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- Brand
- Agilent
- Model
- Cary 50
- Documents
- 12
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2023-10-20
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Agilent Cary 50 Spectrophotometer Hardware Manual
This manual provides instructions for the hardware maintenance and installation of the Agilent Cary 50 Spectrophotometer. It covers safety practices, installation requirements, and specific procedures for replacing and aligning the lamp module and source mirror. The document also includes troubleshooting steps for common issues such as driver failures and performance testing.
Read onlineAgilent Cary 50 specifications
| Wavelength Range (Cary 50) | 190-1100 nm |
|---|---|
| Spectral Bandwidth (Cary 50) | Fixed at 1.5 nm |
| Detector (Cary 50) | 2 silicon diode detectors |
| Instrument Weight (Cary 50) | 21 kg |
| Operating System Support | Windows XP and Windows 2000 |
Source: Agilent Cary 50/100/300 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer Specifications Manual
All Agilent Cary 50 documents by type
Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
How to use the product for one specific task, with worked examples.
- Varian Cary 50 UV-Vis Advantage Note 6 3 p
- Agilent Cary 50 Microvolume Applications in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 3 p
- Agilent Cary 50 Spectrophotometer Application Note: Measuring Relative % Reflectance of Small Samples 3 p
- Agilent Cary 50/300/4000 Series Microvolume Measurement Application Note 5 p
- Agilent Cary 50/60 UV-Vis Application Note for Photo-Kinetics Investigation 6 p
- Agilent Cary 50/60 UV-Vis Nitrate Analysis Application Note 4 p
Questions answered in these manuals
What indicates the instrument is powered up?
The green indicator lamp on the front of the Cary 50 indicates the instrument is powered up.
Can operators remove the lamp module?
No, the lamp module contains high-voltage components and should never be disassembled by the operator.
What is the wavelength range of the Cary 50 spectrophotometer?
The Cary 50 covers a wavelength range of 190 nm to 1100 nm.
From: Agilent Cary 50/100/300 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer Specifications Manual
Which operating systems are supported by the Cary WinUV software?
The software runs on Windows XP and Windows 2000.
From: Agilent Cary 50/100/300 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer Specifications Manual
What is the warranty period for hardware support?
The hardware support period is twelve (12) months, though this may vary according to locations.
From: Agilent Cary 50 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer Guaranteed Specifications Manual
Can the sample compartment be left open during measurement?
Yes, the sample compartment can be left open due to the room light immunity of the Cary 50.
From: Agilent Cary 50 UV-Vis Spectrophotometer Guaranteed Specifications Manual
