Go Direct® Polarimeter (GDX-POL)
Specifications and User Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING
– Primary Test: Make sure you are using the latest version of Instrumental Analysis app. If using LabQuest 3, make sure you are using version 3.0.3 or newer. If using LabQuest 2, make sure you are using version 2.8.7 or newer.
RELATED TIL ENTRIES
What is the sample volume required by your Polarimeter?
What does the illumination value on the Polarimeter mean and what are its units?
Do you have experiments written for the Polarimeter?
I'm not getting accurate results with your Polarimeter.
My Go Direct Polarimeter does not complete calibration.
SPECIFICATIONS
– Accuracy (optical rotation measurements): +/-1 degree
– Sensitivity: typically up to OD 2
– Light Source: LED
– Wavelength (nominal): 589 nm
CALIBRATION
Because you are taking relative measurements of angle, you should perform a new calibration each time you connect the Polarimeter. See the user guide for details.
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