Instant plastic identification - just present the sample
Our devices are super-easy to use, accessible to your regular staff - no PhD required. They are also incredibly fast, allowing you to identify materials quickly.
Identification in less than a second
No sample preparation needed
Only minimal training required
All key materials are supported.
The devices come with state-of-the-art algorithms built in - no need to purchase them separately or build it yourself. Uniquely, the Desktop and Bench devices have two infrared lamps which allow them to easily measure both transparent and opaque samples
Support up to 24 most common materials, including rubbers and engineering plastics - see the full list here
Possible to build your own spectra libraries for custom materials
Programmable LED to speed up sorting - program it to show specific colour for specific composition, such as green for PVDF (image right).
Mobile app, Cloud & reporting
Control the devices & save data with our free mobile & tablet app. With a subscription, you will also gain access to our cloud from where you can export detailed reports and access your data over API.
A footprint for every use case
We have designed the devices in three different footprints to suit a range of use cases - mobile or stationary.
PlasTell Handheld
- Bring it with you anywhere
- Highly portable and ergonomic
- Up to 12 hours battery life
- Replaceable battery
- Comes with a belt holster
- App-connected for instant results.
PlasTell Desktop
- Best solution for QC lab and sorting
- Dual lamp technology for opaque & transparent materials
- Portable & keeps both of your hands free to scan or save data
- Up to 6 hours battery life
PlasTell Bench
- Best solution for a sorting station
- Robust enclosure for integration into a table or bench
- Powered by a mains adapter (USB-C)
- Same sensing technology as Desktop
- Comes with a mounting plate
Technical specifications
PlasTell Handheld | PlasTell Desktop | PlasTell Bench | |
Materials supported | up to 24 most common plastics - see the list here, with the possibility of adding custom materials | (same) | (same) |
Identification time | 1 second | 0.5 second | 0.5 second |
Measurement principle | Reflective NIR spectroscopy, 1550-1950 nm with AI identification algorithms Transparent samples need to be measured with a reflective target behind them (target supplied with the device). | Transmissive-Reflective NIR spectroscopy, 1550-1950 nm with AI identification algorithms. Dual lamp technology automatically determines whether sample is opaque or transparent. | (same as Desktop) |
Connectivity | Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz, to our cloud), Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB serial port | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB serial port, RS485*, UART*, CAN* bus (*on request, extra fee) |
Battery | rechargeable and replaceable, ~12 hours of non-stop measurements | rechargeable, ~6 hours of non-stop measurements | none |
Power | Charge via USB-C, supplied international USB adapter. Max. power input 15 W. | (same) | (same) |
Size | 17x8x5 cm (6.7x3.2x2 in) | 17x14x10 cm (6.7x5.5x4 in) | 15x12x6 cm (5.9x5.5x2.4 in) |
Weight | 360 g (12.7 oz.) | 675 g (23.8 oz.) | 650 g (23 oz.) |
Accessories | Belt holster, robust carry case (included), additional batteries (optional) | Robust carry case (included) | External screen with 1m cable, mounting plate and mounting fasteners (included) |
Demo video
Have a look at how our device works!
Sorting demo
This video shows our PlasTell machine quickly and efficiently identifying plastics waste.
Handheld demo
Take a look at our latest device - PlasTell Handheld!