trans-Spec-N
The trans-SPEC-N is an handheld N-type HPGe gamma-ray spectrometer. The trans-SPEC-N combines a large, high sensitivity, HPGe crystal with an algorithm to simultaneously detect and identify isotopes.
Availability: DISCONTINUED
| Manufacturer |
| Ortec (Ametek) |
| Product Name |
| trans-Spec-N |
| Detection Category |
| Radiological/Nuclear |
| Detection Principle |
| Semiconductors; |
| Detection Method |
| Semiconductors; |
| Application |
| Survey Meter; Identifiers; Emergency Response; |
| Product Model Number |
| TRANS-Spec-N |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The trans-SPEC-N is an handheld N-type HPGe gamma-ray spectrometer. The trans-SPEC-N combines a large, high sensitivity, HPGe crystal with an algorithm to simultaneously detect and identify isotopes. |
| Availability |
| DISCONTINUED |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 15.5 x 6.55 x 13.75 in (39.4 x 16.3 x 34.9 cm) |
| Weight |
| <30 lbs.; 24.4 lbs (11.1 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; 3 hours |
| Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
| Ruggedness |
| None |
| Operating Conditions |
| –10 to 40°C (14 to 105°F); < 90%RH, non-condensing. |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| PC, Microsoft® ActiveSyn |
| Communications Interface |
| USB , Wi-Fi, GPS, SD card |
| Expected Operational Life |
| 50,000 hours |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $80,000 to $110,000 |
| Radiological Targets |
| Gamma |
| Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
| Sample Introduction |
| Radioactive Particle |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| CPS |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 12 hours |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <5 minutes; Seconds to minutes |
| Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
| Alarm Capability |
| Yes |
| Software Control |
| On-board, PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Energy range 40 keV to 11 MeV |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| 1 year |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; May be subject to IATA transportation of radiological materials regulations. |
