ID2 Meth Scanner PRODUCT INFORMATION


The ID2 Meth Scanner is a hand-held, battery-operated, scanner for detecting all forms and concentrations of methamphetamine on virtually all surfaces, including skin, clothing, plastics, wood, metals and masonry.


Principle of Operation – Photoemission from an optically excited surface is used to detect minute quantities of methamphetamine. The Meth Scanner uses an energy source to provide optical excitation at the appropriate wavelength and senses the resulting photoemission.
US Patent #7,154,102 and multiple patents pending.


Product Specifications


  • Length: 8” (20.3 cm)
  • Weight: 1.5 Lbs. (0.69 kg)
  • Beam Size: 2 inch diameter (5.0 cm) at 8 inch (20.3 cm) range.
  • Tested Sensitivity: 100 nanograms (.00000001 gram) at full beam.
  • Battery Life: 8 hours continuous operation without recharge.
  • Maximum Ambient Air Operating Temperature: 135 degrees Fahrenheit (57C) at a minimum 5 degrees above the prevailing dew point. The scanner will not perform properly on surfaces with moisture condensation.
  • Minimum Ambient Air Operating Temperature: Minus 4 degrees
    Fahrenheit (-20 C).

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