Explosive Test Kit
The Liquid Explosive Test Kit (LETK) and Dry Explosive Test Kit (DETK) are colorimetric-based test kits for presumptive identification of explosive residues found in solids, liquids, aerosols, gels and creams.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| System Two Threat Detection Technologies, LLC. |
| Product Name |
| Explosive Test Kit |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
| Detection Principle |
| Colorimetric; |
| Detection Method |
| Colorimetric; |
| Application |
| Bulk Analysis;Emergency Response;Screening;Trace Analysis; |
| Product Model Number |
| LETK (liquid), DETK (dry) |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Liquid Explosive Test Kit (LETK) and Dry Explosive Test Kit (DETK) are colorimetric-based test kits for presumptive identification of explosive residues found in solids, liquids, aerosols, gels and creams. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| 2013 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 3.1 x 0.5 in (8 x 1.2 cm) |
| Weight |
| <1 lb.; 0.04 oz (1 g) |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
| Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity |
| Operating Conditions |
| –30 to 50°C (-22 to 122°F) |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Available Accessories |
| Carrying Case |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Quick Guide Card |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Single use item |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; Up to 2 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $4.50 |
| Tested For Explosives |
| All liquid precursors for TATP and HMTD Synthesis Nitromethane, Hydrazine, Nitro-glycerine, Fuels, and Precursor solvents. Potassium chlorate, nitro amines, potassium nitrate. |
| Sample Introduction |
| Liquid;Solid; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| Bulk; (>mg) |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| High percentage alchoholic and solvent based items, some liquid fertilisers, some cosmetic items conatining alkaline ammonia of peroxide compounds |
| False Positive Rates |
| < 1% |
| False Negative Rates |
| < 1% |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 10 seconds |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <5 minutes; 1 to 2 minutes |
| Total Run Time |
| 2 minutes |
| Alarm Capability |
| Visual color change |
| Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
| Training Available |
| Online training videos available |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| No |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| No |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| No |
