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  • Page 1 MB3000 Series FTIR Spectrometers Installation and User Guide...
  • Page 2 ABB Inc. Product Catalogs, the latter take pre- cedence. ABB Inc. reserves the right to make changes to the specifications of all equipment and software, and contents of this document, without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Section 3 - Unpacking and Installing Unpacking ........................11 Contents ......................12 Installing the Spectrometer....................13 Spectrometer Autocalibration..................16 MB3000 Series Spectrometers Calibration ..............16 Section 4 - Connections Purpose ..........................17 Computer or Network Connection ..................17 Setting up the Ethernet Connection ................17 To a Network .......................18...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Checking the Connection ....................21 Section 5 - Storage, Cleaning and Discarding Cleaning...........................23 Spills ......................23 Storage ..........................24 Discarding........................24 Section 6 - Product Overview Introduction ........................25 LED Identification......................25 Connector Location ......................26 Ethernet Cables ....................26 Private connection ................26 Connection through a Network ............26 Purge ......................27 Power Inlet ......................27...
  • Page 5 Double modulation....................58 Suppression of double modulated stray light by spectral band selection.....60 Technical background:.....................61 Differences Between the FTLA and the MB3000 Series ..........63 Field of view effects on FTIR Frequency scale calibration..........63 Field of view definition ....................63 Frequency shift due to Field of View ................64 Frequency and the optical axis ..................65...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents...

  • Page 7: Section 1 About This Manual

    Section 1 About this Manual Purpose of Document This document is intended for personnel using the MB3000 Series FTIR spectrometers for routine analysis and contains installation, user and troubleshooting instructions. All servicing of the equipment is to be performed by Qualified Service Personnel only.
  • Page 8 Definition of Icons Section 1 About this Manual The information icon alerts the reader to pertinent facts and conditions in the use of the equipment. The tip icon indicates advice on, for example, how to design your project or how to use a certain function.

  • Page 9: Section 2 Safety Summary

    Failure to comply with any of the warnings, cautions or notices can result in personal injuries and/or equipment damages. If you do not fully understand the information contained in this manual, please contact ABB. Refer to the back cover of this manual.

  • Page 10: Esd Warnings

    Perform maintenance procedures in an ESD protected environment. Always use an ESD protection to perform maintenance procedures on the MB3000 Series FTIR spectrometer. If you are not familiar with ESD protection, or if ESD protection material is not available, contact ABB customer support.

  • Page 11: General Warnings

    Do not, under any circumstances, remove the warning and caution labels. Information must be available at all times for the security of the user. The spectrometer weights 24 kilos. ABB strongly recommends to lift the spectrometer with the help of another person. Make sure to use proper body mechanics to lift the spectrometer (bend your knees) otherwise injuries could occur.

  • Page 12: General Notices

    Make sure to maintain a minimum of 6 inches clearance in front of heat sinks. Always install the spectrometer on a stable, hard, levelled surface. Do not use the equipment if any signs of damages are present. Contact ABB service personnel.

  • Page 13: Environmental Information

    Section 2 Safety Summary Environmental Information Environmental Information The MB3000 Series FTIR spectrometers have required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. Therefore, the MB3000 Series FTIR spectrometers may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and environment.

  • Page 14: Labels

    Labels Section 2 Safety Summary Labels 2- 1. Labels Label Description Location This label indicates the presence of This label is located on the side laser radiations. of the VCSEL spectrometer. Invisible Class 3B laser radiations (760 nm. 2mW output power) are present in the interferometer module.
  • Page 15 This label indicates the following This label is located outside the information: spectrometer, on the back cover. - Certifications - Laser warning - ABB address - Analyzer MAC address - Ports location - Manufacturing date - Model number -Use conditions for flammable...

