APPLICATIONS

Test tube sources are designed for use in well type detectors or clinical instruments in various industries including, but not limited to:

• Laboratories: They are ideal for performing functional checks on gamma counters or spectrometers.
• Radiation Protection: Test tube sources can be used for functional checks and periodic verifications of radiation protection probes and systems.
• Training and Education: Test tube sources can be used to illustrate fundamental concepts in nuclear physics and radiation science. Students can observe and study radioactive decay, half-life, energy spectra, and interactions of radiation with matter.
• Security: Test Tube sources are also useful for functional checks and periodic verifications of portable devices used to identify radiological threats and for conducting emergency exercises.

AVAILABLE SIZES

Each test tube source is constructed using a capped 12 mm x 75 mm polypropylene tube.

The source material deposit will be 2-3 mm in diameter located at the bottom of the test tube.

CALIBRATION OPTIONS

The maximum deviation of the delivered activity from the nominal values listed is ±20%. For enhanced accuracy, you can opt for a secondary calibration, which is performed against a NIST Traceable source, available for an additional cost. This secondary calibration ensures a maximum deviation of only ±5% from the labeled activity. Please note that beta sources are not available for calibration.

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Activities provided will not exceed the U.S. NRC Exempt Quantity limit.

CONTACT US

If you have specific requirements or cannot find a test tube source that meets your specifications, please contact Spectrum Techniques for further assistance.