Flexible, Advanced Tritium Detection Technology

The Process Tritium Sensor (PTS) is a tritium detection system that includes two completely independent ionization detectors that can be readily incorporated in a tritium process loop.

• 1 µ Ci/m³ detection limit (response time < 10 sec)
• Detector is bakeable to 450^oC
• Wetted surfaces of detector are mirror-finished stainless steel and high purity ceramics only
• Detector can operate continuously at 200^oC (80^oC standard)
• Heated detector can operate at relative humidity approaching 100%
• Linear response for flow rates of up to 1 l/s and concentrations of 1 Ci/m³
• Monitors characterized for flow rates of up to 2 l/s and 50 Ci/m³
• Controller/display can be mounted up to 30 m away from detector
• System can be operated as a stand-alone unit or under computer control
• Bi-directional digital and analogue output
• Windows™–based software for data acquisition and data review
• Detection volume ranging from 1 to 0.20 litre

System description

The inline, bakeable, Process Tritium Sensor (PTS) consists of two ionization detectors, two pre-amplifiers, two cables, and a single dual-display controller. Each detector is controlled independently. The PTS can be operated with a single detector. It can be used for real-time area monitoring, ventilation stack emissions monitoring, online process tritium monitoring, glovebox monitoring and, for process control and alarms.

The ionization detectors are constructed of 316 stainless steel and high purity alumina. They are bakeable to 450^oC and can be operated continuously at 200^oC. Parallel plate precipitator geometry optimizes removal of ion pairs and minimizes the overall size of the monitors. The internal surfaces are a diamond-polished mirror finish to minimize tritium retention and facilitate decontamination. The detectors can be incorporated in process or experimental applications without the use of slipstreams. Conflat^®, VCR-8^®, KF^® fittings are available.

For more information, contact

Armando Antoniazzi 416.207.6000 x6680 armando.antoniazzi@kinectrics.com