The Bladewerx Alpha Survey Meter, SabreASM™, is a field deployable alpha spectroscopy survey meter that has excellent radon rejection for performing surveys for transuranic surface contamination. The SabreASM can be configured with up to two energy regions-of-interest (ROI), or one or two specific alpha-emitting isotopes-of-interest (IoI). It utilizes a high resolution color touchscreen and detachable probe with 2-inch solid-state ion-implanted detector. To perform a count, the probe is placed over the survey spot and the operator presses the Count button. Net ROI/IoI activity information is displayed as the count proceeds until a valid determination is made and the results posted. Weighing less than 8 lbs. (3.6 kg), the SabreASM is a simple-to-operate, computer-controlled alpha spectroscopy survey instrument.

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SabreASM consists of a fiberglass enclosure with large-area color touchscreen, three control buttons, a red/green light stack with audible alarm, and carrying handle, and encloses a battery, processor board, and multi-channel analyzer. A six foot cable connects the the instrument to the detector probe which houses the solid-state detector and preamp, protected by a high-percentage open area screen. Unscrewing and opening the hinged front lid provides easy access to all the internal components. The SabreASM is designed for 8 hours of field survey use off the internal battery, or can be operated continuously off the included AC Adapter/charger.