Radiation can be ionizing and non-ionizing. You can check these two on the electromagnetic spectrum. However, most of the time, people refer the ionizing radiation as just radiation.
The ionizing radiation can be detected, measured, and monitored with a Geiger counter, Dosimeter, scintillator, etc. This type of radiation can endanger our bodies due to its ionizing capability. Prolonged exposure can cause death.
On the other hand, non-ionizing radiation can be detected and measured with instruments such as EMF meter, RF meter, 5G Radiation Meter, Gauss meter, etc. This type of radiation is still debatable in its capability to harm our bodies. But, an authority has set the limit exposure of this radiation to a certain number both for civil and workers.
So far, the Geiger counter is the best radiation monitor option for personal use. It’s compact, relatively affordable, and widely available device on the market. Not only does it measure the radiation particles around us but also monitors the dose rate (dosimeter). You can also make your own Gieger counter because the tube is also … Read more
Geiger counter is quite easy to handle and only needs related technical knowledge about the type, nature, energy level of radiation, and how to safely measure the specific type of radiation coming from a radioactive source. To accurately measure radiation, you need to know how to read the Geiger counter for any radiation type. How … Read more
The Geiger counter is not the only instrument to measure radiation. There are several instruments that you may want to search further. Even, they may be more accurate than a Geiger counter. In this post, we are showing 8 models of instruments to measure ionizing radiation. 1. Geiger Counter Developed in 1928, the Geiger counter … Read more
You may have just purchased an emf meter from an unreputable brand and wondering how it is actually giving you the correct readings. If this is your case, the answer is you have to run a calibration. However, EMF meter calibration can cost you not a little amount of money. You have to send them … Read more
Electromagnetic field meters, often known as EMF meters, are commonly used in businesses and residences to monitor non-ionizing radiation. An EMF meter is able to measure electric field, magnetic field, and radiofrequency field. On the other hand, there is another device to measure only the magnetic field which is the Gauss magnetometer or Gauss meter. … Read more
Radiologists, radiography machine operators, nuclear power plant engineers, and even you are objects to get radiation exposure. You must keep yourself below the safe level of exposure. But, what if you cannot avoid such a case? Is there a way to reduce or even block all the radiation? Yap, you can block them but not … Read more
An EMF detector is one of the essential testing instruments for an engineer or a technician. These testing devices are often integrated into a multimeter, but do not provide a detailed analysis, and that’s where a full standalone EMF detector comes into play. The detector can measure the presence as well as the strength of … Read more
One of the instruments to measure ionizing radiation is a Geiger counter. As we know that this model makes use of a Geiger tube to measure the particles hitting the tube. The question is how good or how accurate it is to measure the radiation so that you can rely on it. Make sure that … Read more
Dosimeters measure radiation exposure and warn the person if the dosage exceeds safe levels. These devices are worn by radiation emergency and traditional radiation workers to ensure their safety at the job site. Prolonged exposure to gamma rays, beta, alpha, and X-rays causes ionization radiation. With its energy, the radiation removes electrons from otherwise stable … Read more
Learning how a geiger counter works is pretty important especially when you are going to buy the best one. By studying its working process, you can realize what the body part of this measuring instrument is highly critical. Thus, when looking for the Geiger counter products on the market, you know what to read more. … Read more