Monochromator, infrared

The schematic layout of a single-monochromator infrared spectrophotometer has been duly depicted in Figure 22.2. 

Figure 22.2. Optical Diagram of a Single-Monochromator Infrared Spectrophotometer.

Figure 22.3 Optical Diagram of a Double-Monochromator Infrared Spectrophotometer (Beckman Model IR-9)...

The various components of a double-monochromator infrared spectrophotometer shown in Figure 22.3 are as follows below ... 

The diverged infrared radiation from the input slit is directed to a parabolic mirror and returned toward the splitting system (prism or gird). Depending on the type of optical principle, the parallel reflected infrared light passes through the prism or split by the diffraction gird. It is then reflected back by a plane mirror at the same parabolic reflector for the Littrow monochromator or at a second parabolic reflector for the Ebert monochromator. After this, the monochromic infrared radiation is directed to the output slit. 

Fig. 33, Schematic structure of a double-monochromator infrared device S) = radiation source M) = measuring beam 2 radiation paths Vg) = reference beam Sp) = rotating mirror system E) = entrance mirror A) = exit mirror D) = detector K) = aperture the aperture setting is a measure of the absorption of the substance at a given wavelength...

The first requirement is a source of infrared radiation that emits all frequencies of the spectral range being studied. This polychromatic beam is analyzed by a monochromator, formerly a system of prisms, today diffraction gratings. The movement of the monochromator causes the spectrum from the source to scan across an exit slit onto the detector. This kind of spectrometer in which the range of wavelengths is swept as a function of time and monochromator movement is called the dispersive type. 

If the sample is placed in the path of the infrared beam, usually between the source and the monochromator, it will absorb a part of the photon energy having the same frequency as the vibrations of the sample molecule s atoms. The comparison of the source s emission spectrum with that obtained by transmission through the sample is the sample s transmittance spectrum. 

Infrared instruments using a monochromator for wavelength selection are constructed using double-beam optics similar to that shown in Figure 10.26. Doublebeam optics are preferred over single-beam optics because the sources and detectors for infrared radiation are less stable than that for UV/Vis radiation. In addition, it is easier to correct for the absorption of infrared radiation by atmospheric CO2 and 1420 vapor when using double-beam optics. Resolutions of 1-3 cm are typical for most instruments. 

Additions to the PLM include monochromatic filters or a monochromator to obtain dispersion data (eg, the variation in refractive index with wavelength). By the middle of the twentieth century, ultraviolet and infrared radiation were used to increase the identification parameters. In 1995 the FTIR microscope gives a view of the sample and an infrared absorption pattern on selected 100-p.m areas (about 2—5-ng samples) (37). 

Sohd-state multi-element detector arrays in the focal planes of simple grating monochromators can simultaneously monitor several absorption features. These devices were first used for uv—vis spectroscopy. Infrared coverage is limited (see Table 3), but research continues to extend the response to longer wavelengths. Less expensive nir array detectors have been appHed to on-line process instmmentation (125) (see Photodetectors). 

The only X-ray source with sufficient intensity for surface measurements is synchrotron radiation. Synchrotron radiation is white light, including all wavelengths ftom the infrared to X rays. A spectroscopy experiment needs a particular wavelength (photon energy) to be selected with a monochromator and scanned through... 

Fig. 19.2 Layout of an infrared spectrophotometer employing a diffraction grating for monochromation. Reproduced by permission from R. C. J. Osland, Principles and Practices of Infrared Spectroscopy, 2nd edn, Philips Ltd, 1985.

In the early work of Bewick and Robinson (1975), a simple monochromator system was used. This is called a dispersive spectrometer. In the experiment the electrode potential was modulated between two potentials, one where the adsorbed species was present and the other where it was absent. Because of the thin electrolyte layer, the modulation frequency is limited to a few hertz. This technique is referred to as electrochemically modulated infrared reflectance spectroscopy (EMIRS). The main problem with this technique is that data acquisition time is long. So it is possible for changes to occur on the electrode surface. 

HREELS experiments [66] were performed in a UHV chamber. The chamber was pre-evacuated by polyphenylether-oil diffusion pump the base pressure reached 2 x 10 Torr. The HREELS spectrometer consisted of a double-pass electrostatic cylindrical-deflector-type monochromator and the same type of analyzer. The energy resolution of the spectrometer is 4-6 meV (32-48 cm ). A sample was transferred from the ICP growth chamber to the HREELS chamber in the atmosphere. It was clipped by a small tantalum plate, which was suspended by tantalum wires. The sample was radia-tively heated in vacuum by a tungsten filament placed at the rear. The sample temperature was measured by an infrared (A = 2.0 yum) optical pyrometer. All HREELS measurements were taken at room temperature. The electron incident and detection angles were each 72° to the surface normal. The primary electron energy was 15 eV. 

The infrared spectra were recorded with a Grubb-Parson single-beam grating spectrometer provided with a GS 4-type monochromator (resolution... 

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