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Ludlum Model 3030P

Alpha Beta Radiation Sample Counter with PIPS™ Detector

Features

Fully Integrated Alpha Beta Radiation Sample Counter
Simultaneous Alpha and Beta Radiation Counting
Employs PIPS^TM Detector
Ultra Low Alpha Beta Crossover and Backgrounds
Adjustable Alpha Window for Radon Rejection
Data Logging with USB Connectivity
48 Hour Battery Operation
Includes PC Software

Introduction

The Ludlum Model 3030P’s solid state PIPS^TM detector facilitates efficient and cost-effective simultaneous alpha and beta sample counting for air filters, smears and swipes. This instrument meets the newer EPRI guideline for detecting a few DPM of alpha amidst a several hundred thousand DPM beta background. All data are automatically logged and easily retrievable via a USB connection. The light weight and battery operability afford convenient use out in the field. With the optional detector shield, the Model 3030P can be used virtually anywhere.

The instrument comes with a PC Control Software that allows the user to set all parameters, view QC check settings, change alpha and beta window and threshold values, perform MDA (Minimum Detectable Activity), and retrieve the sample data saved to the logging memory.

Specifications

PART NUMBER: 48-3509

SCALERS: Alpha and Beta over a range of 0 - 999,999 counts, 6 digit backlit LCD displays for each
COUNT TIMER: Single timer, switch adjustable between 0.1 - 60 minutes (.1, .5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 60, PC)
STATUS INDICATORS: Backlit indicators for:
        • QC - Daily QC check needed
        • LOW BATT - Battery power is low
        • CPM/DPM - Counting in CPM or DPM mode
        • aAL/ßAL - Count has exceeded alarm setpoint
INTERFACE: USB - includes a 39 inch (1 meter) USB cable for connection to a PC
SOFTWARE: Free PC interface software allows parameter setup and data logging
AUDIO: Built in unimorph type speaker with volume control to provide a dual tone click-per-event audio
POWER: 5 Vdc universal-input wall AC-DC adapter or 4 ea. “D” cells
BATTERY LIFE: 48 hours
TEMPERATURE RANGE: -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
SIZE: 8” X 7” X 9.5” (20.3 X 17.8 X 24.1 cm)
WEIGHT: 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg) with 4 each “D” cell batteries
CONSTRUCTION: Aluminum housing with gray powder-coated finish and subsurface printed front panel

This Product is CE Certified

Optimized Setting for:	Alpha & Beta	Alpha	Beta
Alpha Efficiency Pu-239 (4 pi)	39.5%	40.3%	31.1%
Beta Efficiency SrY-90 (4 pi)	30.9%	20%	36.1%
Cl-36 (4 pi)	29.7%	20.4%	35.8%
Tc-99 (4 pi)	7%	1.2%	13.1%
C-14 (4 pi)	.006%	0%	0.36%
Alpha Background (10 min)	0 cpm	0.2 cpm	0 cpm
Beta Background (10 min)	21.0 cpm	10.2 cpm	60.1 cpm
Alpha to Beta Crosstalk	2.8%	1.1% cpm	8.4% cpm
Beta to Alpha Crosstalk	.001%	0% cpm	0% cpm

Application Software Main Display

Options

Ludlum 2" Planchetts
Model 3030P Shielding Kit - Part Number: 4337-291 - This 10 pound internal shielding (may be installed after purchase) kit reduces the beta background by approximately 20% in a normal 10 µR/hr background field. (See "Model 3030P Summary of Shielding Results Versus Unshielded" document below under Technical Information)

Spare Parts List

Aluminum Sample Holder/Planchette (Part Number 7142-001-07)
BCD Board (Part Number 5261-154)
Display Board (Part Number 5337-084)
Main Board (Part Number 5337-145)
PIPS™ Detector (Part Number 01-5811)
Pre-Amp Assembly (Part Number 4337-289)
Sample Tray - Black (Part Number 7337-281)
Wall Transformer (Part Number 2310964)

Technical Information

Model 3030P Data Sheet
Model 3030P Manual
Model 3030P Schematics
Model 3030P Radon Reduction Methodology
Model 3030P Summary of Shielding Results Versus Unshielded
Model 3030P White Paper - Variation of Tc-99 Sources (June 2010)
PIPS™ Detector Features and Characteristics
Model 3030P Software - current version available from our software download page

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by phone at: (865) 947-5123 or by email at: sales@deqtech.com.