HWM-550S
Free Release Monitor
Features
- Reduced Dead Zones: > 75% Coverage (inner chamber to detector size)
- Intuitive Operating Software that is Easy to Use
- High Throughput at Small Footprint
- Loading by Drawer System for Barrel Intake
- Export of Measurement and Parameter Data in XML Format via USB
- Energy Filter Settings to Optimize Discrimination of Background Radiation
- Integrated Small UPS for Several Minutes, Further on Option
- Ergonomically Positioned Touch Operated Display
- Access to Historical Measurement Data via Integrated Database
Free Release Monitor for the Automated Gamma Detection of Barrels
The HWM-550S is Ludlum's manual loading, medium sized clearance monitor of the HWM Series, with 550 L (19.4 ft3) volume and for up to 600 kg (1,320 lb) of material in one measurement. Specially designed for manual barrel intake.
The standard unit is equipped with the following features:
- 10 gamma plastic detectors for a complete 4π coverage
- 50 mm (2 in.) lead shielding, 75 mm (3 in.) optional
- Built-in weigh scale for up to 600 kg (1,320 lb)
- Manual door and drawer system
- Door lock
- Forklift pockets
- Powder-coated steel frame with easy to clean stainless steel lining inside and outside
- Desk operation with 17 in. touch-screen display at the unit
- Fully automated measuring process with user guidance
- Nuclide composition suggestion from detector-pulse-analysis, multi-channel energy analysis
- Comes with energy and geometry calibration
- Network capability for remote monitoring and supervision
The HWM-550S provides fast and reliable detection of gamma radiation. Equipped with the latest measuring electronics and a built-in maintenance module, it allows optimization of the system to ensure consistent peak performance.
Specifications
| Standards | Built according to: CE, CSA / UL or EMC, ISO11929 |
|---|---|
| Detectors | 10x gamma plastic detectors Detector Volume: ∼160 L (5.65 ft3) |
| User Software | Intuitive operator software with touch-screen display, fully automated measurement process with user guidance, indications of results and measurement material position on the display. Web based for remote access. |
| Electronics | Status lights on the display Integrated audio in the cabinet Integrated industrial PC Interface to external units |
| Housing | Steel frame with stainless steel lining Front door with special hinge and handle Manual drawer system for barrel intake |
| Ext. Dimensions (H x W x D) |
2,160 x 1,274x 1,138 mm (85 x 50.2 x 44.8) (width, plus display) |
| Chamber Volume (H x W x D) |
1,100 x 700 x 700 mm (43.3 x 27.6 x 27.6 in.) 539 L (19 ft3) |
| Shielding | Standard: 50 mm (2 in.) lead Option: 75 mm (3 in.) lead |
| Sensors | 1 door sensor open/close, integrated weigh scale |
| Weight | Standard: ca. 5,000 kg (11,020 lb) With 75 mm Lead: 7,200 kg (15,870 lb) |
| Power Supply | 230V / 16A / N / PE or 110V; internal 24V Integrated UPS for controllers and PC |