HazMatID Ranger
Handheld FT-IR Solid & Liquid Chemical Identifier
Feature Highlights
- Integrates with NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemicals providing health and safety information
- Capable of immediate, accurate identification of over 32,000 chemical substances
Additional Highlights
- ReachBack™ 24/7/365 technical support
- Interface built upon HazMatID™ software
- Decon-capable device via submersion
- Ease of operation in protective gear
Designed for handheld, backpack or robot portability and ease of use in protective gear,
the HazMatID Ranger is a rugged chemical identifier featuring touch-to-sample operation.
The HazMatID Ranger is a highly specific device that utilizes proven FT-IR technology. Analysis is performed by simply touching a diamond ATR sensor tip directly to a sample. The HazMatID Ranger provides both spectral results and a list of probable substances to aid in the Responders‘ capability to identify chemicals, as well as components in mixtures.
Both its software and hardware design are based on the security industry’s most accepted portable chemical identifier, the HazMatID™. The HazMatID Ranger provides quick, easy and accurate identification of over 32,000 substances including:
• white powders
• WMDs
• explosives
• narcotics & drugs precursors
• pesticides
• common chemicals
• toxic industrial chemicals
Smiths Detection supports the HazMatID Ranger with Partnership Programs to ensure optimum product performance and service. Partnership Programs include ReachBack 24/7/365 technical support to aid in spectral interpretation and system operation in the field. Smiths Detection offers integrated security solutions for customers in civil and military markets worldwide and
is a leading technology developer and manufacturer of sensors that detect and identify explosives, chemical and biological agents, weapons, and contraband.
Available Options:
Wireless capability:
• Bluetooth v2.0 + EDR Class 2 supported Communication with FT-IR system.
• Communication with external laptop operating system for advanced combined analysis
with the Responder RCI™, portable
• Raman Spectrometer.
• Indoor and outdoor capability
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Technology | Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy |
| Weight | 6 ½ lbs. (2.94 kg) |
| Dimensions | 12” x 7 ½” x 4 ½“ (30.5 x 17.8 x 11.4 cm) |
| Sample Interface | ATR Diamond sensor |
| Environmental Features | The system is sealed to withstand decontamination • Shock: Withstands 40G on each axis (in shipping case) • Vibration: Withstands 60 Hz for 30 minutes |
| Operating Ranges | Operational in extreme weather and temperatures ranging from 19°F to 122°F (-7°C to 50°C). Humidity ranging from 0-100%. |
| User Interface | The software is a streamlined, touch-screen application. Specifically designed to be easy to use but very powerful in its capability. A complete identification of an unknown simply requires the user to advance each screen with the pull of a trigger. |
| Controller | • PDA control via Bluetooth • One handed operation with pistol grip feel |
| Power | • Internal battery, main or cigarette lighter • System Battery runs for >3 hours • PDA Battery runs for >8 hours |
| External Data Storage | • Full USB support • CompactFlash Slot • SDIO Slot |
| additional info | |
|---|---|
Ranger_VT_EN.pdf (0,14 MB)![]() |
HazMatID Ranger Data Sheet Designed for handheld, backpack or robot portability and ease of use in protective gear, the HazMatID Ranger is a rugged chemical identifier featuring touch-to-sample operation. |
| application notes | |
|---|---|
Application_Brief__86_-_Handheld_FT-IR.pdf (0,18 MB)![]() |
Application Brief AB-086 Hand-held FT-IR: Touch Sample Technology for Portable Chemical Identification |
Associated products
HazMatID
- Identifies unknown liquids, powders and solids in seconds
- No sample preparation required
- Entire system can be submerged in a decon solution
- ReachBack 24/7/365 Technical Support
RespondeR RCI
- Only product with wireless communication to HazMatID
- Point-and-shoot capability
- Upgraded 6,000+ spectral database
- ReachBack 24/7/365 Technical Support
Contact
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