Supertech ®
Thousands of Products
Serving You is Our Pleasure
Registered w/
Dun & BradstreetVOSB - Veteran Owned Small Business since 1973 NAICS CODE: 423450
Product Categories
ADVANCED SURVEY METER (ASM)
Victoreen® ASM-990
The ASM-990 is shown with
optional GM Pancake Probe
(Model 489-110D)
Probe is purchased separately
see belowAdvanced survey meter for multiple hospital and environmental applications
Cell phone-like multi-function key for easy menu navigation
Backlit analog/digital display
Integrated handle
Error-free visual indication
Auto-ranging
Multiple probe use
Full-range audio output capability
Survey Mode data logging feature
Timed Peak Hold feature
Built-in scaler functions
Barcode scanner (optional)
Auto Power-Down feature extends battery life
Introduction
The ASM-990 is an easy-to-use instrument that detects alpha, beta, gamma, or x-ray radiation within an operating range of 1µR/h to R/h or 1 to 5,000,000 CPM, depending on the probe selection. Visual indication of measured values, as well as selectable parameters, are displayed on the analog/digital display.
The units are compatible with Geiger-Mueller (GM) detectors, proportional counters, and scintillation probes operating from 500 to 1300 volts.
Applications
The ASM-990 is designed to meet the high technology requirements of health physics, medical physics, and nondestructive testing applications. Radiation safety officers (RSO), nuclear medicine laboratories, diagnostic x-ray and hospital emergency room technicians, and environmental health physicists will appreciate this intelligent survey meter with its cell phone-like multi-function key for easy menu navigation.
The units, with purchased probe, are shipped calibrated and ready-to-use.
With the proper probe combination, this meter can be used as a general survey meter, and area monitor, a wipe est counter, and a contamination monitor.
The unit is supplied with a MHV connector to ensure compatibility with all Victoreen probes. A Model 992 is available that includes a fully calibrated internal energy compensated 1 R/hr GM detector.
The Model 993 features a fully calibrated internal pancake detector as well as an internal energy compensated 1 R/hr GM detector.
Features
Survey Mode feature allows user to store up to 5 separate sequences
Infrared Data (IrDA) port
LCD readout
160 x 160 graphical LCD display shows digital average of the bar graph value
Analog scale has fifty-one elements arranged in a linear bar graph. Each element represents 2% of full scale. Scale markings are 0,2,4,6,8, and 10. Scale length is 2.2 inches (5.6cm)
Scale multiplier is 0.0001 to 1 million, depending on the probe selected and the units activated
LCD displays operational units such as radiation unit changes, response time changes, data, labels, and real time clock.
Pushbutton controls
Light: actives a background light for a preset or indefinite amount of time.
Start/Stop/Rst/Save: Saves current data; starts and stops recording of data; resets internal counter in scaler mode
Sel: activates the menu systems; allows user to choose particular settings, etc.
Up/Dn arrows: Enables user to navigate between various menus/selections
Ese: returns to previously selected menu or sub-menu
Audio: Allows the user to turn on/off the audio indicator.
Specifications
Operating modes
Rates
Integrate
Scaler (dual option): "Based On Measurement" or "Based On Time"
Timed Peak Hold
Data Logging
Operating ranges (dependent on selected probe)
µR/hr
mR/hr/hr
R/hr
µrem/hr
mrem/hr
rem/hr
µSv/hr
mSv/hr
Sv/hr
CPM
CPS
DPM99mTc
DPS131I
Bq125I
kBq123I
MBq201Tl
µCi67Ga
mCi18F
Ci57Co
µR
mR
R
µrem
mrem
rem
µSv
mSv
Sv
C(counts)
kC
MC
D(disintigrations)
kD99mTc
MC131I
Complementary units in the integrate mode with the integrated time value in secondsAccuracy:
Within 10% of reading between 10% to 100% of full scale indication on any range, exclusive of typical energy dependence.
