RAM ION Portable Ion Chamber

RAM ION Portable Ion Chamber

Compact, Lightweight, Easy-to-Use

The RAM ION is a battery operated, auto ranging, portable ion chamber survey meter designed for highly stable and accurate measurement of dose rates and integrated dose of gamma, x-ray and beta radiation. It combines an ionization chamber vented to atmospheric pressure, and a micro-controller to offer optimal performances and special features. The meter covers a measuring range of 1 μSv/h - 500 mSv/h (0.1 mR/h to 50 R/h ) in the dose rate mode, and 0.01 μSv -10 Sv (1uR to 999 R ) in the integrated dose mode. The auto ranging meter utilizes a combination display consisting of a smoothed digital readout for minimum fluctuation and a two decade analog bar graph for fast response. 

The RAM ION provides a very straightforward, fast and reliable method of collecting and storing monitoring data on site for later use. The RAM ION can read bar code labels that identify measurement’s location. The measurement's data combined with their locations, data and time are stored in a built-in memory. The stored data records can be downloaded by the RMV (Rotem Meter View) software package.

 

Applications

  • Nuclear power plants
  • Nuclear medicine
  • Radiography and radiotherapy facilities
  • Life science laboratories
  • Nuclear research centers
  • Other industrial applications

Features

  • NDT Safety providing accurate readings from 5 picosecond X-ray pulses
  • New USB connector providing both power and communication capabilities
  • Wide measuring range of 1 μSv/hr. to 500 mSv/hr. (0.1 mR/hr. to 50 R/hr.)
  • Built-in memory to store data
  • Compact, lightweight and easy-to-use, one handed operation
  • Dose rate and accumulated dose measurement
  • Illuminated display
  • Freeze mode to record to highest dose
  • User programmable dose rate and accumulated dose alarms
  • Remote PC communication
  • Hot Spot detection

Technical Specifications

RAM ION Specifications

Measuring Range 1 μSv/hr to 500 mSv/hr (0.1 mR/hr to 50 R/hr)
Display Range 0.1 μSv/hr to 500 mSv/hr (0.01 mR/hr to 50 R/hr)
Accuracy ±10% of reading, within the measuring range
Gamma Energy Dependence Better than ±20 % at 20 keV to 1.3 MeV (Cs-137)
Beta Energy Dependence Better that ± 20% from 200keV
Angular Dependence Less than ±5 % (for ±120° of front direction)
Ion Chamber Volume 500 cc
Chamber Wall & Cover Thickness 300 mg/cm2
End Window Thickness Double layer of Mica 3.1 mg/cm2
Response Time 2 sec. for readings above 1 mR/h
Capable of measuring X-ray pulses from 5 picoseconds
Data Logging 380 data records (1415 with extended memory)
Display DigiLog (3 digits and 2 decades of analog bar graph)
Power Source USB Mini Cable or Two 1.5 Volt C-type cells
100 hours of continuous operation
Automatic battery check
Temperature Range Operation: 15°F to 122°F (-10°C to +50°C)
Storage: -5°F to 140°F (-20°C to + 60°C) 
Humidity Range Up to 95% RH (non condensing)
Casing Material High Impact Splash Proof ABS
Dimensions (WxLxH) 3.9" x 9.8" x 7.5" (10 x 25 x 19 cm)
Weight 2.4 lbs. (1100 g)

Ordering Information

Available Models

  • BAK-2000 RAM ION DIGILOG X HR (0.0) - uSv/h Radiation Detection Survey Meter
  • BAK-2005 RAM ION DIGILOG X HR (0.00) - mR/h Radiation Detection Survey Meter
  • BAK-2010 RAM ION DIGILOG X LR (0) - µSv/h Radiation Detection Survey Meter
  • BAK-1990 RAM ION DIGILOG X LR (0.0) - mR/h Radiation Detection Survey Meter

 

  • HR - High resolution - 1 or 2 decimal digits (depending on units of measurement)
  • LR - Low Resolution -  no or 1 decimal digit (Depending on units..)
  • X -  Used to measure pulsed X-rays. Instrument powers up in Dose Mode.

Product Literature

Description Part # Saved Price Select Option Add to
RAM ION DIGILOG X HR (0.0) uSv/h Survey Meter RS-RTU-BAK-2000 $5,195.00
RAM ION DIGILOG X HR (0.00) - mR/h Survey Meter RS-RTU-BAK-2005 $5,195.00
RAM ION DIGILOG X LR (0) - uSv/h Survey Meter RS-RTU-BAK-2010 $5,195.00
RAM ION DIGILOG X LR (0.0) - mR/h Survey Meter RS-RTU-BAK-1990 $5,195.00
Cable Assembly Communication Instrument to PC (RS-232) RS-RTU-BAK-0970 Request Pricing
RAM ION Barrel Sleeve (Tissue Equivalent) RS-RTU-BAK-3140 Request Pricing
Kit, RAM ION & DIGILOG WRM2 With Firmware RS-RTU-BAK-2320 Request Pricing
Plastic Suitcase for RAM ION RS-RTU-BAK-1385 Request Pricing