Ludlum Model 43-2

  Alpha Radiation Scintillation Detector

Introduction

The Ludlum Model 43-2 Alpha Radiation Scintillation Detector is a cylindrical alpha scintillator that can be used with a several different instruments including radiation survey meters, scalers, ratemeters, and alarm ratemeters for alpha radiation survey.

Specifications

PART NUMBER: 47-1517

INDICATED USE: Alpha radiation survey
SCINTILLATOR: ZnS(Ag)
WINDOW: Typically 0.8 mg/cm² aluminized mylar (1.2 mg/cm² recommended for outdoor use)
WINDOW AREA: Active and Open - 12 cm²
EFFICIENCY (4pi geometry): Typically 30% - ²³⁹Pu; 30% - ²³⁰Th
NON-UNIFORMITY: Less than 10%
COMPATIBLE INSTRUMENTS: General purpose radiation survey meters, ratemeters, and scalers
TUBE: 1.5"(3.8cm) diameter magnetically shielded photomultiplier
OPERATING VOLTAGE: Typically 500 - 1200 volts
DYNODE STRING RESISTANCE: 100 megohm
CONNECTOR: Series "C" (others available)
CONSTRUCTION: Aluminum housing with beige polyurethane enamel paint
TEMPERATURE RANGE: -4° F(-20° C) to 122° F(50° C)
May be certified for operation from -40° F(-40° C) to 150° F(65° C)
SIZE: 2"(5.1cm) diameter X 7.3"(18.5cm)L
WEIGHT: 1 lb (0.5kg)

This Product is CE Certified

Replacement Parts

• Mylar Window

• Photomultiplier Tube

• Scintillator

Technical Information

• Model 43-2 Data Sheet

• Model 43-2 Manual

• Model 43-2 CE Certificate