AlphaHound AB+
Detect Alpha and Beta with Complete Separation
Now with buttons and sound! The AlphaHound AB+ is an alpha/beta scintillation detector with a patent pending compact design. Rugged, reliable, and repairable, the AlphaHound is built for every day use. The AlphaHound AB+ provides sophisticated Alpha/Beta separation with multiple display modes to best visualize the particles being detected. Modes include Alpha/Beta separation screen, finder mode, power saving mode, and basic alpha/beta spectroscopy. Ships with the AlphaHound, a wristband of your choice, and a USB type C cable for charging.
Sensitivity that fits in your pocket.
Take the Guesswork Out of Alpha Beta Detection.
Contamination screening for every day users.
Designed to fit in your palm: a patent-pending light tight enclosure safely secured in an all metal chassis.
Compact
Sensitive
1.72 in² open detection area. Confidently scan for alpha contamination to provide you peace of mind.
Repairable
Designed to allow the user to fix the device using drop-in replacement parts.
Reliable
Equipped with internal system checks to ensure your device is functioning when you need it.
How does AB+ stack up?
Compare the AB+ to the AB+G and the AB Lite to determine which AlphaHound is right for you.
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Detects alpha & beta radiation with advanced separation between them.
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Alpha - ZnS(Ag)
Beta - EJ444 or Equivalent
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Pu239 : 18%
Cl36 : 19%
Tc99 : 3%
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Alpha to Beta: < 5%
Beta to Alpha: < 0.001% @ < 20,000 CPS(1.2MCPM)
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mono-tone clicks to indicate a hit has occurred.
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0 to 6,000,000 CPM | >12.0MCPM Over Range (Beta)
0 to 1.2 MCPM | >3 MCPM Over Range (Alpha)
0 to 20,000 CPS | >50,000 CPS Over Range (Alpha)
0 to 100,000 CPS | >200,000 CPS Over Range (Beta)
-20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F)
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CPM
CPS
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<50 KeV @ 25°C
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Mode 1 : Rolling Graph
Mode 2 : Low Power Sparkles
Mode 3 : Average Counts
Mode 4 : AB Split Sparkles
Mode 5 : Basic AB 2D spectroscopy
Mode 6: Basic AB 3D spectroscopy
Mode 7 : Radon Approximation
Mode 8 : Analog Gauge
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Lithium, Rechargeable 350mAh
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3-20hrs (Depending on display mode)
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1.5hr
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Digital 128X128 OLED
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User-updatable over USB C port with windows PC through AlphaHoundUpdater Software
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Metal Chassis
Removable SLS Nylon Dust Cover
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AlphaHound
Boot Dust Cover/Alpha Shield
Wrist Strap
USB Type A to C Charging Cable
User Manual
AB+ Specs
Helpful Links
Basic components needed to repair the most common fix the AlphaHound may need. Due to the nature of the aluminized mylar, it may perforate or tear causing a light leak. This kit includes:
3 Mylar Cards (two for use and an extra for backup)
1 New Gasket (to replace the previous compressed gasket)
1 Hex Key to remove the screws
Extras
Replacements, goodies, and gadgets to boost your detection toolkit.
Detect from a distance! This specialized boot allows you to attach your AlphaHound to any standard sized extension pole while keeping the back open for alpha/beta detection. Fits every model of AlphaHound. Telescoping pole optional add-on.
Compatible with all models of AlphaHound. Specialized boot designed to test samples at a known distance from the AlphaHound! Get reliable and consistent sampling with this handy little adaptation. Comes with one main sample tray and two extras.