Offgrid

What Offgrid does

OffGrid (legal entity EDEC Digital Forensics; DBA OffGrid) is a Torrance, California-based manufacturer of Faraday shielding products designed to block wireless signals across cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, RFID, and radio frequency bands. Founded in 2009 as a digital forensics subsidiary of EC Ryan International and rebranded to OffGrid in 2020, the company sells a hardware portfolio that spans consumer items (key fob pouches, mobile and laptop bags at $29–$110, backpacks and duffels at $299–$349), forensic accessories ($20–$200 Phase Filter USB-C data blockers and extraction sleeves), and enterprise-grade enclosures (Faraday tents at $21,000 plus, the Stack modular system from $650, and Eclipse forensic webcam kits at $2,300–$4,300). Its core technology is a proprietary multi-layer conductive fabric (Copper over Nickel over Poly metallization) with thermo-welded stitchless seams, achieving 82–103.6 dB attenuation across DC to 40 GHz, and compliance with MIL-STD-188-125-2 for high-altitude EMP protection and IEEE299-2006 for shielding effectiveness testing.

OffGrid serves a bifurcated customer base: institutional buyers including U.S. federal agencies (FBI, CIA, DoD, DHS, DOJ, DEA, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Senate), state and local law enforcement, and military special forces; alongside a long tail of privacy-conscious consumers, executive protection clients, and schools/universities via direct-to-consumer e-commerce. The go-to-market combines a Shopify storefront on offgrid.co shipping to 200+ countries, a GSA Contract (#47QTCA23D008B) and SBA-certified procurement vehicle for federal buyers, a wholesale/reseller program, and in-house plus AvantLink affiliate channels. A companion RF Tester Pro mobile app (iOS/Android) validates enclosure effectiveness. The company is privately held under EC Ryan International with no disclosed external institutional funding.

Revenue mechanics are anchored in one-time hardware sales across a $5–$21,000 price ladder, supplemented by bundle discounts, GOVX-verified discounts for military/first responders/medical workers/teachers, and enterprise quote-based pricing for bulk government and forensic deployments. Distribution is asset-light and global, with no public revenue, headcount, or unit volume disclosure. The company's strategic emphasis is on converting its military-grade technical pedigree and 15+ years of operational history with named federal customers into adjacent consumer, education, and international markets.

Name

Offgrid

Legal name

EDEC Digital Forensics

Website

https://offgrid.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

OffGrid manufactures Faraday shielding products — bags, sleeves, tents, and accessories — that block wireless signals. The company sells direct-to-consumer via offgrid.co, through GSA government contracts, and via wholesale channels to military, law enforcement, and privacy-conscious consumers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Faraday Shielding Products / RF Shielding Equipment

NAICS

Plastics Bag and Pouch Manufacturing (326111), Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet (including Laminated) Manufacturing (326112), Textile Bag and Canvas Mills (314910)

SIC

Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080)

akta.pro primary industry

Outdoor Travel Gear (Duffels, Packs, Dry Bags) Retail (CRAMAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Tents, Shelters & Sleep Systems Retail (CRAMAMAH)

Keywords

• Faraday shielding products
• EMP protection equipment
• Signal blocking bags
• RF shielding solutions
• Digital forensics equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Barbara

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: One-time purchase model for Faraday bags, sleeves, pouches, backpacks, duffels, tents, and accessories. Products are sold directly through e-commerce store and through channel partners/resellers. Prices range from $5 (identification tags) to $21,000 (Faraday tents).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

OffGrid designs, manufactures, and sells Faraday shielding hardware — bags, sleeves, backpacks, duffels, tents, modular systems, and accessories such as USB data blockers — that block wireless signals (Cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, RFID) and protect against EMP exposure for digital evidence preservation, personal privacy, and operational security. The portfolio spans consumer everyday-carry items starting around $5-$110 up to enterprise Faraday Tents priced at $21,000, with optional Phase Filter USB-C data passthrough for forensic professionals. Products are sold direct-to-consumer and through GSA and reseller channels.

