Trace Explosives Detection
Robust, Field-Deployable Trace Explosives Detection
- Fast and sensitive measurements
- Ultra-low limits of detection in seconds
- High mass resolving power for accurate identification
- Field deployable and capable for mobile measurements
- Automated reagent ion switching available for a wide range of detectable compounds
Background
Trace Explosives Detection
From airport security and cargo inspection to protecting public spaces such as arenas, the demand for fast, accurate detection and classification of explosives residue is growing. It requires tools to quickly and safely identify explosives and residues.
Coupled to innovative sampling and ion source systems capable of efficiently sampling the residue and introducing the gas- and/or aerosol-phase material, TOFWERK offers robust, field-deployable mass spectrometers for increased specificity and accuracy for the measurement of explosive residues.
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Real-Time Trace Level Explosives Detection Using the Vocus CI-TOF
- Highest sensitivity available with sub-ppt limits of detection
- High mass resolving power enables identification of individual compounds within complex mixtures
- Real-time and fast time response with no sample preparation
- Full spectrum acquisition allows simultaneous measurements of wide range of chemical properties and vapor pressures
- NH4+ reagent ions optimization for trace explosives detection
Fast, real-time detection of Triacetone Triperoxide (TATP). A human subject carrying a small amount of TATP walked several times in front of the Vocus CI-TOF detector. Ventilation directed the low-concentration plumes of TATP to the detector inlet. Each detection of the TATP “threat” is visible as a sharp spike.
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