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Series ASHF2 Source Holders

Fireproof Point Collimation Source Holders to 1200mCi 137Cs.
For sources to 50 Ci 137Cs & 10 Ci 60Co ASHF2.5, ASHF3 and ASHF4 Source Holders are available

Please contact A&DM for more details

 

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Features

  • Australian Designed & Manufacture
  • Solid Cast Metal Construction
  • Inert - No Toxic Lead used
  • Light Weight
  • All materials of construction have a melting point above 1500°C
  • Stationary Source with Rotating Shutter Design
  • Uses CS-137 capsules
  • Heavy Indent ensures consistent Field Geometry
  • Lockable in the OFF position only
  • Test Proven Reliability for extreme conditions of heat, impact & vibration
  • Selection of Materials & Finishes to suit the environment
  • Exceeds the Code of Practice for the Safe Use of Radiation Guages
  • Serviceable (by qualified Radiation Technician)

For testing A&DM recommend Ludlum Survey Meters
Model 3-90  for the  Radiation Safety Officer
Model 2401-EW for the Service Technician

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PDF  Understanding Radiation (153 KB)


Common Specifications

Body Material Available – Caste Steel - WCB Grade - Powder Coated Finish
– Caste Stainless Steel - 316 - Natural Finish
– Aluminium Bronze - AB2 - Natural Finish
– Other Materials - upon request
Shutter Shaft Material – 316 Stainless Steel
Position Retention – Indent Ball & Spring
Environment Seal – Neoprene (standard), teflon (optional for harsh environments)
Collimation – Point (10 deg circular pattern)
Radiation Diaphram – 0.75 mm Stainless Steel
Mounting Bolt Pattern – 4 x 14mm (d) on a 150mm x 150mm axis
Radiation Capsules Size – 6mm (d) x 8mm (l) - AEA X8 - Bebig P03
– 8mm (d) x 12mm (l) - AEA X9 - Bebig P10

 

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