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Southern Scientific - Model Ion-Hound -Handheld Ion Chamber
The Ion-Hound is a handheld ion-chamber that provides highly sensitive directional dose equivalent rate (H'(0.07)) and ambient dose equivalent rate (H*(10)) measurements from mixed radiation fields (beta, gamma, and X-ray radiation). The Ion-Hound utilises a 430 cm³ open air chamber. It is lightweight, easy-to-use, and manufactured in the UK. It provides dose rate measurement in six manually-selectable ranges with an effective range of 0.5 μSv/h to 500 mSv/h with optional real-time data streaming via the USB-C port. A built-in, full-colour, backlit LCD screen displays measurements and the instruments status. Ergonomically designed, with a robust housing and a handle for single-handed operation, the Ion-Hound features a familiar, industry-standard design while adding additional connectivity and ease-of-use features.
It is an excellent like-for-like replacement for existing ion-chamber instruments and is suitable for a range of application areas including:
- Nuclear
- Defence
- Medical and Health Physics
- Research
User-replaceable Windows
Aluminised windows are designed with easy field maintenance in mind.
Downward-facing Beta Shield
The beta shield allows users to easily swap between ambient (H*(10)) and directional (H'(0.07)) dose equivalent rate radiation measurement qualities.
User Interface
Intuitive user interface means the Ion-Hound requires minimal training for current users of ion-chamber instruments.
Long Battery Life
Powered by 6 x 1.5 V C-cell batteries, the Ion-Hound offers up to 40 hours of use.
Ionisation Chamber
With a large volume of 430 cm³ providing highly sensitive measurement, maintained at atmospheric pressure.
Real-time Data Monitoring
Data readout through the USB-C port enables easy calibration and remote system monitoring.
Wide Energy Range
- Photons: 10 keV to 1.33 MeV
- Beta: 200 keV to 2.0 MeV
LCD Digital Display
3.5" screen with adjustable brightness.
Made in the UK
Designed, manufactured, and serviced in the UK for quick customer support.
- Dimensions: 200 (W) mm x 126 (D) mm x 216 (H) mm
- Weight: 1.8 kg (4 lbs) (with batteries)
- Display: 320 x 480 3.5" LCD display
- Complies with:
- IEC 60846-1:2009
- EN IEC 61326-1:2021
- CE Marked
- Type: Open Air Ionisation Chamber
- Volume: 430 cm³
- Effective Range: 0.5 μSv/h - 500 mSv/h
- Collecting Potential: 30 V
- Batteries: 6 x 1.5 V C Cells (LR14)
- Battery Life: approx. 40 hrs
- Operating: -10 °C to 40 °C
- Storage: -25 °C to 50 °C (without batteries)
- Relative Humidity: max. 85% (tested at 35 °C)