Agentase™ C2 (Formerly Fido C2 ADS)
Agentase™ C2 agent disclosure spray is a CWA detection technology. After being sprayed directly onto a surface, the Agentase™ C2 enzymes react by changing color to red within 5 minutes of detecting CWAs. This color change reveals the specific location of contamination, making the invisible threat visible. It complements electronic sensors by providing the ability to map contamination for emergency response missions, as well as aid in the decontamination of personnel or equipment after exposure to CWAs, specifically nerve agents (G- & V-series) and sulfur mustard (HD). The spray is offered in three applicator sizes based on mission requirements: handheld, man-portable backpack, and wide-area cart-based systems. It is compatible with a large variety of materials and does not degrade sensitive surfaces. It can be rinsed away with water and contains no hazardous chemicals requiring special disposal consideration. Chemical agents are not chemically changed by Agentase™ C2, which allows for evidence collection and downstream forensic analysis of samples.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Teledyne FLIR Detection, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| Agentase™ C2 (Formerly Fido C2 ADS) |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical |
| Detection Principle |
| Colorimetric; |
| Detection Method |
| Colorimetric; |
| Application |
| Emergency Response; Forensics; |
| Product Model Number |
| Multiple Based on Selected Options - Not Specified |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| Agentase™ C2 agent disclosure spray is a CWA detection technology. After being sprayed directly onto a surface, the Agentase™ C2 enzymes react by changing color to red within 5 minutes of detecting CWAs. This color change reveals the specific location of contamination, making the invisible threat visible. It complements electronic sensors by providing the ability to map contamination for emergency response missions, as well as aid in the decontamination of personnel or equipment after exposure to CWAs, specifically nerve agents (G- & V-series) and sulfur mustard (HD). The spray is offered in three applicator sizes based on mission requirements: handheld, man-portable backpack, and wide-area cart-based systems. It is compatible with a large variety of materials and does not degrade sensitive surfaces. It can be rinsed away with water and contains no hazardous chemicals requiring special disposal consideration. Chemical agents are not chemically changed by Agentase™ C2, which allows for evidence collection and downstream forensic analysis of samples. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| 2010 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Military CBRNE teams |
| Dimensions |
| 14 x 6 x 4 in (35.6 x 15 x 10 cm) |
| Weight |
| <5 Lbs.; 1.2 Lbs. (0.5 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| None |
| Operating Conditions |
| Sensitive to extreme temperatures |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Expected Operational Life |
| 12 hours |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; 3 Years |
| Unit Cost |
| $450.00 |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| Nerve agents (G and V series), Blister agents (HD) |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid; Liquid |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| mg; µg; The enzyme sensors detect trace levels of hazards. They detect sub-microgram quantities of agents on surfaces (micrograms to mg per square meter). The nerve agent disclosure spray has been third-party validated to detect sub-microgram levels of G- and V-series agents, while the blister agent spray detects a few micrograms of HD on a variety of surfaces. Specific detection limits are subject to export restrictions and may only be disclosed to authorized parties in accordance with applicable U.S. export regulations. |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| < 3 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <5 minutes |
| Total Run Time |
| < 5 minutes |
| Alarm Capability |
| Visual |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| On-site training <1 hour; no special skills required |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| No |
| Warranties |
| Standard 1 Year Warranty included; Extended Warranty options are available, Not Specified |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| Yes; These products are controlled as defense articles for export from the United States under the authority of the US Department of State, United States Munitions List (USML). US Government authorization is required for export from the United States to all destinations, whether for permanent or temporary export. |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Subject to IATA regulations |
