RAID-XP
The RAID-XP is a highly flexible instrument, both in terms of detection capabilities (N+C) and lightweight and portable design. It is based on the principle of ion mobility spectrometry.
Availability: Commercially available
Manufacturer |
| Bruker Corporation |
Product Name |
| RAID-XP |
Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives; Radiological/Nuclear |
Detection Principle |
| Spectrometry; |
Detection Method |
| Ion Mobility Spectrometry; |
Application |
| Emergency Response; Screening; Gas Analysis; Identifiers; |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| The RAID-XP is a highly flexible instrument, both in terms of detection capabilities (N+C) and lightweight and portable design. It is based on the principle of ion mobility spectrometry. |
Availability |
| Commercially available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Dimensions |
| 6.2 x 8.7 x 11 in (160 x 220 x 280 mm) |
Weight |
| <30 Lbs.; 15 Lbs. (7 kg), without battery |
Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; External power supply, accumulator/battery Low voltage DC power (9 to 32 V DC nominal) Mains power supply: 230 V 50 Hz (110 V 60 Hz) AC |
Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
Transportability |
| Handheld |
Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity |
Operating Conditions |
| –30 to 50°C (-22 to 122°F) |
Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Dust, purge, and drying filters, dopant. Filters are rated for 500 operating hours |
Calibration Schedule |
| No |
Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Filter and dopant replacement every 500 hours |
Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| XIMS-NT software |
Communications Interface |
| GPS enabled; RS232 interface to remote computer |
Expected Operational Life |
| 1 to 2 years |
Shelf Life |
| <5 years; 1 to 2 years |
Unit Cost |
| $24,500.00 |
Maintenance Cost |
| $600 to $1,500 |
Tested For Chemical Agents |
| GB, VX, GA, GD, GF, AC, CG, HD, L, HN, CL2 |
Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Chlorine, HCN, HCl, SO2, arsine |
Tested For Explosives |
| No |
Tested For Narcotics |
| No |
Other Chemical Targets |
| Riot control agents, toluene 2,4-diisocyanate, toluene 2,6-diisocyanate |
Adaptability |
| Yes, user can add new targets to detector with support using optional RAID-NT control software |
Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppm |
Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| Typical interferents for IMS detector, including JP-8, gasoline, floor wax, Windex, aromatic vapors, smoke, cleaning compounds. |
Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 1 to 5 minutes |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <1 minute |
Alarm Capability |
| Audible and visual |
Software Control |
| XIMS-NT software |
Other Operational Parameters |
| Automatic purge mode to prevent saturation and achieve fast recovery time. Gamma radiation detector |
Training Required |
| <1 day training |
Training Available |
| Yes |
Manuals Available |
| Operator’s manual |
Warranties |
| 1 year factory warranty. Extended warranties at 5% per year up to 5 years. |
ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| Yes; U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Agency regulations due to 63Nickel source |
IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Agency regulations due to 63Nickel source. |