MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer measurement across four wavelength and bandwidth configurations
The MAVRICA18 series covers routine and research UV/Vis spectrophotometry work with a single fixed-optics platform: automatic wavelength setting, scanning speed Hi/Med/Low up to 3000 nm/min, and T/A/C/E measurement modes read directly on a 320×240 dot highlighted LCD. USB and RS232 output with direct Excel export keep results connected to laboratory data workflows.
All four models share the same optical system, control logic, data output and standard accessories. They differ in wavelength range, spectral bandwidth and the resulting accuracy — see the model comparison below.
SELECTION NOTE — MAVRICA18 SINGLE-BEAM UV/VIS SPECTROPHOTOMETER
MAVRICA-18-V0 is the entry configuration (320–1100 nm, 2 nm bandwidth). MAVRICA-18-U0 extends to the full 190–1100 nm UV/Vis range at the same 2 nm bandwidth. MAVRICA-18-U1 adds a finer 1 nm bandwidth with tighter wavelength and photometric accuracy. MAVRICA-18-US offers selectable 0.5/1/2/4/5 nm bandwidth for the widest method flexibility.
Key characteristics
- Single-beam optical system, fixed 1200 lines/mm grating monochromator.
- Deuterium & tungsten dual-lamp source, socket-mounted for tool-free replacement.
- Silicon photodiode detector with automatic wavelength setting.
- T, A, C, E work modes; scanning Hi/Med/Low up to 3000 nm/min.
- USB & RS232 output; USB transfer with direct export to Excel.
- Up to 1024 MB internal memory for readings and working curves.
Suitable for
- Quality control of raw materials and finished products.
- Environmental and water-quality laboratories (UV/Vis methods, comparative scanning).
- Biochemistry and life-science work (DNA/protein, kinetics).
- Education and training laboratories.
- Routine QC where 190–1100 nm coverage and selectable bandwidth matter.
MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer for routine and research laboratory work
The MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer series is built around one optical platform shared by all four models, so laboratories can standardize training, accessories and data workflow while selecting the wavelength range and bandwidth that fit each method. MAVRICA-18-V0 and MAVRICA-18-U0 use a 2 nm bandwidth across 320–1100 nm and 190–1100 nm respectively, while MAVRICA-18-U1 and MAVRICA-18-US narrow the bandwidth to 1 nm and a selectable 0.5–5 nm range for higher-resolution methods.
Every MAVRICA18 model reads in T, A, C and E mode on a 320×240 dot highlighted LCD, exports readings over USB or RS232 directly to Excel, and is delivered with the same standard accessory set — the 10 mm manual 4-cell cuvette holder with 2× quartz and 4× glass cuvettes of 1 cm optical path — plus an optional interactive PC software package with USB dongle, auto 8-cell holder, film holder, tube rack, Peltier/sipper system, integrating sphere or reflection accessory. This shared platform is what makes MAVRICA18 practical for routine QC, environmental and water-quality testing, and biochemistry laboratories that need one instrument family instead of four unrelated spectrophotometers.
MAVRICA18 series — model variants and configuration
SKU: PRO7089
MAVRICA-18-V0
- Wavelength range: 320–1100 nm
- Spectral bandwidth: 2 nm
- Wavelength accuracy: ±0.2 nm
- Photometric accuracy: ±0.5 %T
SKU: PRO7090
MAVRICA-18-U0
- Wavelength range: 190–1100 nm
- Spectral bandwidth: 2 nm
- Wavelength accuracy: ±0.5 nm
- Photometric accuracy: ±0.5 %T
SKU: PRO7091
MAVRICA-18-U1
- Wavelength range: 190–1100 nm
- Spectral bandwidth: 1 nm
- Wavelength accuracy: ±0.3 nm @656.1 nm
- Photometric accuracy: ±0.3 %T
SKU: PRO7092
MAVRICA-18-US
- Wavelength range: 190–1100 nm
- Spectral bandwidth: 0.5 / 1 / 2 / 4 / 5 nm
- Wavelength accuracy: ±0.3 nm (all bandwidths)
- Photometric accuracy: ±0.3 %T
Wavelength repeatability: 0.2 nm for MAVRICA-18-V0 and MAVRICA-18-U0; 0.1 nm for MAVRICA-18-U1 and MAVRICA-18-US.
Technical specifications — MAVRICA18 common platform
| Optical system | Single beam, grating 1200 lines/mm |
| Photometric repeatability | 0.15 %T (0–100 %T) |
| Photometric range | −0.3–3 A, 0–200 %T, 0–9999 C |
| Stray light | 0.05 %T @220 nm, 360 nm |
| Stability | ±0.0005 A/h @500 nm |
| Baseline flatness | ±0.002 A |
| Noise | ±0.001 A |
| Light source | Deuterium & tungsten lamp, socket type, tool-free swap |
| Detector | Silicon photodiode |
| Display | 320×240 dot highlighted LCD |
| Cuvette holder | 10 mm manual 4-cell; chamber fits 5–100 mm with accessories |
| Data output | USB, RS232 — direct export to Excel |
| Memory | Up to 1024 MB internal |
| Power supply | AC 110–220 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Shipping / weight | 810×660×390 mm, 27 kg gross |
Final performance depends on installation, environmental stability and calibration routine. Final model configuration and accessories are confirmed in the official quotation.