Accuracy is probe dependent.Detector:
Accepts GM detectors and scintillation probes operating at high voltages between 500 and 1300 volts.Environmental
Temperature range 14° to 122°F (- 10° to + 50°C)
Relative humidity 0 to 95%, non-condensingWarm up time 5 second diagnostic check
Check source Natural uranium, mounted on the case
Power requirements Two “D” cells, 150 hours operation,
automatically indicates when battery is low
Housing material Proprietary polycarbonate, splash-proof case
Display Liquid crystal display, 2.2 x 2.2 in (5.6 x 5.6 cm)Data logging modes:
The Log Data feature can easily be accessed via the Setup Sub-menu.The ASM-990 can log/save a maximum of 500 data points in any of three separate modes
(Manual and Survey modes can utilize the optional barcode scanner):Manual Individual data points can be saved by pressing the Start/Stop/Rst/Save button
Timed A data point will automatically be saved at user selectable time intervals in the range of 1 to 255 seconds.
Survey Programmed sequences can be accessed via the menu system. Pressing the Start/Stop Rst/Save button saves the current reading and displays the next survey location.
Programming of survey sequences, as well as retrieval of logged data, is accomplished via the built-in IrDA port. Label names up to 20 characters can be programmed into the ASM-990 to identify the individual survey locations.
Weight (without probe)
ASM 990, 992 2.1 lb (0.95 kg)
ASM 993 2.4 lb (1.09 kg)
Dimensions 4.125 (w) x 10.91 (d) x
2.5 in (h) (10.47 x 27.71 x 6.35 cm)
Probe connector The unit is
available with a MHV connector
The unit can be used with multiple probes
(5 total) by selecting the appropriate probe from the main menu. All calibration data for each probe is stored in the unit’s EEPROM
Specifications
for ASM-992 and ASM-993
internal energy compensated 1 R/hr GM detectorRange 0.1 mR/hr to 1 R/hr
Radiation detected Gamma above 60 keV
Accuracy ± 10% of reading between 10% and 100% of full scale on
any range, exclusive of energy dependence
Typical energy dependence
Specifications for ASM-993 internal pancake detector
Radiation detected Alpha above 3.5 MeV, beta above 35 keV and
gamma above 6 keV
Range Background to 80 mR/hr
Window 15 cm2 (1.75 in Ø) mica, 1.4 to 2.0 mg/cm2
Typical background 30 CPM
Protective screen Stainless steel, hexagonal pattern providing 86%
open area
Accuracy ± 10% of reading between 10% and 100% of full scale on
any range, exclusive of energy dependence (protective cover open)
Typical energy dependence
Efficiency The internal pancake detector efficiency is shown below.
In a recent performance check, the numbers shown represent typical
results obtained:
Optional accessories
Mass Casualty Triage Tags, 500 per case (Model 990-ERT-101)
Barcoded Emergency Response Tags, 1000 per case
(Model 990-ERT-102)
Serial Port IrDA Adapter (Model 990-IR-SER)
Carrying Case (Model 990CC)
Wall Mounting Bracket (Model 990WM)
Universal Probe Holder (Model 990UPH)
Soft-Sided Holster (Model 990SH)
Shoulder Strap Assembly (Model 990SA)
Note: The shoulder strap assembly is only available for the ASM-993
and must be ordered with the instrument and factory installed.
Note: The ASM-990 series, with the customer selected probe is
calibrated to NIST standards. The ASM-990 series with GM probe
standard calibration is in R, Sv, and rems. Scintillation detectors are
calibrated in counts. Radionuclide specifi c effi ciency calibrations are
available upon request. For probe selection and calibration services,
see next page.
Available model(s)
For probe selection and calibration services, see next page.
