MPC-1000

Features

• Manual Single Sample Changer
• 2 in. (5.1 cm) Standard Planchet Diameter
• Windowless or Windowed Hemispherical Gas Flow Detector
• Cosmic Guard Detector
• Counting Gas Loss Detection
• Low Background Counter
• Touch Screen Interface
• Gas Conservation

Overview

The MPC-1000-GFW and MPC-100-GFL single detector manual counters are the most versatile, high-performance, low background counters available. These counters provide new labs a cost effective entry into low background alpha/beta counting until sample volumes grow larger and justify either multi-detector systems or automatic counters. The MPC-100-GFL with a windowless gas flow detector delivers higher efficiencies for projects involving alpha emitters and higher activity low-energy beta emitters. Each counter has the ability to program routines and QC charts on a PC running the included DUO Express software, then transfer the routines to the instrument using a direct-connect PIC Link cable.

MPC-1000-GFW Part Number: 105-1000-W
MPC-1000-GFL Part Number: 105-1000-WL

• Specifications
• Software
• Options & Accessories
• Downloads
• Spare Parts

• Specifications
• Software
• Options & Accessories
• Downloads
• Spare Parts

Specifications

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Physical

Sample Detector	2.25 in. (5.7 cm) diameter, hemispherical style gas flow proportional
Window	MPC-1000-GFW: Aluminized, 80 µg/cm2 MPC-1000-GFL: Windowless
Guard Detector	1 large area gas flow proportional
Counting Gas	MPC-1000-GFW: P-10, 60 cc/min at 10 psi MPC-1000-GFL: P-10, 150 cc/min at 10 psi
Gas-PRO™	Fail-safe P-10 monitoring system senses breaches in gas flow
Shielding	4 in. (10.2 cm) thick lead
Sample Size	2 in. (5.1 cm) diameter planchets, 1/8, 1/4, 5/16 in. (3.2, 6.3, 7.9 mm) deep
Count Modes	Alpha only, Beta only, Alpha/Beta simultaneously
Interface	Touch screen
Data Export	RS-232, USB
Power	117 Vac, < 2.0 A, 50/60 Hz 230 Vac, < 1.0 A, 50/60 Hz
Environment	10 - 40 °C (50 - 104 °F) 20% - 90% humidity, non-condensing
Size (W x D)	23 x 24 in. (58.4 x 61 cm)
Weight	380 lb (172 kg)

Performance

Typical Background

Alpha	0.05 cpm (warranted 0.1 cpm)
Beta	0.7 cpm (warranted 0.9 cpm

Typical Efficiency

	MPC-1000-GFW (windowed)	MPC-1000-GFL (windowless)
210Po	40%	45%
241Am	40%	45%
230Th	40%	45%
90Sr/90Y	55%	55%
99Tc	35%	45%
137Cs	40%	45%

Crosstalk

Alpha-Beta	< 0.1%
Beta-Alpha	< 0.1%

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Software

Compatible Protean Application Software Packages

• Vista 2000 Radiochemistry Applications Software
• DUO Express Software (for use when operating in the Color Touch Screen Interface Mode)

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Options & Accessories

Options

• Service Contract
• Installation
• Computer System
• Extended Warranty

Accessories

Description	Part Number
Mobile Cart	120-0011
Steel Carrier - set of 10 - size 1/8 in., 1/4 in., or 5/16 in.	140-0115SS
Planchet, 2 in. x 1/8 in., set of 100	700-0007
Planchet, 2 in. x 1/4 in., set of 100	700-0008
Planchet, 2 in. x 5/16 in., set of 100	700-0009

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Downloads

• Data Sheet

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Spare Parts

Description	Part Number
Low Voltage Power Supply	110-0015
2.25 in. Windowless Hemispherical Detector Assembly	110-1001
2.25 in. Windowed Hemispherical Detector Assembly	110-1010
7.5 in. Cosmic Guard Detector	110-1002
CPU	110-1044-1
High Voltage Power Supply	110-1047-1
Powered Patton Box RS485 Converter	110-1069
Gas Flow Sensor Assembly	110-1074
Gas Dual Amp	110-1077
PIC Link Cable	11M-0014
2.25 in. Anode Assembly	120-0006
Windowless Seal Kit	120-0007
2.25 in. Window	120-0008
Gas Regulator Assembly	120-0025
Window Gasket, Set of 3	120-0037
Windowless Gasket, Set of 3	120-0038
Touch Screen	245-0003
RS232 Cable, 15 ft.	6XXX-0008

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