Infrared Marker Device (IMD)

Alloy Surfaces Company Part of the Chemring Group 121 N. Commerce Drive Chester Township, PA 19014 (610) 497–7979 www.alloysurfaces.com 88 ABW/PA RY-11-0599

Infrared Marker Device (IMD) Covert signaling device that is deployed by simple

removing the top and throwing the small size

device into the air or on the ground. Special py-

rophoric material is released from the container

and oxidizes, heats and emits IR energy. The IR

output cannot be seen by the naked eye and can

only be seen by thermal sights.

Features and Benefits

Omni-Directional Infrared Signature

Visible to targeting pods at 15+ miles

No smoke, odor or visible light

Environmentally friendly

Air-activated

Lightweight and compact

Safe and simple to use and dispose

Visible for 45-60 seconds

Applications: IFF, SAR, CAS

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TECHNICAL DATA

Shelf Life 5 years

NSN 1370-99-269-2905

PACKAGING

Size 1” x 2”

Weight 130g

Hazard Class 4.2 G

UN Code 1383

During a night operation, soldiers deployed IR marker

device after UAV was unsuccessful in finding them, even

after providing eight-digit grid location.