Victoreen® Geiger-Mueller and Scintillation Probe Selection Guide
Pancake GM Probe
Model 489-110D
• Alpha above 3.5 MeV
• Beta above 35 keV
• Gamma and x-ray > 6 keV
• To 80 mR/hr
(800 μSv/hr)
Energy Compensated
GM Probe Model 90-12
• Beta above 200 keV
• Gamma and x-ray > 12 keV
• Up to 1 R/hr
(10 mSv/hr)
Thin End Window GM Probe Model 489-35
• Alpha above 4 MeV
• Beta above 70 keV
• Gamma and x-ray
> 6 keV
• Up to 80 mR/hr
(800 μSv/hr)
Utility 1 R/hr GM Probe Model 491-40
• Beta above 200 keV
• Gamma and x-ray
> 12 keV
• Up to 1 R/hr
(10 mSv/hr)
Gamma Scintillation Probe
Model 489-50
• Gamma and x-ray > 60 keV
• 1 x 1 in, 1.5 x 1.5 in and 2 x 2 in
NaI (Tl) detectors available
Alpha Scintillation Probe
Model 489-60
• Alpha above 4 MeV
• 1.5 in Ø ZnS (Ag)
Alpha/Beta Scintillation
Probe
Model 425-200
• Alpha above 350 keV
• Beta above 14 keV
• Plastic scintillator
Scintillation Pancake Probe
Model 489-200
• Beta above 100 keV
• Gamma and x-ray > 25 keV
• NaI (Tl) rectangular
Low Energy Gamma
Scintillation Probe
Model 425-110
• Gamma and x-ray > 10 keV
• NaI (Tl) 1 mm thick
100 cm2 Beta/Gamma
Scintillation Probe
Model 190-100BGS
• Beta 90Sr effi ciency 65.0%
• 126 cm2 active area
• Plastic scintillator
• Expert 24 x 7 same day emergency service
• Multi-unit contract pricing available
• Multi-vendor calibration available
• Radionuclide dependent calibrations
Calibration programs
ISO 17025:1999, ANSI Z540, Mammography MQSA, CNSC, NIST
& PTB Traceable
Quality programs
ISO 9001:2000, ISO 13485:1996, FDA/QSR, NRC/Part 50, Appendix B/Part
All purpose GM Pancake Probe alpha, beta, gamma and x-ray radiations
Used in nuclear medicine,
diagnostic x-ray, and geological and environmental surveysIdeal for emergency response
teams
FeaturesHigh detection efficiency
Ergonomic design
Lightweight
Detachable probe cable
BNC or MHV connector
Easy to decontaminate
Introduction
The Victoreen Geiger-Mueller (GM) Pancake
Probe (Model 489- 110D) is a hand-held,
thin-window detector designed for alpha beta,
and gamma radiation measurements. It is
designed for use in conjunction with the Victoreen Models 990, 190, 290, and other standard GM
survey meters, and is configured for operating convenience in table top and floor surveys as well
as surveys of personnel and equipment. For storage and carrying ease, the probe fits into the standard handle clip on a survey meter.
To use the probe, attach the connector to the
probe input on the Survey meter and place
the window in proximity to the surface to be
surveyed. A screen protects the thin mica
window to facilitate rapid frisking of flat surfaces.
The open area of the hexagonal stainless steel
screen is 86%.
The GM probe comes in two configurations:
Model 489-llOD with an ABS plastic
housing, MHV connector, and foam grip, or
Model 489-11OE with a BNC connector.
This selection of connectors provides the ability
to attach the GM probe to most GM survey meters
on the market. Specify model number when
ordering. Replacement foam grip handles are available: Model 489-130-44. This same probe
design is available in a rugged metal housing as Model 489-11OC.
Applications
This all purpose GM Pancake Probe is used in a
wide range of applications where alpha, beta,
gamma and x-ray detection is required. Prime applications for this probe include nuclear medicine counter tops and frisker stations, leakage detection for low energy diagnostic x-ray machines, geological and environmental surveys or any place where there exists the suspicion that some form of radiation is present.
Supertech ®
President: David B. McNitt
V.P. of Marketing: Judy McNitt-Mell
Asst. to the President: Joy E. NystrandAddress:
P.O. Box 186
Elkhart, IN 46515 USA
Sales: 800-654-1054
Phone: 574-264-4310
Fax: 574-264-9551
Email: sales@supertechx-ray.com
Support: support@supertechx-ray.com
