TruScan
Ahura Scientifics TruScan is a rugged handheld instrument designed for rapid authentication of suspected counterfeit or substandard pharmaceuticals in the field. The instrument allows users with less than a day of training to perform highly-reliable analysis wherever pharmaceuticals are distributed.
TruScan offers an unparalleled solution for rapid, accurate counterfeit detection:
- Easy to Use Extremely simple operation with minimal training. No advanced education necessary.
- Fast implementationMethod creation with authentic sample is quick and easy (<1 hour per method)
- AccurateIndependent trials indicate that majority of pharmaceutical products can readily be tested with an extremely high degree of accuracy
- RapidTakes less than one minute to analyze an unknown
- Non-Contact Scan through plastic, glass, blister packs, clear gel-caps without consuming any sample
- VersatileCan analyze powders, tablets, and liquids
- ProvenCurrently in use by pharmaceutical companies and government agencies across the world
- ConvenientWith a 5-hour battery life and rugged construction, it is ideally suited for field monitoring of pharmaceutical supply, especially in developing countries with modest infrastructure
- Cost-effectiveNo on-going cost for consumables or service
- CustomizableAhura Scientific can easily customize device and/or software to accommodate individual user needs
- Durable Rugged and lightweight (<2 kg/4 lbs); design based on military specifications for ruggedness and field use
- Powerful On-board computer with proprietary algorithms contains library of 3,000+ reference spectra; users can easily and quickly add many more
- Scalable Network capable and designed for web-based administration of multiple units
- Up to Date Software upgrades can be managed via internet or CF cards
- Supported 24/7/365 live customer support; extended service, support and warranty programs available
For additional information, please contact truscan@ahurascientific.com or register to download the "TruScan for Anti-Counterfeiting" application note.
| Raman Spectral Range | 250 cm- 1 to 2875 cm- 1 |
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| Spectral Resolution | 7 to 10.5 cm- 1 (FWHM) across range |
| Laser (excitation wavelength) | 785 nm +/- 0.5 nm, 2 cm- 1 linewidth |
| Laser Output Power | Auto-adjusted, 300 mW or lower |
| Collection Optics | NA = 0.33; 18 mm working distance; 0.2 mm to 2.5 mm spot size |
| Exposure | Automatic (100 ms minimum) |
| Battery | Rechargeable 7.4 V Internal Lithium Ion Battery; >5 hours at 25 °C |
| External Power Supply | Wall plug transformer 100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz |
| Weight | <4 lbs. (<1.8 kg) |
| Size | 12" x 6" x 3" (30 cm x 15 cm x 7.6 cm) |
| Operating Temperature | -20 °C to +40 °C |
21 CFR Part 11 Compliance Documentation
- TruScan was designed to support 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. For more detailed information, download Ahura Scientific Application Note 5.0 (PDF).
Compliance Overview
- For an overview of other relevant global regulatory, safety and commercial requirements, including UL intrinsic safety certification, download Ahura Scientific Technical Note 6.0 (PDF).