TD-NMR Analyzers for Food, Agriculture, and Materials Testing
The Bruker minispec mq20 Series provides rapid, non-destructive analysis for food, agriculture, and materials applications using Time-Domain Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (TD-NMR). Application-specific solutions support solid fat content, oil and moisture, water mobility and relaxation measurements, and droplet-size analysis in emulsions, with minimal sample preparation.
With interchangeable probes and application-specific configurations, the mq20 can support both routine quality-control testing and research applications on a single TD-NMR platform.
The mq20 Solid Fat Content Analyzer provides rapid, non-destructive solid fat content (SFC) measurement for fats and fat-based products, including butter, margarine, chocolate, and specialty fats. It supports both routine quality control and product-development workflows.
The mq20 Seed & Nuts Analyzer provides rapid oil and moisture determination in oilseeds, residues, nuts, and other food products. Whole seeds can be measured without grinding, making the system well suited to routine quality control, crop screening, and seed-breeding research.
The mq20 Droplet Size Analyzer 2.0 provides non-invasive droplet-size distribution analysis for emulsions such as mayonnaise, margarine, and salad dressings.
Solid Fat Content Application Note
Oil and Moisture Analysis in Seeds and Nuts
minispec Droplet Size Analyzer 2.0 for Food Emulsions
What industries and applications can use minispec mq20 analyzers?
The mq20 supports routine QC and R&D applications across food, agriculture, polymers, pharmaceuticals, and materials research. Application-specific configurations are available for measurements including solid fat content, oil and moisture, droplet-size distribution, relaxation, and diffusion.
How long does a measurement take?
Measurement time depends on the application and method. For example, the minispec oil and moisture workflow for seeds can complete an analysis in less than one minute. Contact Rotunda Scientific Technologies to discuss expected measurement times for your specific application.
Does TD-NMR require solvents or extensive sample preparation?
No. TD-NMR can significantly reduce sample-preparation requirements compared with many traditional analytical methods. For applications such as seed analysis, whole samples can be measured without grinding.
Can one mq20 be used for multiple applications?
Yes, the mq20 supports tool-free, interchangeable probes and application-specific configurations, allowing the system to be adapted for different TD-NMR measurements.
What maintenance and support functions are available?
The mq20 includes remote-diagnostic and firmware-update capabilities. Its probes can also be removed without tools.
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