The MX908 is a multi-mission threat detector, which means it is capable of identifying key drug, chemical warfare agent, explosive, toxic industrial chemical, and pesticide targets.
MX908
Handheld Mass Spectrometer for Chemical Identification
MX908 is a multi-mission portable handheld mass spectrometer for real-time chemical identification, utilized by elite responders conducting chemical, explosive, priority drug and HazMat operations around the world.
The MX908 utilizes high-pressure mass spectrometry (HPMS) for chemical identification at trace levels with exceptional sensitivity and unmatched selectivity. This gives you reliable, actionable intelligence by rapidly and accurately identifying priority threats and reducing false alarms caused by common interferents.
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See the MX908 in Action
Elite responders conducting chemical, explosive, priority drug, or hazmat operations in harsh conditions require quick, reliable, and trace-level chemical identification on-site. MX908 detects and identifies invisible levels of these chemical threats, with high sensitivity and selectivity.
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Trusted by Industry Experts
First responders consistently choose MX908 for its unparalleled precision and reliability. Renowned for its ability to identify chemical threats accurately in critical situations, this device stands as the top choice among professionals seeking robust safety and accuracy. Tune in to learn more about how MX908 is transforming chemical identification at the point of need.
Comprehensive Chemical
Detection and Identification
Solids
Solid samples like narcotics and explosives, in bulk or trace amounts, can be collected with swabs and quickly analyzed with minimal preparation.
Liquids
Liquid samples such as toxic chemicals and some warfare agents can be swabbed and analyzed easily in the field without extensive setup or delays.
Vapors
High volatility threats like chemical warfare agents, explosives, and toxic chemicals can be analyzed instantly without manual sample collection.
Aerosols
Airborne threats, including warfare and pharmaceutical agents, can be analyzed with volatile targets—no manual sample collection required.
MX908 TRAINING
World-Class Training
Every MX908 training is administered by an expert in the field with decades of experience. Our trainers can teach you how to operate the MX908, but more importantly, they can share tactics and techniques that will enhance your ability to respond in any situation.
Specifications
| Technology | Mass Spectrometry |
| Sample Introduction | Solid, Liquid, Gas/Vapor, Aerosol |
| Limit of Identification | Nanogram / Parts Per Billion |
| Hunter Modes | Drug (Including Fentanyl Analog Classifier), Chemical Warfare, Explosives |
Support & Accessories
MX908 Remote App
Pair MX908 with your smartphone via Bluetooth to send results instantly, access data on the go, and streamline field-based chemical detection.
Customer Support Portal
Get fast access to software updates, reachback support, product guides, and training through the MX908’s easy-to-use customer support portal.
Available Via NATO
MX908 is available through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), streamlining acquisition for member nations.
APPLICATIONS
Responders need portable detection and identification tools that can adapt to the rapidly changing threat landscape.
MX908 is a portable mass spectrometer that excels in chemical identification at trace levels, offering unmatched selectivity for quick, actionable insights.
Customs & Borders
Safeguard borders with advanced chemical detection to combat illegal activities such as smuggling, trafficking, and terrorism while ensuring the safe and lawful movement.
Explosives & EOD
Reliably identify explosives, precursors, and other chemical threats with portable explosive detection solutions, enabling a comprehensive multi-threat response.
Hazardous Materials & CBRN
Rapid and real-time chemical identification of thousands of hazardous and toxic materials enables first responders to make decisions quickly and safely.
Resources
MX908 Brochure
Download the MX908 brochure to learn about this portable mass spectrometer for real-time detection of explosives, narcotics, and chemical warfare agents.
Emerging Chemical Threats: Novichoks, The Newcomers
This webinar focuses on England’s “Salisbury Incident”, dangers of chemical weapons, and the importance of preparedness in dealing with Novichok threats.
Operational Response to Fourth Generation Agents
Read this whitepaper written by Christina Baxter Ph.D., to prepare responders with commercially available solutions to detect, identify, decontaminate, destroy, and confirm the destruction of the A-series agents.
MX908 Specifications for Priority Drugs
With the enhanced selectivity of HPMS, users can conduct field analysis of unknown substances at trace levels to generate actionable intelligence in real time.
Frequently Asked Questions
The MX908 can be used for a wide range of drug identification applications. It can identify:
- Fentanyl, as well as classify 2,000+ fentanyl analogs with the Fentanyl Analog Classifier
- Commonly abused drugs such as: cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, ketamine, MDMA, and more
- Prescription drugs such as: Gabapentin, hydrocodone, and methadone
- Synthetic cathinones
- Synthetic cannabinoids
- Nitazenes
The MX908 can be used for a wide range of hazmat response and CBRN missions. It can identify:
- A-Series Agents, also known as “Novichoks”
- V-Series Agents such as: VX nerve agent, RVX/CVX, VS, and more
- G-Series Agents such as: Sarin gas, Cyclosarin, Soman, and Tabun Sulfur Mustard
- Pharmaceutical-based Agents such as: fentanyl, fentanyl analogs, and more
- Toxic Industrial Chemicals
- Pesticides
The MX908 can identify a range of explosive targets including military explosives such as RDX, TNT, and HMX, commercial explosives such as dynamite, and improvised explosives like TATP and more. Additionally, MX908 can identify chemical threats that could be dispersed by an explosive or dispersal device. The ability to identify these threats in the air and on the ground make the MX908 an essential tool for explosive detection and EOD teams. It is employed by EOD teams around the globe including the United States Army EOD.
The MX908 is a lightweight, handheld device that is tested to MIL-STD-810G standards. It is ruggedized and simple to operate, making it ideal for field testing. The MX908 can be easily carried by a single operator making it more portable than desktop ion mobility spectrometry (IMS) devices or portable gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GCMS) devices.
The MX908 can identify hazardous and toxic materials at trace (nanogram/ppb) levels. After a threat has been identified, MX908 can be used to establish limits of contamination to better understand what areas need to be decontaminated. After decontamination is complete, a swab analysis of the decontaminated area can be conducted to see if any residual chemicals are still present. A negative result can provide increased confidence that decontamination was successful.
The MX908 can be integrated into a variety of systems to provide standoff chemical identification of vapor and aerosolized threats. Possible integrations include:
- Unmanned vehicles (ground or air)
- CBRN Vehicles
- Mail sorting tables
- Data integrations
The MX908 can identify chemical threats at the low nanogram and parts per billion (ppb) range. This allows users to detect threats at extremely low levels and often, below Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) levels. This trace capability also enables users to accomplish tasks that are not possible with other bulk detectors, such as:
- Trace screening at checkpoints to identify drugs
- Sampling exteriors of packages to reduce operator exposure
- Establish limits of contamination
- Verify that a decontamination operation was successful
- And more…
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