DiffusIR –

Research Grade Diffuse Reflectance Accessory

Advanced temperature studies of
materials in controlled environments can
be done using the PIKE environmental
chambers. Chambers for the DiffusIR can
be operated at temperatures ranging from
-150 to 1000 ºC and at pressures up to
1500 psi. The optional chambers are easily
inserted into the DiffusIR and secured
using push-lock pins.
Coupling the environmental chambers with the PIKE
Temperature Control Module and TempPRO™ software provides
the ability to graphically set up the experiment with unlimited
ramps and initiate data collection at specified time or temperature
intervals when used with most FTIR instruments.
A special version of the DiffusIR with gold-coated optics is
available for maximum mid-IR performance and for NIR diffuse
reflectance sampling. The DiffusIR and its options are compatible
Features with most FTIR spectrometers.

• Large, highly efficient collection optics for maximum

sensitivity and detection limits
• Micrometer-controlled sample focus to optimize results
for every sample
• Optional environmental chambers for heating, cooling,
high-vacuum and high-pressure applications
• Quick release feature of environmental chambers for easy
insertion and removal of sealed chambers
• Digital PC controller option for macro control of data
collection at user specified temperatures or times
• Sealed and purgeable optical design to eliminate water
vapor and carbon dioxide interference
PIKE TempPRO software provides a graphical interface for temperature
control and kinetic measurements.
The PIKE Technologies DiffusIR™ is a research-grade diffuse
reflectance accessory with an efficient optical design
accommodating the optional PIKE Technologies environmental
chambers. These specialized chambers can be used to study
thermodynamic properties of materials, to determine reaction
mechanisms, to perform catalytic studies and much more.
The heart of the DiffusIR is a unique monolithic ellipsoidal
reflector permanently fixed in place – eliminating the need for
repositioning the focus optics for sample placement. The DiffusIR
optical design is optimized to efficiently collect diffuse radiation
generated from the sample and minimize the effects of the specular
radiation component.

Optical geometry of
the DiffusIR accessory
Thermal transformation of hydrated inorganic compound measured
using the DiffusIR with environmental chamber. Spectra automatically
collected between 80 and 160 ºC at 5º increments using PIKE TempPRO
software.
With the DiffusIR, sample introduction is performed using an
integral 2-position slide – enabling background and sample spectra
to be collected without loss of purge. The sample height can be
optimized by using the micrometer sample focusing adjustment.
In this manner the sensitivity of the accessory is maximized
without sacrificing precision. The DiffusIR comes with a Sample
Preparation and Loading Kit and a Sample Abrasion Kit for the
analysis of intractable samples. The DiffusIR optics are enclosed
and equipped with purge tubes for the elimination of water and
CO2 interferences. Low temperature chamber
shown with connections
 O r d e r i n g I n fo r m a t i o n
D iffus IR A ccessory (must select one) R eplacement P arts and S upplies (cont.)
Part Number Description Part Number Description

