9010/9015
TWO GREAT METERS,
SAME GREAT PERFORMANCE

In their basic form, the 9000 series monitors are multipurpose dosemeters. Detector choices cover 0.01 µR - 200 kR, 10 µR/h - 1000 kR/h, over energies of 10 keV - 6 MeV. Their traceable accuracy, wide dynamic range, patented technology and extensive choice of detectors and options make the 9000 series instruments ideal for countless applications: x-ray Service x-ray QA & Compliance x-ray Acceptance Testing Industrial Applications Medical & Health Physics Therapy QA Secondary Standards Nuclear Applications With available options, a 9000 series instrument becomes a multi-purpose tool that simultaneously determines kVp, time and dose with a single exposure. Waveform is available for retrieval.

 

System 2000D Series
( 9010 with 4083 Accu-kV)

(micro-laptop not included)

Typical medical physics applications include: Radiography Fluoroscopy Angiography, Mammography Image Intensifier Pulsed x-ray Cine CT Dental Other applications include: 137Cs 60Co Irradiator measurements Survey meter calibration Industrial x-ray (cables up to three hundred feet) Very low dose rates and very high dose rate applications (up to 107R/hr with special modification)

Automatic corrections and clearly labeled controls are all designed to simplify operation and minimize errors. The end result is a measurement of undisputed accuracy which requires no corrections.

9010

Compatibility with all existing 10X series chambers is insured via the 9060 converter (order the 9010RM-S monitor which includes the 9060). The rugged 20V30 case can house the 9010, three Radcal chambers, a kVp detector, cables, the IR remote, test stand, manual and an HVL kit. Built with the Radcal model 2025 user in mind, the 9010 accepts inputs from all existing 20X5 series sensors via the 90A25 cable adapter (order the 9010M-S along with the 90A25).

9015

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9010 vs. 9015

Although differing in appearance, the 9010 and 9015 are electronically identical. The difference is only in their exterior housing.

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FUNCTIONS

Auto-Zero: When on, this mode provides the user with improved low-level measurements by automatically subtracting background signals.

Dose rate: Threshold-free rate mode. Update period is adjusted automatically for best accuracy.

Max Dose rate: Works like the peak hold function of a digital volt meter. Perfect for setting the maximum rate on a fluoro x-ray machine.

Dose: Threshold-free integrated dose mode. Displays the integrated dose. Updates once per second.

Auto Dose: Threshold triggered exposure mode. Provides hands off operation for reproducibility measurements.

Last Dose: Integrates total dose continuously.

Pulsed (Cine): Displays the reading directly in exposure/frame (0.25-90 f/sec). User selectable delays and averaging periods.

SELF TESTING

Just connect a compatible sensor and turn on. A comprehensive startup test verifies full functionality of the instrument.

DIRECT READING

MULTIFUNCTION

AUTOMATED

SPECIFICATIONS

9010 & 9015
Accuracy:	±4% of reading, ±1 digit, ±2 times resolution
Repeatability:	±1% of reading, ±1 digit, ±2 times resolution
Setup:	Easy to access setup menu allows choice of main-menu functions, selection of radiation units (R, Gy, Sv, C/kg), time units (/sec, /min, /hr), frame (pulse) rates, auto-power off delay (0-99 minutes or disabled). Temperature & Pressure information. Additional set-up items automatically become available when options are installed.
Functions:	Dose, Dose Rate, Max. Rate, Pulsed, Auto Exposure, Last Exposure, Auto-zero, kVp Pulse (opt.), kVp Fluoro (opt.)
Auto Temperature:	Accuracy 2%
Compatibility	Fully compatible with 10X series chambers. 20X series sensors do not support Pulsed, Auto-Dose & Auto-Zero modes
Auto Pressure:	Accuracy 0.2%,+2% of reference pressure - ambient (optional, specify Opt-P)
Analog Capture:	0-5 V, 10 kHz, 12-bit analog to digital signal capture. 100 µsec and 1.25 mV resolution over 1 sec. Playback to analog output. Data available at the RS-232 port or ANALOG OUT. Timing 5 ms to 6.5 sec with 100 µsec resolution with ±0.05% accuracy exclusive of non-invasive detector (optional, specify Opt-C). kV specifications depend on kV sensor.
Infrared remote:	Allows full control from up to 10 m away. Will go through lead glass. (optional, specify Opt-R)

