OMA Color Analyzer
Technology

Principle of Operation

To analyze the chemical composition of the sample, the OMA uses an analysis method known as ultraviolet-visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy. The system measures absorbance from 200nm to 800nm and quantifies the amount of light absorbed by the sample at each integer wavlength; the OMA plots this raw data to visualize a high-resolution absorbance spectrum. Learn more

The OMA uses a long-life xenon light source to transmit a signal through the sample fluid in the flow cell. The signal is carried by fiber optic cables from the analyzer to the flow cell, where the chemical mixture of the sample has unique interactions with the light based on its current composition. Learn more

Color Absorbance Spectrum

Example: the APHA color of a sample (e.g. wastewater) corresponds directly to the height of the sample's absorbance curve in the 425-445nm wavelength region. The OMA monitors this region to determine the real-time sample color in the APHA scale. The system is calibrated using the absorbance of distilled water to represent APHA 0 and a 500 ppm PtCo stock solution to represent APHA 500.

User Interface

Our proprietary ECLIPSE software processes the raw spectral data to provide real-time concentration readings. The operator can easily navigate between views (trendgraph, spectrum, and more) using intuitive touch-screen navigation. You can also configure alarms, data logging, and outputs. Learn more

Inherent Safety

Most analyzers draw the process sample directly into the analyzer enclosure for analysis, which is dangerous if the sample fluid is toxic, explosive, or corrosive. The OMA design is unique: we bring the light to the sample, not the other way around. The sample circulates through the external flow cell, which receives the signal via fiber optic cables. Learn more