Product overview

OffGrid (formerly EDEC Digital Forensics) offers a comprehensive portfolio of Faraday shielding products designed to block wireless signals and protect against digital tracking, hacking, and EMP exposure. The product line spans from compact consumer pouches (Faraday Bags for Mobile, Tablets, Laptops, and Key Fobs starting at $29-$110) to full-featured travel gear (Faraday Backpack Pro at $349, Faraday Duffel Bags at $299-$349) to enterprise-grade solutions (Faraday Tents at $21,000+, The Stack modular system from $650). Professional forensic products feature proprietary Phase Filter technology with USB-C connectivity enabling controlled device access during investigations. The ecosystem includes essential privacy accessories (USB Data Blockers from $20, Signal Flare, Faraday Tape, Webcam Covers) and travel bundles (Standard Kit at $52, Deluxe at $115, Father's Day Bundle at $499). The company also offers an RF Tester Pro mobile app for validating bag performance. Products are available in both the OffGrid generation (thermo-welded, waterproof) and Utility generation (original sewn construction) lines, with Made-in-USA options certified for government and military procurement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• OffGrid® Faraday Bag - Mobile Thermo-welded, signal-blocking Faraday bag sized for mobile phones with serialized tracking, transparent storage pocket, and IP67 water resistance. Blocks all wireless signals including Cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, and RFID.
• OffGrid Faraday Bag - Tablet Signal-blocking Faraday sleeve sized for tablet devices, protecting from all wireless signal transmission and tracking.
• Offgrid Faraday Bag - Laptop Large-format Faraday bag for laptops providing comprehensive signal isolation and protection against wireless tracking, hacking, and EMP exposure.
• OffGrid Fold Faraday Key Fob Bag Compact folding Faraday bag for key fobs isolating the device from RF signals including GPS, WiFi, Cellular, Bluetooth, and RFID. Features a built-in key loop and ripstop nylon construction.
• OffGrid Faraday Backpack Pro Full-featured security backpack with three removable Faraday sleeves (phone, tablet, laptop), an integrated keyfob pouch, 180-degree lay-flat opening, TSA-approved lock, and a hidden RFID passport pocket.
• OffGrid® Faraday Duffel Bag Large-capacity Faraday duffel bag designed for transporting multiple devices including laptops and portable power stations with comprehensive signal blocking.
• OffGrid ReLine Duffel Duffel bag with field-replaceable liner for extended durability and continued signal-blocking performance over time.
• OffGrid Switch Wallet Faraday wallet that blocks RFID, NFC, and other wireless signals from credit cards, passports, and small electronics.
• OffGrid Extract Bag Quick-release Faraday bag developed for special forces with one-handed device access via pull tab, magnetic snap fold closure, and MOLLE-compatible clip for tactical operations.
• Faraday Tent Large-scale portable Faraday enclosure for forensic investigations accommodating 2-3 operators with desks and equipment. Features dual-layer VegaWrap shielding, EMI power filter, shielded ventilation, fiber-optic Ethernet bridge, and a magnetic door closure sustaining 90+ dB attenuation. Available in Medium at $21,000 and custom sizes from 4ft to 19ft width.
• USB Data Blocker Pro USB data blocker that prevents data theft at public charging stations by physically blocking data transfer pins while allowing power-only charging.
• USB Data Blocker - Made in USA American-made USB data blocker offering the same charging-only functionality with domestic manufacturing for government and military buyers.
• USB Data Blocker Pro - Cabled USB data blocker with integrated cable for direct connection to charging ports.
• Premium Faraday Bag with Phase Filter (Mobile) Professional-grade Faraday bag with bidirectional USB-C Phase Filter supporting three modes: charging-only, data blocking, and USB 2.0 data throughput for forensic device management.
• Utility Faraday Laptop Bag with Phase Filter Laptop Faraday sleeve with integrated Phase Filter for USB-C devices, enabling forensic data extraction while maintaining signal isolation.
• Utility Faraday Tablet Bag with Phase Filter Tablet Faraday sleeve with Phase Filter for controlled device access during forensic analysis.
• The OffGrid Stack - Modular Faraday Shielding Solution Modular Faraday shielding system starting at $650, designed for configurable multi-device protection in enterprise and forensic settings.
• Eclipse Webcam Kit Forensic webcam kit priced at $2,300 for controlled visual documentation during investigations.
• Eclipse 3 Pro Kit Advanced forensic equipment kit at $4,300 for professional investigation workflows.
• RF Tester Pro Mobile App Free mobile application available on iOS and Android that detects cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth, and GPS signals to validate the shielding effectiveness of OffGrid Faraday enclosures, reporting estimated decibel signal strength.
• OffGrid USB Cable Kit USB-C cable kit priced at $35 for use with Phase Filter products and forensic charging workflows.
• Sliding Webcam Cover Physical camera cover priced at $10 for blocking webcam surveillance.
• OffGrid® Signal Flare (2-Pack) Emergency signal isolation tool priced at $14 for two units.
• OffGrid® GridLine Faraday Tape (1in x 18ft) Rollable Faraday fabric tape priced at $12 for custom shielding applications.
• VegaWrap Signal Shielding Faraday Fabric Signal shielding fabric material starting at $15 for custom Faraday construction projects.
• OffGrid® Identification Tag Identification tag priced at $5 for labeling Faraday bags and equipment used in chain-of-custody workflows.

