Introduction
The Autopol® I is an economical automatic polarimeter by Rudolph Research Analytical, designed for educational and budget-sensitive applications while maintaining high quality.

Quality
The Autopol I uses high-quality Glan Thompson Calcite Polarizers, unlike other budget models that use Polaroid Plastic Diachronic Sheet Polarizers. These calcite polarizers offer superior light transmission and durability, guaranteed for the polarimeter's lifetime.

Temperature Considerations
The device includes a temperature probe for displaying and printing sample temperatures. However, it lacks the accuracy needed for temperature-controlled samples, which is critical for most pharmaceutical applications.

Optional Accessories
The Autopol I operates at a single wavelength of 589nm (Sodium D-Line) and includes a 100mm or 200mm glass sample cell. Additional accessories are available.

Specifications

• Measuring Modes: Optical Rotation, Specific Rotation, Concentration, °Z (ISS) Sugar Degrees
• Measuring Range: ±89° Optical Rotation
• Resolution: 0.01° Arc Optical Rotation
• Accuracy: 0.02° Arc Optical Rotation, 0.05°Z (ISS) Sugar Degrees
• Temperature Measurement Range: 10° - 40°C, Accuracy: ±0.1°C
• Measurement Time: 5 measurements in less than 25 seconds
• Light Source: Tungsten-halogen 6V, 20W
• Sample Chamber: Accepts tubes up to 200mm
• Communication: Two RS232 serial ports, one parallel printer port, and one auxiliary port
• Display: 7.5cm x 10cm Graphics LCD, touchscreen interface
• Power: 100 - 240V, 50/60 Hz
• Dimensions: Operating - 617mm W x 323mm H x 445mm D; Shipping - 923mm W x 487mm H x 538 mm D
• Weight: Operating - 19.05 kg; Shipping - 32.6 kg

Conclusion
The Autopol I is a cost-effective solution for applications where high-quality optics are essential, but extensive temperature control is not required.