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While all of our products have complete assembly instructions, there are some issues that come up repeatedly that need further clarification. Your inquiries and suggestion will make this list more supportive. What do you need to know?
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the specs for the Digital Geiger Counter ( 10-710 )?
Detector - Halogen quenched stainless steel Geiger Mueller tube.
Display - Three digital LED, holds count over 7.5 second or 60-second interval.
Sensitivity - Gamma (cesium 137) 18. counts/second/mR/hr.
emitted from carbon 14 isotope.
Alpha, will detect particles with energy levels above 2 Mev
Range - 0 – 8 mR/hr
Accuracy - + 15%
Power Sources - 115v AC (with AC adaptor) or 4 – 1.5v AA alkaline batteries
Warning - SENSOR FACE IS DELICATE – DO NOT TOUCH
What is the filtration size of the Air Sampler filter (15000)?
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What is the life of the radioactive source for the Cloud Chamber ( 16760 )?
The radioactive source has a half life of 24.6 years.
The radio active source contains both alpha and beta particles.
Please note that the radioactive source ships from another location.
What is the recommended heat source for a Hero's Engine ( 32430 )?
Recommended heat source is a Bunsen Burner or butane torch (Do not touch flame directly to product).
What size are the beads in product ( 10-102 )?
Size – Beads are approximately 1mm in size and are sized by screening so they are not uniform.
What sort of alcohol is used with the Cloud Chamber ( 16760 )?
The Cloud Chamber uses either Ethyl or Methyl denatured alcohol. Common rubbing alcohol has too much water content and will freeze.
