Always Be a Step Ahead with the VERTEX NEO Ultra
The VERTEX NEO Ultra stands as the pinnacle of bench-top vacuum FT-IR technology, delivering unmatched spectral resolution, the widest spectral range, superior signal-to-noise performance, and complete automation. Built on a legacy of innovation, it redefines precision and adaptability for the most demanding scientific research. For researchers who require uncompromising performance, the Ultra sets a new benchmark in FT-IR instrumentation, enabling confident exploration of new scientific frontiers.
The VERTEX NEO Ultra – Our Most Powerful Vacuum FT-IR Spectrometer Yet
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Key Features
- Full vacuum optics for unparalleled stability and enhanced measurement sensitivity
- Automated spectroscopic measurements across the Near-Infrared to Far-Infrared range
- Step-scan Time-Resolved Spectroscopy (TRS) capabilities for analyzing rapid (nanosecond) and slower (microsecond) processes within a single experimental setup
- Achieves an industry-leading spectral resolution of 0.04 cm-1
- UltraScan™ interferometer incorporating an air-bearing linear scanner for precise movement.
- An optional automatic 4-position Beam Splitter (BMS) changer is available.
- MultiTect™ supports up to 5 detectors, with additional user-exchangable DigiTect™ detector slot
- THz extension with a separated optical path
- Touch panel with OPUS TOUCH software for easy and advanced R&D procedures
- Software-selectable 5 exit and 2 input beam ports
- Large amount of compatible sampling accessories and external modules
Spectral Resolution Without Limits
The VERTEX NEO Ultra achieves a maximum spectral resolution of 0.04 cm⁻¹, establishing the highest performance standard for any benchtop FT-IR system. This exceptional resolution ensures precise measurements for applications requiring extreme spectral detail.

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For studies that do not demand the ultimate resolution, standard (0.12 cm⁻¹) and advanced (0.07 cm⁻¹) configurations are available - ideal for condensed-phase samples, low-temperature crystals, and low-pressure gases.
Vacuum ATR: Pure Performance
The Vacuum Platinum ATR unit maintains the entire optical path under vacuum, eliminating atmospheric interference while samples remain in ambient conditions. This capability enables effortless measurement of liquids, powders, and volatile substances without breaking the vacuum seal, significantly improving workflow efficiency.

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Unified Kinetic Analysis in a Single Run
Designed for advanced time-resolved spectroscopy, the VERTEX NEO Ultra offers combined Step-Scan measurements for both fast (nanosecond) and slower (microsecond/millisecond) kinetics in a single run. This innovation dramatically reduces measurement time for experiments spanning nanosecond to millisecond timescales. A transient recorder board captures rapid changes with a time resolution of up to 2.5 ns, while the standard ADC samples slower dynamics up to 6 μs - all during one step-wise interferogram scan. The result is optimized memory usage, reduced data redundancy, and enhanced signal-to-noise performance.

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Automation That Redefines Research
The VERTEX NEO Ultra delivers unprecedented automation, enabling software-controlled switching between four radiation sources, six internal detectors, and four beam splitters without manual intervention. Its comprehensive spectral coverage, from UV to FIR, ensures optimal optical configuration for every application. By integrating proven technologies such as MultiTect™ detectors and the 4× beam splitter changer with the latest Vacuum Platinum ATR innovation, the Ultra maintains vacuum integrity even during sample and component changes. This guarantees consistent peak performance and makes high-end research both effortless and efficient.

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