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Tryptophan in Research & Education

Tryptophan in Research & Education

Tryptophan fluorescence serves as a valuable tracer for studying microbial dynamics, wastewater impacts, and organic matter cycling in aquatic systems. In academic and field research settings, it enables non-destructive, real-time analysis of water quality and biochemical processes.

AlpHa’s XC-TRYP sensor utilizes patent pending optical technology with the following unique features:

  • Industry leading minimum detection limit at 2 ppb
  • Automatic temperature compensation
  • Analog (0 – 3 V) or digital (RS-485 MODBUS RTU) output formats
  • Options for custom OEM sonde multiparameter and stand-alone configurations

  • Minimum Detection Limit: < 2 ppb
  • Tryptophan Range: 0 to 5,000 ppb
  • Tryptophan Response Time: T100 ~10 seconds
  • Temperature Range: 0 to 50°C
  • Max Pressure: 375 m 
  • Emission Wavelength: 350 / 50 nm
  • Input Power: 6.5 – 36 VDC
  • Power Consumption: 333 mW
    • Custom Options Available
  • Warranty:
    • 12 Months
    • Extended Warranties Available
  • Form Factor
    • Stand-alone
    • Sonde / Cartridge
    • Custom Options Available
  • Housing Material Options
    • Titanium
    • Custom Options Available
  • Thermistor Options
    • Integrated Temperature Compensation
  • Integrated Insertions
    • Custom Options Available
  • Analog
    • 0 – 3 V with UART-MODBUS
    • Custom Options Available
  • Digital
    • RS-485 MODBUS RTU
    • Custom Options Available 
  • Connectors
    • Integrated Connectors (detachable or cableless)
      • Custom Options Available 
    • Connectors with Cables (including temperature)
      • Any commercially available connectors and custom options