TROXLER 3880 User Manual
MODEL 3880 LEAK TEST KIT
for
Sealed Radioactive Sources
INTRODUCTION
MODEL 3880 LEAK TEST KIT
for
Sealed Radioactive Sources
INTRODUCTION
MODEL 3880 LEAK TEST KIT
for
Sealed Radioactive Sources
INTRODUCTION
The Troxler Model 3880 Leak Test Kit is
designed for performing wipe tests of radioactive
sealed sources or devices. The kit contains
materials to perform four tests.
To purchase additional kits, order Troxler part
number 102876.0005. The price of the leak test kit
includes sample analysis and reporting.
Troxler is authorized to perform leak test sample
analysis under North Carolina license number
032-0182-1.
SAFETY
Always follow good radiation safety practices
when working around or handling radioactive
sources to keep your radiation exposure ALARA
(as low as reasonably achievable).
♦ Do not touch a bare radioactive source directly
♦ Perform the leak test of sources or devices as
with your hands as this could result in a high
radiation exposure.
quickly as practical to limit the exposure rate.
The Troxler Model 3880 Leak Test Kit is
designed for performing wipe tests of radioactive
sealed sources or devices. The kit contains
materials to perform four tests.
To purchase additional kits, order Troxler part
number 102876.0005. The price of the leak test kit
includes sample analysis and reporting.
Troxler is authorized to perform leak test sample
analysis under North Carolina license number
032-0182-1.
SAFETY
Always follow good radiation safety practices
when working around or handling radioactive
sources to keep your radiation exposure ALARA
(as low as reasonably achievable).
♦ Do not touch a bare radioactive source directly
♦ Perform the leak test of sources or devices as
with your hands as this could result in a high
radiation exposure.
quickly as practical to limit the exposure rate.
The Troxler Model 3880 Leak Test Kit is
designed for performing wipe tests of radioactive
sealed sources or devices. The kit contains
materials to perform four tests.
To purchase additional kits, order Troxler part
number 102876.0005. The price of the leak test kit
includes sample analysis and reporting.
Troxler is authorized to perform leak test sample
analysis under North Carolina license number
032-0182-1.
SAFETY
Always follow good radiation safety practices
when working around or handling radioactive
sources to keep your radiation exposure ALARA
(as low as reasonably achievable).
♦ Do not touch a bare radioactive source directly
♦ Perform the leak test of sources or devices as
with your hands as this could result in a high
radiation exposure.
quickly as practical to limit the exposure rate.
Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.
3008 Cornwallis Road • P.O. Box 12057
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Phone: 1.877.TROXLER
Outside the U.S.A.: +1.919.549.8661
Fax: +1.919.549.0761
www.troxlerlabs.com
Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.
3008 Cornwallis Road • P.O. Box 12057
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Phone: 1.877.TROXLER
Outside the U.S.A.: +1.919.549.8661
Fax: +1.919.549.0761
www.troxlerlabs.com
Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.
3008 Cornwallis Road • P.O. Box 12057
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Phone: 1.877.TROXLER
Outside the U.S.A.: +1.919.549.8661
Fax: +1.919.549.0761
www.troxlerlabs.com
LEAK TEST PROCEDURE
1. Record the sample information on the front of
the folder containing the cloth patch. Please
write legibly.
2. Open the folder exposing the cloth patch.
NOTE
Do not remove the patch from the paper.
3. Holding the folder with your fingers or tongs,
wipe the cloth patch on the surfaces of the
device or device holder that are nearest to the
source. Refer to the device user’s manual for
the recommended wipe locations.
4. Close the folder with the cloth patch and place
it in the zip-lock plastic bag.
5. Fill out the leak test sample form in full.
Please write legibly using a ball point pen.
Retain the customer copy for your records.
6. Place the leak test form and sample in the
envelope provided and mail to Troxler.
ANALYSIS OF SAMPLES
Troxler will process your leak test samples
promptly upon receipt (usually within one business
day) and mail you the test results.
If the analysis indicates radioactivity amounts
greater than 0.005 μCi (200 Bq), we will notify
you immediately by phone. You should
immediately cease using the source or device and
notify your radioactive material licensing agency.
PN 102869
March 2009
Edition 10.0
LEAK TEST PROCEDURE
1. Record the sample information on the front of
the folder containing the cloth patch. Please
write legibly.
2. Open the folder exposing the cloth patch.
NOTE
Do not remove the patch from the paper.
3. Holding the folder with your fingers or tongs,
wipe the cloth patch on the surfaces of the
device or device holder that are nearest to the
source. Refer to the device user’s manual for
the recommended wipe locations.
4. Close the folder with the cloth patch and place
it in the zip-lock plastic bag.
5. Fill out the leak test sample form in full.
Please write legibly using a ball point pen.
Retain the customer copy for your records.
6. Place the leak test form and sample in the
envelope provided and mail to Troxler.
ANALYSIS OF SAMPLES
Troxler will process your leak test samples
promptly upon receipt (usually within one business
day) and mail you the test results.
If the analysis indicates radioactivity amounts
greater than 0.005 μCi (200 Bq), we will notify
you immediately by phone. You should
immediately cease using the source or device and
notify your radioactive material licensing agency.
PN 102869
March 2009
Edition 10.0
LEAK TEST PROCEDURE
1. Record the sample information on the front of
the folder containing the cloth patch. Please
write legibly.
2. Open the folder exposing the cloth patch.
NOTE
Do not remove the patch from the paper.
3. Holding the folder with your fingers or tongs,
wipe the cloth patch on the surfaces of the
device or device holder that are nearest to the
source. Refer to the device user’s manual for
the recommended wipe locations.
4. Close the folder with the cloth patch and place
it in the zip-lock plastic bag.
5. Fill out the leak test sample form in full.
Please write legibly using a ball point pen.
Retain the customer copy for your records.
6. Place the leak test form and sample in the
envelope provided and mail to Troxler.
ANALYSIS OF SAMPLES
Troxler will process your leak test samples
promptly upon receipt (usually within one business
day) and mail you the test results.
If the analysis indicates radioactivity amounts
greater than 0.005 μCi (200 Bq), we will notify
you immediately by phone. You should
immediately cease using the source or device and
notify your radioactive material licensing agency.
PN 102869
March 2009
Edition 10.0
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