CLX Compact Trace Detector
The CLX is a handheld instrument detecting explosives and associated precursors using a chemiluminescence detector and an MOS sensor array. Samples are collected from contaminated surfaces with a high efficiency swab or with the use of a portable external vapor sampler.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Scintrex Trace Corp. (division of Autoclear) |
| Product Name |
| CLX Compact Trace Detector |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical; Explosives; |
| Detection Principle |
| Sensors; |
| Detection Method |
| Metal Oxide Semiconductor; |
| Application |
| Bulk Analysis;Emergency Response;Screening; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument; |
| Product Synopsis |
| The CLX is a handheld instrument detecting explosives and associated precursors using a chemiluminescence detector and an MOS sensor array. Samples are collected from contaminated surfaces with a high efficiency swab or with the use of a portable external vapor sampler. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 9.8 x 6.7 x 3.2 in. (25 x 17 x 18 cm) |
| Weight |
| <5 Lbs.; 4.2 Lbs. (1.9 kg) with battery |
| Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; Lithium Battery; hot-swappable. |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Dust; Waterproof/Resistant; Extreme Temperatures/Humidity; IP54 |
| Operating Conditions |
| -20 to 50 °C (-4 to 122 °F) |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Built-in digital camera to photograph inspected items for documentation purposes |
| Communications Interface |
| USB, ethernet, Wi-Fi |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $22,000.00 |
| Tested For ITF-25 TIC/TIMs |
| Nitric acid, perchlorate, chlorate, sulfur, hydrogen peroxide, picric acid |
| Tested For Explosives |
| AN, NG, HMX, RDX, TNT, TETRYL, ETN, R-Salt, C4, SEMTEX, TATP, HMTD, HNS, CL-20, UN, ANFO |
| Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
| Sample Introduction |
| Solid;Vapor/Gas; |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ng; ppb |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 5 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <1 minute |
| Alarm Capability |
| Audible, visual, and vibrational |
| Software Control |
| On-Board, PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| No radioactive isotopes or carrier gases used.
Detector: Chemilux - MOS |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| On-site training available |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| 24/7 |
| Warranties |
| 1 year parts and labor |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Lithium ion battery |
