Density Meter LB 444 SECTION 3. INSTALLATION
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i) S or U-shaped measuring paths must be installed such that the shielding
container with source is on top at the detector at the bottom.
RADIOACTIVE
Figure 14: Installation on S or U-shaped measuring path
j) Temperature insulation consisting of glass or rock wool is NOT suitable, as it
does not ensure safe installation of the measuring system. If temperature in-
sulation at the measuring point is absolutely required,
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it must be made of a hard, non-hygroscopic material, i.e. aluminum sili-
cate
or
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it must not be installed directly on the pipeline, but on separate supports
(see Figure 15).