
About Central Instrumentation Facility
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The Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) at Dr. Bansi Dhar Institute, Gurugram, offers sophisticated analytical instrumentation essential for advanced research in chemical, environmental, pharmaceutical, and material sciences. The facility serves a diverse community of researchers, students, startups, and government or private institutions. This initiative aims to provide technical support and shared access to high-end equipment, promoting scientific advancement and innovation for societal benefit.
Key Highlights
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Cutting-edge instruments Expert support for research & innovation Bridging academia and industry
State-of-the-Art Equipments
XRD (X-ray Diffraction) – Smart Lab RIGAKU
X-ray diffraction (XRD) is a non-destructive technique for characterizing amorphous and crystalline materials. Used from research through production and engineering Providing versatile, advanced solutions for materials analysis and quality control
BET (Brunauer–Emmett–Teller) – Anton Paar
The Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) method is employed to measure the specific surface area of porous and non-porous solids based on nitrogen adsorption isotherms.
UV–Vis Spectrophotometer – PerkinElmer
A UV–Vis spectrophotometer measures the absorbance of ultraviolet and visible light by a sample over a defined wavelength range, enabling both analyte quantification (via Beer–Lambert’s Law) and reaction-kinetic studies
FT-IR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy) – PerkinElmer UATR HR Spectrum Two
Infrared-absorbance spectroscopy is employed to identify functional groups, serving as a powerful structural tool. It is used analyzing functional organic/ inorganic group and material samples across multiple sectors Pharmaceuticals Research & Academia Coatings Adhesives Chemicals & Materials Polymers
STA (Simultaneous Thermal Analysis) – PerkinElmer 6000
Simultaneous Thermal Analysis (STA) is a powerful analytical technique that enables researchers to comprehensively and efficiently characterize a material’s thermal behaviour. It achieves this by simultaneously measuring mass changes (via Thermogravimetric Analysis, TGA) and heat flow (via Differential Scanning Calorimetry, DSC) in a single run under identical experimental conditions. This enables clear insights into Thermal Stability Decomposition Reactions Phase Transitions (e.g. melting, crystallization, glass transition)
DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry) – PerkinElmer 6000
Used for analyzing thermal behavior of materials
GCMS with FID + Headspace – PerkinElmer CLARUS 690 GC
In GC–MS systems featuring headspace sampling and FID detection, are separated chromatographically and characterized using mass spectrometry. This hybrid technique is extensively employed for quantitative and qualitative analysis in Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) Pesticides Cholesterol Fatty acids Alcohols Environmental Surveillance Food-quality testing Materials Research
ICP-OES (Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometry) – PerkinElmer
ICP-OES can simultaneously detect and quantify multiple elements in a sample. It can detect very low concentrations of elements Metals and Minerals Sodium Lead Calcium Arsenic Magnesium Chromium Cadmium Including environmental monitoring, food safety, and materials analysis etc.
HPLC (High Performance Liquid Chromatography) – Shimadzu Ai-Series (PDA, FLD & RI Detector)
HPLC can separate complex mixtures, effectively distinguishing between components with minute differences, and can detect even low concentrations of analytes. High-performance liquid chromatography for non-volatile molecules, analysis of Preservative Antioxidant Artificial Colour Artificial sweeteners Vitamins (fat and water soluble) Organics acid Steroids HPLC is used in various fields, including environmental monitoring, food safety, and materials analysis.
Preparative HPLC – Shimadzu Semi-Prep Automated LC 20AR
High-pressure liquid chromatography purification system using large preparative columns and high solvent flow for milligram-to-gram scale isolation and purification of target compounds
Contact & Location
Plot No. 78 D & E, Sector No. 18, Gurugram - 122015
Phone: 88888 43619
Website: www.drbansidharinstitute.org
Instrument
Inductively Coupled Plasma - Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES)
Scope of Analysis
Quantitative analysis of metals and minerlas in various samples
Components Analysed
Metals and Minerals
Industry Applications
- Environmental: Water quality monitoring, soil contamination studies
- Pharmaceutical: Raw material testing, final product testing for elemental impurities
- Food & Beverage: Nutritional analysis, contaminant detection
- Metallurgical: Metal alloy composition, quality control
- Chemical: Chemical synthesis monitoring, catalyst analysis
- Petrochemical: Oil analysis, catalyst and additive analysis
Sample Types
Water, Soil, Biological samples, Food products, Metals, Alloys, Oils
Benefits
High sensitivity, Precision, Multi-element analysis, Rapid analysis

Instrument
GCMS with FID + Headspace (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry with Flame Ionization Detector)
Scope of Analysis
Identification and quantification of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds
Components Analysed
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs), Pesticides, Herbicides, Fatty acid , Cholesterol
Industry Applications
- Environmental: Air and water quality analysis, soil contamination studies
- Pharmaceutical: Drug analysis, metabolite identification
- Food & Beverage: Flavour and fragrance analysis, contaminant detection
- Forensic: Toxicology studies, substance identification
- Chemical: Analysis of chemical mixtures, product quality control
Sample Types
Air, Water, Soil, Biological samples, Food products, Chemical compounds
Benefits
High specificity, Compound identification, Trace analysis, Broad compound range

