Hidex 300 SL

Compact triple-to-double coincidence ratio (TDCR) liquid scintillation counter featuring triple photomultiplier tube (PMT) technology. Supports luminescence-free and absolute activity counting. Designed for routine beta-emitter monitoring and low-level environmental applications.

• Status: Active
• Country: Finland
• Isotopic: Yes
• Type of measurable elements: Radioactive isotopes
• Measurable isotopes/elements: ³H, ¹⁴C, ⁹⁰Sr/⁹⁰Y, ²²²Rn, ²²⁶Ra, and gross alpha/beta
• Sensitivity : Alpha-beta separation with 3D graphical calibration
• Background : ³H in water: 12 CPM; alpha (separation enabled): <0.3 CPM
• Detection type : Photomultiplier-based coincidence detection
• Energy range : Beta: typical low-energy beta emitters (e.g., ³H, ¹⁴C)
• Efficiency normal count Mode : ³H: >70%, ¹⁴C: >96% for unquenched samples
• Figure of Merit (FOM (E2/B) : ³H in water > 220 with optimized settings
• Observed performance : Luminescence-free counting; absolute activity determination without external standards
• Alpha/beta separation : Yes, using advanced 3D spectrum analysis
• Sample capacity: 40 × 20 mL vials; 96 × 7 or 5 mL vials
• Gas supply: None required
• Power Requirements and Consumption : Standard AC supply; compatible with external cooling unit for temperature control
• Environmental requirements : Room temperature operation, ±2°C recommended
• Dimensions and Weight: 52 cm W × 68 cm H × 63 cm D; Weight: 125 kg