Ocean Optics Curie UV-VIS Emission - Manual (Page 8)

1: Introduction
• Novel filtering technology. The Curie system is the only emission fluorometer with built-in linear
variable filters (LVFs). These LVFs are ideal for spectrally shaping the excitation energy from
the onboard pulsed-xenon excitation source, and eliminate the need for scanning
monochromators. Each filter’s transmission or blocking band can be moved throughout
230–500 nm or 300–750 nm wavelengths.
• A pushbutton to enable the software trigger for automatic spectral saving.
Curie System Contents
The Curie system contains a USB2000 spectrometer that features a microcode optimized for gated
fluorescence measurements and a pulsed xenon light source. It also comes equipped with a set of Linear
Variable Filters (LVFs) mounted internally on sliding rails. The LVFs allow you to specify the excitation
wavelength range for the measurement and eliminate the need for scanning monochromators found in
other systems.
The Curie also features two user-selectable mirrors; one for use with the UV LVF filters optimized for
UV light (a cold mirror) and one standard mirror for use with the VIS LVF filters. A knob on the top of
the unit allows you to select the mirror to use for a specific measurement. A pushbutton allows you to
easily save a spectrum.
A storage compartment is provided on the side of the Curie for storing filters and cuvettes for your
experiments. A switch allows you to operate the light source and the fan.
Curie System Front View
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