radHUNTER™
Handheld Radionuclide Identification Device
radHUNTER
Several variants of this product are available.
- (A) radHUNTER ULCS-NG
- (B) radHUNTER ULCS-NGH
- (C) radHUNTER ULMN-NG
- (D) radHUNTER ULMN-NGH
- (E) radHUNTER UL-LGH
Specifications relevant for certain variants only are labeled with the variant.
Detectors |
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| Gamma NaI *(A, B, C, D) | Crystal size 102 mm (4.02 in) × 19 mm (0.75 in) | |
| Gamma LaBr3 *(E) | Crystal size 38 mm (1.50 in) × 38 mm (1.50 in) | |
| Neutron 3He Proportional Counter Tube *(B, D, E) | 19 mm (0.75 in) × 106.7 mm (4.20 in); net: 18 mm (0.71 in) × 75.7 mm (2.98 in); 8 atm (8.106 bar) | |
| Gamma (High Dose Rate) | Geiger-Müller detector | |
| GPS | 12-channel SiRF III receiver | |
Calibration |
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| Internal Source *(A, B) | 137Cs; 25 nCi (925 Bq) | |
| Internal Source *(C, D) | 54Mn; 80 nCi (2960 Bq) | |
Performance |
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| Energy Range (Gamma) | 20 keV – 3 MeV | |
| Throughput | 200 kcps | |
| Max. Input Count Rate | 300 kcps | |
| Sensitivity (137Cs) | >2900 cps per µSv/h | |
| Corrections | Real-time linearization of gamma spectrum | |
| Gamma Spectrum | 1024 channels; 3 MeV | |
| Dose Rate Range | 0.000 µSv/h – 10.00 mSv/h | |
| dto. Scintillator | 0.000 µSv/h – 50 µSv/h | |
| dto. Geiger-Müller Detector | 10 µSv/h – 10.00 mSv/h | |
| dto. Overload | 10 mSv/h – 100 mSv/h | |
| Dose Range | 0.000 µSv – 1 Sv | |
| Neutron Sensitivity *(B, D, E) | 9 cps/nv ±15 % | |
| Stabilization | Calibration source; LED; ±1 % for temperature change rate of | |
| Nuclide Identification | According to ANSI N42.34 | |
| Typical Resolution *(A, B, C, D) | 8 % FWHM at 662 keV at 20 °C (68 °F) ambient temperature | |
| Typical Resolution *(E) | 3.5 % FWHM at 662 keV at 20 °C (68 °F) ambient temperature | |
Service |
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| Recommended Interval | 1 a | |
Physical |
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| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 129 mm (5.08 in) × 212 mm (8.35 in) × 323 mm (12.72 in) | |
| Weight *(A, B, C, D) | 2900 g (102.29 oz) including batteries | |
| Weight *(E) | 2460 g (86.77 oz) including batteries | |
| Housing Material | Aluminium | |
Environmental |
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| Operating Temperature | -20 °C – +55 °C (-4 °F – +131 °F) | |
| Storage Temperature | +10 °C – +35 °C (+50 °F – +95 °F) | |
| Temperature Change | Sudden temperature change must not exceed 30.0 °C (54.0 °F) in order to avoid damage to the detector crystal | |
| Relative Humidity | 10 % – 80 %, non condensing | |
| Shock Resistance | According to ANSI N42.34 | |
| Protection Rating | IP54 according to IEC 60529 | |
Battery |
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| Type | FLIR powerPACK ultra 2 (LSD NiMH, rechargeable) | |
| Capacity | 2500 mAh; 4.8 V | |
| Operating Duration | ≥8 h at 20 °C (68 °F) in dose rate mode with dimmed display back light and GPS switched off | |
| Charging Duration | ≤4 h at 20 °C (68 °F) when instrument off and connected to DC power charger and >4 h when powered via USB. | |
| Quiescent Current | 16.5 µA typically | |
Display |
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| Type | Transflective color LCD | |
| Size | 68.4 mm (2.69 in); 320 pixel × 240 pixel | |
| Central Luminance | 400 cd/m² typically | |
Annunciators |
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| Blue LED *(B, D, E) | Neutron detection and alarm | |
| Red LED | Gamma alarm | |
| Orange LED | Charging batteries | |
| Green LED | External power | |
| Vibrator | Alarm reporting | |
| Beeper | Keyboard feedback and alarm reporting | |
Memory |
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| Data Storage Capacity | 2 GB internal memory; 1800 MB available for the user | |
| Identifications incl. Spectrum | ≈600000 | |
| Data Logging Every 5 s *(A, C) | ≈5 years | |
| Data Logging Every 5 s *(B, D) | ≈2.5 years | |
| Screenshots | ≈2500 | |
| Alarms | ≈1000000 | |
Input/Output |
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| USB | USB 2.0; mini-B socket | |
| Bluetooth | Class 2.0; ≤10 m (32.81 ft) range | |
Software |
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| Embedded Software | Microsoft Windows CE Operating System | |
| Web Interface | TCP/IP emulated via USB | |
| Download File Formats | ANSI N42.42 and spc files compatible with third-party analysis software applications such as GADRAS, Cambio, or PeakEasy | |
| Reachback | ANSI N42.42 data via Bluetooth to DUN compatible cell phone | |
| STRIDE Data Protocol | STRIDE Data Protocol for network integration | |
Accessories |
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| DC Power Adapter, Charger | AC in: 110 V – 230 V; 50 Hz – 60 Hz; DC out: 5 V; 2 A | |
| Carrying Case | Included | |
| Replacement Battery | FLIR powerPACK 2 for 4 AA batteries | |
| Connection Cable | Mini USB-B – USB-A | |
Standards |
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| ANSI N42.34 | Performance Criteria for Hand-Held Instruments for the Detection and Identification of Radionuclides | |
| IEC 62327 | Radiation Protection Instrumentation - Hand-Held instruments for the detection and identification of Radionuclides and for the indication of ambient dose equivalent rate from Photon Radiation | |
| IEC 60529 | Degrees of Protection Provided by Enclosures (IP Code) | |
| UL 61010-1, Part 1 | Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use, 2005 | |
| EMC - Directive 2004/108/EC | Regulations concerning electromagnetic compatibility | |
| ANSI N42.42 2006 | Data format standard for radiation detectors used for Homeland Security | |