Spectrophotometer

For water and

waste water testing
330 - 900 nm

Highlights
• 330 to 900 nm

• Interface RS232

• Large illuminated display

• Touch-sensitive film keypad with

logical layout

• Use of round vials and rectangular

cells of different sizes without adapter

• 35 user-specific methods

• Fast, easy lamp change

• Update via Internet

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The SpectroDirect is a modern single-beam Functions Power supply
spectrophotometer with an excellent price/perfor-
mance ratio that is specifically designed for water ■ Pre-programmed Lovibond methods
®
The required input voltage is 12 V.
testing. The SpectroDirect is connected to an external
■ Absorption
power pack as standard. Battery operation is
The instrument is equipped with a wide range of
■ Transmission also possible by using an external energy station
pre-programmed methods based on the proven
(see accessories).
range of Lovibond® tube tests, tablet reagents, ■ Spectral data recording
liquid reagents and powder reagents (Vario
Powder Packs). ■ User calibration (polynomials)
■ Concentration (linear) Choice of language
■ Kinetics The user prompt in the display can be switched
Optics to German, English, French, Italian, Spanish or
The SpectroDirect is a single-beam spectral Portugese. If further languages are available
photometer (see illustration). they can be updated via internet.
Self-test
The light source is a tungsten halogen lamp
with flash function. The lamp is switched on only After it is switched on, the SpectroDirect
momentarily during of the measurement process1), automatically performs a self-test – beginning
so there is no need for a warm-up period. The with a function test of the stepper motor and the N.I.S.T. Traceability
SpectroDirect is ready to perform a self-test as halogen lamp, followed by an optics test. For this
purpose, the unit has a built-in didymium glass This spectrophotometer can be tested using a
soon as it is switched on.
filter. This filter checks the correct wavelength Secondary Standard Filter Set (order code 711160)

Photometry
The light passes through an entry slot to the setting. If the wavelengths are incorrect, the which is N.I.S.T. traceable. Furthermore the
monochromator, where it is split into spectral optical system is automatically adjusted during instrument may be calibrated for each method
ranges. The monochromator is a holographically the self-test. in a "user calibration mode” with N.I.S.T.
produced, transparent grating. The movable mirror traceable standards.
ensures that light of the desired wavelength is
focused automatically so that it passes through the
exit slot, into the sample chamber and therefore
through the water sample. The light that is not
Maintenance
absorbed Thanks to the design of the SpectroDirect, the
by the sample travels to the silicon photodiode
detector. This signal is then evaluated by a
only maintenance that is required is replacement
of the light source. The lamp is situated at the
Applications
microprocessor and shown as a result in the display. back of the photometer in an easily accessible
position. Changing the lamp is fast and simple • Waste Water
1) (Exception: permanent light is used for a wavelength scan).
and does not require any tools. The positioning • Drinking Water
of the assembly ensures optimum focusing of the
halogen lamp. • Industrial Process Water
Multifunctional • Science & Research
sample chamber
• Governmental and Private Laboratories
Round vials measuring 16 mm and 24 mm in
diameter and rectangular cells with pathlengths
from 10 to 50 mm may be used without an
adapter. Only the 10 mm cell will be fixed by a
little holder that must inserted into the sample
chamber.

New methods
Test methods are continuously updated to suit
market requirements.
You can find updates for new methods and
additional languages on our website at
www.lovibond.com.

➲ Please see pages 78 onwards for

reagents (order codes)

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 User prompt Spectral data
A wavelength scan is performed over the user-
The user prompt is a convenient and easy to
defined interval between 330 and 900 nm.
understand feature that guides the user step by
step all the way through to the test result. The display shows the graph of the spectrum; if
the user presses a key, the display also shows a
data list with the corresponding maximum and
Zero calibration and measurements minimum absorption levels.
The user chooses the desired method either
from the method list in alphabetical order or by
entering a numerical code. If desired additional
information like the required vial, the reagent
type and the measuring range can be displayed
using the functional keys. The date and time are
shown in the display by pressing the "clock key".
The SpectroDirect automatically selects the correct
wavelength.
Zero calibration is performed with the water
sample by pressing the ZERO key.
A characteristic coloration develops when you
add the indicator to the water sample. Press the
Printer/PC connection [Test] key to initiate the measurement (which starts Absorption/Transmission
On the back of the SpectroDirect photometer, either immediately or after the time required for Using this function, the operator can, for
there is an RS232 interface with a 9-pin D-Sub colour development). example, carry out measurement of standards
connector for connection of a PC or a printer with with different concentrations using the user-
serial interface (see accessories). selected wavelength in order to obtain the data
Countdown function pairs required for a polynomial. Result output is in
Abs and % Transmission.
With some methods, after adding the indicator
Printing data to the water sample, the user has to wait for a
Every result is printed with date, time, reg. no, predefined colour reaction time. This time interval
code no., measuring range and method number. is shown in the display. The remaining time is dis- Polynomials
played continuously. An alarm sounds during the With the help of an external mathematical pro-
last 10 seconds of the time periode. Measurement gram, the corresponding polynomial is created
then starts automatically, and the result is shown from data pairs (concentration/absorption). A
Storing data in the display. The countdown function can be known polynomial may also be used. 25 order po-
You can store results of programmed and user- switched off to allow rapid processing of a series lynomials (y = A+Bx+Cx2 +Dx3 +EX4 + FX5) can be
specific methods (polynomials) in a memory with of samples. stored together with user-specific parameters such
a capacity of 1000 data sets. Alongside the result, as wavelength, measuring range, unit and number
the data sets contain information on method, date of decimals.
and time of the test. Differentiation of results
The SpectroDirect allows differentiated tests for
certain methods. With the Chlorine method, for Concentration
example, differentiated measurement is possible This function can be used to measure 2 to 14
for free, combined and total chlorine. known standards. On the basis of the concentra-
tions/absorption pairs obtained, the photometer
will calculate a linear interpolation between the
Functions measured points. Up to 10 methods can be stored
for further sample measurements.
The SpectroDirect is ideal for routine laboratory
use and is equipped with additional functions for
1) 6)
user-specific applications. One example is the crea-
tion of a user-defined method for a routine check.

