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Model 43-5

Alpha Detector

Part Number: 47-1521

 

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Specifications

Indicated Use Alpha survey
Suggested Instruments General purpose survey meters, ratemeters, and scalers
Detector Type ZnS(Ag) scintillator
Window Typically 0.8 mg/cm2 metalized polyester (1.2 mg/cm2 recommended for outdoor use)
Window Area Active: 79 cm2 (12.2 in2)
Open: 52 cm2 (8.1 in)
Protective Screen 1.27 mm (0.050 in.) thick aluminum, 5.1 mm (0.2 in.) square openings, 66% open
Efficiency (4π) 239Pu: 13%
Typical Background
(10 µR/hr field)		 3 cpm or less
Detector Uniformity within 10% of average reading
Photomultiplier Tube 38 mm (1.5 in.) diameter, magnetically shielded
Operating Voltage Typically 500 to 1200 V
Temperature Range -20 to 50 °C (-4 to 122 °F)
Environmental Rating IP rating of 63
Connector Series "C" (others available)
Construction Aluminum with beige powder coating
Size (H x W x L) 7.6 x 6.4 x 34.3 cm (3 x 2.5 x 13.5 in.)
Weight 0.9 kg (2 lb)

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Replacement Parts

DescriptionPart Number
Window Assembly 40-4111
Scintillator 4077-039
Protective Cap 7077-035

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