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Products Home / Imaging Systems & Components / Microscopy Components / Lab Supplies for Microscopy / UV Fused Quartz CuvettesUV Fused Quartz Cuvettes
- Optical UV Fused Quartz Glass Cuvettes
- Versions with Two or Four Polished Windows Available
- Super Micro, Micro, and Macro Cuvettes with 100 µL,
700 µL, 1400 µL, or 3500 µL Capacity
CV10Q100
Super Micro
Cuvette,100 µL
Cuvettes with
Caps Included
CV10Q3500F-E
Enhanced Chemical
Resistance Macro
Fluorescence Cuvette, 3500 µL
CV10Q1400S
Macro Cuvette,
1400 µL
CV10Q700FS
Micro Fluorescence
Cuvette, 700 µL
CV10Q3500 Cuvette in a
CVH100 Cage-Compatible
Cuvette Holder
Application Idea
Cuvettes
with
Stoppers
Included
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Outer Surfaces of the Cuvettes Feature an Engraved Part Number and a "Q" Indicating their Quartz Construction
Features
- Crafted from UV Fused Quartz Glass for the 200 nm - 3 µm Wavelength Range
- Versions with Two or Four Polished Windows for Spectroscopy Use
- 100 µL, 700 µL, 1400 µL, and 3500 µL Capacities Available
- Standard 12.5 ± 0.2 mm Square Profile with 10 mm Transmitted Path Length
- Available with PTFE Top Caps or Airtight Stoppers
Our Cuvettes are high-quality cells designed to hold liquid samples. The UV fused quartz glass construction allows these cuvettes to be used with UV light at wavelengths as low as 200 nm, as well as with visible and infrared light up to 3 µm. Thorlabs offers cuvettes with either two polished sides, for use in absorption spectroscopy experiments, or four polished sides, for use in fluorescence spectroscopy. The polished sides can be cleaned using standard optics cleaning procedures. Versions are also available with one of two PTFE tops: a cap to block dust and other particles or a stopper to prevent evaporation and provide an airtight seal.
The standard 12.5 ± 0.2 mm square outside dimension and 10 mm transmitted path length through the sample make these cuvettes compatible with most spectrophotometers as well as our cage-compatible Cuvette Holder and Fiber Optic Filter and Cuvette Mounts. We offer macro, micro, and super micro sizes (see the tables below for more information), sold in packs of two. The macro cuvette with four polished sides and a dust cap is also available in a version with enhanced chemical resistance. All cuvettes are engraved on the outer surface with the item # and a letter "Q" designating quartz construction and the typical input side.
The super micro and micro cuvettes are assembled with glue. Our macro cuvettes are assembled by heating the quartz to a high temperature and then applying pressure to adhere the pieces together. The standard 3500 µL cuvettes have quartz powder applied to the edges before heating, whereas the enhanced, chemically-resistant 3500 µL cuvette (Item # CV10Q3500F-E) is made by finely polishing the quartz pieces before attaching, consequently providing smoother seams.
Solvent Compatibility
All standard cuvettes should not be used with benzene, toluene, aqua regia, ethanol, corrosive solutions, or other similar substances, as they may degrade the bonds between the pieces and cause the cuvette to leak. The enhanced chemical resistance cuvette is compatible with corrosive solutions such as aqua regia. Contact Tech Support for instructions on cleaning the cuvettes found on this page.
| Posted Comments: | |
Ben May
(posted 2020-11-09 05:32:06.803) I ordered CV10Q1400FS and found that both cuvettes included showed massive auto fluorescence which ruined any sample signal. When testing the same sample in different cuvettes the expected signal was produced. YLohia
(posted 2020-11-17 09:51:27.0) Hello, thank you for contacting Thorlabs. We're sorry to hear about the issues you are experiencing with these. We have reached out to you directly to troubleshoot this further. cory.nelson4
(posted 2016-10-04 14:01:33.197) It seems like the transmission is low for a quartz cuvette. Is the transmission in the graph internal transmission or transmission including Fresnel reflection losses? Thanks very much. jlow
(posted 2016-10-14 02:29:23.0) Response from Jeremy at Thorlabs: The transmission graph includes the Fresnel reflection losses from 4 surfaces. e.tirel
(posted 2013-11-25 15:33:34.463) Hi,
This line of product is very attractive, unfortunately the cap that you are using are not good enough for the application I'm looking for.
By using volatile solvent like methanol the square lid are not good enough to stop the evaporation of it.
