Explosive Detection Device for Commercial Protection, Military Security and Homeland Defense

E.L.I.T.E.™ Explosives Detection

The E.L.I.T.E.™ Model EL100 is the only product sensitive to a broad range of explosives that is inexpensive enough, reliable, rugged and simple enough to be distributed to every policeman, special forces team, police and military vehicle for on-the-spot testing for trace explosives.  Several categories of explosives can be tested with one EL100, including nitro aromatics, aliphatics, inorganics, bromates, chlorates and perchlorates. Very bright color changes indicate the presence of a broad range of military, commercial and inorganic explosives and propellants. The entire test takes less than two minutes. The EL100 is currently in use with state and local police as well as the US TSA, FBI and Army; it is also used by commercial security for the protection of power plants, cruise lines, and public transportation.


The Awards, widely recognized as the 'Oscars of Innovation', identifies and celebrates the top high technology products of the year. Sophisticated testing equipment, innovative new materials, chemistry breakthroughs, biomedical products, consumer items, high-energy physics: the R&D 100 Awards spans industry, academia, and government-sponsored research The EL100 was the winner of R&D Magazine's R&D100 award.

The new E.L.I.T.E.™Model EL230 does more than its predecessor, the EL220. Now, not only does the EL230 detect all of the peroxide-based explosives (TATP, MEKP, HMTD, etc.) in one simple, self-contained disposable device, it also detects chlorate and bromate mixtures. The EL230 is unique in that it measures suspect particles AND vapors. It will detect trace amounts of peroxide-based explosives from roughly 500 nanograms and will detect hydrogen peroxide solutions above roughly 30% concentration without having to come in actual contact with the suspect liquid. (Concentration is much lower when in contact with the liquid.) Furthermore, the EL230 distinguishes the peroxides from chlorates/bromates by a color differentiation. Peroxide-based explosives are known for their sensitivity to friction-induced detonation so the EL230 has a pen-like design to minimize the likelihood of injury to a user's fingers should detonation occur.

Model EL100 Example Scenario #1: border patrol agents equipped with the EL100 provide a distributed explosives detection network for spot checks of illegal persons and suspicious vehicles.
Model EL230 Example Scenario #1: during a routine search a bottle with an unknown fluid is found. The EL230 tip turns blue when held over the open mouth of the bottle (without touching the liquid), which indicates that the liquid is a highly concentrated solution of hydrogen peroxide.
Model EL100 Example Scenario #2: TSA agents use the EL100 to clear or verify alarms on IMS instruments and to conduct roving checks and screening at other than the main passenger checkpoints.
Model EL230 Example Scenario #2: taking down a suspected meth lab, officers discover a white powder scattered on a table. The EL230 tip turns blue after being touched against one of the particles, which indicates a positive for peroxide-based explosives.
Model EL100 Example Scenario #3:  school police officers use the EL100 to check the locker or hands of students who have been making threats or have created cause for concern.  A positive test prevents a bombing or shooting incident through intervention.
Model EL230 Example Scenario #3: a security screener notices a white powder in the bottom of a briefcase. A quick test with the EL230 reveals that the powder is likely a peroxide-based explosive.

ELITE Ordering Information

EL100 & EL230

  • EL100-BX
  • Order: EL100-BX, a box of 10 individually pouched EL100s.

EL100-BX: E.L.I.T.E.™ EL100 Disposable Explosives Detection Card. Winner: R&D100 Award. Nanogram sensitivity to all nitrogen-based explosives, including TNT, tetryl, RDX, ANFO, black powder, etc., as well as bromate mixtures. One EL100-BX includes ten (10) Model EL100 detection cards - each individually foil packed and serialized. Can be used with model CHL/PCHL-PK for detecting chlorates and perchlorates (order separately).

EL230-BX: E.L.I.T.E.™ EL230 Disposable Explosives Detection Pen. Detects peroxide-based explosives such as TATP,HMTD, MEKP and concentrated hydrogen peroxide solutions. Also detects and differentiates chlorate and bromate mixtures. One EL230-BX includes ten (10) each peroxide, chlorate and bromate tests.

The EL100 and the EL230 can be ordered on their own as the EL100-BX and the EL230-BX respectively. Both can be ordered as part of complete field kits as well.

