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THERMO SCIENTIFIC DOSIMETRY /

A World of Radiation Dosimetry: Thermo Fisher Scientific's complete line of dosimetry solutions are in use at dosimetry processing centers, nuclear power plants, government & military establishments, research laboratories and medical facilities worldwide.

We set the standard for active and passive dosimetry integrating the former Siemens EPD product line for Active dosimetry and the Harshaw TLD product line for passive dosimetry. Now, under the Thermo Scientific brand name, these top-quality products can be found under one banner, making Thermo your one-stop for all your Dosimetry needs.

Dosimetry Soultions:
Active Personal Dosimetry, Passive Personal Dosimetry, First Responders Solutions, Extremity Monitoring, Environmental Monitoring, Medical Physics Dosimetry, Industrial Dosimetry and Food Safety

The Dosimetry products are arranged into two product areas Active dosimetry (EPD Family) and Passive dosimetry (TLD family)

1. EPD (Electronic Personal Dosimeter) Family (Active Dosimetry)

To view the product data sheet please click on the bold model name in the model column.

Model	Image	Description
EPDMk2+		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
EPD-G		The EPD-G is the gamma-only variant of the original Mk2 beta/gamma electronic personal dosimeter; incorporating essentially the same design and features, but with the beta detector and window removed. The EPD-G is suitable for use where there is no requirement for beta detection and measurement Technical Characteristics • Advanced radiological performance (15keV to 10MeV) • Excellent response to gamma and X-radiation • Loud configurable audible alarm • Single AA battery powers the unit
EPD-N2		The Thermo Scientific EPD-N2 combines excellent photon dosimetry with full-spectrum neutron response, making this dosimeter ideal for those working in mixed neutron/gamma fields. Technical Characteristics • Advanced radiological performance; 25keV to 10MeV (photon), thermal - 15MeV (neutron) • Excellent performance in mixed gamma/neutron fields • Multi-detector technology • Direct display of Hp(10) for neutrons and for photons
		EPD Mk2 Readers: To complement the EPD Mk2+/N2/G, we offer a range of readers. These readers connect directly to the PC via a serial or optional USB interface. The are compatible with the full range of Mk2 software products and require no external power supply.
ACT 5 Reader		The ACT 5 reader is a desktop model, designed for stand-alone or computerized access control applications. Technical Characteristics • PC connection: Serial RS232 or USB compatible interface direct to PC • Cable length: Serial 1.2m; USB 1.0m • Size and Weight: 180 x 125 x 70mm, 1.1kg • Power: None required, drives from PC
ACT 4 Reader		The ACT 4 reader is a desktop model with ruggedized keypad designed for computer access control. Technical Characteristics • PC connection: Serial RS232 or USB compatible interface direct to PC • Keyboard Connection: PS/2 style mini-DIN. Accepts input from full keyboard • PS/2 cable provided to connect to PC system unit Cable length: 2m • Power: none required, drives from PC
IrDA Reader		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
Dosimetry Solutions Kit		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		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		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
WebREMS Software		WebREMS is a client server computer application designed to track and monitor dosimeter (EPD Mk2) usage. WebREMS is termed an Access Control System; workers entering a Radiologically Controlled Area (RCA) must be electronically issued with a dosimeter to be allowed into an area, and then must return the dosimeter upon leaving. Technical Characteristics • Web browser access control • Uses web standards • Scalable from one site to anywhere in the world.

1b. Real-Time Extremity Monitor

Model

Image

Description

ED2-PED

The ED2 Personal Extremity Dosimeter (PED) is designed for monitoring the exposure of radiation to the user in the nuclear, industrial and medical fields. The ED2 PED monitors the radiation level (instantaneous dose rate and accumulated dose) and will sound an alarm if pre-set levels are exceeded.

Technical Characteristics
• Real-time dose information
• ViewPoint Enterprise and wireless interface integration with other remote monitoring software
• Real-time accumulated dose information
• Data logging facility to secure digital memory card

Suggested Applications
Used by medicial staff, pharmacy technicians, etc., when handling radioactive source material with hands.

ED2 Software

The AEGIS ED2 Application Interface software is used to configure, manage and store data and settings for the ED2 Personal Extremity Monitor.

Technical Characteristics
The application can be split into 3 distinct parts:
• The Interface Application Data Manager
• The Data Card Wizard
• The Report Wizards

2. TLD Family (Passive Dosimetry)

To view the product data sheet please click on the bold model name in the model column, or to view the Thermo Scientific selection guide (where available) click on the product name.