2)

4)

3)
5)

1) Tungsten halogen lamp

2) Monochromator
3) Movable mirror
4) Sample chamber
5) Silicon photodiode
6) Microprocessor unit

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Technical data Accessories Delivery Content
Wavelength range: 330 to 900 nm Item Code SpectroDirect (standard equipment)

Photometric range: -0.3 to 2.5 Abs • SpectroDirect (basic unit)

Replacement halogen lamp 71 10 00
• Power supply unit 100 - 240 V
Spectral bandwidth: 10 nm Magnetic pin (for updates) 19 80 16 87-2
• Serial cable for connection to a PC
Wavelength ± 2 nm Connection cable to a PC 19 81 97 • Magnetic pin
accuracy:
• 2 batteries (AA)
Connection to a 12 V plug 71 10 40
Wavelength ± 1 nm • Manufacturers test certificate M
reproducibility: Case for transport 71 20 50
• Warranty information
Light source: Pre-adjusted tungsten Universal adapter for sockets 19 20 65 • Instruction manual
halogen lamp
Secondary standard set 71 11 60 Order code: 71 20 00
Monochromator: Holographic grating
Plastic funnel with handle 47 10 07
Detector: Silicon photodiode
Cleaning cloth for vials 19 76 35 SpectroDirect (advanced features)
Multifunctional Round vials
sample chamber for: 24 and 16 mm Ø, • SpectroDirect in aluminium case
Power supply unit 71 10 90

Photometry
Rectangular cells
10 - 50 mm 100-240 V / 50-60 Hz • Power supply unit 100 - 240 V
• Serial cable for connection to a PC
Display: Backlit LCD Power station, 71 10 50
graphic display 230 V / 50 Hz • Magnetic pin
with cable for connection • 2 batteries (AA)
Language options: German, English,
French, Italian, Spanish, • Energy station
Portugese 12 round vials with lid 19 76 20
Height 48 mm, 24 mm Ø • Replacement lamp
Storage capacity: 1000 test data sets • 12 round vials with lids, 24 mm Ø
5 round vials with lid 19 76 29
Serial interface: RS232 Height 48 mm, 24 mm Ø • 10 round vials with lids, 16 mm Ø
• 2 rectangular cells, 10 mm path length
Dimensions: 270 x 275 x 150 mm 10 round vials with lid 19 76 65
(L x W x H) Height 90 mm, 16 mm Ø • 2 rectangular cells, 50 mm path length
• Plastic stirring rod, 13 cm
Weight: approx. 3.2 kg Vial stand for 6 round vials 41 89 51
Ø 24 mm, acrylic glass • Manufacturers test certificate M
Power supply Input: 100 - 240 V ~
• Warranty information
unit: 1.0 A 50 - 60 Hz Vial stand for 10 vials 41 89 57
Output: 12 V .... 30 W (Ø 16 mm or 13,5 mm), acrylic glass • Instruction manual

CE-Conformity W 100, rectangular cell 60 10 40 Order code: 71 20 05

optical glass OG,
10 mm path length

W 100, rectangular cell 60 10 70

optical glass OG,
50 mm path length We would be pleased to quote a ready to
use spectrophotometer unit for the
W 110, rectangular cell 66 11 30 parameters and required accessories.
Quartz-UV-glass,
10 mm path length
➲ Please see pages 78 onwards for
reagents (order codes)
Paper printer DPN 2335 19 80 75
with power pack (230 V, 50 Hz)
connection cable and one paper roll

Arsenic glass apparatus 37 05 00

delivery content:

Erlenmeyer flask 37 05 01

Glass stopper 37 05 02

Absorption tube 37 05 03

additionally required (not included, please order

separately):
W 100, cell, Optical-Glass-OG, 60 10 50
20 mm path length
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