DE-tector Flex
The Bruker DE-tector Flex employs industry-standard IMS (Ion Mobility Spectrometry) technology, but uses a non-radioactive source. By swabbing with a non-scratch, disposable swab and inserting it into DE-tector flex, traces of substance can be identified automatically; and within a matter of seconds.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Bruker Corporation |
| Product Name |
| DE-tector Flex |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives |
| Detection Principle |
| Spectrometry; |
| Detection Method |
| Ion Mobility Spectrometry; |
| Application |
| Forensics; Trace Analysis; |
| Product Model Number |
| 1880000 |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Bruker DE-tector Flex employs industry-standard IMS (Ion Mobility Spectrometry) technology, but uses a non-radioactive source. By swabbing with a non-scratch, disposable swab and inserting it into DE-tector flex, traces of substance can be identified automatically; and within a matter of seconds. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: Bruker - DE-tectorFlex.pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| 16 x 13 x 12 in (41.5 x 33.5 x 30.5 mm) |
| Weight |
| <30 Lbs.; 22.7 Lbs. (10.3 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; Lithium Battery; 100V AC to 240V AC, 50 to 60 Hz
Battery (1 hour) |
| Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
| Transportability |
| Benchtop/Fixed; Small Footprint |
| Ruggedness |
| Waterproof/Resistant; IP20 |
| Operating Conditions |
| -10 to 55°C (14 to 131°F), < 95% RH, noncondensing |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Sampling Strips, solution strips, dust filter, thermal paper, test marker ETD (confidence sample) |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| User can perform basic maintenance, No preventive maintenance required |
| Available Accessories |
| Included: Pack of 120 sample collectors (swabs), Sampling Wand
Optional: Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), Telescopic extension to sampling wand |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| PC |
| Communications Interface |
| Gigabit LAN, RJ45, USB 3.0, Type A. |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $30,000.00 |
| Maintenance Cost |
| < $1,000 in consumables a year |
| Tested For Chemical Agents |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Amenable based on technology |
| Tested For Explosives |
| Ammonium Nitrate (NIT), Urea Nitrate (NIT), Nitroglycerine (NG), Pentaerythritol tetranitrate (PETN), Trinitrotoluene (TNT), 2,4-Dinitrotoluene (DNT), Tetryl (TET), Hexogen (RDX), Octogen (HMX),
Hexamethylene triperoxide diamine (HMTD), Triacetone triperoxide (TATP), 2,3-dimethyl-2,3-dinitrobutane (DMNB), Black powder (BP), Ethylene glycol dinitrate (EGDN), Erythritol tetranitrate (ETN) |
| Tested For Narcotics |
| Morphine (MORPH), 3,6-Diacetylmorphine (Heroin) (HER), Cocaine (COC), Cannabinol (CBD), ?9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), 6-Acetylmorphine (6-AM), Amphetamine (AMPH), Methamphetamine (METH), 3,4-Methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA),
3,4-Methylenedioxy-N-ethylamphetamine (MDEA),
3,4-Methylenedioxy-N-methylamphetamine (MDMA), Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), Phencyclidine (PCP), Ketamine (KET), Ephedrine (EPH), fentanyl, carfentanil, sufentanil, alfentanil, remifentanil, ketamine, lorazepam, 3-quinuclidinyl benzilate, U-47700 |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| Yes, drug additives and others. Does not detect some cutting agents such as sugar. |
| Adaptability |
| Yes; manufacturer can add new targets to detector |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid; Liquid; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ng |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| <10 min at 20°C |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds); < 7 seconds |
| Total Run Time |
| < 1 minute |
| Alarm Capability |
| Visual |
| Software Control |
| On-board, PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Detector type: Twin tube IMS allowing for identification of both positive and negative ions simultaneously. Non-radiation HEPI™ source. |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes, 1-2 day at manufacturer |
| Manuals Available |
| Operator's Manual, administrator manual, maintenance manual, operator's manual DE-Control Center |
| Warranties |
| Yes |