Model	Image	Description
Model 3500		The Harshaw 3500 Manual TLD Reader is a PC-driven, manually-operated, tabletop instrument for thermoluminescent dosimetry (TLD) measurement. It economically provides both high performance and high reliability. The 3500 reads on dosimeter per loading and accommodates a variety of TL configurations, including chips, disks, rods and powder. Technical Characteristics • Planchet heating incorporates welded thermocouple for best temperature reproducibility • Heating profile includes pre-heat, acquire and anneal cycles • Heating temperature capability upto +600°C • Seven-decade glowcurve acquisition range
Model 5500		The Harshaw 5500 Automatic TLD Reader is a PC-driven, tabletop instrument for thermoluminescent dosimetry (TLD) measurement. This reader is capable of reading 50 dosimeters per loading and accommodates TL chips, rods, and cubes in a variety of sizes. Technical Characteristics • Unattended automatic background subtraction capability • Easy to operate, service and maintain • Compact and attractive • Unattended automatic operation for upto 50 dosimeters
Model 6600		The Harshaw TLD Model 6600 Plus is a very versatile medium capacity dosimetry solution. All you will need for your personal and environmental monitoring requirements, with significant built-in labour and cost-saving features. Technical Characteristics • Based on proven worldwide success of the Model 6600 • One dosimetry solution, not multiple readers, for: - whole body – betas, photons and neutrons with a single dosimeter - extremity - environmental • Significant labor and cost savings with enhanced dosimetry performance • No requirement for a separate extremity system • Significant time savings with automatic calibration capabilities • Built-in automatic dosimeter calibration capability - Lets you decide when to recalibrate - Puts you in control of your system - Non-proprietary technology • Exceeds IEC, ISO and ANSI performance requirements • Extensive built-in automatic QC tests & high MTBF • Flat Panel display and touchscreen operation • TLD does not have the disadvantages of OSL materials and technologies
Model 8800		The high-capacity Harshaw 8800 TLD Reader automatically processes EXT-RAD and DXT-RAD extremity dosimeters on carrier cards. Element Calibration Coefficients (ECCs), Reader Calibration Factors (RCFs) and card acceptance procedures are controlled by a new automatic QA program. The precisely controlled heating profiles offer consistent, repeatable glow curves, suitable for further analysis. Technical Characteristics • Measures beta, gamma, X-ray and neutron doses, singly and mixed • Automatically reads a carousel containing up to 1400 four-element cards at 140 cards per hour • Dosimeters and algorithms meet international accreditation requirements including all DOELAP and NVLAP • A unique health physics record system tracks and maintains records • Precise, highly controlled, highly reliable linear heating by gas: -Produces uniform heating -Provides better reproducibility -Extends dosimeter life • Host computer with VGA color monitor • Menu-driven control of "expose", "transport cards", and "diagnostics" • Explicit on-screen text -no cryptics • Optional 90Sr internal irradiator • Optional UPS prevents loss of data during power failures • Field-proven reliability.
TLD Material		LooseTLD Material LiF:Mg,Ti (TLD100, TLD600, TLD700) LiFMgTi is the most widely studied TLD material in the world. This nearly tissue-equivalent material has been the standard bearer for absorbed dose measurements in Radiation therapy and diagnostic radiology since the 1950s. Technical Characteristics • Nearly tissue-equivalent - effective atomic number 8.2 • 40% maximum response variation from 17 keV to >8 MeV • Deterministics fade characteristics - 5%/yr at 200°C (with anneal) • Useful range - 1000µRad to 10,000Rad (10µGy to 100 Gy) • Dose rate dependence- none or very low
TLD Material		LooseTLD Material LiF:Mg,Cu (TLD100H, TLD600H, TLD700H) LiFMgCu is the mostrecent advancement in the world of TLD materials. This nearly tissue-equivalent material is becoming the standard bearer for absorbed dose measurements in Radiation therapy and diagnostic radiology. Technical Characteristics • Nearly tissue-equivalent - effective atomic number 8.2 • 20% maximum response variation from 17 keV to >8 MeV • 10 to 25 times more sensitive than the standard LiFMgTi material • Useful range - 100µRad to 10,000Rad (1µGy to 100 Gy)
Accessories		Accessories for Loose Material Accessories are optional items for storage/transfer, handling, annealing and calibration of loose TLD materials. Technical Characteristics • Storage / Transfer - Holders that can hold upto 50 or 120 dosimeters, and powder dispensers for powders • Handling - Vacuum and mechanical (Teflon tipped) tweezers • Annealing - Annealing ovens, annealing trays and qunch blocks • Calibration - Table top irradiator
WinREMS		The Windows Radiation Evaluation & Management System is a software application that directs the operation of the Thermo Scientific Harshaw TLD reader; receives dosimetry data for the reader; stores, retrieves and processes the data; and then presents the data in a meaningful form. Technical Characteristics • Electronics QC test results display for use in recording important reader parameters. • Response database search functions with multiple selection criteria such as dosimeter usage, date, dosimeter ID, response value and acquisition mode with responses displayable in either glow curve or standard report formats. • Background subtraction and multi-point calibration capabilities, if desired. • Computes and displays dosimeter calibration mean element response, standard deviation and reading acceptance statistics. • Flexible reader calibration factor (RCF) determination with user-adjustable reader correction factor limits and user-selectable computed exposure units. • Maintains multiple databases for response data, dosimeter element correction coefficient (ECC) data, reader operations data and reader QC data. • Allows importation of recrods and reader data from previous versions of TLD reader software and exportation of data in configurable formats to other processing applications.

The products below are not all inclusive of all Radiation Protection and Measurement products available, if you need further information or can not find a suitable product contact ADM staff for assistance.