Skip to main content
A Nanografi Nano Technology companyNanografi [email protected]
Sign in
Request analysis

Spectroscopy and diffraction

Olympus BX43F-based Confocal Micro-Raman Spectroscopy System

Laser-excited micro-Raman spectroscopy for chemical and structural identification at micrometre resolution, including phase and defect analysis of carbon materials.

Upright research microscope coupled to a Raman spectrometer
Photo: Sonjajnos via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
Operational
ASTM E1840
ASTM E2529

In short

Laser-excited micro-Raman spectroscopy for chemical and structural identification at micrometre resolution, including phase and defect analysis of carbon materials. The system comprises a Raman spectrometer coupled to an Olympus BX43F upright research microscope frame; a focused laser excites the specimen and the inelastically scattered light is collected to produce a vibrational spectrum.

Microscope frame
Olympus BX43F upright research microscope
Excitation
Visible-range laser excitation
Measurement modes
Point spectrum, line scan, area mapping, depth profile

Services on this instrument

Prices are a guide and may change with any additional requests. Our team will contact you to confirm the scope and the final price.

Overview

The system comprises a Raman spectrometer coupled to an Olympus BX43F upright research microscope frame; a focused laser excites the specimen and the inelastically scattered light is collected to produce a vibrational spectrum. Because Raman shifts respond directly to molecular bonding, crystalline phase, strain and defect density, the technique delivers non-destructive chemical identification with essentially no sample preparation. The microscope objectives enable point analysis, line scans and Raman mapping at sub-micrometre lateral resolution, while confocal optics provide depth discrimination in thin films and layered structures. Principal applications include D/G/2D band analysis of graphene and carbon nanotubes, crystallinity and component identification in polymers, phase discrimination in minerals and polymorph determination in pharmaceuticals. Results are reported as spectral library matches, peak parameters and chemical maps.

Measurement principle

Capabilities

  • Raman mapping by point, line and area scanning

  • D/G/2D band and defect analysis of graphene, CNTs and carbon materials

  • Crystallinity, orientation and component identification in polymers

  • Phase discrimination and polymorph determination in minerals and ceramics

  • Confocal depth profiling of layered structures

  • Spectral library matching and peak parameter reporting

Suitable samples

  • Graphene, carbon nanotubes and carbon powders

  • Polymer films, fibres and composites

  • Mineral, ceramic and glass specimens

  • Thin films and coatings

  • Pharmaceutical solid forms

  • Semiconductor and 2D materials

Technical specifications

Olympus BX43F-based Confocal Micro-Raman Spectroscopy System — Technical specifications
Microscope frameOlympus BX43F upright research microscope
ExcitationVisible-range laser excitation
Measurement modesPoint spectrum, line scan, area mapping, depth profile
Lateral resolutionSub-micrometre with high-magnification objectives
Sample preparationNone required; non-destructive, non-contact measurement
Data outputSpectra, peak tables, maps, library matches

Services on this instrument

Prices are a guide and may change with any additional requests. Our team will contact you to confirm the scope and the final price.
Manufacturer
Olympus
Model
BX43F
Catalogue no.
2
Reference standards
ASTM E1840, ASTM E2529

Quick answers

Raman: key facts

What is Olympus BX43F-based Confocal Micro-Raman Spectroscopy System used for?

It is used for: Raman mapping by point, line and area scanning, D/G/2D band and defect analysis of graphene, CNTs and carbon materials, Crystallinity, orientation and component identification in polymers, Phase discrimination and polymorph determination in minerals and ceramics, Confocal depth profiling of layered structures, and Spectral library matching and peak parameter reporting.

Which samples can Olympus BX43F-based Confocal Micro-Raman Spectroscopy System analyse?

Suitable samples: Graphene, carbon nanotubes and carbon powders, Polymer films, fibres and composites, Mineral, ceramic and glass specimens, Thin films and coatings, Pharmaceutical solid forms, and Semiconductor and 2D materials.

Which standards does Olympus BX43F-based Confocal Micro-Raman Spectroscopy System relate to?

Relevant standards: ASTM E1840 and ASTM E2529.

Which NAKTEM services use Olympus BX43F-based Confocal Micro-Raman Spectroscopy System?

Raman Spectroscopy Analysis and Instrument Operator Training.

What results do I receive?

Typical deliverables: Baseline-corrected Raman spectra with peak position and width tables, D/G and 2D/G ratio evaluation for carbon materials, Optical micrographs documenting the measured spots, Method summary covering laser wavelength, power, exposure and objective, and Raw spectral data (CSV/TXT) and PDF report.

  • Characterization

    FTIR or Raman: Which Technique Fits Your Sample?

    FTIR and Raman probe the same molecular vibrations by different physics. A practical guide to choosing between them, what each needs from your sample, and how to read the resulting spectrum.

    November 9, 20267 min read

Request analysis on this instrument

Tell us about your sample and the question. Our scientists confirm feasibility and propose a measurement plan.

Request analysis