KNOWLEDGE CENTER
Tutorials & Video Support
Step-by-step tutorials, software guides and application demonstrations for Thunder Optics Raman, spectroscopy and gemology instrumentation.
RAMAN TUTORIALS
Raman Measurement & Identification
How to Acquire a Raman Spectrum
Step-by-step guide to acquiring a Raman spectrum using Thunder Optics Gem and Affa Raman systems with ThunderView software.
Create a Reference Database & Identify Spectra with RRUFF
Learn how to build a Raman reference database, add measured spectra and compare unknown samples with reference data using ThunderView Raman and RRUFF.
GEMOLOGY TUTORIALS
UV–Vis–NIR & Gemstone Analysis
UV–Vis–NIR Analysis of Major Gemstones
Step-by-step demonstration of UV–Vis–NIR absorption measurements on diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds using the Thunder Optics gemology platform.
Comparing Gemstone Spectra & Origins
Practical comparison of UV–Vis–NIR spectra from diamonds, ruby and sapphires with different geological origins and spectral characteristics.
Fast Gemstone Identification with Raman
Rapid, non-destructive Raman identification of gemstones using the Thunder Optics Gem Raman platform with real gemological samples.
SOFTWARE & THUNDERVIEW TUTORIALS
Software Installation & Spectral Workflows
Install ThunderView for Raman Spectroscopy
Step-by-step installation guide for ThunderView with Thunder Optics OR Raman spectrometers, including software setup and preparation for Raman acquisition workflows.
Install ThunderView for O Spectrometers
Learn how to install and configure ThunderView for Thunder Optics O Spectrometers, from software setup to the first spectroscopy measurements.
SPECTROMETER TUTORIALS
Absorbance Measurements & Spectroscopy Basics
Measure Absorbance with the C Spectrometer
Step-by-step demonstration of absorbance measurements using the Thunder Optics C Spectrometer and HLS light source, including reference acquisition, sample measurement and absorbance plotting.
Absorbance Measurements with the Mini Spectrometer
Learn the basic workflow for absorbance spectroscopy with the Thunder Optics Mini Spectrometer, from setup and reference measurement to sample acquisition and interpretation.
NEED MORE SUPPORT?
Scientific Support for Thunder Optics Customers
Need help with instrument setup, ThunderView configuration, measurement workflows, spectral databases or data interpretation? Our team can provide technical and scientific support for Thunder Optics instrumentation.