COLO.Science · Technical Specification
FAMO900
Near Infrared Analyzer for Fast and Nondestructive Analysis of Grain, Oil and Feed
FAMO900 is a near infrared analyzer designed for rapid and repeatable routine analysis of grain, oil and feed in quality control, incoming inspection and production support. It requires minimal operator training and instrument maintenance, does not require chemical reagents for routine operation, and provides automatic analysis after simple sample loading.
NIR analysis
Grain / oil / feed
No reagents
Analysis < 60 s
USB 2.0
RIMP software
Instrument type
Near infrared analyzer
Wavelength range
1000–1800 nm / 1000–2500 nm
Analysis time
Less than 60 s
Sample formats
Grains, pellets, pastes, powders
FAMO900 · Near Infrared Analyzer for Grain, Oil and Feed · Technical Specification
Document ID: COL-TEC-FAMO900-EN
Version: Premium responsive layout
Informational technical sheet · Non-binding · Controlled electronic document
Version: Premium responsive layout
Informational technical sheet · Non-binding · Controlled electronic document
FAMO900 Near Infrared Analyzer Fast and nondestructive analysis platform for grain, oil and feed quality control
Rapid routine analysis
Minimal sample preparation
Multi-component testing
Factory-friendly design
Custom reports
Analysis time
Less than 60 s
Rapid routine analysis for production and laboratory workflows.
Sample size
Less than 120 g
Suitable for routine solid, pellet, paste and powder samples.
Communication
USB 2.0
Supports software-based data output and office automation workflows.
Product overview
| Commercial designation | FAMO900 Near Infrared Analyzer |
| Instrument category | Rapid routine NIR analyzer for grain, oil and feed analysis |
| Measurement concept | Fast and nondestructive analysis without chemical reagents for routine quality control and pricing support |
| Typical sample formats | Solid grains, pellets, pastes and powders |
| Operation | Simple sample loading into dish, placement under the instrument and automatic analysis |
| Software | RIMP software integrates instrument control, data analysis and modeling in one environment |
| Reporting | Customizable report forms and office-oriented data output support |
| Target use | Quality control of raw materials and finished products in feed, oil and grain sectors |
Technical specifications
| Wavelength range | 1000–1800 nm or 1000–2500 nm, depending on selected configuration |
| Noise | Less than 5 × 10-4 A |
| Wavelength accuracy | ± 0.2 nm |
| Wavelength repeatability | Less than 0.01 nm |
| Stray light | Less than 0.1% |
| Resolution | 10.95 ± 0.3 nm @ 1395.5 nm |
| Analysis time | Less than 60 s |
| Simultaneous analysis | No limit |
| Sample size | Less than 120 g |
| Lamp life-time | More than 5000 hours |
| Communication ports | USB 2.0 |
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C |
| Operating humidity | 5–85% |
| Power supply | (198–242) V ~ / 50 Hz / 0.5 A |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 403 × 391 × 374 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 20 kg |
Measurement concept
Sample analysis workflow
- Optimized sample presentation minimizes operator influence
- No sample preparation required for most products
- Real-time analysis for grains, pellets, pastes and powders
- Rotation measurement improves representativeness of heterogeneous samples
Software and operation
- Easy and reliable software operation for stable analysis results
- One software environment for operation and modeling
- Online data analysis and multiple statistics functions
- Customizable reports for internal quality and documentation workflows
Operational note: FAMO900 is designed as a practical routine analyzer for facilities that require quick analytical decisions for receiving control, formulation checks, manufacturing follow-up and finished product release. The main workflow advantage is fast, nondestructive testing with minimal preparation and reduced dependence on wet chemistry for routine checks.
Key instrument features
- Fast and nondestructive near infrared analysis
- Suitable for grain, oil and feed applications
- No chemical reagents required for routine analysis
- Minimal operator training requirement
- Simple sample presentation workflow
- Rotation measurement for heterogeneous samples
- Easy-to-clean sample plate
- Light source designed for easy replacement
- Convenient routine maintenance and model update support
- Advanced raster scanning technology with InGaAs detector
- Multi-component analysis in less than one minute
- Daily self-check and automatic alarm display
- Stable performance with reduced instrument noise
- No light source adjustment required
- Transferable calibration for multi-instrument networks
- Improved water resistance and dustproof properties for factory use
Application areas
Feed
FAMO900 provides rapid and reliable analysis of raw materials and finished feed products to optimize formulation, improve product quality and minimize cost. Inspection of finished products is also important for internal control and pricing-related workflows.
