EASY-MCA 2k/8k multikanalsanalysator

Basic analog MCA

Standalone USB-connected multichannel analyzer for routine pulse and spectrum analysis.

Spectrum channels
2 k model: 512–2,048; 8 k model: 512–8,1921
Weight
0.6 kg net1
Datasheet

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

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Overview

Key features

  • Choose a 2k or 8k channel model.
  • USB 2.0 connection to a computer.
  • Basic analog MCA for routine measurements.

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.

Performance

Dead time per event<2 µs including memory transfer1
Dead-time correctionGedcke-Hale; BUSY and PUR inputs1
Integral nonlinearity≤±0.025% over top 99% of dynamic range1

Electronics & signal

Spectrum channels2 k model: 512–2,048; 8 k model: 512–8,1921
Input signalPositive analogue pulses, 0 to +10 V, from a shaping amplifier1
Gate inputTTL; coincidence, anti-coincidence or off1

Connectivity & interface

CommunicationUSB 2.0, up to 480 Mbit/s1

Power & battery

Power supply+12 V, 0.4 A; included mains supply1

Mechanical

Weight0.6 kg net1
Dimensions34.9 × 134 × 205 mm (H × W × D), including BNC1

Environment & ratings

Operating temperature0 to +50 °C1

Ordering & accessories

Included softwareMAESTRO1

The data comes from the manufacturer’s published documents. Manufacturers may change specifications; the current configuration and performance are confirmed in the quotation.

Models

2 models in the series. Filter or scroll the table to compare.

2 / 2
ModelSpectrum channels2
EASY-MCA-2K2,048 channels, switchable to 1,024 or 512
EASY-MCA-8K8,192 channels, switchable to 4,096, 2,048, 1,024 or 512

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)Product page Introduction; Specifications tab – Performance; Specifications tab – Performance, ADC; Specifications tab – Inputs and Outputs; More Information … Checked 2026-10-16
  2. 2
    Publisher: ORTEC (AMETEK)Brochure p. 1, intro text Checked 2026-10-16
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Compatible detectors
SMART-1 HPGe detectors; other detectors via a Detector Interface Module (DIM)
Spectrum channels
512–16 k
1 model
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928 EASY-NIM

NIM mca, counter and timer

Spectrum channels
512–16,384, software selectable
Weight
0.9 kg net
3 models
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DSPEC 50/50A & 502/502A

Digital gamma spectrometer / MCA

Spectrum channels
50/502: 512–16 k; 50A/502A: 256–64 k
Weight
DSPEC 50: 11 kg; DSPEC 502: 11.7 kg
4 models
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IDM-200-V

Interchangeable HPGe detector module for measurement systems

Relative efficiency
>50% typical (ANSI/IEEE 325-1996)
Energy resolution at 122 keV
≤1400 eV FWHM (warranted at optimum settings)
Energy resolution at 1.33 MeV
≤2.3 keV FWHM at 1,332 keV (warranted at optimum settings)
24 referenced values
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