AP4B
The AP4B is a unique, fully automated real-time bio-alert system designed to provide early warning of potential biological threats. Its compact and rugged design enables continuous monitoring of airborne agents in the environment, allowing for the detection of suspicious biological materials.
Thanks to its advanced core detection technology, the AP4B is ideal for use either as an independent detector for infrastructure protection or as an integrated solution within vehicles and combat systems. Its machine learning based alarm algorithm enables continuous adaptation to complex variations in both outdoor and indoor environments, ensuring a low-regret response by minimizing false alarms while maintaining high sensitivity to real threats. The system features an open communication protocol, allowing seamless integration into any CBRN defense architecture.
Availability: Commercially Available: >90 days for delivery
| Manufacturer |
| Proengin, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| AP4B |
| Detection Category |
| Biological; |
| Detection Principle |
| Elemental Analysis; |
| Detection Method |
| Flame Spectroscopy; |
| Application |
| Detection; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument; |
| Product Synopsis |
| The AP4B is a unique, fully automated real-time bio-alert system designed to provide early warning of potential biological threats. Its compact and rugged design enables continuous monitoring of airborne agents in the environment, allowing for the detection of suspicious biological materials.
Thanks to its advanced core detection technology, the AP4B is ideal for use either as an independent detector for infrastructure protection or as an integrated solution within vehicles and combat systems. Its machine learning based alarm algorithm enables continuous adaptation to complex variations in both outdoor and indoor environments, ensuring a low-regret response by minimizing false alarms while maintaining high sensitivity to real threats. The system features an open communication protocol, allowing seamless integration into any CBRN defense architecture. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available: >90 days for delivery |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: AP4B Data Sheet_DTAP4B02EN_loRes (1).pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| 13.5 x 8.6 x 6.7 inch (342 x 218.4x 170 mm) |
| Weight |
| <30 lbs.; 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; AC power: 24 VDC x 3 A max |
| Noise Produced |
| <70 dB |
| Transportability |
| Mounted; |
| Ruggedness |
| CE; IP 65; MIL-STD-810-H; MIL-STD-461-G; MIL-STD-1275-F; |
| Operating Conditions |
| –32 to 50°C (-26 to 122°F) Operational altitude: 10,000 feet 93% HR (non-condensing) |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; refilling or replace for the Hydrogen cylinder (12 hours autonomy) |
| Calibration Schedule |
| Self-test on startup requires no user input |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| 24 hours with 2 Hydrogen cylinders. Recommended preventive maintenance of 1 year. |
| Available Accessories |
| Control & visualisation solutions; Biological air sampler |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Proengin software solution |
| Communications Interface |
| MIL Grade RJ45 Ethernet; RS 485 Souriau |
| Expected Operational Life |
| 10 years |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Maintenance Cost |
| No maintenance until 1,000 hours of operation or every 1 years. |
| Tested For Biological Agents |
| Yes; BWA, Biological Warfare Agents: bacteria, spores, viruses and toxins. Aerosols 1 to 10 microns. |
| Sample Introduction |
| Particle; Aerosols; Vapor/Gas; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| Biological: <100 ACPLA in less than 60 seconds. |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 2 min for temperatures between 0 and 35°C (32°F to 95°F) 4 min for temperatures superior 35°C (95°F) 15 min for temperatures inferior 0°C (32°F) |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (vapor, gas, aerosols) |
| Alarm Capability |
| Audible and Visual (External) |
| Software Control |
| Yes |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Yes |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Vendor training at customer’s facility |
| Manuals Available |
| Operator’s Manual |
| Warranties |
| 1 year; extended warranties are available |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| No |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; IATA regulations apply to hydrogen storage devices |