Falcon 4G
Falcon 4G is 4th generation of laser-based CBRN stand-off detectors, that can detect, identify and quantify chemical warfare agents and toxic industrial chemicals using absorption of laser radiation caused by molecules of agents and biological warfare agents by evaluating particle size using DISC technology.
Availability: Commercially Available: >90 days for delivery
| Manufacturer |
| SEC Technologies, s.r.o. |
| Product Name |
| Falcon 4G |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Biological; Explosives; |
| Detection Principle |
| Molecular Spectroscopy; |
| Detection Method |
| Mid-infrared Spectroscopy; |
| Application |
| Gas Analysis; |
| Product Model Number |
| 4G-S, 4G-S+, 4G-B |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| Falcon 4G is 4th generation of laser-based CBRN stand-off detectors, that can detect, identify and quantify chemical warfare agents and toxic industrial chemicals using absorption of laser radiation caused by molecules of agents and biological warfare agents by evaluating particle size using DISC technology. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available: >90 days for delivery |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| 2017 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: TNO Report.pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| 20.0 x 10.7 x 11.7 in (507 x 272 x 296 mm) |
| Weight |
| >50 Lbs.; 63.9 Lbs. (29kg), excluding tripod |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; 25 W |
| Transportability |
| Mounted |
| Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity; Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; Vibration/Shock; MIL-STD-810 |
| Operating Conditions |
| -32 to 55°C (-26 to 131°F) |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Laser gases every 3 to 6 months |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| Laser gases |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Minimal |
| Expected Operational Life |
| 5 years |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Maintenance Cost |
| Minimal |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| GA, GB, GD, GF, VX, HD, L |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Acetic Acid, ammonia, diethyl ether, diesel, ethanol, ethylene, formic acid, gasoline, methanol, SF6, others |
| Tested For Explosives |
| Yes |
| Tested For Narcotics |
| Yes |
| Tested For Biological Agents |
| Yes, using DISC Technology |
| Adaptability |
| Yes |
| Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppb |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 2 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds); < 0.5 seconds |
| Total Run Time |
| Seconds |
| Software Control |
| Remote |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Detection Range: up to 5,000 m (effective range), Spectral Range: 9.2 to 10.7 microns |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| 24 month warranty, extended warranties also available. |
| Data File Type Format |
| ATP45, or other user-required format |
