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NIST Traceability
ISO 17034
Calibration
NPL India
Frequently Asked Questions
The certified values are intended for use in calibrating the wavelength/wavenumber scale of spectrophotometers in the infrared (IR) spectral region from 3.2 μm to 18.5 μm (540 cm-1 to 3125 cm-1).
A unit consists of a matte finish polystyrene film approximately 38 μm thick with a 25 mm diameter exposed area, centered 38 mm from the bottom of a cardboard holder, which is 5 cm × 11 cm × 0.2 cm in size.
The ubiquitous use of FT-ER instruments has led to the need to establish a wavelength scale compatible with its high resolution. From the beginning of infrared spectroscopy, it was realized that a stable material for the calibration of spectrometers was required.
A number of materials were suggested including polystyrene, 1,2,4-chlorobenzene, toluene, and other compounds. Among these materials, polystyrene proved the most useful and is often used for the calibration of infrared spectrometers.
It has a long life of hundreds of years for natural decay, so a returnable policy is implemented for proper disposal according to local governance policy.