How easy is it to 'adjust' measured spectra?

  • STRIP-CHARTS...Before computers, spectra took the form of ink on paper. Archaic? Undoubtedly, but there's one big advantage: data security. Only expert forgers could convincingly alter the curves.
     

  • COMPUTER CONTROL...Computer-controlled spectrometers were a big improvement, but it became far too easy to manipulate results. AR coatings don't meet spec? No problem! Copy spectra to Excel, subtract 0.2%, re-store on disk and backdate the file. Unlikely at your facility? So is fire, but you still have fire insurance. Why take chances on data security?
     

  • CONTROL+SECURITY...FilmStar MEASURE spectrophotometer software combines with industry-standard database software to automate quality assurance procedures and securely save spectra in uneditable form. In addition, FilmStar MEASURE users gain all the advantages of database technology: the ability to sort, select and analyze spectra according to multiple criteria.

QA 'adjustment' can have devastating consequences.


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