SPX-300
The SPX 300 Explosives Detector tests for known explosives (including tetryl, nitrocellulose, TNB, DNB, all formulations of military and homemade explosives, nitro methane, gun propellants, mining explosives, liquid peroxides and liquid chlorates). Using swipes or swabs, the SPX 300 produces colorimetric detection using a patent pending technology and has data acquisition and storage capabilities.
Availability: DISCONTINUED
| Manufacturer |
| Spectrex Corporation |
| Product Name |
| SPX-300 |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
| Detection Principle |
| Colorimetric; |
| Detection Method |
| Colorimetric; |
| Application |
| Screening; Bulk Analysis; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The SPX 300 Explosives Detector tests for known explosives (including tetryl, nitrocellulose, TNB, DNB, all formulations of military and homemade explosives, nitro methane, gun propellants, mining explosives, liquid peroxides and liquid chlorates). Using swipes or swabs, the SPX 300 produces colorimetric detection using a patent pending technology and has data acquisition and storage capabilities. |
| Availability |
| DISCONTINUED |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 3.4 x 9.1 x 15.7 in (8.6 x 23 x 39.9 cm) |
| Weight |
| <30 lbs.; 11 lbs (5 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Alkaline Battery; AC/DC Line Power; 12 AA batteries for emergency operation. AC for recharging tablet PC or for non-remote applications. |
| Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
| Operating Conditions |
| Solvents may be susceptible to freezing temperatures |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Swabs, heater foils, solutions, and batteries |
| Communications Interface |
| Yes |
| Shelf Life |
| <1 year; Based on consumables, six months to a year |
| Unit Cost |
| $35,000.00 |
| Tested For Explosives |
| Yes |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppb |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| Immediate |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <1 minute |
| Alarm Capability |
| Visual color change, no audible alarm |
| Software Control |
| On-board |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Manuals Available |
| User's manual |
| Warranties |
| 1 year, limited |
