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Finding the perfect handheld Raman solution

There is no faster and easier way of analyzing samples in the field or in the factory than using a portable Raman spectrometer. Metrohm offers five dedicated handheld Raman devices for both compliant and non-compliant identification and verification of materials. Each of these handheld Raman analyzers offers ease-of-use, compact ruggedness, speed, and accuracy.

Handheld Raman spectrometers from Metrohm

Your benefits

  1. Comprehensive spectral libraries simplify material ID for diverse industries
  2. Sampling flexibility to suit broad applications and material types
  3. The ergonomic design and compact size are ideal for use in the field
  4. Safe, nondestructive analysis of materials with through-packaging testing
  5. Increased efficiency means that more tests can be performed more quickly – by anyone – in or out of the lab
  6. Lab-quality results in non-traditional testing scenarios

Our handheld Raman spectrometers

The table below showcases Metrohm’s handheld Raman instruments operating at 785 nm and 1064 nm wavelengths. Whether you are tackling complex chemical identification, ensuring compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturing, or screening for illicit substances, we offer powerful tools to help you make confident decisions, fast. Click on the respective links to learn more about the handheld Raman solution.

  785 nm 1064 nm
General chemical and illicit materials MIRA XTR – the most flexible handheld Raman system on the market with real-time, accurate analysis of even challenging materials. Automated sampling routines streamline the operation of MIRA XTR. Robot-mounting, ORS, trace analysis... MIRA XTR is truly one-of-a-kind. TacticID-1064 ST – see-through technology for no-contact identification of substances. Compact and ergonomic with large libraries for fast & accurate ID of unknowns.

TacticID Mobile – entry level handheld Raman spectrometer with libraries targeted for narcotics and illicit materials.

Pharma/compliant manufacturers MIRA P – Metrohm’s most compact and accurate compliant handheld Raman device. MIRA P has dedicated, intuitive software for compliant customers who require high-precision in their RMID, QC, and verification processes. NanoRam-1064 – ideal for non-technical users in the lab, warehouse, or loading dock. Metrohm’s most efficient, fully compliant handheld Raman solution for verification of ingredients and raw materials used in manufacturing.

Things you need to know about handheld Raman spectroscopy

Is handheld Raman spectroscopy the right choice for your analysis?

Raman spectroscopy reveals molecular fingerprints for material identification. It can be used to identify most materials that are present in mixtures of up to 3 components. Highly specific and selective, it can differentiate very similar materials or identify unknown substances.

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What is a handheld Raman spectrometer?

Handheld Raman spectroscopy enables routine, on-the-spot material identification in diverse settings, from receiving docks and food production to museums, clandestine labs, process analytics, and border security.

What are the advantages of handheld Raman spectroscopy?

With handheld Raman, the analysis occurs at the point of need. Whether that means monitoring a chemical reaction or interrogating a suspicious package in customs, handheld Raman systems are capable of fast, accurate analysis in the field.

Key features to look for in a handheld Raman instrument

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Handheld Raman systems are:

  • small and lightweight
  • easy-to-use – they require little to no training
  • rugged – they can be dropped, vibrated, and exposed to dust, water, and ambient temperature
  • versatile – they offer unparalleled sampling flexibility enabling rapid, non-contact analysis in native forms or packaging, remote acquisition, and standoff detection for applications from space exploration to fentanyl detection

 

Applications of portable Raman devices

The table provides an overview of the diverse applications covered by handheld Raman spectrometers, with direct links to application notes, blog posts, and related content. Contact your local Metrohm sales representative if you want to know more about possible applications.

Key handheld Raman applications Further reading
Quality checks / raw material identification

Application note: Optimize raw material identification and verification (RMID) with MIRA P

Application note: Transition RMID Operations Between Handheld Raman Devices

Application note: Raw Materials Identification through Multiple Polyethylene Bags

Polymer analysis

Application note: Identifying polymers with Raman spectroscopy

Application note: Identification of polymer masterbatches with Raman spectroscopy

Ebook: Near-infrared and Raman spectroscopy for polymer analysis: An introduction

Blog: Raman spectroscopy: The easy way to analyze polymers

Narcotics detection

Application note: Rapid Detection of the Low Dose API in Xanax Using Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy for Anti-Counterfeiting Purposes

Application note: Rapid Field Testing of Ecstasy Pills Using a 1064-nm Handheld Raman Device

Application note: Counterfeit Adderall Pills Identification with TacticID Mobile

Application note: Raman and SERS identification of YABA, a popular street drug

Application note: Detection of LSD on Blotter Paper

White paper: Illicit Drug Trafficking and Border Control with Mira DS: Safe Fentanyl Identification

Exposing illicit materials

Application note: Handheld Raman for Acid Attack Prevention

Application note: Safety in Any Situation – Addressing the needs of first responders

Blog: MIRA and IBEX: Out of the lab and into the unknown

See-through science Application note: See-Through Measurements of Illicit Substances in Commercial Containers with the TacticID®-1064 ST
Diverse applications

Blog: FAQ about Raman spectroscopy: Applications

Blog: Handheld 785 nm Raman applications: Cutting edge material ID capabilities in your pocket

Why Metrohm handheld Raman solutions?

Metrohm handheld Raman spectrometer analyzing white bottles

Metrohm offers a comprehensive portfolio of handheld Raman solutions for every need and environment. Our products are supported by comprehensive spectral libraries developed with our own instruments and updated frequently. Our global support capabilities and deep history with chemical analysis provide results customers can trust.