Product Overview

Moisture, Protein, and/or Oil Analysis in 30 Seconds

As our entry-level analyzer, the SpectraStar™ XT-3 offers exceptional value to monitor critical parameters for process control. Designed for ease of use, routine operators can be completely trained in 15 minutes to deliver accurate, operator-independent results.

Benefits

  • Obtain vital quality parameter data in about 30 seconds, enabling quick response for quality control
  • Easy-to-use with graphical interface and modular configuration, requiring minimal training for routine operators
  • Minimal sample preparation required
  • Environmentally friendly; requires minimal energy use with no hazardous chemicals or waste
  • Save costs and reduce waste, which improves your company’s bottom line
  • Advanced sample management and reporting features makes the analyzer quality lab-ready

Features

  • Touch screen interface
  • Intuitive graphical software
  • Operator-independent results
  • Single sample results, history or SPC Chart sample views
  • Stand-alone design with built-in computer for easy implementation
  • Sealed case with 17” touch screen monitor for easy operation in laboratories or at-line on the production floor
  • Available with KPMLink®, a cloud-based software suite to support the real-time remote configuration of product settings, calibrations, and review of test results from any instrument worldwide

Applications

Quickly Determine Moisture Level, Oil Content, and Protein Analysis

Whether you are analyzing ingredient quality and supporting claims, ensuring proper batch or continuous processing conditions, or verifying a final product for quality, label, or specification claims, the SpectraStar™ XT-3 NIR Analyzer will do the job. Each SpectraStar™ XT-3 is a stand-alone unit in a small form factor for easy placement in nearly any quality lab or production setting.

SpectraStar™ XT-3 NIR Analyzer customers use the system to measure moisture, oil, and/or fat in a variety of products, including:

Food Products

  • Chocolate Products
  • Dairy products (cheese, butter, dairy powders, yogurt)
  • Meat
  • Wheat and grain (rice, canola, mustard, soybeans, corn, oats, peas etc.)
  • Snack foods (moisture & oil analysis)
  • Olives and olive oil
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How It Works

Advanced Sample Management and Reporting

System Components

  • SpectraStar™ XT-3 NIR Analyzer unit for moisture, oil, and protein analysis
  • Built-in Windows® 10 computer with 17" touch screen
  • UScan™ software
  • Multi-cup adapter
  • ISI ring cup/powder cup adapter
  • TRUE ALIGNMENT Spectroscopy (TAS) standards

Calibrations

The SpectraStar™ XT-3 has a large library of ready-to-use calibrations available for moisture, oil, and protein determinations in products such as dairy powders, oilseeds and meals, olives, cereals, and potatoes. Calibrations are regularly updated and can be customized for your products.

For a full list of available calibrations, visit this link.

Software

Specifications

Dimensions Width x Depth x Height: 39 x 53 x 64 cm (15.5 x 21 x 25 in.)
Weight 22.0 kg (48 lbs)
Power 20-240 VAC, Frequency 50-60 Hz
Analysis Time 10 – 60 Seconds
Detectors High-Performance Ultra-Cooled InGaAs Extended Range Detector
Light Source Tungsten Halogen Lamp with MTBF Rating of 10,000 Hours, User Changeable
Optical Bandwidth 10.0 ± 0.3 nm actual FWHM
Absorbance Range Up to 3 AU
Measurement Mode Reflectance
Wavelength Range 1400 – 2600 nm
Wavelength Accuracy Less than 0.02 nm to Traceable Standard Reference Material
Wavelength Precision Less Than 0.005 nm
Number of Data Points 1200
Photometric Noise Full Range Less Than 20 µAu
Instrument Case Powder Coated Aluminum, Completely Sealed, No Venting or Fan
ISO 12099 Compliant Animal Feedstuffs, Cereals, and Milled Products – Guidelines for the Application of Near Infrared Spectrometry
Built-in Computer Windows® 10 Professional, SSD
Networking LIMS Compatible, HDMI Port, 4 USB Ports
Ambient Temperature 0 – 40°C (32 – 104°F)
Ambient Humidity Less Than 95% RH, less than 85% RH Recommended

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