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Ion Mobility Spectrometry-Based Trace Explosives Detectors


AEL Category: 07. Detection

AEL Title: Portal, Explosive Detecting

AEL Number: 07ED-03-PORT

SAVER Project: Ion Mobility Spectrometry-Based Trace Explosives Detectors

Ion mobility spectrometry (IMS)-based trace explosives detectors are gas sampling and analysis instruments that can detect and identify a wide range of explosive compounds. These detectors are used to screen packages, vehicles, clothing, and other items for trace residues of explosives.

Please contact NUSTL@hq.dhs.gov regarding access to the following additional document: IMS-Based Trace Explosives Detectors for First Responders.

Find this project in the FEMA Authorized Equipment List and InterAgency Board Interactive Standardized Equipment List.

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Ion Mobility Spectrometry-based Trace Explosives Detectors Highlight (May 2006) PDF 237.81 KB
IMS-based Trace Explosives Detectors for First Responders Summary (May 2006) PDF 328.22 KB
Last Updated: 04/10/2025
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