Neutron-Lite Spectrometer

$2,495.00

Budget high-sensitivity neutron spectrometer comprising MCA-LITE, 3He detector, and PulseCounter Pro software. Recommended for neutron counting, dosimetry, radiation monitoring, reactor instrumentation, and general research.

Description

NEUTRON-LITE is a budget, high-sensitivity, turn-key 3He neutron spectrometer.

What’s Included

Installation

  1. Connect the detector to the MCA-LITE using the included SHV cable. Use a longer cable if necessary.
  2. Connect the MCA-LITE to a PC via the included USB cable.
  3. Install PicoSDK on your PC.
  4. Run PulseCounter Pro software. The software comes with a default project that includes an optimized preset and a thermal-neutron calibration spectrum for the system. Clone the existing project by clicking the CLONE button and start a new measurement.

Requirements

  • 64-bit Windows PC
  • USB 2.0 port
  • Screen resolution: 1920×1080 or higher
  • For the software UI to display correctly, set the Windows font scaling at 100%.

Moderator

  • To maximize counts when detecting fast neutrons, use a moderator.
  • Use GEANT4 or MCNP to calculate the optimal moderator thickness based on the properties of your neutron source and your environment.

Warranty

  • 1-year parts and labor; buyer pays for shipping.

Additional Information

Additional information

Weight 6 lbs
Dimensions 12 × 12 × 10 in