Also, if one is using oxygen sensitive product a better lid would prevent the oxygen to penetrate the cell for at least a short amount of time.
The lid I'd have liked to see (at least in option) for those cuvette is of this kind: http://www.hellma-analytics.com/kuevetten/135/en/pg_id,40$g_id,28$item_id,114/absorption-cells.html#114
Best
Emmanuel tcohen
(posted 2013-11-26 09:10:32.0) Response from Tim at Thorlabs to Emmanuel: Thank you for your feedback! This would certainly be a valuable addition and we're looking to make this available as an off the shelf solution. |
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| Item # | Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| CV10Q100 | Super Microa | 100 µL |
| CV10Q700 | Micro | 700 µL |
| CV10Q1400 | Micro | 1400 µL |
| CV10Q3500 | Macro | 3500 µL |
- Two Polished Windows for Absorption Spectroscopy
- PTFE Cap Included with Each Cuvette to Block Dust or Other Particles
- Fabricated from UV Fused Quartz (200 nm - 3 µm)
- Four Capacities Available: 100 µL, 700 µL, 1400 µL, and 3500 µL
- Sold in Packs of 2
These UV Fused Quartz cuvettes have two polished sides for use in absorption spectroscopy experiments and two frosted sides for handling. The polished sides can be cleaned using standard optics cleaning procedures. Since these cuvettes only have two polished windows, they are not appropriate for use in fluorescence spectroscopy where it is necessary to have four polished windows to allow measurement of the fluorescence at right angles to the beam path. Thorlabs offers cuvettes with four polished sides below.
These cuvettes have a standard 12.5 ± 0.2 mm square outside dimension, a 10 mm transmitted path length through the sample, and are available in one of four capacities (100 µL, 700 µL, 1400 µL, or 3500 µL). Each cuvette is engraved with the Item # as well as a letter "Q" that designates its quartz construction and the typical input side, and each comes with a PTFE cap to prevent contamination by dust or other particles. The unused optical surfaces are black to reduce scattered light, except for those on the CV10Q3500.
The CV10Q100, CV10Q700, and CV10Q1400 cuvettes are assembled with glue. The CV10Q3500 cuvette is assembled by applying quartz powder to the edges, heating the quartz to a high temperature, and then applying pressure to adhere the pieces together.
Please note that these cuvettes should not be used with benzene, toluene, aqua regia, ethanol, corrosive solutions, or other similar substances, as they may degrade the bonds between the pieces and cause the cuvette to leak.
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| Item # | Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| CV10Q100S | Super Microa | 100 µL |
| CV10Q700S | Micro | 700 µL |
| CV10Q1400S | Micro | 1400 µL |
| CV10Q3500S | Macro | 3500 µL |
- Two Polished Windows for Absorption Spectroscopy
- PTFE Stopper Included with Each Cuvette for an Airtight Seal
- Fabricated from UV Fused Quartz (200 nm - 3 µm)
- Four Capacities Available: 100 µL, 700 µL, 1400 µL, and 3500 µL
- Sold in Packs of 2
These UV Fused Quartz cuvettes have two polished sides for use in absorption spectroscopy experiments and two frosted sides for handling. The polished sides can be cleaned using standard optics cleaning procedures. Since these cuvettes only have two polished windows, they are not appropriate for use in fluorescence spectroscopy where it is necessary to have four polished windows to allow measurement of the fluorescence at right angles to the beam path. Thorlabs offers cuvettes with four polished sides below.
These cuvettes have a standard 12.5 ± 0.2 mm square outside dimension, a 10 mm transmitted path length through the sample, and are available in one of four capacities (100 µL, 700 µL, 1400 µL, or 3500 µL). Each cuvette is engraved with the Item # as well as a letter "Q" that designates its quartz construction and the typical input side, and each comes with a PTFE stopper to create an airtight seal and to prevent evaporation and atmospheric contamination of the contents. The stopper should be inserted gently into the top of the cuvette; excessive force will cause difficulty with removing the stopper. The unused optical surfaces are black to reduce scattered light, except for those on the CV10Q3500S.
The CV10Q100S, CV10Q700S, and CV10Q1400S cuvettes are assembled with glue. The CV10Q3500S cuvette is assembled by applying quartz powder to the edges, heating the quartz to a high temperature, and then applying pressure to adhere the pieces together.
Please note that these cuvettes should not be used with benzene, toluene, aqua regia, ethanol, corrosive solutions, or other similar substances, as they may degrade the bonds between the pieces and cause the cuvette to leak.
