |
Comparison: Spectrofluorometer vs. Filter Fluorometer
Comparing the FLS1000 against a traditional filter-based fluorometer.
| Feature | This System (Spectrofluorometer) | Traditional Method (Filter Fluorometer) |
|---|---|---|
| Wavelength Selection | Monochromators allow scanning across wavelengths | Fixed filters for specific excitation/emission bands |
| Data Output | Full excitation/emission spectra and lifetimes | Single-band intensity measurements |
| Flexibility | High flexibility for research and material screening | Optimized for specific analytes or routine tests |
| Resolution Control | Adjustable slit bandwidth and scanning | Fixed bandwidth defined by filters |
| Typical Use | Advanced spectroscopy and method development | Targeted measurements with simple workflows |