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.
Use AlphaHounds built in timed count feature to take an extended sample. Compatible with all models of AlphaHound. Get reliable and consistent sampling with this handy little adaptation. Comes with one main sample tray and two extras.