  • Page 16: Lockout/Tag Out Procedure

    Lockout/Tag Out Procedure Section 2 Safety Summary Lockout/Tag Out Procedure To power OFF the spectrometer follow this procedure: STEP 1 Close the software. STEP 2 Power OFF the computer holding the software. STEP 3 Set the ON/OFF power switch of the spectrometer power supply to OFF. STEP 4 If applicable, set the ON/OFF power switch of the accessory to OFF.

  • Page 17: Section 3 Unpacking And Installing Unpacking

    Section 3 Unpacking and Installing Unpacking Section 3 Unpacking and Installing Unpacking Before unpacking, let packaging reach room temperature. Figure 3- 1. Unpacking the spectrometer AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...

  • Page 18: Contents

    One sample holder Optional software and accessories can also be included. If any part is missing or presents any sign of damage, please contact ABB before proceeding to the installation. Refer to the back cover of this manual. AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...

  • Page 19: Installing The Spectrometer

    Section 3 Unpacking and Installing Installing the Spectrometer Installing the Spectrometer Make sure there is sufficient free space in front of the heat sinks (15 cm/ 6 inches). Always use the Lockout/tag out procedure to power OFF the spectrometer. Refer Lockout/Tag Out Procedure on page 10.
  • Page 20 Installing the Spectrometer Section 3 Unpacking and Installing Figure 3- 3. Installation procedure: Network connection STEP 1 Connect the Ethernet cable to the computer or to the Network port. Use a crossover cable for a private connection (spectrometer to computer), and a straight pin cable for a Network connection (spectrometer to Network).
  • Page 21 STEP 7 Remove desiccant from sample compartment. STEP 8 Perform the Auto Calibration procedure. Refer to Table 3- 2. Led Description ABB recommends to allow a stabilization period of 4 hours prior to using the Spectrometer. AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...

  • Page 22: Spectrometer Autocalibration

    Spectrometer Autocalibration Section 3 Unpacking and Installing Spectrometer Autocalibration The MB3000 series spectrometer is designed to automatically perform an autocalibration every 2 weeks. The autocalibration will start between two measurements but never during a measurement. When the autocalibration is started, the MB3000 spectrometer will be inoperative for about 2 minutes.

  • Page 23: Section 4 Connections

    Section 4 Connections Purpose Section 4 Connections Purpose Your computer and the spectrometer communicate through an Ethernet interface (cable). You can either use a private connection (i.e. the spectrometer is connected directly to the computer) or communicate through a Network. This section shows how to check if the spectrometer communicates properly to the computer.

  • Page 24: To A Network

    To a Network Section 4 Connections To a Network Figure 4- 1. Connection via a Network In this setup, both the PC and the instrument will obtain their LAN configuration from the control DHCP server. When first turned ON, your spectrometer will attempt to obtain automatically its LAN configuration from the DHCP server.
  • Page 25 Section 4 Connections To a Network STEP 1 Open the Properties dialog box of the Local Area Connection. Figure 4- 2. Network and Dial-up Connection window STEP 2 Select the Properties dialog box of the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.

  • Page 26: Direct Connection

    Direct Connection Section 4 Connections Direct Connection Figure 4- 4. Direct connection In this case, both the computer and the spectrometer will use a pre-configured LAN configuration parameters. If, when first turned ON, the spectrometer can not detect a DHCP server, it will automatically use the following IP address: 10.127.127.127 The PC Ethernet interface should be configured to use a compatible set of LAN...

  • Page 27: Checking The Connection

    Changing the computer or spectrometer IP address should be done with caution if one is not knowledgeable of Ethernet settings. Checking the Connection The connection can be checked with the ABB FTIR utility. To run the utility, go to the Windows Control Panel. AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...
  • Page 28 Figure 4- 6. ABB Bomem FTIR utility STEP 2 The ABB Bomem FTIR Utility will search the Network for the presence of spectrometers. A message indicating that the utility is detecting the presence of spectrometers will appear. Then a list of all the spectrometers present on the Network will appear in the ABB Bomem FTIR window..