Oil and grain
FAMO900 is also suitable for determination of oil and grease related products as well as oil seeds and grain quality. Fast analytical access helps improve manufacturing efficiency, receiving control and economic decision-making in routine industrial environments.
Feed applications
| Sample source | Sample type | Parameter |
|---|---|---|
| Feed (raw material) | Fish meal | Moisture, protein, ash, calcium, phosphorus, acid value, salinity, amino acid |
| DDGS | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash, calcium, phosphorus | |
| Corn germ meal | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash | |
| Wheat bran | Moisture, protein, ash | |
| Meat powder | Moisture, protein, fat, ash, amino acid | |
| Manioc | Moisture, protein, ash | |
| Brewer grain | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber | |
| Shrimp shell meal | Moisture, protein, ash | |
| Feed (finished product) | Batch mixture for pig | Moisture, protein, fat, ash content, calcium, phosphorus |
| Batch mixture for hens and ducks (produce egg) | Moisture, protein, fat, ash, calcium, phosphorus | |
| Batch mixture for hens and ducks (produce meat) | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash, calcium, phosphorus, salinity | |
| Batch mixture for fish | Moisture, protein, fat, ash, calcium, phosphorus |
Oil applications
| Sample source | Sample type | Parameter |
|---|---|---|
| Oil | Soybean | Moisture, protein, fat |
| Bean pulp | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash, protein dissolution, amino acid | |
| Rapeseed | Moisture, protein, fat, erucic acid, thioglycoside, palmitic acid, stearic acid, linoleic acid, oleic acid | |
| Rapeseed meal | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash, protein dissolution | |
| Cottonseed | Moisture, protein, fat | |
| Cottonseed meal | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash | |
| Peanut meal | Moisture, protein, fat, ash | |
| Sesame meal | Moisture, protein | |
| Rice bran | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash, acid value | |
| Rice bran meal | Moisture, protein, ash |
Grain applications
| Sample source | Sample type | Parameter |
|---|---|---|
| Grain | Wheat | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash, Zeleny sedimentation value, wet gluten |
| Flour | Moisture, protein, ash | |
| Corn | Moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash, starch, phosphorus, amino acid | |
| Milled rice | Moisture, protein, amylose, eating quality |
Commercial and supply information
| Brand line | COLO.Science |
| Product designation | FAMO900 Near Infrared Analyzer |
| Product positioning | Routine NIR analyzer for feed, oil and grain quality control |
| Typical users | Quality control laboratories, receiving stations, processing facilities and production environments |
| Recommended commercial note | Confirm wavelength configuration, application models and sample calibration scope in the approved quotation before order placement |
Contact and support
COLO.Science
NIR analysis support for grain, oil and feed
Selection support for rapid routine analyzers and application-focused quality control workflows
Contact the COLO team if you need help selecting the right FAMO900 configuration, confirming application scope, or building a practical routine workflow for incoming inspection, process monitoring and finished product verification.
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Configuration notice:
This technical sheet is prepared from the supplied brochure content and adapted for the FAMO900 product designation. Final wavelength configuration, application calibration scope, software package and commercial delivery details should be confirmed in the approved quotation and official COLO.Science offer.
For procurement and tender purposes, the only valid and binding specification is the official COLO.Science quotation and the accompanying approved technical description for the selected delivery scope.
This technical sheet is prepared from the supplied brochure content and adapted for the FAMO900 product designation. Final wavelength configuration, application calibration scope, software package and commercial delivery details should be confirmed in the approved quotation and official COLO.Science offer.
For procurement and tender purposes, the only valid and binding specification is the official COLO.Science quotation and the accompanying approved technical description for the selected delivery scope.