SAM 950
The SAM 950 is an RIID detector designed to meet the requirements of ANSI 42.34 criteria for hand-held instruments for the detection and identification of radionuclides. Detector options include NaI(Tl) 2 x 2, 3x3 inch, CeBr3 1.5 x 1.5, 2 x 2 inch, LaBr3 1.5 x 1.5, 2 x 2 inch
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation (BNC) |
| Product Name |
| SAM 950 |
| Detection Category |
| Radiological/Nuclear |
| Detection Principle |
| Scintillation Detectors;Geiger-Muller Detectors; |
| Detection Method |
| Scintillation Detectors;Geiger-Muller Detectors; |
| Application |
| Forensics;Survey Meter; |
| Product Model Number |
| 950 |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The SAM 950 is an RIID detector designed to meet the requirements of ANSI 42.34 criteria for hand-held instruments for the detection and identification of radionuclides. Detector options include NaI(Tl) 2 x 2, 3x3 inch, CeBr3 1.5 x 1.5, 2 x 2 inch, LaBr3 1.5 x 1.5, 2 x 2 inch
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| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: BNC - SAM950.pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| 7.6 x 14 x 8.4 in (19.2 x 35.6 x 21.4 cm) |
| Weight |
| <30 lbs.; 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; AC/DC Line Power; 12 V, Lithium Ion (> 8 hours) |
| Noise Produced |
| 84 dB |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; Vibration/Shock; IP65 |
| Operating Conditions |
| -15 to 50°C (5 to 122°F) |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Calibration Schedule |
| Automatic |
| Available Accessories |
| Power Charger (12 V, 3 A), Vehicle Charging Adapter, Shoulder Strap, Pelican Hard Case, Calibration Certificate (NIST Traceable) |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Software |
| Communications Interface |
| MicroUSB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1 (ANSI N42.42-2012) |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $13,025 to $28,925 depending upon detector type and size |
| Radiological Targets |
| Gamma, Neutron |
| Number of Library Entries |
| ANSI, ANSI+ 2015, Medical, Industrial, User Defined |
| Sample Introduction |
| Radioactive Particle |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| mR; 0 to 10 mR/h (NaI), 10 mR/h to 10R/h (GM) |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| Seconds |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds); 2 to 10 seconds |
| Total Run Time |
| Continuous monitor |
| Alarm Capability |
| Audible, visual |
| Software Control |
| Remote |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| 20 keV to 3 MeV, Detector options include NaI(Tl), CeBr3 and LaBr3.
Dose rate range 0 to 10 mR/h (NaI), 10 mR/h to 10R/h (GM) |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| Yes. ANSI N42.42-2012 or CSV Event Data via Email Distribution List or Wi-Fi (Rad Responder) |
| Warranties |
| Yes |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Li-ion battery |
| Data File Type Format |
| ANSI N42.42 or CSV |
