RadAngel for Schools™ (RA4S™)
RadAngel for Schools™ (RA4S™) is a portable gamma-ray spectrometer that can be used for educational purposes in teaching concepts of radiation as well as for training in the use of radiation sensors. The RA4S uses a Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) solid state detector, which enables room temperature operation.
Availability: Discontinued
| Manufacturer |
| Kromek Group plc |
| Product Name |
| RadAngel for Schools™ (RA4S™) |
| Detection Category |
| Radiological/Nuclear; |
| Detection Principle |
| Semiconductors;Solid-State Detectors; |
| Detection Method |
| Semiconductors;Solid-State Detectors; |
| Application |
| Identifiers; |
| Product Model Number |
| RA4S |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| RadAngel for Schools™ (RA4S™) is a portable gamma-ray spectrometer that can be used for educational purposes in teaching concepts of radiation as well as for training in the use of radiation sensors. The RA4S uses a Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) solid state detector, which enables room temperature operation. |
| Availability |
| Discontinued |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 3.5 x 2 x 1 in (90 x 55 x 25 mm) |
| Weight |
| <1 lb.; 0.3 lbs (135 g) |
| Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; Lithium Battery; USB and rechargeable lithium Ion battery (12 hours) |
| Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
| Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
| Ruggedness |
| None |
| Operating Conditions |
| 10 to 40°C (50 to 105°F) |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Calibration Schedule |
| Yes |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| None |
| Available Accessories |
| None |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Windows 7 or 8-based PC or tablet |
| Communications Interface |
| mini-USB |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Maintenance Cost |
| None |
| Other Chemical Targets |
| 94 Radionuclides |
| Radiological Targets |
| Gamma, Radionuclides |
| Number of Library Entries |
| > 94 |
| 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) |
| Not Specified |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
| Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
| Alarm Capability |
| Audible and Visual |
| Software Control |
| PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Energy range: 40 keV to 1500 keV; Energy resolution: < 3.5% FWHM at 662 keV |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| No |
| Manuals Available |
| User's Manual |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes, Lithium Battery |
| Data File Type Format |
| SPE, CSV |
