Explosives

Raman spectroscopy is highly sensitive to chemicals used in explosives and their precursors, making it a highly sought after option for bomb squads and police around the world.

Serstech’s solutions have been designed with the daily challenges of explosives identification technicians in mind. Your instruments can be operated even with heavy gloves and ChemDash provides all the information and tools necessary for optimal operation.

Tailored features for explosives identification

All Serstech instruments use 785 nm lasers, which create a much stronger Raman response than longer wavelengths such as 1064 nm. Since the response is more intense, it is possible to work with lower laser power and for a shorter time, which reduces the risk of ignition of the sample (accidental explosion).

All information is displayed directly on the result screen. Users get instant feedback on the properties and risk level of the substance found. This keeps the operator well informed and confident, enabling them to make quick decisions.

Easy to handle size and weight

All Serstech instruments weigh less than 700 grams, the lightest on the market, making them easy to handle for field measurements. They can be connected to a computer via a standard USB port. This is also used to recharge the equipment’s battery or any external pack available.

Custom explosives identification library

To ensure maximum performance and accuracy, Serstech develops its libraries with its own instruments, together with its partners around the world. This ensures perfect compatibility, eliminating the need to recalculate or transform them.

Serstech works in close cooperation with the Swedish Defence Research Agency, FOI, which provides it with samples for its libraries. All products include CAS numbers, GHS symbols and all relevant information for personnel.

Identification of small quantities

Due to the nature of explosive substances, it is usually prudent to take a small sample before analysis. Serstech’s instrument has been designed to be able to identify very small quantities, even a single milligram. A single grain is often sufficient for identification.