What is the difference between M8 and M9 paper?

What is the difference between M8 and M9 paper?

M8 is packaged in a booklet of 25 individual sheets 10 × 6.5 cm each. Three (3)-Way paper is packaged in a booklet of 12 individual sheets 10 × 6.5 cm each. M9 is packaged as a continuous roll 9.1 m long × 5.1 cm wide in a cardboard dispenser with a serrated edge.

What does M8 paper detects?

The M8 Chemical Detection Paper is used to detect the presence of liquid nerve (V and G types) and blister (H-) chemical agents. If colored spots appear, a chemical agent is present. M8 Paper cannot be used to detect chemical agents in water or aerosol agents in the air.

How long can you wear Jslist?

45 days
Once you remove JSLIST from its sealed bag, it’s good for 120 days max. The limit for wearing JSLIST is 45 days and the limit for washing it is six times (mark each wash on the JSLIST care label). After any of those limits are reached, the suit can no longer protect you and should be used for training only.

What are G series nerve agents?

The organophosphate nerve agents tabun (GA), sarin (GB), soman (GD), and cyclosarin (GF) are among the most toxic chemical warfare agents known. Together they comprise the G-series nerve agents, thus named because German scientists first synthesized them, beginning with GA in 1936.

Does M8 paper expire?

14. Use the M8 Detection Paper before the expiration date. Do not use the paper on or after the expiration date or if the product is damaged or if the paper has been previously exposed to chemical warfare agents. Do not dispose of expired or used paper in domestic or residential waste.

What forms do chemical agents come in?

There are four basic types of military agents that can be used for chemical terrorism: choking agents (chlorine, phosgene), blister agents (mustard, Lewisite, phosgene oxime), blood agents (cyanide, hydrogen cyanide) and nerve agents (tabun, sarin, soman, VX).

Is JSLIST waterproof?

Components. The JSLIST Overgarment includes the coat and trousers. Both pieces are made from 50/50 nylon/cotton rip-stop material with a waterproof coating for the outer material. The coat is waist long, has a slide fastener and protective flap, and has an integral hood.

How much does a JSLIST cost?

JSLIST costs about $250 each. It can be stored up to 10 years and can be washed up to 6 times. Over 1.5 million suits have been produced to date.

When to use M8 or M9 detector paper?

The M8 paper may indicate positive results if used in an area where decontaminants have been used. When to Use M8 Paper See a liquid that might be a chemical agent Observe any color change on M9 detector paper

How is the M9 used in the military?

M9 Chemical Detection is used by ground forces and is placed on personnel and equipment to identify the presence of liquid chemical agent aerosols. It contains a suspension of an agent sensitive red indicator dye in a paper matrix.

Can a white light be used to read M9 paper?

Color changes will not show up when a flashlight with a red filter is used to read the paper. White light must be used. This could cause some serious OPSEC problems, especially for frontline troops. Commanders must realize that there is a risk if they do not establish procedures for checking M9 Paper for color changes.

How does M9 paper react to chemical agents?

M9 Paper reacts to chemical agents by turning a red or reddish brown color. Place the M9 detector paper to opposite sides of the body. If you are right handed, place a strip of M9 paper around your right upper arm, left wrist, and right ankle. If you are left handed, place the M9 paper around your left upper arm, right wrist, and left ankle.