NWSPEC
FT-NIR Spectrometer for Milk, Grain, Feed
FT-NIR Spectrometer for Milk, Grain, Feed
IR250 FT-NIR Analyzer Order Guide
Rapid analysis of solids and semi-solids. Non-destructive. No sample preparation.
Choose Your Application. We'll Configure the System.
The IR250 adapts to your specific industry needs — from milk powder to wheat protein — with customized calibrations and accessories.
Step 1: Select Your Primary Application
🥛 Milk & Dairy Powders
Whole milk powder, skim milk, infant formula, whey protein, cream powders
- Fat, protein, moisture, lactose
- Acidity, ash, sucrose
- Origin verification
🌾 Wheat & Flour Milling
Whole grain wheat, flour, semolina, milling by-products
- Moisture, protein, ash
- Wet gluten, gluten index
- Zeleny sedimentation, water absorption
🌽 Corn & Oilseeds
Corn, soybeans, rapeseed, sunflower, peanuts
- Moisture, protein, oil
- Starch content
- Amino acids (soybean meal)
🍚 Rice & Paddy
Paddy rice, brown rice, milled rice, rice flour
- Moisture, protein, amylose
- Degree of milling
- Chalkiness detection
🌱 Feed & Animal Nutrition
Compound feeds, raw materials, DDGS, premixes
- Moisture, protein, fat, fiber
- Ash, calcium, phosphorus
- Amino acid profile
🔬 Custom Application
Specialty grains, food ingredients, industrial materials
- Custom calibration development
- Specialty sample handling
- Research & development
Step 2: Choose Your Configuration
| Configuration | Best For | Key Features | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
IR250-M Milk & Dairy Package |
Milk powder plants, dairy QC labs, infant formula production |
• Pre-calibrated for 8+ dairy parameters • Sample rotator for homogeneous powders • Moisture-proof design |
Sample rotator, 2 sample cups, 1 box sample tubes, background accessory, dairy calibration library Popular |
|
IR250-G Grain Analysis Package |
Grain elevators, flour mills, seed companies, trading houses |
• Whole grain transmission + ground reflectance • Test weight module optional • 76+ grain calibrations included |
Sample rotator, whole grain funnel, flour module, 6 sample cups, grain calibration library (wheat, corn, rice, soy) |
|
IR250-F Feed Analysis Package |
Feed mills, animal nutrition, commodity inspection |
• Optimized for heterogeneous feed mixtures • Amino acid calibration available • High-moisture sample handling |
Sample rotator, coarse sample cups, feed calibration library (raw materials + finished feeds) |
|
IR250-R Research & Multi-Purpose |
R&D labs, universities, multi-product facilities |
• Widest calibration library (200+ compounds) • Custom model development software • All accessories included |
Complete accessory set, UCal custom calibration software, 200+ compound library, training package |
Step 3: Customize Your System
The IR250 is built-to-order. Select additional options to match your exact requirements:
- Additional Calibrations: Add specialty grains (barley, oats, sorghum), oilseeds (canola, sunflower), or food ingredients (starches, sugars)
- Sample Handling: Liquid cell kit for oils and liquid dairy, large sample cup for coarse feeds, micro-sample adapter for breeding programs
- Software Upgrades: Network license for multiple stations, 21 CFR Part 11 compliance package, cloud connectivity module
- Hardware Options: Test weight module (HLW), automated sample feeder, barcode scanner integration, thermal printer
- Service Packages: Installation & training, annual calibration maintenance, extended warranty, on-site method development
Application Capabilities
Typical Samples
Whole milk powder, skim milk powder, whey powder, whey protein concentrate, lactose powder, cream powder, infant formula, milk protein concentrates
Measured Parameters
Fat Protein Moisture Lactose Ash Acidity SucroseTypical Samples
Whole grain wheat, wheat flour, semolina, durum wheat, milling streams, wheat bran
Measured Parameters
Moisture Protein Wet Gluten Gluten Index Ash Zeleny Water Absorption Starch DamageTypical Samples
Corn/maize, soybean, rapeseed/canola, sunflower seed, peanut, cottonseed
Measured Parameters
Moisture Protein Oil/Fat Starch Fiber Amino AcidsTypical Samples
Paddy rice, brown rice, milled rice, broken rice, rice flour, parboiled rice
Measured Parameters
Moisture Protein Amylose Degree of Milling ChalkinessTypical Samples
Soybean meal, rapeseed meal, DDGS, wheat bran, corn gluten meal, fish meal, compound feeds, premixes
Measured Parameters
Moisture Protein Fat Fiber Ash Ca P Salt Amino AcidsCustom Development Available
Specialty grains, food ingredients, starches, sugars, ethanol production, brewing, malt, cocoa, coffee
Capabilities
Custom Calibrations Method Development Research Mode Qualitative IDConfigure Your IR250 System
Tell us your application and sample types. We'll recommend the optimal configuration with pre-calibrated models ready for immediate use.
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GC Accessories
GC graphite/Vespel sealing gasket
GC injection port split septum
Syringe for GC
Capillary-column chromatography
Inlet Septa for Gas Chromatography
Chromatographic column
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I contact you?
Feel free to call us T+86 189-6516-4839
or email sales@nwspec.com to:
• Place an order
• Ask for a quote
• Or if you have any other questions
You will always get a live person here at NWSPEC; never an automated system!
We are open from 6:00AM - 7:00PM Eastern Time, Monday - Friday.
Where can I find application notes?
If you have any questions regarding the application notes, or can't find the one you are looking for, please contact Sales at sales@nwspec.com
Do you have instructional manuals for your instruments to download?
Yes, we have instructional manuals for our instruments. They can be found on https://nwspec.com/pages/resource .
If you don't see the one you are looking for, please contact: sales@nwspec.com