Counterfeit detection pen Safescan 35 with UV light feature for banknotes and documents

The Safescan 35 is a compact counterfeit detection pen with an integrated UV light feature, designed to assist in quick verification of banknotes and security documents. The pen combines a chemical-reactive ink marker to test paper fibres with a built-in ultraviolet lamp that highlights fluorescent security elements and invisible inks. Lightweight and portable, the Safescan 35 is intended for on-the-spot checks in retail, hospitality and mobile environments where fast, visible verification is required.

Advantages

The device provides two complementary verification methods in a single tool: a reactive ink marker for detecting counterfeit paper and an ultraviolet lamp for revealing fluorescent features. Its compact, pen-style design makes it easy to carry in a pocket or drawer and simple to operate without additional equipment. The UV lamp increases detection capability for modern banknotes and secure documents that use fluorescent threads, inks or prints.

Suitable for

• Retail cashiers and point-of-sale verification
• Restaurants, bars and hospitality staff doing quick checks
• Field agents and mobile inspectors performing on-site validation
• Small businesses and market stalls verifying incoming cash

Key specifications

• Function: reactive ink marker combined with ultraviolet (UV) lamp for fluorescence detection
• Form factor: pen-style, portable and pocket-sized
• Power source: integrated battery for the UV lamp (user-replaceable or rechargeable as specified by manufacturer)
• Marking medium: chemical-reactive ink for paper-fibre testing
• Intended materials: banknotes and security documents with paper substrates and fluorescent security features
• Operation: manual marking and UV illumination

How to use

Hold the Safescan 35 like a normal pen and apply the reactive ink to a small area of the banknote or document where paper fibres are exposed. Observe the colour change of the ink to assess whether the paper reacts as expected for genuine banknote paper. Then activate the UV lamp and illuminate the security area; genuine banknotes and many secure documents will show bright fluorescent threads, inks or patterns under UV light. Use the marker and UV check together to increase confidence in the verification result.

Usage recommendations

Perform checks in a dimly lit area when using the UV lamp to improve visibility of fluorescent features. Avoid marking on critical image areas or signatures; test on a small corner or non-essential edge where possible. Replace or recharge the UV lamp power source according to manufacturer guidance to maintain sufficient illumination. Remember that no single test guarantees authenticity; use this pen as part of a broader verification routine that includes other checks when available.