Optional Features

Option-C (Analog Signal Capture)
This option, when used in conjunction with a suitable non-invasive kV sensor and an ionization chamber, turns the 9000 series into multi-function meters that determine kVp, time and dose with a single exposure. The kV waveform is also recorded and may be displayed on an oscilloscope or downloaded to a computer and viewed using 9000 Excel Software Program.

Note: The cost of the kV sensor is exclusive of the cost of the option C. You may purchase a compatible sensor from Radcal; contact us for details.

kVp Pulse: To be used with exposures lasting <6 s such as those encountered in mammography and radiography.

kVp Fluoro: Provides continuous display of the kVp and dose rate with updates occurring at 1-4 sec intervals.

Option-P (Auto-Pressure Compensation)
The barometric pressure compensation circuit provides automatic correction of all ion chamber readings and displays the measured pressure. Perfect for mountainous regions. The automatic pressure compensation may be overridden. Please note, automatic temperature compensation is a standard 9000 series feature.

XLPRO-9040 SOFTWARE PROGRAM
XLPRO-9040 is a Microsoft Excel add-in that provides drop-down menu control of all 9000 series functions and automatic data capture directly into spreadsheets of your own design. Example templates are also provided and they are fully customizable to meet your changing needs. Computer requirements: spare serial port and Microsoft Windows 9x, NT 4.x, 2000, ME or XP and Microsoft Excel 97 or later.

IONIZATION CHAMBERS

All Radcal ion chambers are designed to provide the user with superior energy response characteristics, unparalleled in the industry. The resulting chamber accuracy and consistent reliability are well documented in the technical literature1-5.

The Commission of the European Communities undertook what proved to be the largest, most comprehensive intercomparison of diagnostic dose-meters ever done. Our meters, because of their ease of use and linear energy response, were found to provide the users with consistently good results. Please ask us for your free copy.

CHAMBER SELECTION

CONNECTOR
Contains the chamber factory calibration as well as the chamber volume information for the detector. This provides chamber interchangeability between instruments without re-calibration.

90X FAMILY OF CHAMBERS
Ideal for single detector or existing 90X series based systems. Please contact us.

Click numbers for enlarged product views

CHAMBER 1. 10X5-6 4. 10X5-60 7. 10X5-1800 2. 10X5-6M 5. 10X5-60E 8. 10X5-0.6 3. 10X5-3CT 6. 10X5-180 9. 10X5-0.18 Click on each item listed above and it will link to the proper specifications.

10. DIN 23.04/95.09 The 9060 CONVERTER Radcal radiation monitors use a patented current -to-frequency converter that digitizes the ion chamber output. This provides a wide dynamic range and minimizes noise and stability problems.

 

10X5-180
LEAKAGE AND LOW LEVEL MEASUREMENTS CHAMBER

The 10X5-180 ion chamber is designed for leakage measurements as described in "Regulations for the Administration and Enforcement of The Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968" (HHS Publication FDA 88-8035), and provides the required effective cross-section of 100 cm2.

SPECIFICATIONS

Rate Specifications:	0.1 mR/hr - 1.7 R/hr 1 µGy/hr - 15 Gy/hr
Exposure Specifications:	0.01 µR - 2.3 kR 0.1 nGy - 20 Gy
Calibration Accuracy:	±4% using X-rays @ 150 kVp & 10.2 mm Al HVL
Exposure Rate Dependence	±5%, 20 mR/hr to 2000 R/hr
Energy Dependence:	±5%, 33 keV to 1.33 MeV (with build-up material)
Construction:	Polycarbonate walls and electrode; conducting graphite exterior coating; 180 cm3 active volume; 0.11 kg

10X5-1800
RADIATION PROTECTION CHAMBER

The 10X5-1800 ionization chamber is intended for low-level radiation measurements such as shielding leakage, irradiator and environmental. Unlike typical survey meters, the 10X5-1800 chamber offers improved accuracy over a wider dynamic range.

