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miniRaman Microscope

The world’s smallest confocal and modular Raman microscope

A compact modular materials research system built on miniRaman series spectrometers. The built-in patented reference channel provides continuous calibration of laser wavelength and intensity, guaranteeing high optical throughput, wavenumber accuracy and spectral reproducibility.

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Key advantages

The most compact confocal microscope

The complete system measures 175 × 180 × 410 mm.

Patented continuous calibration

Real-time automatic compensation of laser wavelength drift.

High spatial resolution

Sub-micron lateral resolution of 800–900 nm and axial confocality of 2.5–3 µm.

Modularity and flexibility

Operates in both upright and inverted position.

Real-time visualisation

Reflected-light microscopy with simultaneous display of the laser spot on the sample.

Powerful spectral mapping

Automatic 2D/3D chemical mapping across XYZ coordinates and over time.

Models and specifications

Motorized platform

Compatible spectrometersminiRaman / miniRaman Pro
Lateral resolution (XY)800–900 nm
Axial resolution (Z)2.5–3 µm
White light microscopyReflected light with laser spot targeting
XYZ travel range30 × 30 × 30 mm
Minimum step500 nm

Manual platform

Compatible spectrometersminiRaman / miniRaman Pro
Lateral resolution (XY)800–900 nm
Axial resolution (Z)2.5–3 µm
White light microscopyReflected light with laser spot targeting
XYZ travel range30 × 30 × 30 mm
Minimum step5 µm

With focusing stage

Compatible spectrometersminiRaman / miniRaman Pro
Lateral resolution (XY)800–900 nm
Axial resolution (Z)2.5–3 µm
White light microscopyNot included
XYZ travel range10 × 10 × 13 mm
Minimum step5 µm
All platforms work in upright and inverted configuration. Resolution measured with a 100× objective at NA = 0.95.

Applications

Biology and medicine

Single cells and tissues, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, diagnostic biomarkers.

Nanotechnology and semiconductors

Graphene and nanotube spectroscopy, defect inspection in semiconductor structures.

Polymers and chemical industry

Microscopic analysis of phase separation, component distribution and inclusions.

Geology and mineralogy

Identification of micro-minerals and fluid inclusions in rocks.

Forensics and art studies

Micro-analysis of pigments, dyes, inks, substance traces and counterfeits.

Accessories and options

  • Objectives 10×, 20×, 50× and 100× verified for Raman spectroscopy
  • Thread adapters RMS, M25×0.75, magnetic M27×0.75
  • Holders for microscope slides and 96-well plates
  • PC or smartphone control over Bluetooth and USB-C via Miraspec software

Need help choosing a configuration?

We will match the configuration to your samples and quote delivery to Astana and across Kazakhstan.

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