ORTEC (AMETEK)
ORTEC
MPC-900-DP
Manual single-sample alpha/beta counter with gasless scintillation detector
- Detector type
- Dual-phosphor scintillator (ZnS + plastic), Ø5.1 cm; gasless operation
- Weight
- 40 lb; guard +7 lb; shield +50 lb
15 referenced values
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ASC-950-DP-G
Automatic gasless alpha/beta counter with sample changer
High-speed automatic gross alpha/beta counter with a dual-phosphor scintillator that needs no counting gas. The changer takes 50 samples (100 optional) and reads barcodes; routines and QC charts are programmed in DUO Express and transferred via PIC Link. Radon compensation is available for air filters.
- Detector type
- Dual-phosphor scintillator (ZnS + plastic), Ø5.1 cm; gasless operation1
- Weight
- 50 samples: 49.9 kg; 100 samples: 54.4 kg1
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Specifications checked against the manufacturer’s documents on 2026-10-17
Overview
Key features
- Gasless and lightweight
- Easy window replacement
- Optional lead shielding for lower background
Specifications
The number after each value refers to the source listed below. Values are as published by the manufacturer; the exact configuration is always confirmed in our quotation.
Detector
| Detector type | Dual-phosphor scintillator (ZnS + plastic), Ø5.1 cm; gasless operation1 |
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| Window | Aluminised, 80 µg/cm²; easy to replace1 |
| Sample geometry | Planchets Ø5.1 cm (2 in), 1/8, 1/4 or 5/16 in deep (3.2, 6.3 or 7.9 mm)1 |
Performance
| Typical detection efficiency | Top / 1/8″ / 1/4″ / 5/16″ bottom – optimised for higher-energy betas: ²³⁹Pu 34/30/24/21%, ⁹⁰Sr/Y 45/40/35/34%, ⁹⁹Tc 24/21/19/18%; optimised for lower-energy betas: ²³⁹Pu 35/30/24/22%, ⁹⁰Sr/Y 47/41/36/35%, ⁹⁹Tc 26/24/20/19%1 |
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| Background rate | Warranted alpha/beta (cpm): <0.2/<25 with lead and guard; <0.2/<30 with guard, no lead; <0.2/<55 with lead, no guard; <0.2/<65 with neither1 |
Cooling
| Sample capacity | Automatic changer for 50 samples (100 optional) with barcode reader, sample range 1–9991 |
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Software & data
| Software | DUO Express included; routines and QC charts are programmed on a PC and transferred via PIC Link cable; Vista FC as an option1 |
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Connectivity & interface
| Communication | Data export via USB PIC Link and USB flash drive1 |
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| User interface | Built-in colour touch screen1 |
Power & battery
| Power supply | 110–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz1 |
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Mechanical
| Dimensions | 50 samples: 91.4 × 59.7 × 59.7 cm; 100 samples: 137.2 × 59.7 × 59.7 cm (H × W × D)1 |
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| Weight | 50 samples: 49.9 kg; 100 samples: 54.4 kg1 |
Ordering & accessories
| Options | Lead ring ORT-ASC-950-SHLD (22.7 kg); 100-sample option ORT-ASC-950-OPT-04 (adds about 18 in to height and 10 lb); cart PIC-ACC-021 |
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General
| Count modes | Alpha only; alpha/beta simultaneously; alpha then beta1 |
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The data comes from the manufacturer’s published documents. Manufacturers may change specifications; the current configuration and performance are confirmed in the quotation.
Documents
Sources
The number after each value refers to the source listed below. Values are as published by the manufacturer; the exact configuration is always confirmed in our quotation.
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