PenTest
The PenTest is an ampoule-based technology that detects trace amounts of drugs as well as bulk amounts. Containing up to five tests per kit, can mix and match any test you might need. An optional carry pouch can be purchased for storage of individual pens.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Mistral Security, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| PenTest |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical |
| Detection Principle |
| Colorimetric; |
| Detection Method |
| Colorimetric; |
| Application |
| Emergency Response;Forensics; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The PenTest is an ampoule-based technology that detects trace amounts of drugs as well as bulk amounts. Containing up to five tests per kit, can mix and match any test you might need. An optional carry pouch can be purchased for storage of individual pens. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| Market Entry Date |
| 2006 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: Mistral security - Pentest.pdf; |
| Weight |
| <1 lb.; 0.45kg |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
| Operating Conditions |
| 0 to 54°C (32 to 130°F) |
| Available Accessories |
| Carry pouch |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Single use item |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; 3 to 4 years (as long as it is protected from light and extreme temperatures) |
| Unit Cost |
| $10.00 |
| Tested For Narcotics |
| Marijuana, Heroin, Amphetamine, Methamphetamine, PCP, Morphone, Methadone, Codeine, Ketamine, Ephedrine-Pseudoephedrine, coca, diazepam, rohynpol, barbiturates, cannabis, LSD, opiates, morphine, opium, ecstasy |
| Sample Introduction |
| Liquid;Solid; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| µg; <50 µg |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| Pharmaceuticals of the same drug class/family as the illicit substance |
| False Positive Rates |
| Low |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| Immediate |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
| Total Run Time |
| Seconds |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| No |
