DSI-2 series
The DSI-2 instruments are designed specifically for use by inspectors and guards, police and hazmat squad to give warning in case of illicit or accidental storage or transport or radioactive and fissile material. They Detect 10 R/hr (0.1 Sv/h) above background in 2 seconds.
Availability: Commercially Available
Manufacturer |
| Technical Associates |
Product Name |
| DSI-2 series |
Detection Category |
| Radiological/Nuclear |
Detection Principle |
| Scintillation Detectors; |
Detection Method |
| Scintillation Detectors; |
Application |
| Survey Meter; |
Product Model Number |
| DSI-2NT, DSI-2GN, DSI-2 |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| The DSI-2 instruments are designed specifically for use by inspectors and guards, police and hazmat squad to give warning in case of illicit or accidental storage or transport or radioactive and fissile material. They Detect 10 R/hr (0.1 Sv/h) above background in 2 seconds. |
Availability |
| Commercially Available |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Dimensions |
| 2.65 x 6.5 x 1.33 in (6.7 x 16.5 x 3.4cm) |
Weight |
| <1 lb.; 12 oz (340 g) including battery |
Power Requirements |
| Alkaline Battery; 9 V battery (200 hours) |
Transportability |
| Handheld |
Operating Conditions |
| 4 to 41 °C (39 to 106 °F) |
Consumables |
| None |
Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| None |
Available Accessories |
| Stainless spring steel clip for pocket or belt plus D-ring |
Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
Unit Cost |
| $11,000.00 |
Maintenance Cost |
| None |
Radiological Targets |
| Gamma, neutron |
Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
Sample Introduction |
| Radioactive Particle |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| µR |
Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 5 to 10 minutes |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <5 minutes; Seconds to minutes |
Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
Alarm Capability |
| Visual |
Other Operational Parameters |
| Range: 5 to 10,000 neutron/ cm2/ sec. |
Training Required |
| <1 day training |
Training Available |
| Yes |
Manuals Available |
| Yes |