In This Section You Will Find Reagents and Equipment For:: Education Opportunity!
In This Section You Will Find Reagents and Equipment For:: Education Opportunity!
In This Section You Will Find Reagents and Equipment For:: Education Opportunity!
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY!
We offer a 40-hr, onsite course
that teaches law enforcement
professionals the essentials of
the collection, processing, and
preservation of evidence.
Unique Numbered
Studs Available!
GRA100 CONTENTS:
1- GRA101 Gunshot Residue Collection Vial,
Right Palm
1- GRA102 Gunshot Residue Collection Vial,
Left Palm
COMBINATION KIT FOR ANALYSIS BY SCANNING ELECTRON 1- GRA103 Gunshot Residue Collection Vial,
MICROSCOPY (SEM) AND ATOMIC ABSORPTION Right Back
1- GRA104 Gunshot Residue Collection Vial,
ANALYSIS (AAA) Left Back
Specifically designed for those departments with access to scanning electron 1- KCP124 Vial, Left Back, Contaminant Free
microscopy and atomic absorption analysis. The GRA series gunshot residue 1- KCP125 Vial, Right Back, Contaminant Free
analysis kits feature special alloy aluminum specimen mounts containing only 1- KCP126 Vial, Left Palm, Contaminant Free
1- KCP127 Vial, Right Palm, Contaminant Free
trace levels of barium, lead or antimony—the most common constituents in 1- KCP128 Vial, Cartridge Case,
primers. Simply remove the cap with carbon-covered metal stud, apply to the Contaminant Free
questioned hand area and return the metal stud to its original location in the 1- KCP129 Vial, Control, Contaminant Free
holder. Specific and sensitive collection for gunshot residue in an economical 1- SF00761 Latex, Powder Free Glove Pair,
and uncomplicated kit. Also included in the GRA100 are all the necessary Ambidextrous
1- KCP123 Polyethylene Dispenser, 5% Nitric
components to collect primer residue for atomic absorption analysis. Acid w/Controlled Flow Applicator and
Molded Protective Cap, 3ml
2- KCP118 Integrity Seals
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE 1- GRA100C Carton,
6.5” x 3.25” x 1.25” (16.5cm x 8.2cm x
GRA100 Primer Residue Collection Kit for SEM and AAA 3.2cm) w/Attached Integrity Seals
GRA100S Primer Residue Collection Kit for SEM and AAA with Numbered Studs 1- Instruction Sheet
1. Spray prepared reagent solution over entire GUNPOWDER PARTICLE DETECTION KIT
surface of gunpowder detection contact paper The distance of a firearm discharge is an important factor in crime scenes.
and place directly over the area of clothing to The close range firing in a
be tested. suicide, murder, or other
crime involving firearms
can be determined by
the detection of powder
particles. A study of the
scorching, blackening,
and powder patterns on
the object or victim at
the crime scene can tell
2. Place sheet of untreated contact paper on much about the distance
top of treated sheet and apply pressure over and angle of firing. Dark
entire area of sheet.
rings around the bullet
hole due to abrasion or
dirt can be confused with
charring and blackening resulting from discharge. Small gunpowder particles,
however, may go unnoticed if a sensitive method is not used. Therefore, a
chemical test for the nitrate (burned) particles of gunpowder is very useful in
a study of crime scenes involving firearm discharges—both on the victim and
the criminal.
3. Positive test results for nitrate is indicated
The two-step reaction involved in the formation of orange dye is known as
by the appearance of orange specks within 2 diazotization and coupling. It is this combination of reactions that is specific
minutes of application. for nitrate ions. The GPD100 kit provides a sensitive and specific method for
the detection of nitrite particles at the crime scene. The sensitivity of the test
GPD100 CONTENTS: eliminates the possibility of omission and error attending visual examination
6- GPD01 Gunpowder Particle Reagent A,
1/6 dram (0.6ml)
of the crime scene. By utilizing this kit, it is possible to distinguish between
6- GPD02 Gunpowder Particle Reagent B,
close-range and distant firearm discharge. Close-range firing and approximate
1 oz. (30ml) distances can be determined by the powder tattooing on the body or clothing
12- GPD03 Gunpowder Detection Paper of the victim. After the development of nitrate particles, test paper should be
1- SB4 Spray Bottle, 4 oz. (118ml) photographed for a permanent record of particle dispersion.
12- GPD05 Gunpowder Particle Removers
1- GPD100C Molded Copolymer Case
w/Molded Plastic Inserts; Dimensions: CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE
12.125” x 7.25” x 4.5” (30.8cm x 18.4cm
x 11.4cm); Weight: 3.25 lbs. (1.5kg) GPD100 Gunpowder Particle Detection Kit
TRACE METAL
DETECTION KIT Suspect's hand before the
The trace metal reagent application.
detection technique
(TMDT) makes metal
trace patterns visible on
skin and clothing that
has been treated with a
test solution and then
illuminated by shortwave
ultraviolet (254nm) light.
After reagent application and
Examination allows an shortwave UV exposure, trace
investigator to determine metal is detected.
whether or not a suspect
has been in contact with TMDT100 CONTENTS:
certain metal objects. 12- FPT1 Super Cleaner Towelettes
4- KCP230 AA-Cell Batteries, Alkaline
1- SB4 Spray Bottle, 4 oz. (118ml)
1- SWL100 Shortwave Ultraviolet Light
Source, 6V DC, 4-watt bulb
4- TMDT01 Trace Metal Reagents,
1 oz. (30ml)
1- TMDT1001 Carrying Case, Molded Copoly-
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE mer w/Machined Plastic Insert;
Dimensions: 12.125” x 7.25” x 5.5”
TMDT100 Trace Metal Detection Kit (30.8cm x 18.4cm x 14cm);
TMDT100R Consumable Refill Pack (in Red) Weight: 3 lbs. (1.4kg)