Vega FIBERTRAC 31 User Manual

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3 Product description
FIBERTRAC 31 • Probus PA
43833-EN-170126
3.5 Corresponding source container
A radioactive isotope in a suitable source holder is the prerequisite for
a radiation-based measurement setup.
The handling of radioactive substances is regulated by law. The radia-
tion protection rules of the country in which the system is operated
apply rst and foremost.
In Germany, for example, the current radiation protection ordinance
(StrlSchV) based on the Atomic Energy Law (AtG) applies.
The following points are important for measurement with radiation-
based methods:
A handling permit is required for operation of a system using gamma
rays. This permit is issued by the respective government oce or the
responsible authority (in Germany, for example, oces for environ-
mental protection, trade supervisory boards, etc.)
You can nd further instructions in the operating instructions manual
of the source container.
When handling radioactive sources, unnecessary radiation exposure
must be avoided. An unavoidable radiation exposure must be kept as
low as possible. Take note of the following three important measures:
1 2 3
Fig. 2: Measures for protection against radioactive radiation
1 Shielding
2 Time
3 Distance
Shielding: Provide good shielding between the source and your-
self as well as all other persons. Special source containers (e.g.
VEGASOURCE) as well as all materials with high density (e.g. lead,
iron, concrete, etc.) provide eective shielding.
Time: Stay as short a time as possible in radiation exposed areas.
Distance: Your distance to the source should be as large as possible.
The local dose rate of the radiation decreases in proportion to the
square of the distance to the radiation source.
The plant operator must appoint a radiation safety ocer with the
necessary expert knowledge. He is responsible for ensuring that the
radiation protection ordinance is complied with and for implementing
all radiation protection measures.
Handling permit
Gener
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adiation protection
Radiationsafetyocer

Vega FIBERTRAC 31 Specifications

General

Brand	Vega
Model	FIBERTRAC 31
Category	Accessories
Language	English