COMPLETE FIELD KITS: EL1001, EL1002 and EL1003

EL1001:  E.L.I.T.E.™ Field Kit (Hard Sided). Durable and weatherproof Pelican 1400 carrying case includes ten (10) EL100 cards (will hold more than 20), one (1) EL100-BPH Battery-powered heater and charger, one (1) EL100-BLH Heating jig for use with lighter, one (1) Zippo lighter and one (1) EL100-FG pocket Field Guide - the hard-sided carrying case will hold all included pieces.

EL1001-X: E.L.I.T.E.™ Field Kit (Hard Sided). Durable and weatherproof Pelican 1400 carrying case includes ten (10) EL100s, ten (10) EL230s, one (1) EL100-BPH battery-powered heater and charger, one (1) EL100-BLH Heating jig for use with lighter, one (1) Zippo lighter and one (1) EL100-FG pocket Field Guide - the hard-sided carrying case will hold all included pieces.

EL1001-XC: E.L.I.T.E.™ Field Kit (Hard Sided).  Durable and weatherproof Pelican 1400 carrying case includes ten (10) EL100s, ten (10) EL230s, ten (10) CHL/PCHLs, one (1) EL100-BPH Battery-powered heater and charger, one (1) EL100-BLH Heating jig for use with lighter, one (1) Zippo lighter and one (1) EL100-FG pocket Field Guide - the hard-sided carrying case will hold all included pieces.

  • EL100-BX
  • EL1002 Contents

EL1002:  E.L.I.T.E.™ Field Kit (Soft Sided).  Nylon carrying case with shoulder strap includes ten (10) EL100 cards, one (1) EL100-BPH Battery-powered heater and charger, one (1) EL100-BLH Heating jig for use with lighter, one (1) Zippo lighter and one (1) EL100-FG pocket Field Guide - the soft-sided carrying case will hold all included pieces.

EL1002-X:  E.L.I.T.E.™ Field Kit (Soft Sided).  Nylon carrying case with shoulder strap includes ten (10) EL100 cards, ten (10) EL230s, one (1) EL100-BPH battery-powered heater and charger, one (1) EL100-BLH heating jig for use with lighter, one (1) Zippo lighter and one (1) EL100-FG pocket Field Guide - the soft-sided carrying case will hold all included pieces.

EL1002-XC:  E.L.I.T.E.™Field Kit (Soft Sided).  Nylon carrying case with shoulder strap includes ten (10) EL100s, ten (10) EL230s, ten (10) CHL/PCHLs, one (1) EL100-BPH Battery-powered heater with charger, one (1) EL100-BLH Heating jig for use with lighter, one (1) Zippo lighter and one (1) EL100-FG pocket Field Guide - the soft-sided carrying case will hold all included pieces.

EL1003:  E.L.I.T.E.™ Field Kit (Soft Sided). Belt-mountable nylon carrying pouch includes ten (10) EL100 cards, one (1) EL100-BPH Battery-powered heater and charger, one (1) EL100-BLH Heating jig for use with lighter, one (1) Zippo lighter and one (1) EL100-FG pocket Field Guide. The main pouch will hold all included pieces except for the battery charger. An additional smaller pouch is provided for the battery charger; this smaller pouch can be attached to the main pouch.  Please specify black or ACU when ordering this item.

ACCESSORIES

EL100-BPH:  Battery-powered portable heater for use with the EL100. Includes NiMH rechargeable battery and charger (100-250VAC, 50/60Hz)
EL100-BLH:  Heating jig for use with the EL100 and a butane cigarette lighter or other source of heat - can be used instead of the EL100-BPH.
EL100-ZIP:  Zippo™ lighter with FFI logo.  
EL100-FG:  E.L.I.T.E.™ Field Guide. Weatherproof, spiral-bound pocket-sized guide to operation of the EL100. Includes step-by-step instructions and color chart.

TN-RD-TST-1: inert TNT and RDX in a gel substrate for testing and training with the EL100.

  

CH/PCHL-PK Pack of 10 each chlorate/perchlorate for use with the EL100 or as standalone tests. Can also be packaged with EL230 peroxide tests upon request.

  

EL1001.01 Pelican 1400 hard sided weather-proof case set-up for use as an EL1001 Series Field Kits. Color: Black

  

EL1002.01 Soft-sided, padded, case as used in the EL1002 Series Field Kits. Adjustable dividers. Color: Black

  

EL1003.01/02-B Soft-sided, belt-mountable pouch and detachable accessory pouch as used in the EL1003 Field Kit. Color: Black

  

EL1003.01/02-ACU Soft-sided, belt-mountable pouch and detachable accessory pouch as used in the EL1003 Field Kit. Color: ACU

  

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