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Specifications
| Spectrometer: | Carl Zeiss MMS-1 Spectrometer | |
| Range: | 310-1100 nm | |
| Spectral Sample Size: | 3 nm | |
| Spectral Resolution: | 8-13 nm | |
| Light Source: | Xenon Tungsten Lamp | |
| Lens: | Fused silica, coated to enhance NIR | |
| Shutter: | White painted reference standard | |
| Display: | Sunlight visible transflective LCD screen | |
| PC Interface: | Connectivity: USB & WiFi | |
| Data Recorded with Each: | Raw data, reflectance, absorbance, first derivative | |
| Operating Conditions | 0-50ºC, 0-90% non-condensing humidity |
| Measurement: | Absorbance, second derviative absorbance | |
| Power Source: | Removable 3100 milliamp hour lithium-ion battery | |
| Battery Life: | 1600+ measurements | |
| Data Storage: | Removable 64 GB SD card | |
| Body: | Heavy-duty powder-coated aluminum body | |
| Dimensions: | 7.1″ x 4.75″W, 1.75″ thick | |
| Weight: | 1.05 kg |
Theory of Operation
The F-750 Produce Quality Meter uses near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy, as developed at Central Queensland University, to estimate quality metrics such as dry matter, Total Soluble Solids (TSS or brix), titratable acidity, and color.
Spectroscopy & Solanacaea
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AppBuilder Software Overview
F-750 User Interface
Interactive Demo (Legacy Software)
The F-750 has a wide range of applications, from determining optimal harvest timing by assessing fruit maturity, to providing an objective analysis of produce quality of fruit in packing houses and upon import.
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Working like a high-powered flashlight, the F-750 sends particles of light into a commodity, then measures the NIR light interactance with molecular components inside of the commodity to quantify user-selected traits.
Applications for the F-750 Produce Quality Meter
The F-750 is a handheld, fully integrated system, allowing users to operate it out in the orchard or inside the QA lab. Its simple, intuitive user interface makes it easy for anyone to use, while its model building software makes it customizable and versatile.
What version of software do you need?
| Hardware Version | Firmware Version | Installation Instructions | App Builder Version | Model Builder Version | Compatible Apps and Models |
| 014-018 | 2.2.4.19493 | Download | 2.2.5 | Not Compatible | See Apps Table below |
| 011-013 | 1.2.0.13102 | Download | Not Compatible | 1.3.0.192 | See Models Table (Legacy) below |
| 010 | 1.2.0.7041 | Download | Not Compatible | 1.3.0.177 | See Models Table (Legacy) below |
| 009 and Lower | 1.1.0.5702 | Download | Not Compatible | 1.3.0.177 | See Models Table (Legacy) below |
WARNING! If your unit has firmware v1.2.0.13102 or lower, it will not be able to use its Model Builder models when it is updated to newer firmware. The newest firmware version is compatible with App Builder only and will need the latest App Builder apps to function. Please see the firmware update instructions for more details.
F-750 Apps Table
| Commodity | Current App |
| Avocado | FelixAvocado (build 03/09/2022) |
| Kiwi Gold3 | FelixKiwi_Gold3 (build 03/09/2022) |
| Kiwi Hayward | FelixKiwi_Hayward (build 03/09/2022) |
| Kiwi Red19 | FelixKiwi_Red19 (build 03/09/2022) |
| Mango | FelixMango (build 03/09/2022) |
| Apple | FelixApple (build 03/09/2022) |
| Cherry | FelixCherry (build 03/09/2022) |
| Grape | FelixGrape (build 03/09/2022) |
| Mandarin | FelixMandarin (build 03/09/2022) |
| Pear | FelixPear (build 03/09/2022) |
| Persimmon | FelixPersimmon (build 03/09/2022) |
F-750 Models Table (Legacy)
| Commodity | Models |
| Avocado | 750AvocadpV11.modelBuilder |
| Kiwi Hayward | Kiwi_DM_BrixV1.modelBuilder |
| Mango | FelixMangoV2.Model.modelBuilder |
| Apple | Apple Brix-DM Starter Model.modelBuilder |
| Cherry | Cherry DM Starter Model.modelBuilder |
| Grape | Grape Brix Starter Model.modelBuilder |
| Mandarin | Mandarin Brix Starter Model.modelBuilder |
| Pear | Pear Brix Starter Model.modelBuilder |
| Persimmon | Persimmon Brix Starter Model.modelBuilder |
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Does this product come with a warranty?
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All devices from Felix Instruments – Applied Food Science come with a 12- month warranty at the point of sale. The warranty covers repairing and replacing defective parts of the instrument that were manufactured directly by Felix Instruments. The warranty does not cover wear and tear, neglect, misuse, accident, or excessive deterioration. Further, unauthorized repair and alteration by an unauthorized party voids the warranty. More information can be found in the operation manual of your instrument.
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Is the Produce Quality Meter waterproof?
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The Produce Quality Meter is not designed to be waterproof and should not be used underwater. The Produce Quality Meter is designed to be water-resistant. Use in light rain is fine, however, there are electronics inside of the Produce Quality Meter that can be damaged from water entering the instrument, so it is not recommended to use the Produce Quality Meter during heavy rainfall.
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What are the operating conditions of this product?
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The recommended operating temperature range for the Produce Quality Meter is 0 – 50° Celsius.
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How do I determine model quality?
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Several factors should be viewed when assessing the quality of a model. Read more here.
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How do I use the Produce Quality Meter to create models?
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