Ludlum Model 43-92

  Alpha Radiation Scintillation Detector - 100 cm²

Introduction

The Ludlum Model 43-92 is an Alpha Radiation Scintillation Detector. With an active area of 100 cm², a slim, low-profile body, and a low background count rate, this detector is good for surveys for alpha radiation contamination.

Specifications

PART NUMBER: 47-2555

INDICATED USE: Alpha radiation contamination survey
SCINTILLATOR: ZnS(Ag)
WINDOW: 0.8 mg/cm² recommended for outdoor use
WINDOW AREA:
     Active - 100 cm²
     Open - 89 cm²
EFFICIENCY (4pi geometry): Typically 20% - ²³⁹Pu
NON-UNIFORMITY: Less than 10%
BACKGROUND: Alpha - 3 cpm or less
COMPATIBLE INSTRUMENTS: General purpose radiation survey meters, ratemeters, and scalers
TUBE: 1.125"(2.9cm) 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 powder-coat finish
TEMPERATURE RANGE: -4°F(-20°C) to 122°F(50°C)
May be certified to operate from -40°F(-40°C) to 150°F(65°C)
SIZE: 3.2"(8.1 cm) H X 3.5"(8.9 cm) W X 12.2"(31 cm) L
WEIGHT: 1 lb (0.5kg) 

This Product is CE Certified

Replacement Parts

• Mylar Window

• Photomultiplier Tube

• Scintillator

• Protective Cover

Technical Information

• Model 43-92 Data Sheet

• Model 43-92 Manual

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