SPECIFICATIONS

Rate Specifications:	0.01 mR/hr - 65 R/hr 0.1 µGy/hr - 575 mGy/hr
Exposure Specifications:	1 nR - 230 R 0.01 nGy - 2 Gy
Calibration Accuracy:	±4% using X-rays @ 150 kVp & 10.2 mm Al HVL
Exposure Rate Dependence	+0%, -5%, 0.1 mR/hr to 20 R/hr, -10% to 65 R/hr
Energy Dependence:	±5%, 33 keV to 1.33 MeV (with build-up material)
Construction:	Polycarbonate walls and electrode; conducting graphite exterior coating; 1800 cm3 active volume; 0.54 kg

(CTDI) 10X5-3CT
CHAMBER FOR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY DOSE INDEX

When used in conjunction with Radcal's 20CT6 (head phantom) and Radcal's 20CT14 (body phantom) the 10x5-3CT permits evaluation of the radiation output as prescribed by HHS publication FDA 88-8035. It's excellent energy, partial volume response and position uniformity has been well documented 4,5.

SPECIFICATIONS

Rate Specifications:	0.1 mR/min - 1.7 kR/min 1 µGy/min - 15 Gy/min
Exposure Specifications:	1µR - 140 kR 0.01 µGy - 1.2 kGy
Calibration Accuracy:	±4% using X-rays @ 150 kVp and 10.2 mm Al HVL
Exposure Rate Dependence	±2%, 2 mR/s to 40 R/s
Energy Dependence:	±5%, 3 - 20 mm Al HV
Uniformity Along Length & Partial Volume Response	±5%, to within 0.25 cm of chamber ends for a constant volume slice
Construction:	C552 air-equivalent walls and electrode; polyacetal exterior cap; 3 cm3 active volume; 2 m, low-noise triax cable; 0.11 kg

1OX5-0.6
THERAPY QA CHAMBER

This high dose rate chamber provides an excellent response at therapy and other high energy, high dose rate applications. The fully guarded chamber is mounted at the end of a 12 m low noise triax cable.

SPECIFICATIONS

Rate Specifications:	1 mR/min - 8 kR/min 1 µGy/min - 74 Gy/min
Exposure Specifications:	0.01 mR - 700 MR 0.1 µGy - 6 kGy
Calibration Accuracy:	±4% using 60Co
Exposure Rate Dependence	±2%, 0.6 R/min to 6 kR/min
Energy Dependence:	±5%, 40 keV to 1.33 MeV (with build-up cap)
Construction:	C552 air-equivalent material & electrode; polyacetal exterior cap; 0.6 cm3 active volume; 12 m, low-noise triax cable; 0.28 kg

10X5-0.18
HIGH DOSE-RATE CHAMBER

The 10X5-0.18 ion chamber is intended for in-beam measurements of high-intensity gamma radiation. It is suitable for cavity gamma irradiators as well as beam type irradiators. The fully guarded chamber is mounted at the end of a 3 meter, low-noise triax cable.

SPECIFICATIONS

Rate Specifications:	0.1 R/hr - 650 kR/hr 1 mGy/hr - 5.7 kGy/hr
Exposure Specifications:	0.01 mR - 2.3 MR 0.1 µGy - 20 kGy
Calibration Accuracy:	±4% using 60Co
Exposure Rate Dependence	±2%, 10 R/hr to 650 kR/hr
Energy Dependence:	±5%, 45 keV to 1.33 MeV
Construction:	C552 air-equivalent walls & electrode; polyacetal exterior cap; 0.18 cm3 active volume; 3 m, low-noise triax cable; 0.1 kg