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| Item # | Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| CV10Q100F | Super Microa | 100 µL |
| CV10Q700F | Micro | 700 µL |
| CV10Q1400F | Micro | 1400 µL |
| CV10Q3500F | Macrob | 3500 µL |
- Four Polished Windows for Fluorescence Spectroscopy
- PTFE Cap Included with Each Cuvette to Block Dust or Other Particles
- Fabricated from UV Fused Quartz (200 nm - 3 µm)
- Four Capacities Available: 100 µL, 700 µL, 1400 µL, and 3500 µL
- Enhanced Chemical Resistance Cuvette Available with a 3500 µL Capacity
- Sold in Packs of 2
These UV Fused Quartz cuvettes have four polished sides for use in fluorescence spectroscopy experiments. The four polished windows allow measurement of the fluorescence at right angles to the beam path and can be cleaned using standard optics cleaning procedures. While these cuvettes are designed for use in fluorescence, the through beam windows can be used independently for other spectroscopic applications. Thorlabs also offers cuvettes with two polished sides and two frosted sides designed specifically for these other applications (sold above).
These cuvettes have a standard 12.5 ± 0.2 mm square outside dimension, a 10 mm transmitted path length through the sample, and are available in one of four capacities (100 µL, 700 µL, 1400 µL, or 3500 µL). The standard 100 µL, 700 µL, and 1400 µL cuvettes (item # CV10Q100F, CV10Q700F, and CV10Q1400F) are assembled with glue, which can be destroyed by benzene or other solutions with strong corrosive characteristics.
Our 3500 µL cuvette is available in a standard version (item # C10Q3500F) as well as an enhanced, chemically resistant version (item # C10Q3500F-E). Both 3500 µL cuvettes are assembled by first heating the quartz to a high temperature and then applying pressure to adhere the pieces together, eliminating the need for glue. The standard 3500 µL cuvette (item # CV10Q3500F) has quartz powder applied to the edges before heating, whereas the enhanced, chemically-resistant 3500 µL cuvette is made by finely polishing the quartz pieces before attaching, consequently providing smoother seams. This method allows the enhanced chemical resistance cuvette to hold solutions with corrosive properties, similar to those of nitrohydrochloric acid (aqua regia), without being damaged.
Note that all standard cuvettes should not be used with benzene, toluene, aqua regia, ethanol, corrosive solutions, or other similar substances, as they may degrade the bonds between the pieces and cause the cuvette to leak.
Each cuvette is engraved with the Item # as well as a letter "Q" that designates its quartz construction and the optical window axis, and each comes with a PTFE cap to prevent contamination by dust or other particles.
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| Item # | Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| CV10Q100FS | Super Microa | 100 µL |
| CV10Q700FS | Micro | 700 µL |
| CV10Q1400FS | Micro | 1400 µL |
| CV10Q3500FS | Macro | 3500 µL |
- Four Polished Windows for Fluorescence Spectroscopy
- PTFE Stopper Included with Each Cuvette for an Airtight Seal
- Fabricated from UV Fused Quartz (200 nm - 3 µm)
- Four Capacities Available: 100 µL, 700 µL, 1400 µL, and 3500 µL
- Sold in Packs of 2
These UV Fused Quartz cuvettes have four polished sides for use in fluorescence spectroscopy experiments. The four polished windows allow measurement of the fluorescence at right angles to the beam path and can be cleaned using standard optics cleaning procedures. While these cuvettes are designed for use in fluorescence, the through beam windows can be used independently for other spectroscopic applications. Thorlabs also offers cuvettes with two polished sides and two frosted sides designed specifically for these other applications (sold above).
These cuvettes have a standard 12.5 ± 0.2 mm square outside dimension, a 10 mm transmitted path length through the sample, and are available in one of four capacities (100 µL, 700 µL, 1400 µL, or 3500 µL). Each cuvette is engraved with the Item # as well as a letter "Q" that designates its quartz construction and the optical window axis, and each comes with a PTFE stopper to create an airtight seal and to prevent evaporation and atmospheric contamination of the contents. The stopper should be inserted gently into the top of the cuvette; excessive force will cause difficulty with removing the stopper.
Please note that these cuvettes should not be used with benzene, toluene, aqua regia, ethanol, corrosive solutions, or other similar substances, as they may degrade the bonds between the pieces and cause the cuvette to leak.
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