digiBASE

MCA and PMT base for nai(tl)

A compact PMT base for gamma spectroscopy with NaI(Tl) detectors. The USB-connected unit combines a preamplifier, detector bias supply and digital MCA.

Detector type
NaI(Tl) scintillation detectors1
Spectrum channels
1,0241
Weight
280 g, digiBASE only1
Datasheet

Specifications checked against the manufacturer’s documents on 2026-10-16

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Overview

Key features

  • Integrated gain stabilization and digital MCA.
  • MAESTRO software included.
  • USB connection without an internal interface card or external NIM electronics.

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 typeNaI(Tl) scintillation detectors1

Electronics & signal

Spectrum channels1,0241
Detector bias0 to +1,200 V DC, 1.25 V steps1

Connectivity & interface

CommunicationUSB 1.1, 12 Mbit/s1

Power & battery

Power supply<500 mA via USB cable1

Mechanical

DimensionsØ63.8 × 80 mm1
Weight280 g, digiBASE only1

Environment & ratings

Operating temperature−10 to +50 °C; at least 0 °C at startup1

General

PMT base14-pin PMT base1
Acquisition modesHistogram and list mode1
List-mode timestamp1 µs time resolution1
Spectrum stabilizationBuilt-in gain and offset stabilization using reference peak1

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.

  1. 1
    Publisher: ORTEC (AMETEK)Datasheet p. 2, introduction; p. 3, Specifications – Performance; p. 4, Specifications; p. 4, Electrical, Mechanical and Environmental … Checked 2026-10-16
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Spectrum channels
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Weight
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Spectrum channels
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Weight
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