Technical Information

IONSCAN 600
™

EXPLOSIVES AND NARCOTICS TRACE DETECTOR

The IONSCAN 600 is a highly sensitive trace detector, in a lightweight portable

Feature Highlights desktop configuration. Building on the highly successful IONSCAN family
reputation, this latest-generation unit allows users to accurately detect and
• Detects explosives and narcotics identify a wide range of military, commercial and homemade explosives threats
• Small, lightweight and portable and common illegal and controlled narcotics, including the highly potent synthetic
• Fully operational on hot swappable fentanyl opioids that are rapidly spreading across the world.
batteries
The compact, lightweight IONSCAN 600 is easily portable; it includes hot-
• Easy-to-use interface requires swappable batteries for full operation even when mains power is not available. The
minimum training unit can be relocated whilst fully operational (without any downtime) enabling it to
• Low cost of ownership including be used in a much broader range of screening environments.
consumables
It features a proprietary non-radioactive ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) source,
which means licensing from national nuclear regulatory agencies is not required.
This allows the detector to be used without time-consuming radiation testing and
administration, and enables easy license-free transport from location to location.
Regulatory Approvals
The IONSCAN 600 is unique in working with cost-effective, single-use swabs
• Approved product on TSA’s Air Cargo suitable for both manual and wand sampling. These proprietary swabs are
Screening Technology List (ACSTL) designed for efficient trace particle pick-up, reduce contamination risk and offer
• ECAC/EU explosives detection standard the most hygienic method for sampling a person’s hands.
for passenger and cargo screening
The IONSCAN 600 improves screening capabilities by delivering ease-of-use,
• CAAC aviation screening standard with
explosives and narcotics detection
flexibility and cost advantages for trace detection applications. It is augmented by
ReachBack, first rate 24/7/365 service and support to ensure optimum product
performance, and delivers reliable, trustworthy performance consistent with high
quality Smiths Detection solutions.
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 General Specifications

Detector type Non-radioactive IMS source

Sampling Trace particle sampling using cost-effective single-use swabs with either manual or wand collection
Calibration Automatic internal self-calibration
Alarm method Substance identification with configurable audio alarm
Consumables Cost-effective single-use swabs and verification pen
Connectivity Ethernet, 4 USB 2.0 (standard, 2 front/2 back)
Weight Non-printer version: 23.8lbs (10.8kg); Integrated printer version: 25.3lbs (11.5kg)
Battery 1 hour full operation, hot swappable for extended operating time
Analysis time Less than 8-12 seconds
Warm-up time Less than 10 minutes
Data display 9” high-resolution, anti-reflective, color touch screen
Dimensions (W x D x H) Non-printer version:14.8 x 12.0 x 12.9in (37.7 x 30.4 x 32.7cm)
Integrated printer version: 15.1 x 15.6 x 14.8in (38.3 x 39.5 x 37.7cm)
Operating temperature 14 to 122°F (-10 to +50°C)
Operating altitude Up to 10,000ft (3048m)
Operating humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing
Explosives detection Military, commercial and HMEs including RDX, TNT, PETN, NG, AN, UN, HMTD, TATP, EGDN, Tetryl, HMX,
and others**
Narcotics detection Amphetamine, Buprenorphine, Carfentanil, Cocaine, Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Morphine, THC and others**
Storage capacity 250,000 samples
Printer Integrated printer (option at time of order only) or external USB printer
Power 100-240V AC, 50-60Hz
Safety No hazardous parts and tamper-proof casing

** Programmed threat substances depend on detector version and regulatory authority

Optional integrated printer version. Detection and identification results in 8 seconds Lightweight and easily portable for dynamic
or less. security screening environments.
Carry handle available only on non-printer unit.

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