The Bruker 300 MHz Avance III solid-state (SS) NMR is designed for material characterisation, using a combination of spectroscopy and relaxometry

Solid-state NMR is non-destructive and requires only a small amount of material for analysis, depending on the isotope studied (50 mg or less). A combination of spectroscopy with spectral editing and relaxometry allows investigation of structural and dynamic properties, in addition to chemical composition.

We have expertise with a wide variety of materials, from newly-synthesised chemicals to polymers, complex inorganic composites, hybrid materials and mixed organic substances.

Research areas can include functionalised silica nanoparticles, clay-based materials, coal/carboniferous materials, zeolites, plant-based materials, natural polymers and complex mixtures, as well as food science.

Instrument specifications

7.41 Tesla (300 MHz) wide bore superconducting magnet interfaced with a two-channel Bruker Avance III spectrometer with temperature control unit.

Capabilities include:

• Avance III HD console (2 channels) with high-power proton decoupling and temperature control
• Heteronuclear NMR: 7Li, 11B, 13C, 23Na, 27AI, 29Si, 31P
• 4.0 mm MAS HX probe. Maximum spinning rate 9 kHz. Wide range of isotope frequencies are available. Temperature range: -30 to +70°C
• 7 mm static probe. Single channel (13 to 123 MHz)
• 4 mm MAS X-H (1H or 19F) Doty probe

For more information or if you have any queries about benefits of SS NMR for your project, please contact the Facility Manager.