Touchless technology
Photoemission/reflection spectroscopy analyzes target molecules through transparent polyethylene bags or plastic wrap, without direct substance contact.
Public-safety field detection
DrugDetect-F1
A handheld fentanyl and methamphetamine detector designed to help protect first responders while screening unknown powdered substances in the field.
Award-winning field technology
2023 Law Enforcement Product of the Year
First Responder-TV presented Lightsense Technology with its Product of the Year award for excellence and innovation in developing and manufacturing DrugDetect-F1.
Field screening
The new standard in officer safety
DrugDetect-F1 supports presumptive screening for fentanyl and methamphetamine without direct contact with the suspected substance. Measurements are made through a transparent polyethylene bag or plastic wrap, with results indicated within seconds.
Designed for field use
Easy-to-use interface
Extend the light shield, position the aperture over the powdered sample, and press the green button to begin the measurement cycle.
Compact, durable design
The point-and-shoot device is approximately smartphone-sized and is supplied with a protective carrying case for field mobility.
Included equipment
Kit contents
- Hard carrying case
- DrugDetect-F1 detector with integrated light shield
- Pill crusher
- USB flash drive
- USB wall charger with USB-C to USB-A cable
- Positive methamphetamine reference sample: pseudoephedrine
- No-detection reference sample: cane sugar
Product details
Specifications
Technical and optical
Mechanical and electrical
Mechanical
- Size: 1” H × 3.25” W × 6.7” L (2.5 cm × 8.2 cm × 17 cm)
- Unit weight: 16 oz. (0.454 kg)
- Protective case: 4.3” H × 7.5” W × 9.1” L (10.9 cm × 19.1 cm × 23.1 cm)
- Total weight in case: 3.25 pounds (1.5 kg)
Electrical
- Battery life: 120 days with unit off; 10 hours scanning with full charge
- Power source: Li-ion rechargeable battery
- Programming interface: USB-C, female
- Scan switch: membrane switch on top panel
Use and interpretation
Important testing guidance
For testing powders only. Not for use on psychedelics. Results are presumptive and must be confirmed by an approved analytical laboratory.
Always use proper personal protective equipment when handling potentially hazardous unknown substances.
Resources and training
Software update
Download Software UpdateEnglish Quick Start Guide
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