Quantifiable outcome

• 103.6 dB attenuation achieved at 10MHz-10GHz frequency range
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MaakcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMAAK equips users to redefine the limits of power. From cities to the backcountry, MAAK creates gear that keeps adventurers connected and in control. Partnership focuses on infrastructure and energy solutions for resilient operations.
• HDX InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHDX International provides advanced inspection and investigation solutions for public safety, forensic science, security inspection and industrial non-destructive testing (NDT). Collaboration supports forensic and investigation applications.
• AvantLinkminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThird-party affiliate network platform providing alternative access to OffGrid's affiliate program with same commission structure as in-house program.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• MOS Equipment: Offers Faraday bags, kits, and tactical shielding products for civilian and tactical markets, including kits for key fobs, mobile devices, and laptops. Direct competitor with similar product breadth across consumer and tactical customer segments.
• Koshine: Sells Faraday bags, sleeves, and RF shielding accessories primarily through e-commerce channels with consumer-focused branding. Direct competitor in the consumer Faraday accessory space with overlapping SKUs.
• Silent Pocket: Produces Faraday sleeves, bags, and cases for phones, laptops, and passports marketed to executives, travelers, and government users. Direct competitor with overlapping enterprise and consumer Faraday bag offerings.
• Mission Darkness: Specializes in Faraday bags, evidence-protection enclosures, and signal-blocking products for law enforcement, military, and consumers with overlapping SKUs in mobile/tablet/laptop bags and forensic tents. Direct competitor in the same niche with similar government and privacy use cases.
• SLNT: Designs premium signal-blocking products including Faraday phone cases, wallets, and bags aimed at privacy-conscious consumers and executives. Direct competitor in the premium consumer Faraday category with similar D2C distribution.
• Faraday Defense: Manufactures Faraday shielding bags and pouches for phones, tablets, laptops, and vehicles with focus on consumer privacy and key fob protection. Directly competes with OffGrid on consumer Faraday bags and similar price points.

Emerging players

• DefenderShield: Offers EMF shielding products including phone cases, laptop pads, and clothing with focus on 5G and RF exposure protection. Emerging peer with partial overlap on Faraday-type shielding but broader EMF/health focus.
• SCOTTEVEST: Designs tech-friendly travel clothing and jackets with integrated pockets for devices and cables, targeting travelers and gadget-carrying consumers. Adjacent peer sharing consumer travel-tech customer overlap though lacking primary Faraday shielding focus.

Broad incumbents

• Pelican Products: Major manufacturer of rugged protective cases, including shielded/RF-secure cases used for sensitive electronics transit and storage. Broad incumbent with overlapping rugged container use cases for defense, law enforcement, and industrial buyers.
• Targus: Established manufacturer of laptop bags, backpacks, and tablet cases sold through retail and enterprise channels. Broad incumbent in laptop/tablet carrying solutions where OffGrid's signal-blocking variant is a premium alternative.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/OffGrid_Bags
• Facebookfacebook.com/offgridbags
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/offgridbags
• Instagraminstagram.com/offgrid_bags

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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