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?
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| 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. |
