Ocean Optics Introduces Surface-enhanced Raman Spectroscopy Substrates

MUMBAI, November 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --

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Gold Nanoparticle SERS Substrates Amplify Raman Effects

Ocean Optics has introduced a new substrate for Raman spectroscopy applications. Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) substrates are highly sensitive, stable and reliable, delivering precise trace-level Raman spectroscopy measurement in applications ranging from chemical and explosive agent detection, to authentication, contaminant screening and quality control in production environments and the laboratory.

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Using precisely controlled gold nanoparticles, Ocean Optics SERS substrates amplify very weak Raman signals by many orders of magnitude. The result is fast, repeatable SERS measurements for the identification and quantification of SERS-active analytes. Detection at the parts per billion and even parts per trillion level are possible.

Ocean Optics' unique SERS substrate manufacturing method results in affordable mass production with high repeatability and customisation options. Standard substrates are microscope slide format with a 5mm diameter active area. Ocean Optics uses optical-grade borosilicate glass and high-performance silicone-based adhesive for compatibility with a wide range of solvents. Customised designs are available on demand with a choice of form factor such as swabs and coatings, as well as the ability to impart specificity to particular analytes.

SERS substrates work reliably with the complete range of Ocean Optics Raman instruments, including the IDRaman mini handheld Raman spectrometer.

For more information on Ocean Optics SERS substrates visit http://oceanoptics.com/product/sers/

To learn more about SERS substrates, please contact an Ocean Optics applications scientist at [email protected]. For enquiries contact Daniëlle Ravenshorst on Tel: +31(0)263190500 or visit http://www.oceanoptics.com

About Ocean Optics

Headquartered in Dunedin, Fla., Ocean Optics (a Halma company) is a leading supplier of solutions for optical sensing - fundamental methods of measuring and interpreting the interaction of light with matter. With locations in the Americas, Europe and Asia, the company has sold more than 200,000 spectrometers worldwide since 1992. Ocean Optics' extensive line of complementary technologies includes chemical sensors, analytical instrumentation, optical fibers, metrology products and optics. Ocean Optics is a subsidiary of Halma plc, an international market leader in safety, health and sensor technology.

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About Halma

Halma, the leading safety, health and environmental technology group is a public company listed on the London Stock Exchange and has over 5,000 employees in nearly 50 subsidiaries worldwide. Halma's subsidiaries make products that protect lives and improve the quality of life for people through innovation in market leading products, which make its customers safer, more competitive and more profitable. These subsidiaries are assisting India's economy in areas such as energy, manufacturing, healthcare, water and waste treatment, construction and transport. Halma has an office in Mumbai.

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Media Contact: Sunil Balan, [email protected], +91-7738161211, Marketing Manager, Halma India