Mini-AIR-RAD Sampler
The MINI-AIR-RAD System is a self-contained and portable sampler that uses standard or charcoal filters in a quick change holder to trap airborne radio-nuclides. The filter is under constant surveillance via a GM detector and detects most nuclides including organic C-14. Air is drawn by a high volume pump through the filter and exhausted to the room or through an optional hose. Power is controlled by a rocker switch. Time is controlled by a rocker switch wired into the pump circuit.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Technical Associates |
| Product Name |
| Mini-AIR-RAD Sampler |
| Detection Category |
| Radiological/Nuclear |
| Detection Principle |
| Geiger-Muller Detectors; |
| Detection Method |
| Geiger-Muller Detectors; |
| Application |
| Personal Radiation Detectors; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The MINI-AIR-RAD System is a self-contained and portable sampler that uses standard or charcoal filters in a quick change holder to trap airborne radio-nuclides. The filter is under constant surveillance via a GM detector and detects most nuclides including organic C-14. Air is drawn by a high volume pump through the filter and exhausted to the room or through an optional hose. Power is controlled by a rocker switch. Time is controlled by a rocker switch wired into the pump circuit. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| Pump & Detector Assembly: 1.75 x 8.5 in (4.4 x 21.5 cm)
Electronics: 3 x 4 x 5.5 in (7.6 x 10.2 x 14 cm) |
| Weight |
| <5 lbs.; Electronics: 1 lb (0.5 kg)
Electronics, Pump, Detector Assembly: 2 lbs (0.9 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Alkaline Battery; Six AA Batteries |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Ruggedness |
| Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; IP65 |
| Consumables |
| <$1,000/year; Glass fiber or charcoal filters
Optional: membrane filters |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| None |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| New filter at start of each new air sample |
| Available Accessories |
| Battery charger, belt clip |
| Communications Interface |
| RS-232 |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| >5 years |
| Radiological Targets |
| Alpha, Beta, Gamma |
| Adaptability |
| No; cannot detect or add new targets |
| Sample Introduction |
| Vapor/Gas; Radioactive Particle |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| cps; µCi; 6 x 10-8 µCi/cc in 30 min |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| Airborne activity EXCEPT H-3,Fe-55 and Noble Gases |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| Seconds to minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| Continuous (<30 seconds) |
| Total Run Time |
| Continuous monitor |
| Alarm Capability |
| Yes |
| Software Control |
| PC |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Pump: 1-3 L/min, Sniffer hose 3 ft |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| Yes |
