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MODEL 9DP, PRESSURIZED ION CHAMBER METER

Item #

Description

343-350

Model 9DP, Pressurized Ion Chamber Meter

343-355

Dimension Interface Package

343-357

Carrying Case

343-358

Stereo Headset

  • 9DP 343-3500-5 R/hr Range with uR/hr Sensitivity
  • Sunlight Readable Color Display
  • Auto Zeroing & Ranging
  • Rechargeable Batteries
  • Alarming Capability
  • Rate, Integrate & Peak Hold Readouts
  • Data Logging
  • USB Connectivity
  • Free Firmware Updates through Internet

The Model 9DP, pressurized ion chamber meter, provides highly sensitive measurements of exposure and exposure rate. It can simultaneously display the exposure rate, integrated value and highest rate seen by the instrument. The integrated value can be reset (if desired) using one of the four convenient front panel mounted buttons. The stunning 256 color, bit-mapped display provides an optimized presentation of the data and is accompanied with icons informing the user of the active functions and instrument status. All logged data are written in csv format to a plugged-in industry standard USB thumb drive for convenient retrieval by a PC spreadsheet or database program. Alarms are manifested using color changes on the display and an acknowledgable audio output.

This meter is part of the new Dimension series of meters employing state-of-the-art technologies that deliver tremendous capability, user-friendliness, and convenient PC connectivity. Instrument users have access to personal preference type settings by connecting directly to any USB keyboard. An optional 343-357 CaseDimension Interface Package is available which facilitates complete setup and calibration programming under administrator controlled password protection.

Item 343-357 Carrying Case
The soft shell design is constructed from air-blown ABS plastic and utilizes a foam insert that provides good protection and a convenient place to store all your equipment

Item 343-358 Stereo Headset
This headset offers comfort and excellent protection against noisy areas whenever it becomes necessary to listen to the audio output from portable survey meters. This headset plugs into any Ludu343-358 Headsetm survey meter equipped with an audio output jack.

Item 343-355 Dimension Interface Package
Dimension Interface Package, Software and special USB cable for interfacing any Dimension series instrument to a PC to perform extensive setup or calibration.

Specifications

Radiation Detected
: Beta above 1 MeV; gamma & X-rays above 25 keV
Operating Ranges: With Sv/h units: 0-5 uSv/h, 0-50 uSv/h, 0-500 uSv/h, 0-5 mSv/h, 0-50 mSv/h; with R/h units: 0-500 uR/h, 0-5 mR/h, 0-50 mR/h, 0-500 mR /h, 0-5 R/h
Chamber Volume: 230 cc pressurized to 125 PSI
Accuracy: ±10%
Response Time: From five seconds in lowest range to under two seconds in highest range when measuring from 10% to 90% of final value
Measurement Readouts: Simultaneous display of dose rate, integrated dose, and highest dose rate (peak hold)
Data Logging: Stored to detachable USB thumb drive in csv format for easy retrieval by PC spreadsheet/database programs. Data points include real-time clock generated date and time with dose rate, integrated dose, and instrument status. Logging time intervals are set by PC interface program
LCD Display: 3.5" (8.9 cm) diagonal, 240 H x 320 W pixels, TFT active matrix, 262 colors, 220 cd/m2
User Controls: 4 push buttons: instrument on/off, peak rate/integrate mode, audio on/off, alarm acknowledge/meter reset/clearing integrated dose or peak rate
Automatic Functions: Auto ranging, auto zeroing, auto LCD backlighting
Audio Outputs: Built-in unimorph speaker, > 60 dB at 2' (0.6 m), audio jack for connection to optional headset
Alarms: Two levels of radiation alarms available, each are user programmable throughout entire readout range and set through a PC interface program. Other alarms include low battery and various detector failures
Temperature Range: -20 to 50°C (-4 to 122°F)
Power: Eight rechargeable AA NiMH batteries, supplied with wall charger for direct connection to instrument
Battery Life: Approximately 12 to 24 hours between charges depending upon use of backlighting
PC Interface: USB, free PC Windows™ interface program download or a more comprehensive Dimension Interface Package (Item 343-355) that additionally facilitates calibration and administrative control is sold as an option
Construction: Durable plastic accompanied by internal metal support
Size: 8.6" H x 4.6" W x 9.6" L (21.8 x 11.7 x 24.4 cm)
Weight: 3.15 lb (1.43 kg) including batteries

Item 343-357 Carrying Case
Carrying Case Size: 17" L x 13" W x 7.5" H (43.2 x 33.0 x 19.1 cm)

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