Bruker Avance NMR User Manual

About this manual

This manual describes the hardware components, basic NMR theory, and the operation of the Bruker Avance NMR system. It covers magnet specifications, probehead setup, digital filtering, lock, shimming, and temperature control, as well as safety and maintenance notes.

The document also details data‑processing tools such as XWINPLOT, explains common pulse sequences, and lists a range of standard experiments (COSY, NOESY, TOCSY, HSQC, HMQC, HMBC, DEPT, etc.) with instructions for acquisition and analysis.

What's inside

• NMR Spectroscopy Basics
• Hardware Overview (Magnet, Probehead, Lock, Shim)
• Digital Features (Filtering, Lock, Temperature Control)
• Data Processing with XWINPLOT
• Standard Experiments (COSY, NOESY, TOCSY, HSQC, HMQC, HMBC, DEPT)
• Pulse Field Gradient and Oversampling
• Calibration and Phase Correction
• Safety and Maintenance

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What magnetic field strength does the Avance NMR operate at?

The system operates at 400 MHz, which corresponds to a magnetic field of 9.39 Tesla.

What software is used for data processing and plotting?

Data processing and plotting are performed with the XWINPLOT program.

Does the instrument have digital temperature control?

Yes, a digital temperature control unit is included.