First Responders Radiation Detection kit
The First Responders Radiation Detection Kit includes five individual detectors having the combined capability to detect alpha, beta, gamma, neutron, and x-ray radiological traces. The kit allows users to change probes in the field. All components fit into one carrying case.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| Technical Associates |
Product Name |
| First Responders Radiation Detection kit |
Detection Category |
| Radiological/Nuclear |
Detection Principle |
| Scintillation Detectors; Geiger-Muller Detectors; |
Detection Method |
| Scintillation Detectors; Geiger-Muller Detectors; |
Application |
| Survey Meter; |
Product Model Number |
| TBM-6SPE |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| The First Responders Radiation Detection Kit includes five individual detectors having the combined capability to detect alpha, beta, gamma, neutron, and x-ray radiological traces. The kit allows users to change probes in the field. All components fit into one carrying case. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Dimensions |
| 3 x 5.3 x 2.3 in (7.6 x 13.3 x 6 cm) |
Weight |
| <30 lbs.; 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) |
Power Requirements |
| Alkaline Battery; 9v Battery (100 hours) |
Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity; Not militarized, drop sensitive |
Operating Conditions |
| -21 to 41°C (-6 to 106° F) |
Consumables |
| None |
Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| Replacement sensors |
Available Accessories |
| Additional probes |
Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
Shelf Life |
| <5 years; 4 years |
Unit Cost |
| $4,950.00 |
Other Chemical Targets |
| Radiological sources |
Radiological Targets |
| Alpha, Gamma, Neutrons |
Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
Sample Introduction |
| Radioactive Particle |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| cpm; mR |
Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| < 120 seconds |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <5 minutes; < 120 Seconds |
Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
Alarm Capability |
| Yes |
Other Operational Parameters |
| 4 linear ranges for each detector (0-500; 5,000; 50,000; 500,000 cpm external) (0-.15; 1.5; 15; 150 mR/hr internal) |
Training Required |
| <1 day training |
Training Available |
| Yes |
Manuals Available |
| Yes |
Warranties |
| 1 year, limited |