From Diesel Spectrum to Quantified FAME Result with FTIR

Anton Paar is making routine FAME analysis in diesel more accessible with the Lyza 7000 FTIR spectrometer. By combining predefined methods, guided workflows, and embedded quantification, Lyza 7000 helps fuel laboratories determine biodiesel content directly from liquid diesel samples, reporting results in % volume.

FAME content is measured throughout fuel production and distribution to support blend verification, release testing, terminal operations, and incoming goods inspection. Using FTIR, the characteristic infrared response of FAME is determined directly in the diesel sample, providing quantified results with minimal sample preparation. 

Lyza 7000 supports FTIR analysis by guiding operators through the measurement and keeping the relevant settings and evaluation steps consistent. This reduces training time and allows users to obtain the required FAME result without having to interpret spectral data.

The embedded quantification feature allows users to quantify FAME content on the standalone Lyza 7000 system. During routine operation, the user selects the method and measures the sample. Spectral processing and calculation are performed in the background, and the FAME concentration is displayed directly on the instrument.

"Routine fuel testing should be straightforward, reliable, and accessible," says Daniel Vetter, Product Manager for Lyza 7000 at Anton Paar. "With Lyza 7000, we've combined FTIR analysis with guided workflows and embedded quantification so laboratories can determine FAME content directly from diesel samples without the complexity typically associated with spectroscopic methods. This allows more users to obtain consistent results while reducing training requirements and increasing confidence in everyday quality-control measurements."

The result is a repeatable and consistent workflow from diesel spectrum to quality-control parameter, supporting fast blend verification and product release.

Visit Anton Paar at the Gulf Coast Conference to see Lyza 7000 and discuss how FTIR-based FAME analysis can support your diesel quality-control workflow. The event will be held from October 13–14, 2026, in Galveston, Texas, United States.