Surface and Trace Explosives Identification

CUSPER Explosives are sealed, easy‑to‑use presumptive test kits for explosive substances and trace residues on people, luggage, vehicles and surfaces. The kits give immediate, clear results, are non‑sensitive to extreme temperatures, and are described by the manufacturer as detecting 99% of explosives on the FBI Threat List. Used with the AeroChamber, CUSPER enables rapid screening of large areas.

Why organisations choose CUSPER (Explosives)

• Immediate results with clear colour change; presumptive indication in seconds.
• Rugged & weather‑tolerant: non‑sensitive to extreme temperatures.
• Closed, safer handling: self‑contained casing with built‑in neutraliser for safe disposal; up to 3‑year shelf life.
• Scale to area search: pair with AeroChamber for large surfaces, vehicles and baggage.
• Probe options: Touch (visible material), Swipe (surfaces/liquids), Sniffer (with AeroChamber).

What explosive testing kits are available (CUSPER range)

• General Explosives — IDT0010T
• Nitrates — IDT0012T
• GSR (Gunshot Residue) — IDT0015T
• Urea (Nitrate) — IDT0020T
• Ammonium (Nitrate) — IDT0030T
• Ammonium Nitrate — IDT0035
• TATP / Peroxide — IDT0040T
• Chlorate / Bromate — IDT0050T
• Perchlorate — IDT0060S
• Mercury Fulminate — IDT0070T
• Acetone — IDT0080
• Hydrogen Peroxide — IDT0084T
• Nitromethane — IDT0086T

Packaging (explosives CUSPER)

• Refill Pack (box of 10 kits) — #IDT0102‑10
• Pouch for 2 Kits — #IDT0104‑2

How it works — the CUSPER 5‑step method

1. Touch or swipe the probe on the suspect surface/material.
2. Lock the probe into the reaction chamber.
3. Squeeze the reagent capsules on the back of the unit.
4. Gently shake to start the reaction.
5. Observe the colour change for the presumptive result.

Key specifications (typical, varies by kit)

• Format: sealed, closed‑system presumptive test; built‑in neutralising mechanism
• Sample types: surface/trace residues, visible materials; many kits support liquids
• Result time: immediate visual readout (seconds)
• Shelf life: up to 3 years (check kit label/SDS for your stock)
• Accessories: AeroChamber for area screening; Touch / Swipe / Sniffer probes

FAQs

Are results confirmatory?

No. CUSPER provides a presumptive indication only—follow your SOP for laboratory confirmation and chain‑of‑custody.