  • Page 29: Section 5 Storage, Cleaning And Discarding

    Section 5 Storage, Cleaning and Discarding Cleaning Section 5 Storage, Cleaning and Discarding Cleaning Do not perform any cleaning procedures if the Detector Module, the Arid Zone telescopic tube, the front or the rear cover is removed. Do not wipe, clean or touch the mirrors. To clean the spectrometer, wipe the outer surface of the spectrometer with lukewarm water and a gentle cloth.

  • Page 30: Storage

    Storage Section 5 Storage, Cleaning and Discarding Storage ABB recommends to use the shipping box to store the spectrometer. Do not store the spectrometer in an environment with condensing moisture and excessive dust. Discarding The crossed out wheeled bin reproduced on the Product label is a clear reminder that the product must not be disposed with household waste.

  • Page 31: Section 6 Product Overview

    Section 6 Product Overview Introduction The new MB3000 Series FTIR spectrometer is easy to use, reliable and maintenance free. This spectrometer was designed for a large range of analysis for a variety of locations such as factories, educational institutions, quality control laboratories, pharmaceutical plants etc.

  • Page 32: Connector Location

    Connector Location Section 6 Product Overview Connector Location There are only 3 connectors on the MB3000 Series FTIR spectrometer and 1 power switch on the power supply. All 3 connectors are located at the rear of the MB3000 Series FTIR spectrometer.

  • Page 33: Purge

    Purge Purge The presence of moisture is no longer an issue with the MB3000 Series FTIR spectrometer since it is designed with non hygroscopic materials. However many compressors tend to let some oil mist enter the air that is being compressed. Oil mist is not removed by moisture-carbon dioxide scrubbing filters.

  • Page 34: Attenuator Location

    Attenuator Location Section 6 Product Overview Attenuator Location Depending on the type of configuration used, the attenuator may be installed on the MB 3000 series spectrometer at factory before shipment.The attenuator location is on the left side tower . Attenuator Attenuator Arrid Zone telescopic...

  • Page 35: Section 7 Module Replacement

    Section 7 Module Replacement Detector Module Replacement Section 7 Module Replacement Detector Module Replacement Screws are easily inserted and tighten. Do not use excessive force to set the screws in place, otherwise spectrometer could be damaged. Removing the Detector Module The type of Detector module being installed into the spectrometer, is automatically detected.

  • Page 36: Installing The Detector Module

    Installing the Detector Module Section 7 Module Replacement Installing the Detector Module STEP 1 Select the appropriate detector for your needs. The detector type is clearly indicated on the Detector module. Label type Figure 7- 2. Label location on Detector module STEP 2 The Detector module fits tightly into the housing of the Detector module, gently push the Detector module into place.

  • Page 37: Source Module Replacement

    Section 7 Module Replacement Source Module Replacement Source Module Replacement Class 3B invisible laser radiations (760 nm, 2mW output power, Near-IR) are present in the interferometer module. However, no laser radiations leak out of the Interferometer module unless the Source module is removed. To remove the Source module refer to Removing the Source Module on page 31 and make sure...
  • Page 38 Removing the Source Module Section 7 Module Replacement STEP 2 Remove with a 2.5 mm Hex driver the 4 screws holding the front panel in place. Figure 7- 3. Front panel captive screws Do not discard the four screws: they will be required to reinstall the front panel. STEP 3 Slide down and remove the front panel from the spectrometer.

  • Page 39: Installing The Source Module

    Section 7 Module Replacement Installing the Source Module You do not need to cut the wires connecting the source control board to the source module. The replacement kit includes the source and the source control board. STEP 5 Remove the source control board from the spectrometer and gently unplug the two connectors Connectors are fragile, make sure to manipulate connectors with caution.
  • Page 40 Installing the Source Module Section 7 Module Replacement This page has been left intentionally blank. AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...

