Does this unit detect Alpha radiation?
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NO, this detector can NOT detect ALPHA because Alpha particles will be blocked by the glass body of the tube. To detect alpha you will need a tube with a mica window.
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This is based on a geiger-mueller tube detector, so it will detect alpha radiation as well as beta, x-, and gamma radiation. i would check the manufacturer website if I were you to verify the suitability.
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As far as know the unit detects all alpha, beta, and gamma because the are emitted when radioactive elements decay. If it's radioactive, this unit will detect it and display the levels being emitted. Hope this answers your question.
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The Radiation Detector "Soeks" is designed for assessing the radioactivity level of any item and detecting objects, food items and construction materials contaminated with radioactive elements. It easily gauges radioactivity levels based on ion radiation intensity (gamma radiation and beta particle stream) and x-ray radiation levels. - See more at: http://www.soeks-usa.com/product/radiation-detector-soeks-01m/#sthash.mkSH30NF.dpuf
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Hi Dan, you cannot detect "Radium" in water using this Detector, which is designed to detect Alpha and Beta Particles. So a paper towel wipe of your source water, placed in an isolating plastic bag, and measured with this detector should allow for a reasonable approximation of the radioactivity of the sample. The only reliable way to screen your water for Radon contamination is through titration QA analysis. Almost all ground water has measurable or detectable levels of Radon gas intrusion. Good luck and eat healthy and safe.
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Wish I could help as I am all about these detectors, but I would reach out to the manufacturer via their website for that information. Sorry.
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Yes, the device has Japanese, Russian and English displays. The device measures background radiation, i'm not sure of its effectiveness in liquids, but if it is significant it should detect.
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Kari No it does not test actual radon levels , you will need toget a radon detector for that. This only test suction .it is used to test the fan in a radon mediation system .Hope this helps Tont
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I believe you're talking about LIDAR or infra red guns which project a beam of invisible infra red light. According to my manual this detector it does detect this type of signal.
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No it doesn't. And actually I don't recommend it. I just had a dryer fire and this detector was right over top of it in the laundry room. The room was filled with smoke by the time we noticed it and the detector never went off and afterwards I tested it and it tested fine. I had just put a new battery in the 2 of them I purchased about 2 weeks prior. My husband lit a paper roll and put it under them and despite the fire and smoke they didn't go off. I threw them in the trash. My home could have burned down and lives lost. Thank Heavens we were here .
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Yes, this meter will detect all three forms of radiation - alpha & beta particles, and gamma rays. Using the meter, you should be able to detect elevated levels of radiation if placed near the fish (not through glass). Please note, there is background radiation everywhere (your home, car, outside, work, neighborhood park, etc) so just because it clicks and registers, doesn't mean harmful levels of radiation are present. You must determine what levels are unsafe for you/your family based on scientific dosage guidelines.
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Probably. BRK owns the First Alert name. Some details may be different such as the wiring harness. These have worked perfectly since I've installed them. They replace some obsolete ionization only detectors.
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I haven't used mine yet but as I understand most all metals. It has different settings for what particular metal you are wanting to detect.
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I don't think so. I'm pretty sure you need a different type of radiation detector. Look into an electromagnetic radiation detector.
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On the one I purchased last month, the answer is yes. The USB and AC LED indicators only glow when something is plugged into either the USB or AC ports on the unit.
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I just bought this detector, and I saw your question pop up. I checked the unit before I installed it, however, I could not find any UL stamp or sticker on the device, so I'm assuming its not. It does have a CE sticker, so it is certified European Union, I think the two standards are very close, but I could be wrong. Hope this helps!
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Not sure about the question. My detector was returned as it was defective as it kept saying 'service required'. I do not recommend this device or the company.
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No. Geiger Counters detect Gamma, Beta and X-Ray radiation. Radon Gas is Alpha particles and you need a special device to detect those properly. RADEX brand carries an easy-to use, highly practical Radon Gas detector: MR106N. Please see our listing here for more details:SIRAD MR-106N Radon Detector (Eng)Best Regards,Dmitry C.Quarta-Rad, Inc.
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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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Sorry I have no idea how this unit sends/recieves signals between the collar and unit. I recently upgraded to the alpha 100 that has the shock and track in one collar. It's the best collar so far. I would look into that model as it is priceless for hunting and training. Have a nice day!! Aloha, Kalsey