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The RadEye G-10 Personal Radiation Detector is a lightweight and very rugged instrument designed for quick and reliable measurement of gamma dose rates. Modern electronic circuitry guarantees excellent linearity over six decades of radiation intensity: from background level to 0.1 Sv/h - with over range indication upto 10 Sv/h.

Technical Characteristics
• Rugged and reliable
• Large, clear, backlit display for error-free readings
• High sensitivity to low energy gamma radiation in harsh environments
• 2 AAA batteries provide 600-hour operation life

The RadEye RPD - Personal Radiation Finder Detector represents a high performance measuring device for anyone responsible for finding radiation sources. The RadEye PRD is 5,000-100,000 times more sensitive than a typical electronic dosimeter and approximately 10-100 times more sensitive than the RadEye G-10. The RadEye PRD incorporates a high sensitivity NaI(TI) scintillation detector.

Technical Characteristics
• High quality PMT for excellent response from 30 keV
• EMI immunity much better than photodiode instruments
• NaI(TI)-Detector for high response to Special Nuclear Material (SNM) and Radiological Dispersal Devices (RDDs)
• True dose and dose rate calculation avoids significant overestimation of low gamma energies
• RadEye PRD-ER unit special proprietary circuitry allows the energy compensated dose and dose rate measurement up to 100 mSv/h, making the unit ideal tool for both interdiction and response

The RadEye G20 Multi Purpose Survey Meter is an excellent gamma survey meters with a flat energy response curve from 17 keV to 1.3 MeV according to ambient equivalent dose H*(10). 

Technical Characteristics
• Light Weight (300g), excellent grip with and without gloves
• Rugged and compact design, thick rubber protective cover
• Low cost of ownership with 500h operation times with 2 AAA batteries
• Menu-driven user interface results in low training cost and immediate familiarity

The RadEye B20 Multi Purpose Contamination Meter for alpha, beta, gamma and X-ray radiation. By virtue of optional gamma energy filters, deep or shallow dose rate measurements form 17 - 1300 keV can be performed. For emergency response purposes alpha and beta contamination can be discriminated using another optional filter.

Technical Characteristics
• Light Weight (300g), excellent grip with and without gloves
• One-handed use
• Rugged and compact design, thick rubber protective cover
• Low cost of ownership with 500h operation times with 2 AAA batteries

The RadEye NL Neutron Radiation Detector is suitable for users who travel on commercial aircraft, with a He-3 pressure of 2.5bar. 
 

Technical Characteristics
• Light Weight (300g), excellent grip with and without gloves
• One-handed use
• Rugged and compact design, thick rubber protective cover
• Low cost of ownership with 500h operation times with 2 AAA batteries

The RadEye AB100 is a modern contamination meter for surface contamination measurements with excellent alpha/beta discrimination. The user can select the proper calibration factor within a list of isotopes (e.g.) Bq, Bq/cm2, dpm). 

Four versatile modes of operation: 
1. Scaler / Timer with present count and present time for sample measurements
2. Continuous ratemeter mode for frisker operation
3. Alpha, Beta and Alpha + Beta modes
4. Gross or net counting

Technical Characteristics
• Light Weight (900g), excellent grip with or without gloves
• Rugged and compact design
• Low cost of ownership with >1,000 h operation time using 2 C batteries
• Huge internal memory for both scaler type and continuous data recording

The light-weight pocket size instrument is a full-blown spectroscopic aerosol monitor with a miniature pump and aerosol filter, a spectroscopic detector for Alpha and Beta analysis, a microprocessor and a optical and acoustic alarm indication. 

Technical Characteristics
• Measurement of Alpha and Beta aerosols with rejection of natural aerosols
• Built-in quiet pump and alpha spectroscopy
• Data logging, lightweight 300g
• Post Exposure analysis mode

The EPD Mk2+ is a personal radiation monitor that detects and measures beta and gamma radiation. Radiation that is detected by the EPD is processed to give an indication of penetrating dose, superficial dose and the dose rates. This information is displayed to the user via an LCD display on the top of the unit.

Technical Characteristics
• Advanced radiological performance (15keV to 10MeV)
• Silicon diode detection array
• β/γ measurement capabilities
• AA battery, lithium or alkaline, interchangeable

The IrDA reader is designed to be used as a stand-alone reader, typically in an office or lab environment.

Technical Characteristics
• PC connection: Serial RS232 or USB compatible interface direct to PC
• Cable length: Serial 1.2m; USB 1.0m
• Size and Weight: 60 x 30 x 20mm, 50g
• Power: none required, drives from PC

The Dosimetry Solutions Kit comprises a rugged carry-case with foam insert to conveniently carry 5 to 12 EPDs, with batteries, reader and user handbooks. The EasyEPD2 and EasyIssue software packages are included so, with the additional of a users Laptop PC, the EPDs can be fully configured and deployed.

Technical Characteristics
• Rugged plastic case supplied with 5 EPD Mk2+ but capable of holding upto 12 EPD mk2+, EPD-N2 or EPD-G dosimeters.
• Infra-Red Reader integrated into case
• EasyEPD2 & EasyIssue PC software included

EasyEPD2 Software is the configuration software interface for the EPD Mk2+, EPD-G and EPD-N2. It may be used for simple issue and return of dosimeters, with read/write logging of data. It also provides secure access to all dosimeter functions, offering the ability to set all parameters and carry out maintenance and diagnostic work.

Technical Characteristics
• Compatible with all Thermo Scientific EPD Readers
• Individual screen windows for each logical functional area of control
• Basic EPD Issue and Return functions are supported
• Reading of fose profile with data or graphic display of historial data

EasyIssue Software is primarily used as a tool for rapid issuance and return of EPDs - in and out of a database. The system provides a flexible, configurable and easy way to use an EPD database for rapid issue and electronic dose collection for the EPD Mk2 range of dosimeters.

Technical Characteristics
• Supports grab and go
• Self-diagnostics testing of EPD during issue
• Dose displayed in µSv, mrem and mSv 
• Built in reports with selection criteria:
- Dose - Individual dose records for wearers
- Dose Summary - of wearers
- Wearers
- Tasks
- Alarms
- Current Issued EPDs

The state-of-the-art Interceptor is a Spectroscopic Personal Radiation Detector (SPRD) combining the qualities of a Personal Radiation Detector (PRD) with radioisotope identifier capabilities (RIID). It offers superior sensitivity with on-the-spot, accurate identification.

Technical Characteristics
• CZT finder and identification detectors for superior sensitivity and more accurate identification without sacrificing efficiency
• He-3 neutron detector for high sensitivity to neutrons without gamma crosstalk
• Small and lightweight; it can be worn safely and securely in a holster                  

• Optional digital camera, voice recorder to document suspicious objects, and can transmit information via optional bluebooth communications. 

The Thermo Scientific Stride Series 200 detection unit and systems are designed to detect the covert movement of special nuclear material into areas of concern, and to identify radionuclides of interest.

Technical Characteristics
• Rapid detection of the presence of radioactivity or radioactive materials
• Nuclide identification
• Categorizes radiation as innocent, suspicious, or threat
• Alarms on doserate changes above background levels

• Continually stablises for temperature and background changes

The VP-SaT is a ruggedized standalone implementation of the successful Thermo Scientific ViewPoint remote monitoring system. VP-SaT integrates ViewPoint with other Thermo Scientific software packages and advanced hardware currently offered.

Technical Characteristics
• Integrated real-time monitoring solution
• Simple startup with autostart software, wireless and GPS mapping
• Local database storage and RadReachback capability
• Highly configurable: fixed, mobile or venue-driven