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Discover our currency counterfeit detectors


Security is key for any business that works with cash. It is therefore essential to have reliable and accurate cash verification processes in place. Read along to learn more about our different counterfeit detectors and how they work.

Accepting Counterfeits: A Costly Mistake
Accepting counterfeits directly impacts the financial health of your business. Not only do you lose the value of the transaction, but you also lose the trust of your customers. Additionally, you are faced with potential price increases to offset the impact - which can then impact your competitive edge and sales position.

Counterfeit Detection: The Solution
The solution is simple. Check your cash payments. By using a counterfeit detector, you can stop counterfeits before they end up in your cash drawer and hurt your business.

Why choose a currency counterfeit detector?


There are many benefits to automating your counterfeit detection process. One of the most important reasons why people work with money checkers is the extra sense of security and confidence they provide.

Cash counterfeit detectors are known to scare away counterfeiters and fraudsters. If they enter your store and see that you have a counterfeit detection tool installed and in-use, they often take their fakes elsewhere. Protecting your business against harm without even doing anything.

Another benefit to using cash counterfeit detectors is that they pay for themselves. Just by stopping three or four counterfeit banknotes, you have already earned back the investment you made by purchasing a money checker. A truly cost-effective solution.

How does a currency counterfeit detector work?


Counterfeit detectors are very easy to use. But how they work depends on what type of detector you use. Manual detectors (such as UV detectors) visualise certain security features but do not tell you if the banknote is real. That is up to you. Automatic detectors do the work for you and tell you if the banknote is genuine or a possible counterfeit.

How does a UV detector work?


1. Start by placing the banknote underneath the UV light.
2. The hidden ultraviolet features become visible.
3. Verify that the right elements light up.*
4. Determine if the banknote is genuine or counterfeit.

*You can check if the correct elements light up by using our free banknote verification guide.

How does an automatic counterfeit detector work?


1. Insert your banknote into the counterfeit detector.
2. The detector will transport the banknote past its sensors.
3. The sensors will scan the security features of the banknote.
4. It will verify the banknote based on the scanned information.
5. If the banknote is considered genuine a checkmark shows up on the screen.
6. If the banknote is a suspected counterfeit an error code will appear on the screen.

Features That Matter


Counterfeit detectors are more than just lamps and scanners. They offer powerful detection, full banknote verification, and complete assurance for now and the future.

Powerful UV Detection


Every modern banknote, credit card, passport, and driving licence is made with special ultraviolet ink that only becomes visible when illuminated by the right UV lamp. Safescan UV detectors offer powerful and bright UV light (at the right frequency) that illuminates this ink easily and clearly.

UV detection can be used for all banknotes of all currencies - even those made of polymer. Want to learn more about how this works? Read our blog.

Bright White Light Detection


As UV features are so commonly checked, it is usually what counterfeiters try to get right first. That's why certain UV detectors also feature an additional white light. This light helps you check watermarks and microprints. Providing you with an extra layer of security.

Perfect for hospitality businesses that have to verify cash and identification documents.

Automatic ''Full Banknote'' Detection


Businesses that only need to verify cash (and no other documents) can benefit from an automatic counterfeit detector. These machines verify banknotes for you and do so by scanning them on up to eight security features. Including infrared ink, magnetic ink, metallic threads, watermarks, colour, length, width, and thickness. That is much more than any other (manual) detector. In less than 0.5 seconds you will know - without a doubt - if the banknote is genuine or a possible counterfeit.

100% Accurate Detection


Our automatic detectors are regularly tested at different central banks with the most sophisticated counterfeits to ensure that they catch every single one of them. Providing you with 100% accurate counterfeit detection - all the time.

Free Currency & Firmware Updates


Safescan counterfeit detectors last for years and years. Not only because of their great quality but also their ability to adapt.

Automatic detectors know what features, belong where, in what banknote, because of the information and data installed on them. Whenever banks release new banknotes or discover new counterfeits, you can easily update the information on your Safescan detector by downloading and installing our free currency and firmware packages.

Choosing The Right Currency Counterfeit Detector


When choosing the best product for your business, it is important that you first establish your counterfeit detection needs. If you are on the move then the Safescan 35 and Safescan 40H are perfect. These detectors are battery operated and can be used whenever and wherever you need.

Looking for a stationary detector that can verify banknotes and identification documents? Then check out the Safescan 55 LED and Safescan 75 LED. These detectors are suitable for banknotes, credit cards, passports, driving licenses, and other identification documents. The perfect money counterfeit detector for businesses that deal with official bookings or age checks.

If you need a super fast money counterfeit detector that is always 100% accurate, then check out the Safescan 155-S. This advanced detector automatically verifies your banknotes on up to eight security features. It is regularly tested at different central banks to ensure that it stops even the most sophisticated fakes. Providing you with consistent and accurate results. Always.

Need a detector that can stop fake US Dollar notes? Then the Safescan 185-S is perfect for you. This money counterfeit detector includes an additional set of sensors to reliably verify US Dollars. It can even stop the Super Dollar. One of the best counterfeits ever created.

All Safescan counterfeit detectors are designed with the highest quality standards and come with a comprehensive three-year warranty. So you can verify your banknotes accurately and reliably, for years to come.

Frequently Asked Questions


How can I recognise fake banknotes?

If you do not have a counterfeit detector you can verify banknotes using the look, feel, and tilt method.

Do detector pens work on polymer notes?

No. Detector pens do not work on polymer banknotes. They only work on currencies made with ''regular'' banknote paper.

What currencies can detectors check?

Manual detectors (such as UV checkers) are suitable for all currencies. Automatic detectors have a set of currencies installed on them.

How long can I use a counterfeit detector?

Most currency counterfeit detectors are very durable and will perform perfectly for multiple years. Automatic detectors can be updated whenever new banknotes or counterfeits are released or discovered. Making them future-proof.

What do I do when I have accepted fake money?

When you have accepted fake money, it is best to contact your local bank or law enforcement, and hand in the counterfeits. They will safeguard the fakes and guide you through the appropriate steps.

Discover all our cash handling products


Safescan offers everything you need to successfully manage your money counting and counterfeit detection processes. From currency counterfeit detectors to banknote counters, coin counters and sorters, money counting scales, barcode scanners, and cash drawers. We have it all. Simply choose the best fit for your business to get started today!