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RS-3500 Spectroradiometer

Spectral Evolution – NIR

Full range, portable, fiber optic spectroradiometer for remote sensing

This high-resolution, cost-effective spectroradiometer is one of the most adaptable instruments we offer. The RS-3500 combines a 512-element silicon array with dual 256-element extended InGaAs arrays, delivering exceptional resolution across the NIR spectrum.

Spectral Evolution RS-3500

Specifications

Spectral Range

350-2500nm

Spectral Resolution

2.8nm@700nm

8nm@1500nm

6nm@2100nm

Spectral Sampling Bandwidth (nm)

Data output in 1nm increments;
2151 channels reported

Detector(s)

512-element Si Array

Two 256-element TE-cooled InGaAs Arrays

Calibration

Spectral and radiometric calibration for radiance/irradiance measurements using NIST traceable sources.

Noise Equivalence Radiance

W/cm2/nm/sr

(1.2m fiber optic)

0.8×10-9 @ 400nm

1.2×10-9 @ 1500nm

1.8×10-9 @ 2100nm

Software Included

DARWin™ SP Data Acquisition

Power (volts/watts)

7.5v, 22.5w

Dimensions (in/mm)

8.5 x 12 x 3.5 (in)

215.9 x 304.8 x 88.9 (mm)

Weight (lbs/kg)

7.3 lbs | 3.3 kg

Interface

USB, Wireless Connection

Minimum Scan Speed

100ms

Wavelength Reproducibility (nm)

0.1nm

Wavelength Accuracy (nm)

±0.5nm bandwidth

Automatic Data

Data Optimization | One Touch Operation | Automatic Exposure | Detector Integration | Dark Current Correction

Input

1.5m fiber optic (25° field of view); optional fore optics
and optional longer fiber optic cables available

Operational temperature range (°C)

0 to 40 degrees

Maximum Radiance

VNIR 2x Solar | SWIR 10x Solar

Key Applications for RS-3500

• Ground truthing
• Environmental research
• Agricultural analysis
• Ecosystem change
• Forestry & canopy research
• Glacial change & climate studies
• Atmospheric research
• Vicarious satellite sensor validation
• Water body studies
• Plant species identification
• Urban development
• Crop health
• Photosynthesis efficiency
• Irrigation assessment
• Topsoil fertility & erosion risks
• Soil degradation, mapping, & monitoring

Speak to PAS for expert guidance about the Spectral Evolution RS-3500.

Spectral Evolution RS-3500

RS-3500 Features:

  • 350-2500 nm spectral range
  • 100% diode array optics with no moving parts
  • Removable/replaceable fiber optic cable
  • Rugged anodized aluminum construction
  • Factory calibrated radiance and/or irradiance using NIST traceable source
  • Auto exposure & auto dark shutter
  • External Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
  • Wireless connectivity