Lens of the Eye Dosimetry Hp(3) Headbands



Description

Lens of the Eye Dosimetry, Hp(3), has become increasingly important with the changes recommended by ICRP 103 (Statement on Tissue Reactions). IAEA Reference: ICRP issues statement lowering threshold for eye lens

    • Addresses the ICRP 103 Dose Reduction Changes for Eye Dose Monitoring
    • Preferred solution over side of head mounting to minimize angular dependence
    • IEC-62387 now includes Hp(3)
    • Designed for use with the Harshaw TLD Chipstrate (ordered separately)
    • Incorporates a 300 mg/cm2 PTFE filter for Hp(3)
    • 1 or 3 TLD detector versions
    • Velcro back for easy size adjustment
    • Easy to wear, comfortable and non-obtrusive
    • Available in customized quantities

 

     How does this headband compare to the competition?

     

     TLD Headband

     

    Harshaw TLD EYE-D Dosimeter
    Angular Dependence Lower – Filter is closer to the TLD Greater – Filter is further from TLD
    Easy to Wear Yes No – Hard to attach
    Continuous Chain of Custody Yes - Barcoded Chipstrates No - Loose TLD Chips with No Barcode
    Easy to Handle Chipstrates

    Yes - Chipstrates are Easy to Handle

    No - Bare TLD Chips are Hard to Handle

    Automated Readout Yes - Up to 400 or 2,800 in Harshaw TLD Model 6600 or Model 8800 Minimal - Only 1, 4 or 50 in Manual Reader, RADOS 2000 or Harshaw TLD Model 5500
    Restricts Peripheral Vision No
    Yes
    Sterilizable Yes - Cold & Gas Sterilizable Possible
    Fits Behind Safety Glasses Yes Yes - may create a blind spot.

     


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