Instrument
High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Scope of Analysis
Separation, identification, and quantification of components in liquid samples
Components Analysed
Pharmaceuticals (e.g., Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients), Biomolecules (e.g., Proteins, Peptides), Food additives, Dyes,
Industry Applications
- Pharmaceutical: Drug purity analysis, API quantification
- Food & Beverage: Additive and preservative analysis, nutritional content
- Environmental: Pollutant and contaminant analysis
- Chemical: Chemical composition analysis, reaction monitoring
- Plant Extracts & Herbal Products: Quality control and active ingredient quantification
Sample Types
Pharmaceuticals, Biological samples, Food products, Water, Chemicals, Plant Extracts, Herbal Products, Biological Samples, Food Products
Benefits
High resolution, Accuracy, Versatility, Quantitative and qualitative analysis

Instrument
Preparative high-performance chromatography (Prep HPLC)
Scope of Analysis
Large-scale purification of compounds
Components Analysed
Purification of APIs, Natural products, Biologics, Synthetic chemicals, Flavonoids, Polyphenols, Phenolic Acids
Industry Applications
- Pharmaceutical: Purification of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)
- Biotechnology: Purification of proteins, peptides, and other biologics
- Chemical: Isolation of synthetic chemicals and natural products
- Plant Extracts & Herbal Products: Isolation and purification of active ingredients
- Food Products: Purification of food additives and nutritional components
Sample Types
Pharmaceuticals, Biologics, Chemicals, Plant Extracts, Herbal Products, Biological Samples, Food Products
Benefits
High purity isolation, Efficient purification, Large-scale preparation

Instrument
High Vacuum Physisorption Analyzer (BET)
Scope of Analysis
Surface area and porosity analysis
Components Analysed
Surface area, Pore volume, Pore size distribution
Industry Applications
- Material Science: Characterization of porous materials
- Catalysis: Surface area and porosity analysis of catalysts
- Pharmaceuticals: Analysis of drug formulation and delivery systems
- Nanomaterials : Surface and pore structure of advanced functional materials
- Cement & Construction : Surface area of SCMs, pore structure of concrete
Sample Types
Powders, Porous materials, Catalysts, Pharmaceuticals
Benefits
Accurate surface area measurement, Porosity analysis, Catalyst characterization, Material performance evaluation

Instrument
STA (Simultaneous Thermal Analysis)
Scope of Analysis
Simultaneous measurement of mass change and thermal events
Components Analysed
Thermal stability, Decomposition, Phase transitions
Industry Applications
- Material Science: Thermal stability and decomposition studies
- Polymer: Analysis of polymer stability and degradation
- Pharmaceuticals: Thermal analysis of drug substances and formulations
- Cement & Construction Industry: Thermal stability of insulation and fireproofing materials
- Chemical: Analysis of thermal behaviour of chemicals
Sample Types
Polymers, Composites, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals
Benefits
Comprehensive thermal characterization, Stability studies, Combined TG-DSC analysis

Instrument
Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC)
Scope of Analysis
Measurement of heat flow associated with phase transitions
Components Analysed
Melting point, Crystallization, Glass transition
Industry Applications
- Material Science: Phase transition and melting point determination
- Polymer: Analysis of glass transition and crystallization behaviour
- Pharmaceuticals: Purity and thermal stability analysis
- Building Materials / Composites: Thermal degradation of insulation materials
- Chemical: Study of phase transitions and purity
Sample Types
Polymers, Pharmaceuticals, Food products, Chemicals
Benefits
Precise thermal analysis, Phase transition study, Purity determination

Instrument
UV-VIS Spectrometer
Scope of Analysis
Quantitative analysis of absorbance or reflectance of UV-Vis light
Components Analysed
Concentration of analytes, Absorbance, Transmittance
Industry Applications
- Pharmaceutical: Concentration of drug substances, reaction monitoring
- Environmental: Water quality analysis, detection of pollutants
- Food & Beverage: Analysis of food additives and colorants
- Chemical: Analysis of chemical reactions and compound concentration
Sample Types
Solutions, Water, Biological samples, Food products, Chemicals
Benefits
Accurate concentration measurement, Kinetic studies, Qualitative analysis

Instrument
Fourier transformed Infrared (FTIR) Spectrometer
Scope of Analysis
Identification of functional groups and molecular structure analysis
Components Analysed
Organic compounds, Inorganic compounds, Polymers
Industry Applications
- Pharmaceutical: Drug identification, functional group analysis
- Chemical: Identification of unknown compounds, structural analysis
- Polymer: Characterization of polymer materials, identification of additives
- Cement & Construction Industry: Characterizing hydrated cement phases
- Food & Beverage: Detection of adulterants or contaminants
Sample Types
Polymers, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Food products, biological samples
Benefits
Molecular fingerprinting, Structural elucidation, Qualitative analysis

Instrument
X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)
Scope of Analysis
Identifying crystalline & amorphous materials and determining their structure
Components Analysed
Metals and alloys, Ceramics, Minerals, Polymers (semi-crystalline), Thin films and coatings
Industry Applications
- Pharmaceutical: API identification, polymorph analysis, stability studies
- Materials Science: Crystal structure analysis, phase identification, coatings
- Cement & Construction: Phase composition, quality control
Sample Types
Powders (most common), Thin films and coatings, Single crystals, Nanomaterials
Benefits
Non-destructive, Phase-specific, High resolution