  • Page 41: Section 8 Technical Information

    Section 8 Technical Information Specifications Section 8 Technical Information Specifications The following tables present the technical data of the MB3000 series FTIR spectrometers. All values are nominal. Data presented in the following tables are subject to change without prior notice. Electrical...

  • Page 42: Environmental

    Environmental Section 8 Technical Information Environmental In order for the MB3000 series FTIR spectrometer to meet its performance specifications, it must be operated under the following conditions: Storage temperature range: 0ºC to 30ºC, stable within ±5ºC Operating temperature 10ºC to 35ºC range: Spectrometer specifications at 25ºC ±...

  • Page 43: Data Communications

    Section 8 Technical Information Data Communications Data Communications Ethernet 10/100 Mbps Direct connect or LAN Optical Bench High-throughput double pivot Michelson Interferometer Mechanism: fully jacketed Laser: Solid state Beamsplitter Material: ZnSe Lasers Laser type Wavelength Output Class VCSEL 760 nm 2 mW 3B invisible AA003700-01 rev.
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  • Page 45: Section 9 - Troubleshooting

    Section 9 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Section 9 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Do not open the analyzer to perform troubleshooting procedures. Always use the Lockout/tag out procedure to power OFF the spectrometer. Refer Lockout/Tag Out Procedure on page 10. Each time you perform a step of the flow chart (refer to Table 9- 2) to correct a situation, reboot the system by closing and restarting the analyzer.
  • Page 46 Refer to Connector Location on page 26 Power No current at Power outlet Test outlet for voltage. Contact ABB. Refer to the back cover Internal problems of this document GREEN Normal operation Replace or install detector module. No detector connected...
  • Page 47 Section 9 Troubleshooting LED troubleshooting table Make sure the proper Network cable Network Cable not connected is used and connected to the Network or wrong type of cable Spectrometer and to a computer or a Network. Network connected but no Solid Check computer and/or network communication with the...
  • Page 48 Is wall outlet adequate? of LED. Refer to Solid GREEN? Is power switch ON? Identification on page 25. Internal problems. Contact ABB service. How is the Network LED?. Refer to the back cover of this manual GREEN GREEN and AMBER...

  • Page 49: Before Sending A Spectrometer To Abb Inc

    Before sending a spectrometer to ABB inc. Before sending a spectrometer to ABB, you must first: – obtain from ABB’s after sales service a Contamination Data Sheet. – fill out and sign the Contamination Data Sheet. Do not forget to check the checkboxes of the Non-contaminated Material Declaration section.
  • Page 50 Before sending a spectrometer to ABB inc. Section 9 Troubleshooting This page has been left intentionally blank. AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...

  • Page 51: Ce Certificate

    Appendix A Certificates of compliance CE Certificate Appendix A Certificates of compliance CE Certificate For the latest CE declaration of conformity version, contact ABB manufacturer. Figure A- 5. CE Certificate AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...

  • Page 52: Cb Test Certificate

    CB Test Certificate Appendix A Certificates of compliance CB Test Certificate Figure A- 6. CB Test Certificate AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...

  • Page 53: Tuv Certificate

    Appendix A Certificates of compliance TUV Certificate TUV Certificate Figure A- 7. TUV compliance certificate AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...

  • Page 54: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Ce And Fcc)

    Electromagnetic Compatibility (CE and FCC) Appendix A Certificates of compliance Electromagnetic Compatibility (CE and FCC) Emissions EN 61326, class A, FCC 20780, parts 15, class A EN 61000-4-3, level 2, Perf. criteria A* Radiated Immunity ENV 50204, level 2, Perf. criteria A* Conducted Immunity EN 61000-4-6, level 2, Perf.

