Nicolet Summit LITE FTIR Spectrometer

Manufacturer – Thermo Fisher Scientific

Description: The Nicolet Summit LITE FTIR Spectrometer is an entry‑level, compact Fourier transform infrared instrument designed for routine QA/QC, teaching, and basic material identification. It incorporates Thermo Fisher’s LightDrive™ optical engine to enhance data reproducibility and reduce maintenance. With OMNIC Paradigm software and optional cloud connectivity, it simplifies workflows, automates analyses, and enables remote data sharing.

Technical Specifications:
Spectral range: 8,000 to 350 cm⁻¹
Spectral resolution: Better than 0.6 cm⁻¹
Signal‑to‑noise (peak‑to‑peak, 1 min): ≈ 14,000:1
Wavenumber precision / accuracy: Precision: 0.001 cm⁻¹ at 2,000 cm⁻¹;
Accuracy: ~0.05 cm⁻¹ at 2,000 cm⁻¹
Detector: Lithium tantalate (LiTaO₃)
Optical engine & source: Light Drive™
Dimensions (D × W × H) 32 × 34 × 24 cm (12.7 × 13.3 × 9.6 in)
Weight : ~10.9 kg (24 lb)
Power / Electrical: 100‑240 VAC, 47‑63 Hz, ~110 W
Warranty (LightDrive components): 5‑year warranty on IR source, interferometer, and laser for the LITE model
Interface / control: USB connection to external PC / laptop (no built‑in computer on LITE) Software / features: OMNIC Paradigm with guided workflows, Smart Background, audit tools, spectral libraries etc.
Operating environment: 15 °C to 35 °C, humidity 20‑80% non‑condensing; indoor use up to 2,000 m altitude
Key features:
• Light Drive™ optical engine.
• Smart Background / automatic background collection
• Multi colour LED Light Bar
• Compact, bench‑friendly footprint enables installation even in space‑limited labs.
• WiFi / Ethernet support for remote data access and sharing via Thermo Fisher Connect.
• Audit‑ready software features
• Wide accessory compatibility
Applications: Used in QA/QC, teaching, pharmaceutical verification, polymer identification, environmental and materials labs for rapid chemical identification and composition analysis.
Accessories:
Everest Diamond ATR Accessory
Czitek™ SurveyIR™ Infrared Microspectroscopy Accessory
ConservatIR External Reflection Accessory

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