What is ATP?

ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the universal energy molecule found in all forms of life—including animals, plants, bacteria, yeast, and mold. Food and other organic residues are rich in ATP. When these residues remain on a surface, they may harbor bacteria, foster biofilm formation, lead to cross-contamination, and compromise product quality and safety.

ATP Handheld Fluorescence Detector: Product Overview

The ATP handheld fluorescence detector is a portable, advanced device for measuring ATP as a reliable indicator of contamination, hygiene, and cleanliness. Versatile and economical, the system is ideal for large and small food processors, hospitals, catering services, restaurants, supermarkets, and other industries where rapid contamination detection is critical.

• Leverages modern photodiode technology for ultra-fast, accurate detection
• User-friendly, lightweight, and durable for flexible, professional measurements
• Delivers results within seconds, enabling full quality control and cost reduction

Principle of Operation

Microbial and organic contaminants carry ATP in small amounts. After cleaning, all ATP sources should be nearly eliminated. When ATP from a sampled surface is exposed to DF’s unique, liquid-stable luciferase/luciferin reagent inside the DF swab, a bioluminescent reaction occurs, emitting light proportional to ATP presence.

The detector measures this light output, with higher readings indicating greater contamination. Immediate cleanliness assessment after cleaning guarantees the removal of contaminants. This rapid system supports product quality, extends shelf-life, prevents cross-contamination, enables immediate corrective action, and reduces the likelihood of recalls.

• Provides accurate, traceable hygiene verification within 15 seconds
• Universally recognized for monitoring surface and water hygiene
• Essential for rigorous food industry hygiene protocols

Key Features

• Optimizes and verifies cleaning procedures
• Ensures consistent product quality and extends shelf life
• Optimizes use of chemicals and sanitizers
• Integrates seamlessly with HACCP and hygiene programs
• Lightweight, handheld, and robust construction
• 251 programmable test points per test plan
• 20 programmable test plans
• Alphanumeric test location ID and programmable user IDs
• Automatic calibration at startup
• Large memory: stores 2000 test results
• USB interface, easy data export

Product Specifications

DF Swab Sampling Device

The DF swab is a simple, eco-friendly, and all-in-one ATP sampling device fully compatible with the ATP handheld fluorescence detector. Compact and easy to use, DF swab features the world’s first liquid-stable reagent—surpassing the freeze-dried enzymes common in other ATP sampling swabs.

• Pen-sized, single-use, all-in-one testing device
• Delivers results in just 15 seconds
• Patented liquid-stable reagent ensures superior accuracy & reproducibility
• Stable for 12 months refrigerated (2°C–8°C), or 4 weeks at room temperature
• Resilient to temperature abuse and sanitizer exposure
• Tests both wet and dry surfaces, as well as liquid samples
• Up to 50% cost savings over competing ATP swabs
• No reagent waste, ensuring maximum efficiency
• Twice as many tests for the same cost compared to typical alternatives
• Consistent, reliable performance for demanding hygiene programs