041-10XX DiffusIR Accessory 160-1132 Disk, KBr, 32 x 3 mm

Includes Sample Preparation Kit with 2 micro and 2 macro
160-1113 Disk, ZnSe, 32 x 3 mm
sample cups, sample loading tools, Abrasion Sampling Kit,
SiC and diamond sampling disks, alignment mirror, 35-mm 160-1231 Disk, ZnSe, 32 x 3 mm, with anti-reflective coating
mortar with pestle and KBr powder (100 g) 160-5049 Disk, SiO2, 32 x 3 mm
041-60XX DiffusIR Accessory with Gold-Coated Optics 160-5125 Disk, SiO2, 32 x 3 mm, low OH
Includes Sample Preparation Kit with 2 micro and 2 macro
sample cups, sample loading tools, Abrasion Sampling Kit, 160-1159 Disk, Si, 32 x 3 mm
SiC and diamond sampling disks, alignment mirror, 35-mm 162-4210 O-Ring for DiffusIR Chamber (10 ea.)
mortar with pestle and KBr powder (100 g)
162-4215 O-Ring for DiffusIR Chamber cooling line (10 ea.)
Note: Replace XX with your spectrometer’s Instrument Code listed on page 164.
162-4251 Ceramic Cup for DiffusIR Chamber, porous
D iffus IR O ptions 162-4270 Alignment Mirror for DiffusIR Chamber
Part Number Description
Note: Please contact PIKE Technologies for items not described in this list.
162-4150 DiffusIR Environmental Chamber, HTV, ambient to 500 °C
162-4200 DiffusIR Environmental Chamber, HTV, ambient to 1000 °C D i ff u s IR S p e c i f i c a t i o n s
162-4180 High-Pressure Adapter Dome for Chambers, HTV Optical Design 3X ellipsoidal
162-4140 DiffusIR Environmental Chamber, LTV, -150 to 500 °C Angle of Incidence 30 degrees, nominal
Notes: HTV and LTV chambers require the selection of a temperature control Dimensions (W x D x H) 180 x 230 x 130 mm (excluding purge
module. DiffusIR Chambers include front plate accommodating environmental tubes and baseplate)
chamber (easily changeable with standard DiffusIR front plate), Pin-Loc chamber
Sample Focus Micrometer
insertion for easy sample exchange, KBr window, ceramic sampling cups
compatible with vacuum and reaction formats, ports and 2 shut-off valves for Sample Positions 2 positions, slide stops for background
vacuum operation and ports for connection of water cooling. The 500 °C and and sample with no purge loss
1000 °C HTV chambers may be fitted with the high-pressure adapter and are
Sample Cups Micro: 6 x 1.6 mm deep
easily switchable from standard vacuum to high-pressure operation. The
Macro: 10 x 2.3 mm deep
LTV chamber is not compatible with simultaneous pressurization and low
temperature operation. Operation of the LTV at sub-ambient temperatures Purge Standard purge tubes and
requires part number 162-4165 Liquid Nitrogen-Cooled System and Temperature purge connection
Control Module and rotary pump for vacuum insulation. All chambers require a
liquid circulator to reduce heat transfer to the outer housing and to preserve the life
of the chamber heaters.
Environmental Chamber Specifications
T emperature C ontrol M odules
Part Number Description
Temperature Range, HTV Ambient to 500 or 1000 °C
Temperature Range, LTV -150 to 500 °C
076-2550 Digital Temperature Control Module
Accuracy +/- 0.5% of set point
007-0207 PIKE TempPRO Software
Heating Rate, Maximum Up to 120 °C/minute, HTV
162-4165 
Liquid Nitrogen-Cooled System and Temperature Control
Temperature Control Digital
Module DiffusIR Environmental Chamber, LTV, -150 to 500 °C
Kinetic Setup • Touch-panel display
Notes: Digital Temperature Control Module with TempPRO software (sold Requires Digital Temperature • Unlimited temperature ramps
separately) provides a graphical user interface for setting experiment parameters Control Module and PIKE • Individual ramp rate and hold
and data collection. Please contact PIKE for PC compatibility. The Temperature TempPRO Software time settings
Control Modules for the HTV and LTV chambers are not interchangeable. (sold separately) • Graphical display of experiment
settings
R eplacement P arts and S upplies • Trigger data collection at specified
Part Number Description times or temperatures
• USB interface
170-1100 Liquid Recirculator
Sensor K Type (for HTV)
042-2010 Sample Cup, micro, 6 mm diameter, 1.6 mm deep (2 ea.) RTD Type, Pt100 (for LTV)
042-2020 Sample Cup, macro, 10 mm diameter, 2.3 mm deep (2 ea.) Input 100–240 VAC (HTV and LTV versions)
Output 28 VDC/84 W maximum (HTV version)
042-3030 Sample Cup Holder and Base
54VDC/84 W maximum (LTV version)
160-8010 KBr Powder (100 g)
042-3040 Sample Preparation Kit Vacuum Achievable 1 x 10-6 Torr (13 x 10-4 Pa)
042-3010 Abrasion Sampling Kit Window Size 32 x 3 mm disk (vacuum)
32 mm ZnSe dome (pressure)
042-3020 Abrasion Disks, silicon carbide (100 ea.)
Leak Rate < 6.0 x 10-11 Pa m3/sec
042-3025 Abrasion Disks, diamond (50 ea.)
Pressure Maximum • 1500 psi, with High-Pressure Adapter
042-3060 Flat Sample Post (available in HTV versions only)
• 14.7 psi (1 atmosphere) using KBr
042-3080 Alignment Mirror, aluminum window
042-3082 Alignment Mirror, gold Sample Cup Size Macro: 6.0 mm OD, 4.0 mm height
Micro: 4.7 mm ID, 2.0 mm depth
162-4303 Rotary Pump for vacuum insulation
Sample Cup Design Porous ceramic compatible with
powders and gas flow
Cooling Ports Quick-Fit, 6 mm ID
Gas/Vacuum Ports 1/8” Swagelok®

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