The IRmadillo™ FTIR spectrometer is a solid-state instrument certified for use in hazardous and explosive environments. Mounted directly on, or in-line with, manufacturing vessels, the instrument excels at continuous monitoring of industrial liquids and slurries.

1. Process Analytical Technology (PAT)
FTIR spectroscopy is a well-established tool for
monitoring reactions and material identification
to ensure production quality and efficiency.
However, conventional FTIR instruments are
bulky and fragile: susceptible to vibration, and
temperature changes, making the use of them
impractical for manufacturing environments
including the Oil & Gas industry.
Petroleum Industry
Unlike standard systems, Keit uses a novel
optical design with no moving parts. It is tough
enough to perform through vibration, weather,
and rough operating environments to provide
continuous real-time material analysis of;
n crude oils
n biodiesels
n gasolines
n petrochemicals
Benefits & Advantages
n Vibration-tolerant. Make faster decisions
with continuous real-time analysis at the
point of production.
n Extraordinarily stable with consistent
performance. Optimise your production to
reduce down time, worry and costs.
n Compact. Mounts directly onto
manufacturing lines and vessels. Obtain
real-time insights of your reactions without
the inconvenience and restrictions of larger
instruments.
n Real-time process analysis. Provides greater
insight into your manufacturing processes
as they happen for improved quality control
and faster decision making.
n Inside or outside use. Gain insights from
real-time reaction monitoring regardless of
location.
Applications and Capabilities in
Refinery and Petrochemicals
n Tracking and material identification
n Aromatics (benzene, toluene and xylene)
n Mono and poly-glycerides
n Alcohols (methanol, ethanol, glycerol)
n Esters
n Fatty acids
n Fuel identification
n Gasoline contaminants and identification
(including water)
A Rugged FTIR Spectrometer
Petroleum Industry
IRmadilloTM
FTIR Spectrometer
Keit has developed a powerful
technology that enables
continuous, real-time reaction
monitoring with a compact,
rugged FTIR spectrometer, the
IRmadilloTM.
Manufacturing Industries
The vibration-tolerant IRmadillo
FTIR spectrometer mounts
directly onto manufacturing
equipment and eliminates the
need for remote sampling, and
off-site analysis.
The Keit instrument opens up
new possibilities for when and
where mid-infrared spectroscopy
can be applied in manufacturing
industries from Oil & Gas and Bio-
renewables to Pharmaceuticals,
Chemicals and Food & Beverages.
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2. IRmadilloTM
FTIR Spectrometer
Technical Specifications
Parameter IRmadilloTM
Rugged FTIR Spectrometer
Spectral range Mid-Infrared (850-4000 cm-1
/2.5-12 µm)
Sampling material Liquids and slurries
environment
Sample interface ATR Insertion probe
ATR & Probe Selection of probe and ATR materials
materials with pH to accommodate a wide range of pH
range environments
Operating environment Ambient temperature:
-15°C to +40°C
Analyte temperature:
+10°C to +60°C
Ambient humidity: 0-95% RH
Analyte Pressure: 1 to 20 bar
Enclosure rating IP65
Long-term stability ±0.01 absorbance unit between
calibration intervals. Fixed interior
components ensure high stability and
vibration tolerance.
Sensitivity LoD 100 ppm (typical)
Measurement time 2 s
Signal to noise Peak SNR 15500 (2 min sampling time)
ratio (SNR)
Dimensions Body (H x W x D):
200 x 281 x 310 mm
Insertion Probe:
Maximum wettable length: 160 mm
Diameter: 25 mm
Weight Approx. 16.5 kg (36.4 lb)
Fibre coupling Instrument’s fixed probe is
inserted directly into reaction vessel.
No fibre optic coupling.
Power requirements 90-264 Vac, 47-63 Hz, 100 W max
Purge gas (optional): Zero / instrument
grade air or N2
Data output OPC-UA
Modbus
Export as text file (e.g., CSV)
Compatible with all major analysis
packages
Hazardous ATEX
Environment IECEx
Certification
Diagram 1: Top view looking down,
showing exterior casing with insertion
probe and power port positions.
Diagram 2: Side view, exterior. The
inherent structural simplicity results in a
uniquely rugged, compact device.
Diagram 3: Bottom view, exterior – looking
up showing position of mounting holes.
AAVOS International bvba
Sparkevaardekenstraat 3 B-8600 Diksmuide Belgium
www.aavos.be - info@aavos.be
T. +32 (0)51 69 78 15 - F. +32 (0)51 69 78 17