In-Situ Integrates Patented Integrated Optical Compensation Technology to Improve Stability at Low End of Detection Limit

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Oct 23, 2018, 11:00 ET

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Oct. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- In-Situ has released a new line of fluorometers compatible with the company's popular Aqua TROLL 500 and Aqua TROLL 600 Multiparameter Sondes. The line includes Rhodamine WT, Chlorophyll a, Phycocyanin (BGA-PC), and Phycoerythrin (BGA-PE) sensors, ideal for lake and river monitoring as well as coastal studies.

Representing a significant technological advance, In-Situ's fluorometers are the only sensors in the multiparameter water quality market with Integrated Optical Compensation. In-Situ's patented technology uses a second detector to compensate for LED drift over temperature and time, providing more accurate and stable measurements.

The sensors are the latest addition to the company's multiparameter water quality platform, which allows for wireless data collection via the VuSitu mobile app. The company is excited to introduce an expanded set of sensors for users looking to streamline fieldwork and reduce monitoring costs.

"With our patented Integrated Optical Compensation technology, our sensors provide greater stability at low limits of detection and have significantly reduced sensor drift over temperature and time," says Product Manager Steven Sewell. "This allows you to be confident that changes in your data are tied to real field events and are not caused by sensor drift."

Additional functionality of the new fluorometers includes:

Isolated Optical Frequencies: Using two or more sensors simultaneously typically creates interference among sensors. In-Situ sensors use separate frequencies, providing a unique digital signature for each light source to minimize interference and improve accuracy.
Ambient Light Rejection: External light can introduce bias in your data, but In-Situ fluorometers block external light for reliable performance in any setting and separate the light from the sensor and other ambient light sources.
Low Interference Spectral Bands: Unlike combined Chlorophyll/BGA sensors that measure wide ranges of the visible spectrum at once, In-Situ sensors excite a smaller, targeted range of the light spectrum, which increases accuracy and minimizes interference.

"We've designed our sensors and multiparameter sondes with features such as our Integrated Toolkit, VuSitu™ Mobile App, and Onboard LCD Display so you're not struggling in the field," Sewell says. "Our smart sensors retain calibration information and allow the user to configure the instrument with just the parameters they need."

Sewell says the new release delivers on the company's commitment to innovate easy-to-use water monitoring tools that provide the highest accuracy. "We want to be our customers' eyes in the field, and to do that we know that first and foremost they need trustworthy data."

ABOUT IN-SITU INC.

In-Situ Inc. designs, manufactures, sells and rents water level, water quality and flow monitoring instrumentation for groundwater, surface water, and coastal waters. Known for innovating top-quality water monitoring equipment, they also provide a full-solution for decision-quality data via easy integration with telemetry and data services. For nearly 40 years, In-Situ products have provided accurate results and reliable operation in harsh monitoring conditions. Applications include aquifer characterization, mining, oil/gas, remediation, aquaculture, and more. In-Situ offers world-class technical support 24/7, through a global network of regional offices and distributors, and is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA. Please visit in-situ.com or call 1-800-446-7488.

SOURCE In-Situ