FTIR Spectrometer | Nicolet Apex | Thermo Fisher Scientific

Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer overview

Welcome to the world of cutting-edge FTIR spectroscopy with the Thermo Scientific Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer. Designed for both routine analysis and research applications, the Apex offers unparalleled performance and versatility. From routine quality control (QA/QC) to research and development, the Nicolet Apex is built to increase productivity, improve precision, and comply with extensive regulations.

Powered by Thermo Scientific OMNIC Paradigm Software.

Learn more

With the Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer you can maximize efficiency, ensure accuracy, and achieve compliance. Are you ready to unleash the power of the Apex FTIR? Configure your FTIR to match the needs of your lab environment and the spectral range required with these three additional models:

Thermo Scientific Nicolet Apex KBr FTIR Spectrometer—A standard Mid-IR spectrometer.
Thermo Scientific Nicolet Apex XT-KBr FTIR Spectrometer—An extended range Mid and Near IR spectrometer.
Thermo Scientific Nicolet Apex ZnSe FTIR Spectrometer—A durable Mid IR spectrometer for high humidity environments.

Key features of the Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometers:

Intuitive software — OMNIC Paradigm Software is a powerful analytical tool that empowers researchers and scientists by simplifying spectroscopic data analysis, enhancing visualization, and accelerating scientific discoveries. With its user-friendly interface, customizable workflows, and seamless integration capabilities, the software enables researchers to gain valuable insights and make informed decisions effortlessly.
Performance and productivity — Enhance your productivity by cutting analysis time by as much as 50% using our patented smart background feature.
Flexibility, configurability and automation — Achieve automation and high throughput capabilities using a TE-MCT detector and a range of accessories.
Interferometer produces market-leading precision — The modern Michelson interferometer design delivers high spectral resolution for superior optical quality to uncover answers from challenging samples, including gases.
Detector yields definitive answers — Achieve accurate identification and quantification results with the fast-recovery DTGS detector.
Infrared source delivers unmatched consistency–Our state-of-the-art infrared light source provides more consistent identification and quantification results.
Laser supplies maximum accuracy — Eliminate future maintenance costs with a solid-state diode laser.
Compliance — Performance verification software is provided for the spectrometer, sampling accessory, method performance verification, and system suitability testing for ASTM, Ph. Eur., USP, JP, and CP instrument validation.
Fundamental FTIR library — Consisting of 9,000 compound spectra, providing users with the capability to efficiently compare their experimental data with established compounds. This extensive library encompasses a wide range of spectra from various chemical substances, enabling accurate identification and thorough characterization of samples. Furthermore, users have the flexibility to add specific libraries as needed, and all libraries created using OMNIC Software are fully compatible with the new OMNIC Paradigm Software.

Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer coupled with the Nicolet iN5 FTIR Microscope

Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer with iZ10 and TGA module

Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer coupled with the Nicolet RaptIR+ FTIR Microscope

Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer applications

Polymer analysis

The Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer is compatible with hundreds of commercially available accessories, allowing you to expand your capabilities as needed for immediate projects or future objectives. No matter the type of polymer analysis being performed, whether you are analyzing plastics, petroleum compounds, or other polymers, the versatility and adaptability of the Nicolet Apex assures that you will be able to gather the information you desire.

Excel at contaminant and failure analysis by combining the spectrometer with the Thermo Scientific Nicolet iN5 FTIR Microscope (a manual microscope) or the Thermo Scientific Nicolet RaptIR+ FTIR Microscope (fully automated) to help with root cause analysis.

FTIR applications in pharmaceutical analysis

Gain top-level performance, security, and support for pharmaceutical and forensics industries, while unlocking efficiency and elevating user experience with multi-sample compartments. Pharma and forensics investigators can leverage numerous benefits of the Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer with attenuated total reflectance (ATR):

Performance verification software for spectrometer, sampling accessory, method performance verification, and system suitability testing for ASTM, Ph. Eur., USP, JP, and CP instrument validation
Documentation and protocols for Design Qualification (DQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Performance Qualification (PQ), Installation Qualification (IQ)
Digital signature and electronic data security compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 using server-based security administration
Audit manager software for streamlined audit preparation, supporting data integrity traceability
OMNIC Paradigm’s unsurpassed database architecture for data storage

FTIR spectrometer for academic labs

The straightforward operation of the Nicolet Apex FTIR Spectrometer, combined with its compact size and versatility, makes the instrument ideal for academic chemistry laboratories. FTIR analysis provides information that can lead to better understanding of the molecular structure of materials as well as the kinetics or mechanisms and pathways of chemical reactions. With functionalities that are applicable across a wide range of subject matter, the Apex spectrometer enhances teaching and research opportunities for general chemistry classes, advanced organic labs, and more.

Material science research

Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy is a powerful analytical technique widely used in material sciences research to investigate the chemical composition and structure of various materials. With its high sensitivity and specificity, FTIR is a valuable tool for understanding the molecular properties of materials and the materials’ interactions with other substances. Its applications range from characterizing polymers and biomolecules to analyzing minerals and semiconductors.