  • Page 55: Introduction

    Contact our service department for any questions regarding the availability of firmware updates. The firmware can be updated with the ABB Bomem FTIR utility. Firmware Update The Ethernet connection allows easy update of the instrument’s firmware.The update is done via the ABB Bomem FTIR utility.
  • Page 56 Appendix B Firmware Update STEP 2 The ABB Bomem FTIR utility will search the Network for the presence of analyzers. A message indicating that the utility is detecting the presence of analyzers will appear. Then a list of all the analyzers present on the Network will appear in the ABB Bomem FTIR window.
  • Page 57 Appendix B Firmware Update Firmware Update STEP 4 In the Firmware Upload dialog box, select Select File, browse to locate and to select the updated firmware. Figure B- 3. Selecting update file STEP 5 Click OK to launch the updating process. This may take up to 5 minutes. At the end you will get a message that the instrument is rebooting.
  • Page 58 Firmware Update Appendix B Firmware Update STEP 6 The update will conclude with the confirmation screen. Figure B- 5. Firmware updated confirmation dialog box AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...

  • Page 59: Photometric Linearity

    Appendix C Spectroscopy Background Photometric Linearity Appendix C Spectroscopy Background Photometric Linearity Introduction Beer’s law relates the absorbance intensity of spectral bands to the concentration of the analyte and the pathlength of the light beam through the sample. In an FTIR Absorbance is not measured directly, but is derived via the negative logarithm of the ratio of sample spectrum divided by background spectrum.
  • Page 60 Introduction Appendix C Spectroscopy Background For liquid or solid samples, where the absorption bands are generally broader than the spectral resolution, it is expected that the absorbance will increase linearly with increase in optical path length. Hence a plot of absorbance vs pathlength should be linear.

  • Page 61: Photometric Linearity Evaluation

    Appendix C Spectroscopy Background Photometric Linearity Evaluation plot of absorbance vs normalized pathlength derived from the changes in absorbance at seven frequencies as indicated by red lines in Figure C- Absorbance vs normalized pathlength for 6 absorbance spectra at 7 frequencies Figure C- 2.

  • Page 62: Linearity Test Performance

    Linearity test performance Appendix C Spectroscopy Background A more demanding (and realistic) test is to permit a mixture of high transmittance and near zero transmittance within the same spectrum. This is achieved with a Polystyrene film of at least 75 μm thickness where there are 6 bands that have absorbance greater than 4 (less than 0.01% transmittance) while many parts of the spectrum are quite transparent.

  • Page 63: Reasons For Residual Transmittance At Highly Absorbing Bands

    In the ABB MB3000 series FTIRs, the open beam flux of radiation on the detector often exceeds the linear flux limit for the detector. In that case Photometric linearity may be unsatisfactory for demanding wide absorbance range measurements.

  • Page 64: Other Causes For Photometric Non-Linearity

    Other Causes for Photometric non-linearity Appendix C Spectroscopy Background A good example is extensive use of the Miracle accessory. It attenuates the beam by about a factor 3 and thus provides excellent sensitivity with the attenuator removed. Likewise a diffuse reflectance accessory will usually attenuate the beam significantly more than a factor 3 and the attenuator should be removed for best results.
  • Page 65 Figure C- 5. Much effort has been put in the design of the new MB3000 series as well as the original FTLA legacy series of FTIRs to avoid reflecting back radiation once it is modulated. For example the source elements are placed at an angle so that reflection is sent beside the interferometer.

  • Page 66: Suppression Of Double Modulated Stray Light By Spectral Band Selection

    Suppression of double modulated stray light by spectral band selectionAppendix C Spectroscopy Background high refractive index windows such as ZnSe that is placed at the sample focus. Using lower refractive index windows such as BaF , placing the cell away from the sample focus and placing the cell at a slight angle to the beam all are measures that help reduce double modulation stray light.

  • Page 67: Technical Background

    Technical background: The MB3000 Series includes a solid state laser in place of the He-Ne laser in order to reduce maintenance and improve the spectrometer life span. ABB already have many years experience of using solid state lasers in his FTIR instruments for satellites.
  • Page 68 Technical background: Appendix D Calibration Transfer from FTLA to MB3000 At factory, each solid state laser needs to have it wavelength calibrated. Since the laser is used in an FTIR, there is no need to adjust the temperature and/or current to get the same wavelength for all lasers.

