This Wireless Geiger Counter detects alpha, beta, and gamma ionizing radiation.
- 1x Wireless Geiger Counter
- 1x USB Cable
- 1x Threaded handle for mounting the sensor to a rod stand
See the Buying Guide for this item's required, recommended, and additional accessories.
Product Summary
The PASCO Wireless Geiger Counter counts beta, gamma and alpha radiation particles as they enter the Geiger–Müller detector tube inside the counter. Designed for easy mounting, the Geiger Counter provides superior position control in inverse square law labs, as well as an audible beep to indicate the detection of ionizing radiation. The front plastic snout fits conveniently inside the NU-3344 Sample Holder stand (available separately).
With the Wireless Geiger Counter, students can wirelessly control the high voltage supplied to the Geiger–Müller tube inside the counter, enabling them to make measurements of counts/interval for different tube voltages. They can also plot counts/interval versus tube voltages to experimentally observe the Geiger plateau characteristics of the tube.
Features
- Built-in metal mesh screen to protect the delicate mica window in the front of the Geiger–Müller detector tube
- Audible beep count indication that is easily switched on or off
- Versatile positioning options: either in the NU-3344 Sample Holder, hand-held, or mounted on a rod stand
- Convenient design to natively fit the PASCO NU-3344 Sample Holder
- Provides wireless control over the high voltage supplied to the Geiger–Müller tube inside the counter for Geiger plateau experiments
Applications
- Observe the inverse square law
- Measure the Geiger plateau associated with a Geiger–Müller tube
- Demonstrate the shielding properties of different materials and different types of ionizing radiation
What's Included
- 1x Wireless Geiger Counter
- 1x USB Cable
- 1x Threaded handle for mounting the sensor to a rod stand
Product Specifications
| Sensitivity | Alpha, Beta, Gamma |
| Count Detection | Switchable audio signal |
| Gas Filling | Ne +Halogen |
| Effective Tube Diameter | 9.1 mm |
| Window Thickness | 1.5 to 2.0 mg/cm2 |
| High Voltage Control Range | 150 VDC to 650 VDC |
| Standard Operating Voltage | 500 VDC |
| Connectivity | USB and Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Logging | Yes |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable LiPo |
Data Collection Software
This product requires PASCO software for data collection and analysis. We recommend the following option(s). For more information on which is right for your classroom, see our Software Comparison: SPARKvue vs. Capstone »
Connectivity Options
This product can connect directly to your computer or device with the following technologies. No Interface required. See the following guide for details regarding device compatibility: Wireless Bluetooth Product Compatibility »
Dedicated Datalogging with SPARK LXi2
Consider an all-in-one, touchscreen data collection, graphing, and analysis tool for students. Designed for use with wired and wireless sensors, the SPARK LXi2 Datalogger simultaneously accommodates up to five wireless sensors and includes two ports for blue PASPORT sensors. It features an interactive, icon-based user interface within a shock-absorbing case and arrives packaged with SPARKvue, MatchGraph!, and Spectrometry software for interactive data collection and analysis. It can additionally connect via Bluetooth to the following interfaces: AirLink, SPARKlink Air, and 550 Universal Interface.
Buying Guide
| Recommended Accessories | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Geiger Counter Sample Holder | NU-3344 | -- |
| Absorbers (Qty. 20) | SN-8111A | -- |
| Radioactive Sources (set of 3) | SN-8110 | -- |
| Radioactive Sources (set of 5) | SN-7972A | -- |
| Isotope Generator Kit (Barium-137 m) | SN-7995A | -- |
| Replacement Parts | P/N | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Micro USB Cable | PS-3584 | -- |
Experiment Library
Perform the following experiments and more with the Wireless Geiger Counter.
Visit PASCO's Experiment Library to view more activities.
Types of Radiation
Students use a Geiger counter to measure the background radiation to calibrate the measurements of radiation source disks. They measure the count through various materials of an alpha, beta, and gamma source. They identify which...
Investigating Environmental Radiation
Students use a Geiger counter to measure the radioactivity of a sample of their choosing. They measure the background radiation to determine if their selected sample is radioactive. For some samples, they can use shields to figure...
Radioactive Decay and Half-Life
Students measure the counts coming from a sample of Ba - 137m with a Geiger counter. They answer questions about radioactive decay and half-life during the 10-minute data collection time. They use the resulting graph to estimate...
Determining the Relationship Between Distance and Radiation Count
Students measure the radiation count rate as a function of distance. They use their measurements to make predictions about the count rate at other distances. By inspecting the data, they find out the count rate varies by the inverse...
Modeling Absorption of Radiation
Students use a Geiger counter to measure the radiation from a radioactive sample of Sr-90. They use the radiation absorption equation to predict the counts after one aluminum shield is used and find the counts are much higher...
Support Documents
| Manuals | ||
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Geiger Counter Manual | English - 530.72 KB | |
| Safety Sheets | ||
| Lithium Battery Safety Data Sheet | English - 593.55 KB | |
| Knowledge Base | ||
| Windows asks for a PIN number when connecting wireless sensor or device | Sep 18th, 2023 | |
| Wireless sensor or device not charging | Mar 4th, 2024 | |
| Android asks for a PIN number to pair a wireless device to system | Aug 29th, 2023 | |
| Wireless Geiger Counter - Trouble Obtaining Data | Apr 20th, 2023 | |
