pBDi
The pBDi is a portable detection platform for on-site identification of biothreat agents. Developed for use by non-scientific personnel, the pBDi can be operated while working in protective equipment under extreme conditions. Fully portable and operating from internal batteries, pBDi can be used in the hot zone. The pBDi employs a electrochemical biochip technology for multiplex ELISA-based detection of biothreat agents. The pBDi offers new features such as integration with a mobile suitcase, battery operation, Bluetooth connection to a ruggedized tablet PC and assays for bacteria, viruses and toxins identification.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| Airsense Analytics |
Product Name |
| pBDi |
Detection Category |
| Biological; |
Detection Principle |
| Immunological; |
Detection Method |
| Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assay; |
Application |
| Emergency Response; |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| The pBDi is a portable detection platform for on-site identification of biothreat agents. Developed for use by non-scientific personnel, the pBDi can be operated while working in protective equipment under extreme conditions. Fully portable and operating from internal batteries, pBDi can be used in the hot zone. The pBDi employs a electrochemical biochip technology for multiplex ELISA-based detection of biothreat agents. The pBDi offers new features such as integration with a mobile suitcase, battery operation, Bluetooth connection to a ruggedized tablet PC and assays for bacteria, viruses and toxins identification. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: Bruker - pBDi.pdf; |
Dimensions |
| 16 x 13 x 8.3 in (412 x 337 x 211 mm) |
Weight |
| <50 Lbs.; 32 Lbs. (14.6 kg) |
Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; 19V; 5 hours |
Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
Operating Conditions |
| 10 to 40°C (50 to 105°F), up to 95% RH |
Consumables |
| >$1,000/year; Assay kits; 10 assays per box |
Solvents/Reagents |
| Yes; freeze-dried |
Available Accessories |
| Sample prep kit, training kit |
Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| PC, windows based |
Communications Interface |
| USB, Bluetooth |
Expected Operational Life |
| 15 consecutive measurements for battery life |
Shelf Life |
| <1 year |
Unit Cost |
| $51,000.00 |
Tested For Biological Agents |
| B. anthracis (Anthrax), Y. pestis (Plague), F. tularensis (Tularemia), Brucellosis, Glanders, Smallpox, Botulinum Toxin A-F, Staphylococcal A/B, Ricin, Abrin |
Other Biological Targets |
| Yes |
Sample Introduction |
| Liquid; Solid; |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| pg; cfu/mL; pfu/mL |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| >15 minutes; 20 minutes |
Total Run Time |
| 20 minutes |
Software Control |
| PC |
Training Required |
| <1 week training |
Training Available |
| Yes |
Manuals Available |
| Yes |
Warranties |
| Yes |