Uncovering the secrets of matter through the power of light
Advanced Raman Spectroscopy & Optical Sensing Solutions
IS-Instruments develops advanced Raman spectrometers, optical sensing technologies and custom instrumentation to solve complex measurement challenges across industry and scientific research.
About IS-Instruments
Advanced Sensing for Demanding Environments
From feasibility studies and custom instrument development to deployment in operational environments, IS-Instruments combines scientific innovation with practical engineering to deliver reliable measurement solutions.
Specialist Technology for Complex Industries
Compact Raman Spectrometers & Laser Spectroscopy Instruments
Welcome to IS-Instruments – Leading the way in the development of compact spectrographic and remote sensing technologies.
About IS-Instruments
Identifying the unknown so our clients can make informed decisions.
Our range of spectrometers, laser-based instrumentation and bespoke LIDAR solutions provides our clients with a new generation of highly-sensitive measuring and identification tools. Originally developed for use in space, our instruments are leading the way in identifying and classifying substances in extreme environments and finding new ways of enabling advances in biopharmaceutical processes.
Working in collaboration with industry and academia, we’re perpetually evolving our spectrometers to deliver innovative and practical solutions for some of the toughest challenges we’re facing today.
Our in-house team has the knowledge and experience to offer tailored solutions for clients with specific requirements. That ability sets us apart as leaders in the field of spectroscopy and spectrographic solutions.
So tell us – what are you trying to measure?
IS-Instruments Spectrometers
Our spectrometers use an optical fibre rather than a slit to allow the laser to reach its target. The benefit of this is less light ‘wasted’, allowing our spectrometers to have a higher throughput/etendue than traditional instruments.
We have developed a deep-UV instrument, Odin, for which our base technology lends itself well, using a self-aligning diode laser that eliminates the need for air purging.
We’ve also developed an instrument that uses a patented hollow-core microfibre to perform gas Raman measurements, detecting multiple gas species on-site.
Some of the industries we work with:
- Nuclear / Nuclear Decommissioning
- High-value Manufacturing & Process Industries
- Pharmaceutical
- Biopharmaceutical
- Oil & Gas
Our Products
Our range of spectrometers and laser-based instrumentation includes the world’s highest throughput Raman spectrometer, Raman probes suitable for extreme environments, bespoke LIDAR solutions, and a WiFi-enabled miniature spectrometer.
Developing the tools for the future
Drawing on our space heritage and working with partners across academia and industry, we’re developing instrumentation to deliver remote sensing solutions for previously unsolved challenges.
So tell us – what are you trying to measure?
Discover the power of light with IS-Instruments
Real-Time Gas Blend Monitoring: Moving Beyond Batch Verification
In continuous gas-blending environments, the challenge is often not generating the correct mixture but verifying the composition quickly enough to […]
Rapid Multi-Gas Detection Using Raman Spectroscopy
As ISI’s NOTUS gas Raman system enters its final testing stages, recent measurements highlight the analytical capabilities […]
Tom Tugendhat MP Visits IS-Instruments to See Advanced Raman Spectroscopy in Action
Last week, IS-Instruments (ISI) was pleased to welcome local MP Tom Tugendhat to our Tonbridge facility. During […]
Our Partners and Collaborators
