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Ludlum Model K8

Alarming Radiation Badge

Introduction

Ludlum Model K8 Alarming Radiation Badge ● Direct Reading Alarming Radiation Badge

● Solid State Radiation Detector

● Alarms at 10 mR/hr (100 µSv/h)

● Quick Response to Low Levels of Radiation

● Small, Lightweight, Rugged

● Includes Belt Clip

The Model K8 is a solid state personal radiation detector designed for high performance and durability. Its small size, dark color, and high impact plastic casing provide an inconspicuous and durable level of protection to at-risk personnel. Permanently set alarms, both audible and visual, warn of radiation exposure. This instrument is simple, ready-to-go, and rugged, with a quick response to low levels of radiation. The K8 alarm is factory set at 10 mR/hr. The three indicating lights display: yellow - low battery, green - detecting radiation, and red - alarm. Beeper sound occurs at alarm setpoint and increases with intensity. The Model K8 is great for dirty bomb detection (30 keV to 6 MeV gamma and 600 keV beta).

Specifications

PART NUMBER: 51-2949

APPLICATION: personal radiation monitoring of at risk personnel; dirty bomb detection

RADIATION DETECTOR: solid state
ENERGY RANGE: 30 KeV to 6 MeV gamma
ALARM: preset at approximately 10 mR/hr (100 µSv/h), can be set at other levels if desired
ALARM INDICATION: red LED and audible chirp (80 dB @ 4 in. [10 cm]), can be turned ON or OFF
LED INDICATORS:

Green: indicates instrument is on and detecting radiation

Yellow: indicates low battery condition (12 hour warning)

Red: indicates alarm condition

POWER: 1 each lithium CR2032 battery
BATTERY LIFE: typically 1500 hours in background radiation levels
CONSTRUCTION: high-impact molded plastic housing
TEMPERATURE RANGE: -4 to 122 °F (-20 to 50 °C)
SIZE: 1.5 x 1.0 x 0.5 in. (39 x 25 x 13 mm) (H x W x D)
WEIGHT: 0.5 oz (13 g), including battery

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