- radiation Detection
RadPavise | Personal Radiation Detector
Description
RadPavise | Personal Radiation Detector is a next-generation all-digital personal radiation detector that combines four functions in one:
Dose Equivalent Rate Meter
Accumulated Dose Meter
Radiation Survey Meter
Radiation Source Locator
This pocket-sized, direct-reading PRD accurately detects and measures radiation exposure for workers and responders in potentially hazardous environments.
RadPavise | Personal Radiation Detector uses a YSO scintillation detector combined with a state-of-the-art silicon photomultiplier (YSO+SiPM) and multi-voltage threshold (MVT) algorithm to detect a wide range of radiation doses.
Proportional, real-time detection and measurement provide meaningful readouts that focus on real-world applications. The fast response and wide dose rate range maximize the safety of your team. Intuitive navigation allows users to adjust settings in the field.
The unique, high-contrast OLED display provides a clear indication of the wearer’s equivalent dose rate, accumulated dose, and count rate. The search interface can also be used as a survey meter to locate the source of radiation.
RadPavise | Personal Radiation Detector is designed to meet the needs of emergency responders and radiation protection personnel across the United States.
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Technical Specifications
Detector YSO Scintillator + SiPM
Type of Radiation Detected Alpha, Beta, Gamma, X-Ray
Energy Range 20 keV–10 MeV
Dose Rate Range 1 μrem/h–100 rem/h (0.01 μSv/h–1 Sv/h)
Integrated Dose Range 1 μrem–10,000 rem (0.01 μSv–100 Sv)
Sensitivity 980 cps/mrem/h (98 cps/μSv/h) (∝ Cs-137)
Energy Response ≤ ±20% (∝ Cs-137)
Dose Rate Linearity ≤ 10% up to 100 rem/h (1 Sv/h)
Accuracy ±10% (∝ Cs-137)
Alarm Threshold User-set values for dose rate: 2 μrem/h–100 rem/h (0.02 μSv/h–1 Sv/h)
Alert Options Audible (80 dB at 12 in ∕ 30 cm), Visual (LED and Display), Vibrating
Alarm Response Time < 2 s
Overload Display Activation when > 100 rem/h (1 Sv/h) Overload indication up to 10 rem/h (10 Sv/h)
Ergonomics 4-Button Interface, Front-Facing Screen
Power Supply AAA*4
Battery Life Typically 500 hours in background field
Display Backlit Memory LCD
Weight 165 g (without batteries)
Dimensions 120mm x 75 mm x 32 mm
Accessories External probe for Alpha and Beta
Operating Temperature 32–122 °F (0–50 °C)
Storage/Transport Temperature -4–158 °F (-20–70 °C)
Relative Humidity Up to 90% RH (Non-Condensing)
IP Rating IP67
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FEATURES & BENEFITS
1 | Features
| Digital data acquisition |
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| High-performance detection design |
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| Rapid response |
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| Quality control system |
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2 | Benefits
- As an active self-reading device, both dose rate and accumulated dose are measured in real time, enabling users to always be aware of current exposure
- Large OLED display offers user readability in dark or bright environments
- Three types of alarms alert users in a multitude of ways: vibrating, audible, and visual
- Alarm is either preset or user programmable through entire measurement range
- Intuitive menu-driven navigation allows user to adjust settings in the field
- Easy one-handed operation with just two buttons, allowing total control with a thumb
- Proportional, real-time detection and measurement provide meaningful readouts that focus on the awareness and safety of the user during critical times
- Patented MVT sampling method resulting in no signal loss and high signal-to-noise ratio
- Low-power CMOS digital electronics combined with digital silicon photomultiplier chip (SiPM)
- Dose and dose rate alarms provide additional awareness of high radiation levels
REAL LIFE EXAMPLES
Homeland Security/Real-Time Data for Crisis Control
Homeland security has become a top priority in recent years to assure the safety of individuals around the world. Personnel must be prepared to deter and respond to potential exposure to radiation. If asked to perform duties in an environment where radiation may be present, assessing exposure levels is crucial and reporting on a regular basis a necessity. X-Z LAB understands how critical it is that all personnel be protected to reduce or avoid short-term, or acute, exposure to radiation.
State and Federal Agencies/Military
Many state, federal, and military agencies work in environments that monitor radiation programs or environments as well as carry the responsibility for crisis management in the event of an emergency. Ensuring public health, safety, and the integrity of our environment is the primary concern of these government organizations and safety personnel.
First Responders
In any emergency situation, time is of the essence. First responders to any critical scene may not know immediately if the area has been contaminated. Therefore, it is imperative that those first to respond to a crisis carry radiation monitoring dosimeters. First responders may include law enforcement, fire personnel, emergency medical teams, HAZMAT, or even state, federal, or military organizations. X-Z LAB recognizes the special requirements of these agencies. RadPavise | Personal Radiation Detector is specifically tailored to the requirements of any agency.
