ASTROLITE A6704

High-sensitivity spectrometer.

A6704 uses a back-thinned CCD area sensor for weak spectral signals, fluorescence emission, Raman scattering, and selectable wavelength ranges.

AstroLite A6704 high-sensitivity spectrometer

Key Benefits

Key characteristics of this model.

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Back-thinned CCD area sensor

High-sensitivity area sensor for weak spectral signals.

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Fluorescence emission and Raman scattering

Suitable for weak spectral signals such as fluorescence emission and Raman scattering.

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Selectable wavelength range

Wavelength range and optical resolution are selected for the target application.

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OEM customization

Supports integration and customization for specialized optical systems.

Key Specifications

Core detector, signal, interface, and mechanical specifications.

Wavelength range180–1100 nm class
DetectorHamamatsu S10420-01 back-thinned CCD image sensor
Sensor typeBack-thinned CCD area sensor
Pixel count / size2048 × 64 pixels, 14 µm × 14 µm
Optical resolutionApprox. 0.35–1.5 nm, option-dependent
Signal-to-noise ratio800:1
Dynamic range50,000:1 typical
Integration time1 ms–10 s
A/D resolution16 bit
Fiber connectorSMA905
CommunicationUSB 2.0 and RS-232
Dimensions / weight165 mm × 110 mm × 38 mm / 0.7 kg
Power supplyUSB

Optical resolution is an approximate configured value and depends on the wavelength range, grating, slit width, and optical setup.

Representative Wavelength Options

Representative configurations are listed below.

ModelWavelength RangeOptical ResolutionSlit
A6704-01200–900 nm~1 nm25 µm
A6704-02200–1100 nm~1.5 nm25 µm
A6704-03180–880 nm~1 nm25 µm
A6704-04180–413 nm~0.7 nm50 µm
A6704-05350–1050 nm~1 nm25 µm

Other wavelength ranges, optical resolutions, and slit sizes are available on request.

Representative Signal Comparison: A6704 vs. A6002A

A6704 SIGNAL COMPARISON

This representative signal comparison was measured under the same optical and acquisition conditions.

A6704 shows higher signal intensity than A6002A under the same setup.
Representative signal comparison of A6704 and A6002A, with A6704 shown in orange and A6002A shown in blue

Typical Applications

Representative applications for this model.

ApplicationFluorescence Emission MeasurementHigh-sensitivity detection of weak fluorescence emission.
ApplicationRaman Scattering MeasurementWeak Raman signal measurement with a suitable excitation source.
ApplicationLow-light SpectroscopySpectral measurement under weak-signal or low-throughput optical conditions.
ApplicationBio / Chemical EmissionEmission-based spectral checks for research and analysis setups.

System Components

Spectrometers are easier to understand when shown with the light source, fiber, and probe path.

ComponentTHL1041Precision tungsten-halogen light source for visible–NIR spectroscopy setups.
ComponentDHLiteMini deuterium-halogen source when broader UV–VIS–NIR coverage is required.
ComponentOptical FiberSMA905 fiber connection between source, probe, and spectrometer.
ComponentFiber ProbeReflectance or sampling probe for collecting light from the measurement point.

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