Forensic Coaters ID500, ID750

Forensic coating systems

The original metal deposition systems for fingerprint development. Now built by HHV, the ID500 and ID750 forensic coaters are used for the detection of fingerprints using the Vacuum Metal Deposition (VMD) technique.

ID750 is a full-size system designed for national or regional forensic labs. The high-throughput vacuum system with water vapour cryo pump provides short cycle time and allows rapid processing of evidence. ID500 is a smaller unit designed for local agencies or where budget constraints apply.

On both systems, operation of the vacuum system and the water vapour cryo pump (standard on ID750) is managed by a rugged industrial PLC and touch-screen. Operation of the deposition sources uses traditional controls to maximise flexibility while chamber lighting provides the operator with a clear view of the process.

Both systems are supplied with enamelled work holders fur use with magnetic or wire attachment of evidence. ID750 has a standard rotary drive for cylindrical evidence, which is optionally available on ID500.