Operating and measurement functions
Each MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer is operated directly from the instrument keypad, with the measurement mode, wavelength and working curve set on the front panel and results read on the LCD.
T / A / C / E modes
Direct on-screen reading in transmittance, absorbance, concentration and energy mode, with automatic wavelength setting.
Scanning
Hi/Med/Low scanning speed up to 3000 nm/min for spectral scanning across the full wavelength range.
Data output
USB and RS232 output with direct export to Excel; up to 1024 MB internal memory for readings and working curves.
Safety and utilities of the MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer
- Socket-type lamp housing avoids direct handling of internal wiring during lamp changes.
- Enclosed sample chamber shields the UV/Vis beam path during measurement.
- Standard AC 110–220 V, 50/60 Hz supply; use a grounded outlet.
- 21 CFR Part 11–compliant software available as an option.
Standard delivery, accessories and options for the MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer
INCLUDED IN STANDARD DELIVERY
Standard cuvette set and accessories
- Spectrophotometer unit with the 10 mm manual 4-cell holder fitted
- 2× quartz cuvettes, 1 cm (10 mm) optical path — UV region
- 4× glass cuvettes, 1 cm (10 mm) optical path — visible region
- Power cord, AC 110–220 V, 50/60 Hz
- USB cable for data output to a PC
- User’s manual in English
OPTION — NOT INCLUDED AS STANDARD
Interactive PC software with USB dongle
The optional interactive software package moves instrument control to the computer and turns the MAVRICA18 into a fully PC-driven system:
- Live spectral scanning with on-screen curve display, peak/valley detection, curve arithmetic and overlay
- Quantitative analysis with stored standard curves, kinetics / time scan, multi-wavelength measurement
- Report generation and direct export to Excel
- Licensed by USB hardware dongle — runs on any compatible PC with the dongle connected
- 21 CFR Part 11–compliant version available for regulated laboratories
Optional accessories and consumables
| Accessory | Purpose / notes |
|---|---|
| Interactive PC software with USB dongle | Full PC control: scanning, kinetics, quantitative analysis, multi-wavelength measurement, reporting to Excel |
| 21 CFR Part 11–compliant software | Regulated environments — audit trail, electronic signatures, user access rights |
| Automatic 8-cell holder | Motorised holder for unattended sequential measurement of up to 8 samples |
| Peltier temperature-control system | Electronic thermostatting of the cuvette for temperature-dependent work and enzyme kinetics |
| Sipper (peristaltic) system | Automatic sample aspiration into a flow cell — faster serial measurement with less carry-over |
| Integrating sphere | Measurement of scattering, turbid and solid samples |
| Reflectance accessory | Reflectance measurement on solid samples and surfaces |
| Film / solid sample holder | Holder for films, foils and plate-shaped solid samples |
| Test-tube rack | Direct measurement in round test tubes |
| Cuvettes, 5–100 mm optical path | Quartz and glass cuvettes in 5, 10, 20, 30, 50 and 100 mm path lengths — the sample chamber accepts 5–100 mm |
| Semi-micro and micro cuvettes | Quartz cells for small sample volumes (DNA/protein, limited-volume samples) |
| Flow cell | Quartz flow cuvette, used together with the sipper system |
| Printer | Direct printout of results without a PC |
| Spare deuterium / tungsten lamp | Socket type, replaced without tools or optical realignment |
Accessory availability depends on the model configuration — please state the instrument model (MAVRICA-18-V0 / U0 / U1 / US) when requesting accessories, so that compatibility of the cuvette holder and sample chamber can be confirmed. Instrument calibration and/or issuance of a service/calibration certificate is billed separately, quoted on request.
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Selection support for wavelength range, bandwidth and accessories.
Applications and operational value of the MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer
Routine QC
T/A/C/E modes and automatic wavelength setting support fast, repeatable QC measurement of raw materials and finished products.
Environmental and water testing
190–1100 nm coverage with scanning up to 3000 nm/min supports UV/Vis methods and comparative scanning.
Biochemistry and life science
Kinetics and DNA/protein workflows benefit from the finer 1 nm and selectable bandwidth on MAVRICA-18-U1 and MAVRICA-18-US.
Data documentation
USB/RS232 export directly to Excel keeps results connected to laboratory reporting and traceability workflows.
How to select the appropriate MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer model
Choosing the right MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer model starts from the required wavelength range. If the method only needs the visible-extended 320–1100 nm range, MAVRICA-18-V0 is the entry configuration. If the full 190–1100 nm UV/Vis range is required, choose between MAVRICA-18-U0, MAVRICA-18-U1 and MAVRICA-18-US based on the bandwidth the method calls for.
MAVRICA-18-U0 keeps the same 2 nm bandwidth as the entry model. MAVRICA-18-U1 narrows to 1 nm for tighter wavelength and photometric accuracy. MAVRICA-18-US adds selectable 0.5/1/2/4/5 nm bandwidth, useful when a laboratory runs multiple methods with different resolution requirements on the same instrument. All four models accept the same standard and optional accessories, so the accessory decision (auto cell changer, software, printer, calibration) can be made independently of the model choice.
Configuration notice: every MAVRICA18 single-beam UV/Vis spectrophotometer can be configured according to the application and accessories (software, printer, holders, etc.). The official PDF technical specification defines the exact delivered configuration, included components and available options. Manufacturer reserves the right to change technical specifications. Final configuration and included items are defined by the official PDF and quotation.
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