- CBRNe SOLUTIONS
High Pressure Mass Spectrometer
Real-time chemical threat detection with high-pressure mass spectrometry for trace-to-bulk identification in demanding responder environments.
- OVERVIEW
Real-Time Mass Spectrometry For Chemical Threats
MX908 is a multi-mission, handheld high-pressure mass spectrometer (HPMS) designed for chemical, explosive, priority drug and HazMat operations.
Its high-pressure mass spectrometry technology combines sensitivity and selectivity to identify priority threats while discriminating against interferents that can contribute to false alarms.
The MX908 can analyze samples across different physical phases, including solids, liquids, vapors and aerosols, using mission-specific sampling modules.
The brochure positions the platform for detection ranging from bulk materials to true trace concentrations, supporting both point detection and remote-area monitoring.
High-Pressure Mass Spectrometry
HPMS provides high sensitivity and selectivity for detecting and identifying chemical threats while discriminating priority compounds from potential interferents.
Trace-To-Bulk Detection
MX908 is designed to detect and identify chemical hazards from bulk concentrations through true trace levels, extending from visible material to invisible nanogram/ppb-level scenarios.
Multi-Phase Threat Detection
A single MX908 platform can analyze solids, liquids, vapors and aerosols, with Aero, Trace and Vapor modules supporting different sampling requirements
Mission-Specific Detection Modes
Mission modes include Drug Hunter, CW Hunter and Explosive Hunter, with specialized hardware and software configurations designed around specific chemical threat classes.
- TECHINICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MX908 Mass Spectrometer Technical Capabilities
Technical Specifications
Technical Parameter
MX908 Specification
Technology
High-Pressure Mass Spectrometry (HPMS)
Instrument Type
Portable / handheld mass spectrometer
Detection Capability
Bulk to true trace concentrations
Trace Detection
Nanogram / ppb-level range illustrated in brochure
Sample Phases
Solids, liquids, vapors, aerosols
Sampling Modules
Aero Module, Trace Module, Vapor Module
Detection Approach
Point detection and remote-area monitoring
Mission Modes
Drug Hunter, CW Hunter, Explosive Hunter
Drug Coverage
Methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl, 2,000+ fentanyl analogs, heroin, cannabinoids, cathinones and more
Chemical Warfare Coverage
Novichoks / A-series, legacy G/V/H-series agents, pharmaceutical-based agents
Explosive Coverage
Homemade explosives, military explosives, commercial explosives, precursors
Remote Monitoring
MX908 Beacon
Remote Application
MX908 remote application for case information
Aerosol Detection
Field-deployable aerosolized-threat identification
CWA Quantification
Real-time chemical warfare agent quantification
Trace Evidence
Trace chemical and explosive residue identification
- KEY FEATURES
Advanced Features For Multi-Mission Detection
MX908 combines high-pressure mass spectrometry, flexible sampling and specialized mission modes to support chemical threat identification across diverse operational environments.
High-Pressure Mass Spectrometry (HPMS)
Provides the core analytical technology for sensitive and selective chemical detection.
Trace-Level Detection
Detects chemical hazards at true trace concentrations.
Bulk-to-Trace Analysis
Supports analysis across a broad range of sample amounts and concentrations.
Multi-Phase Detection
Analyzes solids, liquids, vapors and aerosols.
Aero Module
Supports aerosolized chemical-threat detection.
Trace Module
Supports trace chemical and residue analysis.
Vapor Module
Supports vapor-phase chemical detection.
Drug Hunter Mode
Specialized configuration for priority drug detection.
CW Hunter Mode
Specialized configuration for chemical warfare threat detection.
Explosive Hunter Mode
Specialized configuration for explosive and precursor identification.
Fentanyl Classifier
Provides coverage for 2,000+ fentanyl analogs according to the brochure.
Novichok Detection
The brochure identifies the system as a field-deployable detector for trace identification of Novichoks.
Aerosolized Threat Identification
Supports identification of aerosolized chemical threats dispersed from IEDs and other munitions.
Real-Time CWA Quantification
Supports real-time quantification of chemical warfare agents.
Remote Area Monitoring
Supports remote monitoring through the MX908 Beacon.
Trace Explosive Residue Detection
Supports identification of trace explosive residues.
Non-Ignition Sample Analysis
The brochure describes analysis of samples without the threat of igniting sensitive materials.
Remote Application
Allows case information to be added through the MX908 remote application.
- FOCUS SEGMENTS & APPLICATIONS
Multi-Mission Detection Across Critical Operations
The MX908 brochure positions the platform for chemical, explosive, priority-drug and HazMat operations, with specific applications spanning drug detection, chemical warfare response and explosive identification.
DEFENSE
EOD & Ordnance Response
Purpose-built containment for military EOD and ordnance-response environments.
CIVIL AVIATION
Airport Security Operations
Containment support for airport security and controlled threat-response operations.
CARGO OPERATORS
Cargo Security Operations
Solutions for explosive-threat management across cargo handling and logistics environments.
AIRLINES
Airline Security Operations
Containment capabilities for airline operational and passenger-safety requirements.
HOME AFFAIRS
Public Security Agencies
Support for government security and specialist explosive-response agencies.
RAILWAYS
Rail & Transit Security
Containment solutions for rail networks, stations and transit environments.
HOSPITALITY
Venue Security Operations
Designed for hotels, venues and guest-facing environments with public safety requirements.
COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS
High-Footfall Facilities
Protection solutions for business sites and locations with significant public movement.
EMBASSIES & GOVERNMENT ESTABLISHMENTS
Diplomatic Security Operations
Containment capabilities for diplomatic missions and government facilities.
- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
MX908 Mass Spectrometer Questions Answered
What is the MX908?
MX908 is a handheld, multi-mission high-pressure mass spectrometer from 908 Devices designed for chemical, explosive, priority-drug and HazMat operations.
What is High-Pressure Mass Spectrometry?
High-pressure mass spectrometry, or HPMS, is the analytical technology used by MX908 to provide high sensitivity and selectivity for chemical threat detection and identification. The brochure highlights its ability to discriminate priority threats from interferents.
What types of samples can MX908 analyze?
MX908 is designed to analyze solids, liquids, vapors and aerosols using different sampling configurations, including the Aero, Trace and Vapor modules.
What are the MX908 mission modes?
The brochure presents three primary mission modes: Drug Hunter, CW Hunter and Explosive Hunter. Each mode uses specialized software and hardware configurations to optimize performance for specific chemical classes.
Can MX908 detect fentanyl and its analogs?
Yes. The Drug Hunter mode includes a Fentanyl Classifier with coverage for 2,000+ fentanyl analogs, according to the supplied brochure. It also supports identification of narcotics in low-concentration mixtures.
Can MX908 detect chemical warfare agents?
The brochure identifies CW Hunter capabilities covering Novichoks/A-series agents, legacy G-, V- and H-series agents, and pharmaceutical-based agents. It also states that the system can quantify chemical warfare agents in real time.
Can MX908 be used for explosive detection?
Yes. Explosive Hunter is designed for identification of homemade, military and commercial explosives and their precursors. The brochure also describes trace explosive residue detection, identification of explosives by name and detection of aerosolized chemical threats associated with IEDs and other munitions.