Ardrox Concentrate Fluorescent Dye PF15087 | Rocky Mountain Reagents

Ardrox Concentrate Features

Formulated for forensic latent print development, the Ardrox Concentrate delivers visible fluorescent enhancement. Used as a secondary dye stain, this agent binds to the polymerized superglue residue on non-porous surfaces. The formula produces a brilliant yellow-green fluorescence under alternate light sources. This increases ridge contrast against complex backgrounds. Professionals rely on this to recover intelligence from challenging items like plastic bags or firearms.

Engineered for laboratory processing, the solution must be diluted with a carrier solvent before application. By allowing technicians to control the working strength, this format provides exceptional operational flexibility. When incorporated into standard procedures, examiners achieve court-admissible enhancements with minimal background staining. The formulation ensures even coverage across the fumed substrate. It settles deeply into the matrix for long-lasting fluorescence during photographic documentation.

To prevent sample degradation, proper application techniques are required to avoid washing away fragile ridge details. Maintaining careful control over the rinse phase keeps the dye firmly attached to the polymerized print. For optimal laboratory safety, this reagent should be prepared and applied within a certified fume hood. Technicians must use standard personal protective equipment due to the carrier solvents.

Available Sizes and Configurations

Technical Specifications

Laboratory Applications

For high-throughput forensic environments, integrating this fluorescent dye is critical after the initial superglue fuming process. Crime scene investigators rely on this step when processing dark or heavily patterned evidence where standard powders fail. Because it selectively adheres to the cyanoacrylate polymer, the formula is valuable when examining textured plastics. Extracting usable intelligence from these visually noisy substrates requires a fluorescent wash that reacts strongly to UV wavelengths.

When processing fumed evidence, the working solution is typically applied via submersion or controlled spray. Technicians gently rinse the item to clear the background before examining it in a darkened environment. Upon achieving the desired fluorescence, the evidence is immediately photographed using appropriate barrier filters. This ensures the capture of the highest possible resolution of the friction ridge detail.

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Academic and Institutional Pricing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ardrox Concentrate used for?

This specialized forensic chemical is a fluorescent dye stain designed to enhance latent fingerprints that have been developed using cyanoacrylate (superglue) fuming. Utilizing the Ardrox Concentrate produces a bright yellow-green fluorescence under UV or alternate light sources, allowing examiners to photograph ridge details on difficult, multicolored, or dark surfaces.

Does this product need to be diluted?

Yes, this formulation is a concentrate and must be properly mixed with a compatible carrier solvent, such as methanol or a specialized fluorinated solvent, before application to any evidence. Technicians must follow validated laboratory protocols to create the correct working solution strength for their specific operational needs.

What sizes are available for this reagent?

LabSupplies.com provides this concentrated dye in a convenient 6 x 20 mL package. This configuration allows laboratories to mix fresh working solutions as needed, reducing chemical waste and maximizing the shelf life of the unmixed product.

Product Documentation

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