FirstDefender RMX
The FirstDefender RMX is a hand-held Raman spectrometer designed for onsite identification of unknown solids and liquids. The RMX can be used with the fixed probe, through an integrated vial mode, or mounted to select tactical robots via an integration kit.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| FirstDefender RMX |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives; |
| Detection Principle |
| Molecular Spectroscopy; |
| Detection Method |
| Raman Spectroscopy; |
| Application |
| Emergency Response; Screening; Bulk Analysis; Forensics; |
| Product Model Number |
| FIRSTDEFENDERRMX |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The FirstDefender RMX is a hand-held Raman spectrometer designed for onsite identification of unknown solids and liquids. The RMX can be used with the fixed probe, through an integrated vial mode, or mounted to select tactical robots via an integration kit. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| ~2010 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| MRIGlobal hands-on experience, DoD; positive user feedback, Market Leader |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: Thermo Scientific-FirstDefender RMX.pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| 7.7. x 4.5 x 2.4 in (19.6 x 11.4 x 6.1 cm) |
| Weight |
| <5 Lbs.; 2 Lbs. (919 g) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; AC/DC Line Power; Removable and rechargeable lithium ion battery or 123a batteries (> 4 hour operation), DC Wall adapter, 12 V 1.25 A |
| Noise Produced |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity; Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; Vibration/Shock; MIL-STD-810-G and IP67 rated |
| Operating Conditions |
| –20 to 50°C (-4 to 122°F) |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; 4 mL vials |
| Calibration Schedule |
| None required. Recommend analyzing known reference prior to use. |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| No user-accessible internal components |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Mini SD card |
| Communications Interface |
| Mini SD card, no direct connection to PC |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $60,500.00 |
| Maintenance Cost |
| No routine maintenance required |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| Yes, GA, GB, GD, HD, HNs, VX, RVX, others |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Yes |
| Tested For Explosives |
| Yes |
| Tested For Narcotics |
| Yes, Fentanyls, Opiates, others |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| Yes |
| Number of Library Entries |
| 12,000+ |
| Adaptability |
| Yes; users can add new targets in the field and create custom searchable spectral libraries. Most organic chemicals are capable of producing a searchable Raman spectrum, with the exception of materials that fluoresce when exposed to 785 nm light. |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid; Liquid |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| Bulk; ~10% |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| Fluorescence |
| False Positive Rates |
| <1% |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| < 2 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <1 minute |
| Total Run Time |
| Sample dependent |
| Alarm Capability |
| Visual |
| Software Control |
| On-board software |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| 785 nm laser adjustable 75 – 250 mW Raman Spectral Range: 250 – 2875 cm-1, Direct viewing of laser beam or reflected beam is hazardous to the eye. Operators should follow ANSI Z136.1 laser safety guidelines |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| Vendor reachback service available |
| Warranties |
| 1 year standard, additional years available |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| This device is subject to export controls including those of the Export Administration Regulations of the U.S. Department of Commerce, which may restrict or require licenses for the export of product from the United States and their re-export to and from other countries. |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Lithium ion battery restrictions |
| Data File Type Format |
| SPC |
