hi , I need a radiation detector for scrap iron . I was wondering if this one can serve the same purpose as the " Ludlum Model 19 MicroR Meter " ?
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The monitor 4 will do just fine. It's a bit more fragile than the ludlum and wet conditions are out of the question, but otherwise it's the better one for your needs. The ludlum is only a gamma detector, the M4 is an Alpha, Beta, Gamma and x-ray detector.
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No it is not a spectrophotometer . It is a crudely simple radiation counter. It is mainly gamma rays sensitive. The most interesting usage I had from it was from taking it up in a commercial jet on a holiday and watching the radiation levels soar to about 20 times what it was in my kitchen. (This is well-known but still interesting to see oneself.) I have also detected beaches that were radioactive with natural thorium but it has to be laid on the sand to work. It's a bit crude and it is worth knowing the basics of radiation counting before you use it, for example what a sievert and or micro-sievert is. No it is not a spectrophotometer . It is a crudely simple radiation counter. It is mainly gamma rays sensitive. The most interesting usage I had from it was from taking it up in a commercial jet on a holiday and watching the radiation levels soar to about 20 times what it was in my kitchen. (This is well-known but still interesting to see oneself.) I have also detected beaches that were radioactive with natural thorium but it has to be laid on the sand to work. It's a bit crude and it is worth knowing the basics of radiation counting before you use it, for example what a sievert and or... » Read More No it is not a spectrophotometer . It is a crudely simple radiation counter. It is mainly gamma rays sensitive. The most interesting usage I had from it was from taking it up in a commercial jet on a holiday and watching the radiation levels soar to about 20 times what it was in my kitchen. (This is well-known but still interesting to see oneself.) I have also detected beaches that were radioactive with natural thorium but it has to be laid on the sand to work. It's a bit crude and it is worth knowing the basics of radiation counting before you use it, for example what a sievert and or micro-sievert is. « Show Less
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hmmm. i didn't realize it was for ghost hungint???? i use it to measure emf emissions and i love it. you move it around the appliance and it will show the emf emissions. i had one that was a lot more expensive and technical showing exact measurement but it was awkward and difficult to use imo. i like this one because it's simple and gives me te info i need. you point and push the on button and get the reading. i love it. !
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Yes it is a complete metal detector. It is a good basic unit to learn with. I would suggest also looking at what they call a probe to narrow down the item once you dig a hole. It helps locate small items. They are many brands out there and do a good job.
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I use mine very infrequently (once per mo.?). 5 mos. old and it will not melt solder so I'm online looking for a manual or video for the procedure of recalibrating it...no luck yet but I just started my search. *Update: Okay, it's not anything to do with calibration (I found nothing in the mini-manual...LOL...good gravy). It's not certain yet but another iron may need to be purchased to fix this one....uggghhhh....Does anyone have any good reviews for another iron of medium to high wattage for motherboard work?
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Since it has no moving parts, I would guess that it's design lifespan is many years. However, if you're buying an instrument for it's guaranteed accuracy, this may not be the instrument for you. I'm a (retired) test and measurement aerospace engineer and I'm very pleased with the capability this instrument gives me. I'm comfortable with the fact that I'll never send this out for calibration. I have several instruments around the house: multimeter, oscilloscope, frequency counter, etc, that have never seen the insides of a standards laboratory, and yet they still provide valuable measurements for me. The whole purpose of this instrument, in my case, is to monitor radon levels in my house. It has proven accurate enough, via comparison measurements with other calibrated instruments, that it serves my purpose well. However, without that certified and valid calibration sticker, your measurements cannot be used for any official purposes. Short of an official end-of-life analysis from the manufacturer, this'll have to do.
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I believe this is mainly for cell towers, which is why I purchased it. One was installed next to our house in August. It does measure other radiation in the house i.e. from microwave oven, tv, etc. Not familiar with the Trifield item.
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I bought RADEX RD1503+ to detect left over radiation amount in the body after a technetium stretch test. It worked well.Helen H.
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should work, need to read the manual on how natualize the ground so the detector will discrimanate the iron and detect other materials. good luck
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yes, it will detect radiation from x-rays. also, it will detect radiation from construction site those soil compact tester (yellow box).
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I would thank that you would. Have to read all of the spectra for each model # and compare closely, could be an extra coating on the linse, could be minimem focal distence just compare very closely
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Holly, this is a field technicians, consumer grade, instrument designed to detect radiation. By design, it measures a very small percentage of the radioactive particles emitted by a test material. To get a precise measurement of the total radiation given off by a material the material would have to be sent to a lab and tested under controlled conditions. This said, my Radex detector has been the only means I have of removing radioactive liquids and foods from my diet. Last year, before I realized my food supply was contaminated with radiation, I was in constant pain and my feet were so swollen I couldn't get my shoes on. My Thyroid gland almost shut down I my doctors just gave me pain medication without trying to find the cause of my medical problems. I had purchased my Radex detector, I believe, in 2011 but never used it. Frustrated by not getting answers from my doctors I started looking for the cause of my medical problems myself. Within 24 hours after removing all the contaminated food stuffs from my home the swelling in my feet for the first time in months went down to the point I could put my shoes on again. In three weeks my Thyroid gland started to function again. It's been almost six months now and I am still pain free. I have made checking my food supply with my Radex a routine.
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Thank you for your message.Please see:http://www.gqelectronicsllc.com/support/GQ_Geiger_Counter_Selection_Guide.pngRegards,
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It can adequately find nails and other metal I've found up to several inches in. It provides a more exact target than other detectors I've tried. But it is also easy skip past a small bit of metal if the piece is large. I missed a small part of an old iron nail (140 yrs old) in a 16 ft floor board and chipped a blade on the bench planer as a result. Just go easy and careful and it will do the job.
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Made in Russia. It's not pro grade, but it does detect beta and gamma radiation. I tested it on my slightly radioactive bathroom tiles, and it worked. I've even detected a few events that briefly spiked my rad levels. It seems well made and lasts forever on Low Self Discharge rechargeable batteries. I'd say it's a good value for me and fits in my pocket too.
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I think so. I went on a 15 year hiatus without a detector, about the time they began using lasers. After getting tagged in town 3 times, with only having to pay one, I decided to return to a tool. It works very well for me, has everything I need.
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Use the stainless steel one that Amazon sells separately, the ones that come with the meter will apparently be damaged above 400 deg.F