IEEE N42.34
Hand-held Instruments for the Detection and Identification of Radionuclides
| Organization: | IEEE |
| Publication Date: | 23 December 2003 |
| Status: | inactive |
| Page Count: | 47 |
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Foreword
This standard describes the performance requirements for hand-held radionuclide identifying instruments. The requirements stated are based on instruments used in support of efforts associated with the Department of Homeland Security.
Scope
This standard specifies general requirements and test procedures, radiation response requirements, and electrical, mechanical, and environmental requirements. Successful completion of the tests described in this standard should not be construed as an ability to successfully identify all isotopes in all environments.
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