Max-IR Labs develops infrared sensors that utilize quantum cascade laser technology to perform real-time, non-reactive analysis of liquid compositions, including thick and opaque substances. This technology addresses the challenges of traditional measurement methods, providing accurate and continuous monitoring for applications in industrial process control, biomedical diagnostics, and environmental analysis.
Funding
$260K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional methods for analyzing liquid composition, especially thick or opaque substances, often suffer from fouling, interferences, and instability over time, requiring frequent maintenance and potentially yielding inaccurate results. Existing techniques like ultraviolet, electrochemical, colorimetric, and direct infrared methods struggle with complex liquids and can alter the sample during analysis.
Solution
Max-IR Labs provides real-time, non-reactive liquid analysis using infrared sensors based on quantum cascade laser (QCL) technology. Their patented technology enables accurate and continuous monitoring of liquid compositions, even for thick and opaque substances, without altering the sample. The sensors utilize a special optical fiber in contact with the liquid analyte, and an ion-selective material to concentrate compounds of interest. This approach overcomes the limitations of traditional methods by providing stable, low-maintenance sensors suitable for diverse applications.
Target Audience
The primary customers include professionals in industrial process control, water and wastewater treatment, biomedical diagnostics, food and beverage processing, the energy industry, and environmental analysis.
Features
- Patented infrared technology for analyzing liquids without reaction or interference.
- Quantum cascade lasers (QCLs) emitting in the mid- and long-wave infrared bands for accurate spectral analysis.
- Replaceable cartridge holding an infrared waveguide and ion-selective material for compound concentration.
- Infrared detector with noise-cancellation algorithms for real-time, continuous, and accurate readings.
- Self-calibration technology to avoid measurement drift and ensure long-term accuracy.
- Ability to analyze a wide range of liquids, from clear to thick and murky.