RadAngel for Schools™ (RA4S™)
RadAngel for Schools™ (RA4S™) is a portable gamma-ray spectrometer that can be used for educational purposes in teaching concepts of radiation as well as for training in the use of radiation sensors. The RA4S uses a Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) solid state detector, which enables room temperature operation.
Availability: Discontinued
Manufacturer |
| Kromek Group plc |
Product Name |
| RadAngel for Schools™ (RA4S™) |
Detection Category |
| Radiological/Nuclear; |
Detection Principle |
| Semiconductors;Solid-State Detectors; |
Detection Method |
| Semiconductors;Solid-State Detectors; |
Application |
| Identifiers; |
Product Model Number |
| RA4S |
Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
Product Synopsis |
| RadAngel for Schools™ (RA4S™) is a portable gamma-ray spectrometer that can be used for educational purposes in teaching concepts of radiation as well as for training in the use of radiation sensors. The RA4S uses a Cadmium Zinc Telluride (CZT) solid state detector, which enables room temperature operation. |
Availability |
| Discontinued |
Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
Dimensions |
| 3.5 x 2 x 1 in (90 x 55 x 25 mm) |
Weight |
| <1 lb.; 0.3 lbs (135 g) |
Power Requirements |
| AC/DC Line Power; Lithium Battery; USB and rechargeable lithium Ion battery (12 hours) |
Noise Produced |
| Negligible |
Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
Ruggedness |
| None |
Operating Conditions |
| 10 to 40°C (50 to 105°F) |
Consumables |
| None |
Calibration Schedule |
| Yes |
Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| None |
Available Accessories |
| None |
Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Windows 7 or 8-based PC or tablet |
Communications Interface |
| mini-USB |
Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
Maintenance Cost |
| None |
Other Chemical Targets |
| 94 Radionuclides |
Radiological Targets |
| Gamma, Radionuclides |
Number of Library Entries |
| > 94 |
Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
Sample Introduction |
| Radioactive Particle |
Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| CPS |
Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| Not Specified |
Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
Total Run Time |
| Continuous |
Alarm Capability |
| Audible and Visual |
Software Control |
| PC |
Other Operational Parameters |
| Energy range: 40 keV to 1500 keV; Energy resolution: < 3.5% FWHM at 662 keV |
Training Required |
| <1 day training |
Training Available |
| No |
Manuals Available |
| User's Manual |
IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes, Lithium Battery |
Data File Type Format |
| SPE, CSV |