Individual fluorescence bandpass filters that have been optimized for use in a variety of fluorescence instruments. Pair this filter with other Nanopede filters to step through the spectrum in 20 nm Full-Width, Half Max (FWHM) steps. This value approach to filter design provides essential filter performance for detector-based applications.
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Question 1: What is the FBP01-400/16-12.5 filter used for?
Answer: The FBP01-400/16-12.5 is a single-band optical bandpass filter that transmits light centered around 400 nm while blocking unwanted wavelengths. It is commonly used in fluorescence instruments, spectral flow cytometry, point-detection systems, and optical prototyping applications..
Question 2: What does "400/16" mean?
Answer: The designation "400/16" indicates- Center wavelength: 400 nm and Guaranteed maximum bandwidth (GMBW): 16 nm. The filter belongs to the Nanopede™ family, which is designed around 20 nm FWHM spectral spacing across the spectrum.:
Question 3: Is this filter suitable for fluorescence applications?
Answer: The filter family was specifically developed for fluorescence point-detection based systems that require spectral discrimination. This filter family is not suitable for imaging applications.
Question 4: What makes Nanopede™ filters unique?
Answer: Nanopede filters are designed to provide:
This allows engineers to rapidly build and evaluate systems without requiring premium filter sets for every channel.
Question 5: Can I combine this filter with other Nanopede filters?
Answer: Yes. Nanopede filters are intended to be used as a family. Multiple filters can be combined to step across the spectrum in adjacent wavelength bands, helping optimize spectral point-based detection systems.