IDEX Series
The IDEX kits are colorimetric detectors for materials and precursors commonly used in the production of homemade explosives. Visible residues (mg) must be present in order to use the kit and multiple samples must be created to place into each test vial if a true unknown is discovered.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Field Forensics, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| IDEX Series |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
| Detection Principle |
| Colorimetric; |
| Detection Method |
| Colorimetric; |
| Application |
| Screening; Bulk Analysis; Trace Analysis; Forensics; |
| Product Model Number |
| 13 Different Units |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The IDEX kits are colorimetric detectors for materials and precursors commonly used in the production of homemade explosives. Visible residues (mg) must be present in order to use the kit and multiple samples must be created to place into each test vial if a true unknown is discovered. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 3 in (77 mm) |
| Weight |
| <1 lb.; 0.45 kg |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
| Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity |
| Operating Conditions |
| -32 to 43°C (0 to 110°F) |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Kit reagents |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| Yes |
| Expected Operational Life |
| 2 years |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; 2 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $65.00 |
| Tested For Explosives |
| TNT, PETN, Chlorates/perchlorates, AN, CAN, nitrates, tetryl, TNB, nitroaromatics, urea nitrate, phosphates, acetic anhydride |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid; Liquid |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| mg |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| < 1 minute |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <1 minute |
| Total Run Time |
| < 1 minute |
| Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Kit instructions |
| Reachback Service |
| No |
| Warranties |
| None |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| No |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| No |
