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RSpec Explorer
Item # P2-9505

$395.00
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Digitally capture an individual spectrum, and then compare it to a series of known spectra! The included
camera and software make this an easy and inexpensive solution to studying quantitative spectral data in the
classroom.

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Teach spectroscopy with live video! Digitally capture an individual spectrum, and then compare it to
a series of known spectra. The included camera and software make this an easy and inexpensive
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alternative for studying quantitative spectral analysis using a standard spectroscope.

The RSpec Explorer allows multiple users to experience the benefits of quantitative spectroscopy at
the same time, and in meaningful ways. Until now, it’s been nearly impossible to teach about light
and color using traditional tools like diffraction gratings because you can’t determine if all your
students are even seeing the same results of their experiments. But with the RSpec Explorer’s
camera and software system, you will be confident knowing that every student is seeing the same
thing. The result is that they’re spending less time wondering what they’re looking at and more time
on impactful tasks like: learning how to measure the wavelength of visible light, understanding the
different line spectra from ionized gas tubes, or studying the diffraction of light.

The RSpec Explorer’s powerful and intuitive software allows students to graph and displays the
results, helping them interpret what they’re seeing. Students can also export experimental data to
Excel, record their experiments, and leverage the built-in library of gas spectrum lines to compare
one ionized gas to another.

Simply position the RSpec Explorer on a stable surface, one or two meters from the light source.
There’s no fine-tuning or adjustment necessary. The internal video camera includes a built-in
diffraction grating and it auto-focuses and adjusts for current light conditions. The system works
with any XP or more recent Windows operating system and Macs. You can set up the camera and
capture a spectrum in about 90 seconds!

Notice: The RSpec Explorer is not compatible with Chromebooks.

Please note: If you are experiencing issues installing the RSpec Explorer application on your
computer, please contact us at helpdesk@arborsci.com.

 Products being sold are not toys. They are for Educational / Laboratory use only. They are not for
use by children 12 and under.

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What’s Included
Spectrometer with internal video camera
A table-top tripod
One license for the RSpec Explorer software
Features & Specs
Camera

USB camera with 640x480 resolution

auto-focus
interpolated to 1.3 megapixels
The focal length is 2.3 mm.
The focus distance is from about 5” (130 mm) to infinity.
The field of view is 68°.
Frame rate is 30 fps.
Cable length is 4’

Spectroscope

The spectroscope is a slit-less objective grating device with a dispersion of 1.30

Nanometers/pixel.
The range is from approximately 380 nm to 700 nm.
The spectroscope and camera are integrated into a sealed 3 x 1.5 x 1” plastic enclosure.
An aluminum tripod with a standard male camera thread, 4” legs (extendable to 6”) with a
universal swivel head.

Software

The single license allows for software use one Mac or Windows computer.
The software comes with a perpetual license and one year of free updates and support. After
that, annual update subscriptions are available for an additional cost.
Along with the hardware, the original shipment contains a URL for download of the software. No
media (CD, DVD) is available.
The software comes pre-calibrated for the spectroscope’s dispersion but allows the user to
customize the calibration using a polynomial fit.

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RSpec Software Is good.
A good demo but I found a need for a dark room (except for source examining),
contrary to help video claims.

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05/21/14
Helped us win canadian wide science fair
First, sorry for my english, it still need to get improved! We were looking to get light
spectral curves for the visible part of wavelenght of different kind of light bulbs to
choose the good ones to design a light therapy system for a science fair project. The
spectral curves found on internet were answering some of our questions but
lacking of p...Read More

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I recommend this product
Experiments in school

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12/09/13
I Can See The Light
 I used this right after I received it. I look forward to investigating different
applications in the classroom.

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11/05/13
Easy spectroscopy in a rugged package
I use this camera for my AP Physics B and Astronomy classes. The ease of set up
and use make transitioning to demonstrations with the camera and software very
quick. The results produced by this camera are excellent. My classes are able to
move from viewing spectra to using the spectra quickly and accuratley. The built in
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