  • Page 69: Differences Between The Ftla And The Mb3000 Series

    Appendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibration Differences Between the FTLA and the MB3000 Series Appendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibration Differences Between the FTLA and the MB3000 Series Field of view effects on FTIR Frequency scale calibration The frequency scale of an FTIR is extremely repeatable, reproducible and linear.

  • Page 70: Frequency Shift Due To Field Of View

    Frequency shift due to Field of View Appendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibration view defining positions for the MB3000. The source is a SiC glowbar with a 3 x 3 mm hot emitting area. Table 10. Location Magnification Size limit FOV limit source focal plane 1x 2.5 mm...

  • Page 71: Frequency And The Optical Axis

    Appendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibration Frequency and the optical axis Frequency and the optical axis The optical axis of an interferometer is defined as the direction of light propagation centered on the circular fringe pattern. For a flat mirror type interferometer it corresponds to the perpendicular to the flat mirrors.
  • Page 72 Frequency and the optical axis Appendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibration beam and hence the frequency reduces to COS (1 degree)= 0.999848 times the nominal frequency; a shift of 1.11 cm at 7300 cm and 0.29 cm at 1918 cm Figure E- 1.

  • Page 73: Effect Of Ir Beam Restricting Accessories On Frequency

    Appendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibration Effect of IR beam restricting accessories on frequency the expected frequency for the NIR water vapor line when measured with an open beam or large throughput sampling accessory. Figure E- 2. Illumination distribution as a function of frequency shift for figure 1 distribution Effect of IR beam restricting accessories on frequency A common example of a beam restricting accessory is the vial sampling accessory used with the MB3600.
  • Page 74 Effect of IR beam restricting accessories on frequency Appendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibration calibration. Figure 3 shows the accessory slit superimposed on the IR beam as restricted by the system (as in Figure 1) Figure E- 3. Illumination distribution with vial sampling accessory AA003700-01 rev.

  • Page 75: Calibration Transfer Between Ftla2000 And Mb3000 Systems

    Appendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibrationCalibration Transfer between FTLA2000 and MB3000 systems Figure E- 4. Illumination distribution as a function of frequency shift for figure 3 For broad spectral features or low resolution spectroscopy, the mean frequency for figure 4 is 7299.8 cm-1. However, when measuring the frequency of narrow lines such as water vapor at 1 cm-1 resolution, the apparent frequency will be higher than the average frequency because of the strong skew in the curve.
  • Page 76 Calibration Transfer between FTLA2000 and MB3000 systemsAppendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibration Figure E- 5. Illumination distribution for the FTLA2000-160 Figure E- 6. illumination distribution as a function of frequency for figure 5. AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...
  • Page 77 Appendix E FTIR Frequency scale calibrationCalibration Transfer between FTLA2000 and MB3000 systems The mean frequency for broad spectra is 7299.79 cm while for narrow spectral features it will appear higher. When verifying the frequency calibration with the narrow water vapor line at 1 cm- 1 resolution, for the same broad spectra average frequency, the water vapor frequency will be at different apparent locations.
  • Page 78 The redefinition of frequency is best determined by the Toluene reproducibility test where spectra are shifted until the Toluene spectrum is reproduced most precisely. Frequency redefinition requires a specific software module that is available from ABB. AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0...
  • Page 79 AA003700-01 rev. G. 2.0 Printed in Canada 03/08 Copyright © 2008 by ABB. All Rights Reserved ® Registered Trademark of ABB. ™ Trademark of ABB. http://www.mb3000ftir.com For America: 1-800- HELP-365 email: ftirservice@us.abb.com Analytical Business For North America: 1-800 858-3847 585 Charest Blvd East, suite 300 Québec, Québec G1K 9H4...

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