Specifications:
- Types: Geiger-Mueller (GM) counters, scintillation detectors, ionization chambers, and semiconductor detectors.
- Measurement Units: Measured in units such as microsieverts per hour (µSv/h), millisieverts (mSv), or counts per minute (CPM).
- Detection Range: Capable of detecting a wide range of radiation levels, from background levels to high radiation fields.
- Sensitivity: High sensitivity to various types of radiation, including alpha, beta, gamma, and X-rays.
- Display: Digital readout or analog dial for displaying radiation levels.
Features:
- Real-Time Monitoring: Provides instant readings of radiation levels.
- Alarm Function: Audible and visual alarms to alert users of high radiation levels.
- Data Logging: Some models include data logging capabilities for recording and analyzing radiation exposure over time.
- Portable: Compact and lightweight designs for easy transport and use in the field.
- Durability: Rugged construction to withstand harsh environments.
Applications:
- Medical: Monitoring radiation levels in radiology departments, nuclear medicine, and during radiotherapy.
- Industrial: Ensuring safety in industries using radioactive materials, such as radiography, mining, and oil and gas.
- Nuclear Power: Monitoring radiation levels in and around nuclear power plants.
- Environmental: Assessing environmental contamination and radiation levels in various locations.
- Emergency Response: Used by first responders to assess radiation levels during radiological incidents.
Advantages:
- Health Protection: Ensures the safety of individuals by monitoring and controlling radiation exposure.
- Compliance: Helps organizations comply with safety regulations and radiation protection standards.
- Early Detection: Identifies radiation leaks or contamination early, allowing for prompt action.
- Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of applications and environments.
