DSA Detection

09/26/2025

Our team, gathered in front of the office on the day we celebrated 20 years in business. Later that afternoon, we were honored to share lunch with some of the influential people who helped launch our journey. A milestone worth remembering!

09/25/2025

𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐒𝐊𝟕𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝟑-𝐆𝐮𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: http://bit.ly/42cyg15

Accurate: HHMD, WTMD, Portable X-Ray, Backscatter, Computed Tomography (CT), Single and Multiple X-Ray Generator Systems

The 3-Gun Test Kit is designed to maintain and improve the security of federal buildings, courthouses, correctional facilities, public buildings, and any other secure facility. It is particularly effective for testing operator alertness and training new operators. Each test piece is cast in durable resin to minimize any safety concerns when conducting covert testing.

Inside the case are three test objects labeled as NA-22/TKC0052 (NAA-.22 revolver), DA/TKC0138 (Derringer Model 95), and BR/TKC0511 (similar to the Beretta Jetfire 950). These test objects allow for the configuration and testing of MOST metal detectors, allowing you to determine a machine setting that will detect your most dangerous threat.

There are no bullets included in this kit. It is considered a training or test piece and as such is not labeled as “INERT”.

Check it out: http://bit.ly/42cyg15

09/22/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬!

This year marks the 20th anniversary of DSA Detection. For two decades, you've trusted us as your one-stop shop for security checkpoint supplies, and we couldn't be more grateful.

From day one, our mission has been to provide reliable products at competitive prices and the personalized service only a small business can deliver.

As we celebrate this milestone, we're proud to continue upholding the same standards that have defined DSA Detection since the beginning: quality, consistency, and care for every customer.

Thank you for making us part of your work for the past 20 years. We look forward to many more ahead.

With appreciation,
Dave & Niki, Matt, Lourdes, Anne, Sara, and all of us at DSA Detection

09/10/2025

𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐤𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤'𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐗-𝐑𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞? This knife is part of the TSK7500 Concealed Weapons Training Kit - See it on our website here: https://bit.ly/489jU5d
Each training device represents a type of commonly concealed weapon and is visually and X-ray correct, responding in checkpoint cabinet X-rays and full-body screening systems authentically to real threat items. These items are also correct for training and testing in metal detectors. This level of accuracy is not found anywhere else.

There's still time to try this week's new Threat or Safe here: https://bit.ly/3MP8lFq

09/09/2025

Can you find a threat in this image, or is it safe? Interactive here:

Play Threat or Safe to see if you have what it takes to be a security checkpoint officer!

08/29/2025

Last week's hidden threat object in the Threat or Safe X-Ray Challenge was the NAA .22LR Test Piece (TSK0622). See it on our website here: https://bit.ly/47TCnTc

Perfect for hands-on training and testing of security checkpoint officers in wide variety of applications, using metal detectors, X-rays, and CT scanners. Its characteristics mimic a real NAA .22 even in cluttered bag scenarios. It can also be disassembled to train on the disassembled gun threat.

There's still time to try the new Threat or Safe before the next one is posted next week! Try it here: https://bit.ly/3MP8lFq

08/28/2025

𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐗-𝐑𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬? For nearly 20 years, DSA Detection has manufactured and distributed its own brand of DHS-approved explosive trace detection consumables used in the operation and maintenance of most ETD instruments commercially available. DSA’s consumables are developed and manufactured in clean-room like conditions, have the longest shelf life, and incorporate innovative, user-friendly features. All products critical to trace levels of detection have been approved by the DHS - Transportation Security Laboratory. Currently in use at TSA airports and security checkpoints worldwide.

See the full collection here: https://bit.ly/4oVspqu

08/27/2025

View the NAA .22LR Test Piece here: http://bit.ly/4oPVDHz

This X-ray and metal detector test piece is designed to effectively represent a NAA .22LR. While this item is sold as a single item, it can be broken down to represent a disassembled NAA .22LR.

Both the frame and cylinder have been machined to exacting standards to precisely match the metal detector signature and appearance in an X-ray machine of an actual NAA .22LR.

The size of the test piece accurately reflects the size of a real NAA .22LR and elicits alarms when the real firearm would in both the X-ray and in the metal detector.

Designed and manufactured in New England, we believe this is the only NAA .22LR test piece engineered for use in both X-rays and metal detectors.

08/22/2025

View the OTK0010 Blasting Cap Test Kit here: https://dsadetection.com/blasting-cap-test-kit.html?utm_source=ss&utm_medium=sm&utm_campaign=fb

Accurate: mmWave, Portable X-Ray, Backscatter, Computed Tomography (CT), Single and Multiple X-Ray Generator Systems

The Blasting Cap Test Kit contains various blasting caps and initiation devices, providing accurate examples of commercial, military, and improvised (homemade) versions. Some of the blasting caps are electronically shunted, while others do not have electrical continuity—helpful when incorporating blasting caps into functioning IED circuitry.

Also included in the kit are two modified electric blasting caps, complete with LED indicators that illuminate when functioning. Both the electric and non-electric blasting caps in this kit are completely inert and accurate when viewed in person or on an X-ray/CT scanner. All DSA blasting caps are made with industry-standard, 24AWG wire when possible. Other wire gauges are available by request.

Each simulated explosive initiator in this kit is density, Zeff, and X-ray/CT correct to replicate the real threats with which they are associated.

08/21/2025

View the ASK1000 Aviation Security Inspector Training Kit here: https://bit.ly/4708Erz

Accurate: mmWave, HHMD, WTMD, Portable X-Ray, Backscatter, Computed Tomography (CT), Single and Multiple X-Ray Generator Systems

The Aviation Security Inspector Training Kit is designed to be an accurate representation of a variety of threats likely to enter security checkpoints around the globe. Inside the provided carrying case are various types of high and low explosives, blasting caps, circuit assemblies, and other training items. As with all DSA simulants, these items are density, Zeff, and CT/X-ray correct to the real threats with which they are associated. This kit was designed to replace the original FAA Air Cargo Inspector Kit.