Detection Kits - IDEX
The IDEX™ kits are a series of explosive and illicit drug precursor identifiers that detect/identify found substances such as fertilizers or materials that might be used to manufacture home made explosives (HME) or illicit drugs. Instead of testing for a broad range of explosives, each one targets a specific category of explosive or precursor or illicit drug or precursor.
The IDEX™ series so far includes tests for:
- nitro-aromatics,
- ammonium nitrate,
- urea nitrate,
- chlorates,
- perchlorates,
- nitrate
- phosphates
- acetic anhydride (a precursor chemical for heroin)
Features:
- Portable and rugged packaging – no sharp edges to dig into skin
- Small but easy to handle. Package is cylindrical less than 7.6cm long and less than 1.9cm in diameter
- Reagents are fully contained – no exposure to the operator
- Operator training in 10 minutes or less
- Each kit is completely disposable
- Kits contain no electronics and no ancillary equipment is required
- Field test for each type of explosive or substance as marked on each kit
- Each kit contains usage instructions and color guide
- Each kit includes a forensics sampler & label for later lab analysis
- Shelf-life of 2 years