MC1K
Detector for the MC1K:
Energy compensated halogen-quenched GM tube no
window.
MC1K Energy Sensitivity:
Detects gamma and x-rays down to 40 keV. Response
is flat from 40 keV up. Normal background,
avg. 4 CPM (counts per minute)
Range Switch for the MC1K:
X1, X10, X100, X1000
Operating Range- MC1K:
X1 position (in .05 increments) 0 to 1 mR/hr or
0 to .01 mSv/hr (milli-Sievert per hour)
X10 position (in .5 increments) 0 to 10 mR/hr or
0 to .1 mSv/hr
X100 position (5) 0 to 100 mR/hr or 0 to 1 mSv/hr
X1000 position (50) 0 to 1000 mR/hr (1R) or 0 to 10 mSv/hr.
COMMON SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE MONITOR 4, MONITOR 4EC, AND MC1K
Accuracy:
Typically ±15% of reading (referenced to Cs-137)
Audio:
Built-in piezoelectric transducer gives audible beep when switch is in the AUDIO position. Can be switched off for silent
operation.
Anti-Saturation:
Meter will hold at full scale in fields as high as 100 times the maximum reading
Operating Voltage :
7-11 Volts DC. High and low voltage is fully regulated
Power Requirements:
One 9 Volt alkaline battery. Battery life is up to 2,000 hours at normal background radiation levels.
Temperature Range:
-20°C to 55°C (-4° F to 131° F)
Weight
M4: 223.9 grams (7.9 oz) without battery
M4EC: 245.7 grams (8.7 oz) without battery
MC1K: 235.7 grams (8.3 oz) without battery
Outputs
1/8 inch headphone jack with 5 volt pulse out.
Size
210 x 70 x 48 mm (8.25 x 2.75 x 1.875 in.)
Includes
1 year limited warranty and carrying case.
Options
USB Output option (DISCONTINUED), Observer Software
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