Vaya
The Agilent Vaya handheld Raman spectrometer system combines conventional handheld Raman spectrometer technology with spatially offset Raman spectroscopy (SORS) for analysis. The SORS handheld Raman spectrometer technology verifies raw material identity without interference from the container or liner, minimizing fluorescence.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Agilent Technologies |
| Product Name |
| Vaya |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
| Detection Principle |
| Molecular Spectroscopy; |
| Detection Method |
| Raman Spectroscopy; |
| Application |
| Bulk Analysis;Emergency Response;Screening; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Agilent Vaya handheld Raman spectrometer system combines conventional handheld Raman spectrometer technology with spatially offset Raman spectroscopy (SORS) for analysis. The SORS handheld Raman spectrometer technology verifies raw material identity without interference from the container or liner, minimizing fluorescence. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| Fall 2020 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 5 x 2.4 x 10.1 in (12.7 x 6 x 25.7 cm) |
| Weight |
| <5 Lbs.; 1.62 kg (3.6 lbs.) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; two batteries (4 hours) |
| Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Vibration/Shock; |
| Operating Conditions |
| –5 to 35 °C (23 to 95°F), <95% RH |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; sample vials |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| None |
| Calibration Schedule |
| Built-in autocalibration |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Minimal |
| Available Accessories |
| Hand strap; shoulder strap; bottle adapters; vial holder |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Software |
| Communications Interface |
| 2D-barcode reader, Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, RJ-45 ethernet |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Maintenance Cost |
| Minimal |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Tested For Explosives |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Tested For Narcotics |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Adaptability |
| Yes, user can add new targets to detector with support using PC software |
| Sample Introduction |
| Liquid;Solid; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| Bulk; mg; g; % |
| False Positive Rates |
| <1% |
| False Negative Rates |
| <1% |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| Minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <5 minutes |
| Total Run Time |
| Sample dependent |
| Software Control |
| On-board; PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| 830 nm laser (class 3B); spectral range 350 to 2000 cm–1; Windows 10 operating system |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| Yes |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Lithium-ion battery |
| Data File Type Format |
| XML, PDF |
