Biothreat Detection IMASS™ Device
DISCONTINUED - The Biothreat Detection IMASS™ device provides rapid testing for ‘white powder’ incidents. The device is used to directly sample powders, surfaces or liquids using an integrated sponge, then eight immunoassay strips are run simultaneously from the sample giving results for eight biothreat agents in 15 minutes.
Availability: DISCONTINUED
| Manufacturer |
| BBI Detection |
| Product Name |
| Biothreat Detection IMASS™ Device |
| Detection Category |
| Biological |
| Detection Principle |
| Immunological; |
| Detection Method |
| Lateral Flow Hand Held Immunoassay; |
| Application |
| Emergency Response; Detection; Screening; |
| Product Model Number |
| BW-IMASS-N1 |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| DISCONTINUED - The Biothreat Detection IMASS™ device provides rapid testing for ‘white powder’ incidents. The device is used to directly sample powders, surfaces or liquids using an integrated sponge, then eight immunoassay strips are run simultaneously from the sample giving results for eight biothreat agents in 15 minutes. |
| Availability |
| DISCONTINUED |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| April 2013 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| T&E Reports and Standards |
|
Links: Biological; |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: BBI - Biothreat Detection IMASS.pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| 5.5 x 1.6 x 1.6 in (14 x 4 x 4 cm) |
| Weight |
| <1 lb.; 3 oz (85g) |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Noise Produced |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
| Operating Conditions |
| Store 4 to 28°C (39 to 82°F) |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Test strips, buffer vials |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| Buffer |
| Calibration Schedule |
| None |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| None |
| Available Accessories |
| Interpretation cards |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; 15 Months |
| Unit Cost |
| $127.00 |
| Maintenance Cost |
| None |
| Tested For Biological Agents |
| B. anthracis (Anthrax), Y. pestis (Plague) Ricin, Botulinum Toxia A/B, F. tularensis (Tularemia), Brucella spp., Burkholderia mallei, Staphylococcal Enterotoxin B. (SEB) |
| Other Biological Targets |
| Ames spores, Vegetative cells, Brucella abortus, Brucella melitensis |
| Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid; Liquid |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ng; B.anthracis, Ames spores: 5x107 org/mL, B.anthracis, Vegetative cells: 5 x 106 org/mL, F.tularensis: 1x107 org/mL, Y.pestis: 1x108 org/mL, Y.pestis:1x108 org/mL, B.mallei:1x106 org/mL, Brucella abortus: 5x107 org/mL, Brucella melitensis: 5x107 org/mL, SEB: 20ng/mL, Ricin: 10ng/mL, Botulinum Neurotoxin Type A: 20ng/mL, Botulinum Neurotoxin Type B: 20ng/mL |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| B.cereus, Y.psedutuberculosis, Y.similis, chalk dust |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| Immediate |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <15 minutes |
| Total Run Time |
| 15 minutes |
| Alarm Capability |
| Visual |
| Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
| Training Available |
| Yes and online video |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| No |
| Warranties |
| None |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| Yes; UK export controlled, licenses required |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| No |
| Approved Vendors |
| Normeca Asia (http://www.normeca-asia.jp/) , EPE (http://epequip.com/contact/) , Romtech (http://romtech.ro/en/) |
