AreaRAE Rapid Deployment Kit (RDK)
The AreaRAE Rapid Deployment Kit (RDK) is designed for quick assessment and management of gaseous threats. The kit includes four wireless, multigas, AreaRAE monitors with in-case charging as well as the Host Controller for monitoring from a command center up to two miles away. The RDK is packaged in two rugged carrying cases. Operates up to 2 miles (3km) range for ISM 900Mhz. Scales up to 64 remote devices
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Honeywell Analytics |
| Product Name |
| AreaRAE Rapid Deployment Kit (RDK) |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Radiological/Nuclear |
| Detection Principle |
| Sensors;Scintillation Detectors; |
| Detection Method |
| Electrochemical Detection; Photoionization Detection ;Scintillation Detectors; |
| Application |
| Emergency Response; Gas Analysis; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The AreaRAE Rapid Deployment Kit (RDK) is designed for quick assessment and management of gaseous threats. The kit includes four wireless, multigas, AreaRAE monitors with in-case charging as well as the Host Controller for monitoring from a command center up to two miles away. The RDK is packaged in two rugged carrying cases. Operates up to 2 miles (3km) range for ISM 900Mhz. Scales up to 64 remote devices |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 9.3 x 5 x 9.3 in (24 x 13 x 24 cm) |
| Weight |
| <30 Lbs.; 8.5 Lbs. (3.9 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; Alkaline Battery; 7.4 V, 4.5 Ah, rechargeable Lithium ion (24 hr. to 36 hr. operating time) or six C-cell alkaline battery adapter, field replaceable (18 hr. operating time) |
| Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
| Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity; Waterproof/Resistant; Constructed of a composite material with weather-proof rubber boot and is RFI protected |
| Operating Conditions |
| –20 to 45°C (–4 to 113°F); 0 to 95% RH |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Sensors, calibration kit |
| Calibration Schedule |
| Two point field calibration for zero and standard reference gas |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Replacement of sensors and other maintenance as required by manufacturer |
| Available Accessories |
| Battery adapter, calibration adapter, inlet probe, water trap filter, carbon filters, rubber boot, and carrying case |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Computer |
| Communications Interface |
| Data download to PC and parameter upload from PC. Wireless data transmission standard though built-in modem to receiving host computer up to 2 mi away. Host computer can interact with up to 128 AreaRAE monitors (16 standard). |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| <1 year |
| Unit Cost |
| $61,000.00 |
| Maintenance Cost |
| Sensors are $150 to $195, PID lamp < $295 |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| GB, GD, L, and SA |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Chlorine, phosphine, H2S |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| NH3, CO2, HCl, O2, SO2, NO, NO2 |
| Radiological Targets |
| Gamma |
| Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
| Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ppm |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| May false alarm to heavy concentrations of various smokes and engine exhausts. PID is a broadband detector and will respond to many organic vapors. |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 1 minute |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <5 minutes; 15 seconds to 3 minutes |
| Alarm Capability |
| Audible, visual, and optional vibration alarm |
| Software Control |
| On-board; Remote |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| User manual |
| Warranties |
| 1 year on unit; 1 year or 2 years on sensors depending on type; optional 4 year warranty available |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| Yes; Calibration gas cylinder must be shipped per IATA restrictions for compressed gas. |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Calibration gas cylinder must be shipped per IATA restrictions for compressed gas and lithium-ion batteries. |
