SPIR-Ace
The SPIR-Ace is a versatile Radio-Isotope Identifier (RIID), utilizing SPIR technology, useful for a variety of applications that require efficient detection and identification of radiological threats. These include security applications, such as civil defense, border & customs. The SPIR-Ace is also useful for obtaining accurate assessments of nuclear materials for nuclear power plants, safeguarding labs, and more.
SPIR-Ace is compatible with any Android smartphone, application available on Google Play Store. Identifies simultaneously up to 9 nuclides.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Mirion Technologies |
| Product Name |
| SPIR-Ace |
| Detection Category |
| Radiological/Nuclear; |
| Detection Principle |
| Scintillation Detectors;Geiger-Muller Detectors; |
| Detection Method |
| Scintillation Detectors;Geiger-Muller Detectors; |
| Application |
| Identifiers;Forensics; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The SPIR-Ace is a versatile Radio-Isotope Identifier (RIID), utilizing SPIR technology, useful for a variety of applications that require efficient detection and identification of radiological threats. These include security applications, such as civil defense, border & customs. The SPIR-Ace is also useful for obtaining accurate assessments of nuclear materials for nuclear power plants, safeguarding labs, and more.
SPIR-Ace is compatible with any Android smartphone, application available on Google Play Store. Identifies simultaneously up to 9 nuclides. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: spir-ace_genie_spec_sheet.pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| 8.1 x 6.2 x 2.2 in (206 x 153 x 57 mm) |
| Weight |
| <5 lbs.; <3.08 lbs. (1.4 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; > 10 hours |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity; Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; IP54, IP64 |
| Operating Conditions |
| -20 to 50°C (-4 to 122°F) |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| None |
| Available Accessories |
| Transport and storage case, hand strap, earphone, power adaptor |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Andriod smartphone and downloaded application or PC and software |
| Communications Interface |
| Wi-Fi, USB |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Maintenance Cost |
| None |
| Radiological Targets |
| Gamma, Neutron |
| Number of Library Entries |
| 80 nuclides in 7 libraries |
| Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
| Sample Introduction |
| Radioactive Particle |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| µSv; cps |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| <5 minutes; Seconds to minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <1 minute |
| Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
| Alarm Capability |
| Audible |
| Software Control |
| On-board via smartphone, PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Energy range: 20 keV to 3 MeV (gamma), 0,025 eV to 15 MeV (neutron), Fast digital MCA 1024 channels, throughput >100 000 cps.
Identifies single, bare or shielded, and mixed isotopes. |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| 1 year |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Lithium ion battery |
| Approved Vendors |
| Arrow-Tech, Inc. |
| Data File Type Format |
| .n42 |
