Hand-held Chemical Agent Monitor: RAID-M Series
Brochures and specifications | 2016 | Bruker OpticsInstrumentation
Ion Mobility Spectrometry (IMS) detectors are critical for rapid, sensitive field detection of chemical warfare agents (CWA) and toxic industrial chemicals (TIC). Hand-held systems like the Bruker RAID-M Series enable timely threat assessment in military, civilian, and industrial contexts.
This document reviews the design, functionality, and performance of the RAID-M Series handheld chemical agent monitors (RAID-M100 and RAID-MNR), highlighting their operational features and sector-specific applications.
The RAID-M Series employs IMS technology with two ion sources:
Key components and features:
The RAID-M Series achieves low-ppb detection limits for key TICs such as toluene diisocyanate (TDI, ≥1 ppb) and dimethyl sulfate (DMS, ≥4 ppb) within seconds. Sophisticated Bruker algorithms effectively suppress interferences, ensuring high specificity and minimizing false positives/negatives. The two ionisation options deliver equivalent sensitivity and dynamic range, with the HEPI variant offering logistical advantages for long-term storage and non-radioactive compliance.
The handheld design, minimal maintenance requirements, and rapid response times make the RAID-M Series suitable for:
Ongoing developments may include expanded analyte libraries, enhanced data analytics with AI-driven pattern recognition, networked sensor integration for real-time area monitoring, and miniaturised or wearable IMS platforms with improved source technologies.
The Bruker RAID-M Series sets an industry benchmark for handheld IMS detectors by combining high sensitivity, reliability, and operational flexibility. Its dual-source options, interference rejection, and turnkey design support diverse applications in defense, civilian security, and industrial safety.
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IndustriesHomeland Security
ManufacturerBruker
Summary
Significance of the Topic
Ion Mobility Spectrometry (IMS) detectors are critical for rapid, sensitive field detection of chemical warfare agents (CWA) and toxic industrial chemicals (TIC). Hand-held systems like the Bruker RAID-M Series enable timely threat assessment in military, civilian, and industrial contexts.
Objectives and Overview of the Study
This document reviews the design, functionality, and performance of the RAID-M Series handheld chemical agent monitors (RAID-M100 and RAID-MNR), highlighting their operational features and sector-specific applications.
Methodology and Instrumentation
The RAID-M Series employs IMS technology with two ion sources:
- 63Ni radioactive source (RAID-M100)
- Non-radioactive high-energy photoionisation (HEPI) source (RAID-MNR)
Key components and features:
- State-of-the-art measuring cell with backflush auto-purge for rapid recovery
- Multi-segment bar display and standard code identification for G, H, and T agent classes
- Continuous data logging: event logger (approx. 3000 events) and spectrum logger (30 full spectra)
- Rechargeable battery (7 h runtime @20 °C) and external power options (12–32 V DC, 100–240 V AC)
- Operator-level consumable replacement; factory calibration with no field calibration required
Main Results and Discussion
The RAID-M Series achieves low-ppb detection limits for key TICs such as toluene diisocyanate (TDI, ≥1 ppb) and dimethyl sulfate (DMS, ≥4 ppb) within seconds. Sophisticated Bruker algorithms effectively suppress interferences, ensuring high specificity and minimizing false positives/negatives. The two ionisation options deliver equivalent sensitivity and dynamic range, with the HEPI variant offering logistical advantages for long-term storage and non-radioactive compliance.
Benefits and Practical Applications of the Method
The handheld design, minimal maintenance requirements, and rapid response times make the RAID-M Series suitable for:
- Military reconnaissance and force protection
- Civilian CBRN response (police, firefighters, first responders)
- Industrial safety monitoring (leak detection, process control, occupational exposure)
- Integration on vehicles and mobile labs via powered/unpowered mounts
Future Trends and Potential Applications
Ongoing developments may include expanded analyte libraries, enhanced data analytics with AI-driven pattern recognition, networked sensor integration for real-time area monitoring, and miniaturised or wearable IMS platforms with improved source technologies.
Conclusion
The Bruker RAID-M Series sets an industry benchmark for handheld IMS detectors by combining high sensitivity, reliability, and operational flexibility. Its dual-source options, interference rejection, and turnkey design support diverse applications in defense, civilian security, and industrial safety.
References
- Bruker Daltonics. RAID-M Series Product Specification Sheet, 2016.
- Bruker Detection Corp. Application Note CBRNE 1843545: Monitoring Toluene Diisocyanate Using a Bruker Ion Mobility Spectrometer.
- Bruker Detection Corp. Application Note CBRNE 1838036: Ambient Air Monitoring of Dimethyl Sulfate with Bruker RAID Series.
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