DA 7250: Diode Array NIR Instrument

DA 7250: Diode Array NIR

Instrument

The DA 7250 NIR analyzer from PerkinElmer is the third-generation diode array NIR
instrument engineered particularly for performing analyses in the food and agri-based
industries. The instrument integrates excellent analytical accuracy with robustness, speed,
versatility and ease of use.

Calibrations of the DA 7250™ are available for an extensive array of applications. The
instrument also measures fat, moisture, starch, protein, fiber and various other parameters
in samples of any kind — grains, powders, meal, pellets, pastes, slurries and cakes.

The DA 7250 NIR Analyzer can perform sample analysis within just 6 seconds to detect fat,
moisture, starch, protein, ash and several other parameters with superior accuracy.
Possible factory calibrations encompass a broad range of products and parameters and
have been developed from PerkinElmer’s global database that covers hundreds of
thousands of samples.

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Features and Benefits

Accurate and robust — The DA 7250 works based on diode array technology, which is
established, accurate and robust. The diode array technology does not involve any
moving parts, making the DA 7250 highly suitable for difficult environments as it is not
sensitive to temperature or vibrations. Moreover, it is IP65-certified, that is, it is water
and dust-proof.
Minimal sample preparation — Other NIR instruments necessitate samples to be
ground or homogenized before analysis, but the DA 7250 performs accurate analysis
of samples as they are. This reduces the time from when the sample is chosen until
the result is obtained. The instrument analyzes powders, grains, pastes, flakes,

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liquids, pellets and slurries as they are without requiring costly modules.
User-friendly — The DA 7250 enables simple analysis of a sample in most cases by
just pouring the sample into an open-faced dish and placing it in the instrument. Then,
the instrument automatically runs the analysis while the results are displayed on the
large touchscreen.

Operation and Handling

PerkinElmer engineered the DA 7250 in collaboration with customers with the aim of
developing the most easily operated, commercially available NIR instrument. Apart from
making work easier for operators, it also improves performance. An easier analysis method
ensures fewer mistakes and better accuracy.

The process involves three simple steps:

The sample is poured into the dish.

The product is selected from the list on the touchscreen.
The dish is placed in the DA 7250.

The analysis begins automatically and the results are displayed in large numbers within a
few seconds.

Remote Reporting and Administration

The NetPlus software package from PerkinElmer renders the analysis results easily
available everywhere while simplifying the administration of several NIR instruments than
ever before. The NetPlus Reports web-based reporting software offers web-based access
to analysis results. Users can always access updated analysis results wherever they are.
They can also monitor production, assess supplier performance or verify product quality on
the go.

NetPlus Remote has been designed for the remote administration of several instruments.
NetPlus Remote simplifies users’ tasks regardless of whether they control only a few
instruments or a NIR network of 100 instruments.

Sanitary Design Version

The DA 7250 SD has been engineered for placement in production areas and laboratories
where neat designs are needed. The near design limits crevices, surfaces and other

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locations where food material could stick.

Thus, it is easy to clean and reduces the chances of microbial growth. Thanks to the
stainless steel design and open analysis area of the instrument, it is perfect for use
whenever cleaning or hygienic demands are high, for example, when samples are messy,
in food production environments, and in dirty or dusty conditions.

Applications
The DA 7250 NIR analyzer’s properties make it perfect for an extensive range of
applications. It can analyze pellets, liquids, grains, powders and pastes all within 6
seconds. Listed below are some examples of applications of the DA 7250 NIR analyzer.

Dairy
Users can analyze milk, cheese, powders, butter and cream without the need for sample
preparation and clean-up after analysis with the DA 7250 NIR instrument. The disposable
cup system helps place the sample easily in a plastic cup that can be disposed of after
analysis. Thus, the DA 7250 is very easy and rapid to use. Thanks to its accuracy, users
can control production to extremely tight limits.

Feed Milling
The DA 7250 NIR instrument can be used to analyze in-process samples, ingredients and
finished feeds for parameters like fat, moisture, energy, protein, starch, amino acids and
fibers — all without the need to grind samples.

Incoming ingredients can be verified against specifications

Protein, fat and moisture can be optimized in the process, thus saving money
True nutritional values can be obtained for ingredients and formulations can be
improved

Oilseed Processing
The DA 7250 NIR instrument helps analyze oil, moisture, protein, fatty acids and other
parameters in oilseeds, oil and meals. The need for grinding during oilseed analysis is
avoided, even for sunflower seeds.

Meals can be analyzed to improve extraction, drying and blending

Seeds can be tested at intake to pay the correct price
FFA, phosphorous and many more properties in oil can be determined

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Flour Milling
With the DA 7250 NIR instrument, users can analyze wheat and flour for protein, moisture,
ash and much more. The instrument offers superior accuracy in robust, IP65-rated housing.
It can be placed at any location in the mill for obtaining analysis results instantly.

Ash content can be optimized with fast and accurate analysis

Wheat can be tested at intake and while tempering
Co-products like bran or middlings can also be analyzed

Petfood Production
While producing dry or wet pet food, the DA 7250 NIR instrument helps analyze the
ingredients and the finished pet food for fat, protein, moisture and more. The instrument
requires little or no sample preparation, as well as very little cleaning between samples.

Production can be optimized

Nutritional value of ingredients can be analyzed
The quality of the end-product can be verified

Seed Breeding
Thanks to its analysis speed and accuracy, the DA 7250 is perfect for seed breeding
institutes and companies. Users can analyze grains or oilseeds of any type for standard
parameters like protein, moisture, and oil, as well as specialized features like fatty acid
profile or amino acid levels.

The instrument can analyze samples of any size — ranging from only a few grains to 500
mL — and thousands of samples within a short time. The DA 7250 is used by many of the
leading companies and institutes across the globe.

Ethanol Production
The DA 7250 NIR instrument has helped several ethanol producers to lower costs and
increase output. Users can analyze raw materials, fermentation samples and by-products
within a few seconds. Users need not wait half an hour for HPLC results and can obtain an
instant analysis of HPLC parameters in fermentation samples.

Starch Production
Thanks to its flexible sample presentation, the DA 7250 enables analyzing both the raw
materials and almost all in-process products and end-products. Grains, powders, slurries

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and liquids are all analyzed easily using the DA 7250 NIR instrument.

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