Aegis
The Aegis is a portable Radionuclide Identifier (RID) based on a High Purity Germanium (HPGe) detector. The unit combines HPGe detector technology, thermal-cycle free cryostat cooling, and a unique BEGe detector. The system comes complete with a full version of analysis software. The unit is remotely controlled via a wired or wireless connection.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Mirion Technologies |
| Product Name |
| Aegis |
| Detection Category |
| Radiological/Nuclear |
| Detection Principle |
| Semiconductors; |
| Detection Method |
| Semiconductors; |
| Application |
| Identifiers;Survey Meter; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The Aegis is a portable Radionuclide Identifier (RID) based on a High Purity Germanium (HPGe) detector. The unit combines HPGe detector technology, thermal-cycle free cryostat cooling, and a unique BEGe detector. The system comes complete with a full version of analysis software. The unit is remotely controlled via a wired or wireless connection. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 16.5 x 14.0 x 6.3 in.(42 x 35.6 x 16 cm) |
| Weight |
| <30 lbs.; 13.5 kg |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; Two rechargeable LiFePO4 54.7 W, hot swappable (4 hours) |
| Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
| Ruggedness |
| Extreme Temperatures/Humidity; Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; IP65 |
| Operating Conditions |
| -20 to 50 °C (-4 to 122 °F), 93% RH non-condensing |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Tablet |
| Communications Interface |
| RJ-45, Wi-Fi |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Radiological Targets |
| Gamma |
| Number of Library Entries |
| ANSI N42.34 library |
| Adaptability |
| Yes; user can add new targets to detector with support |
| Sample Introduction |
| Radioactive Particle |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| Sv; Sv/h; rem |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| < 2 hours |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
| Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
| Software Control |
| PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| GPS, option to disable. Energy range: 15 keV – 10.0 MeV |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| No |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Reachback Service |
| No |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Lithium ion battery |
