IAEM Conference

Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation exhibited at the International Association of Emergency Managers conference in San Antonio, TX.

NEW BLUE LIGHT PULSE GENERATOR AT 405 NM

Berkeley Nucleonics is introducing the new Model 040 Light Pulse Generator. The new module leverages state of the art laser chip production and efficient packaging techniques to deliver 10mW of calibrated light pulses at 405nm. The light is delivered via a single-mode optical fiber coupled to an FC connector. Custom fibers and connectors include Polarization Maintaining and Multi-Mode fibers, and ST or SMA front panel connectors. Rates up to 10MHz with pulse delay and width resolution of 1nS are provided. An impulse mode delivers a sub-nanosecond, fixed with pulse in single or double pulse modes.

As a group, the light pulse generators offer unmatched flexibility in optical signal control for benchtop testing, R&D, simulations and optical component design. The optical signals are programmable and are married to a TTL and ECL output for addition setup controls. Power levels are adjustable in 10 microwatt steps. The system includes interlock safety and keyswitch controls. The safety features of the new product meet IATA and FDA Class 1, Class II and Class IIIB safety requirements. The instrument is manufactured in compliance with CFR Title 21, Chapter 1, Sub-Chapter J and with reporting policies compliant with CFR Title 21, Part 1002/1003.

“The breakthrough is diode technology enables Berkeley Nucleonics to source efficient, low power blue chip lasers for fast pulsing applications. Testing of PMT tubes, optical circuits and switches, photodiode production or sensor calibration are some of the immediate applications”, comments John Yee, Applications Manager.

BNC at Hotzone Hazmat Conference

Here is a look at our booth at the Hotzone Hazmat Conference in Houston, TX. We are displaying our SAM 940 Isotope Identifier and several of our other radiation detection gear utilized by Hazmat and First Responder teams.

New Processing Capability Coupled with Time Slice Data Logging in Nuclear Detection System

Berkeley Nucleonics introduces the Rad-Cart, an integrated GPS radiological solution for environmental remediation. The nuclear detection system logs isotope specific and full data over a broad energy range and simplifies post processing activities. The nuclear detection and spectroscopy system includes large volume NaI detectors ( up to 4"x4"x16") with resolution at 7%, a performance specification virtually unmatched in the industry. Detector mechanicals and housings are customized for the terrain in the application with shock absorption options. The resultant data logs include second by second isotopic data along with GPS (Lat / Long / Altitude optional) and time stamps. The accurate logs of data are achievable via a time-slice technique that leverages patented algorithms with modern day processing power. The algorithm, called QCC, performs a compression that gives high sensitivity needed for pCi/gm measurements.

"QCC has been in the Berkeley Nucleonics isotope identifiers for over 10 years. What is new is the powerful data processing in the Eagle-L SAM System", comments Robert Corsetti, Nuclear Products Manager for Berkeley.

The microprocessor in the system performs fast data logging and automated acquisition simultaneously. All data is readily available on a flash card convenient for mapping and volumetric conversions. Streaming data is also available for systems tied to a USB or Ethernet network. For more, see www.berkeleynucleonics.com or call 800-234-7858.

About Berkeley Nucleonics
Founded in 1963, BNC is an internationally recognized pioneer in the development of precision test, measurement and nuclear instrumentation. Headquartered in San Rafael, California, BNC also provides an accredited training program and a variety of calibration custom development services.

Model 575 - AT45-High Voltage – 45V Pulses with Fast Risetimes

This new output stage for the Model 575 Digital Delay / Pulse Generator increases max pulse amplitudes to 45V. The company has used modern circuitry to achieve these higher voltages with the same pulse generator architecture, resulting in a low cost for the dual channel output stage. The 45V pulses have risetimes <2.0 nS and pulse widths as wide as 10 seconds, with repetition rates up to 100 KHz. The performance achievements enable faster testing of high power lasers systems and enable developments in laser diode drivers and pump lasers. Other applications which benefit are capacitor banks, semiconductor assay and pyrotechnics detonations. Sled tests and high speed cameras, shutters and frame-grabbers all have potential benefits with the fast high voltage pulser.

"While we have offered pulsers up to 1000 Volts for quite some time, the fast risetimes and rep rates in the Model AT45 introduce new functionality customers have asked for. We can upgrade units in the field or offer the systems new for under three thousand dollars", comments Applications Engineer John Yee.

"The higher voltage outputs come at a time when customers are reluctant to purchase additional capital equipment and are looking for expanding the functionality of their existing product. We are pleased with the results."

Berkeley Nucleonics demonstrates the SAM 940

Berkeley Nucleonics demonstrates the SAM Isotope Identifier's latest feature set during a DC workshop on ANSI N42.34 compliant instruments capable of networked data management.

New Release of Labview Drivers

Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation (BNC) has released a major update to Labview drivers for our Model 1105 Universal Frequency Counter and our Model 645 Arbitrary Waveform Generator. The drivers can be download at the BNC’s website on product webpages or the National Instruments website (www.ni.com) by searching the BNC Model Numbers.

“We are excited to expand on this interface available for our customers. NI certified drivers are important for users in a wide range of applications, from generating signals for test or research to measuring scientific phenomena”, comments Mark Slattery, Application Engineer.

The Model 1105 has 12 digits of frequency resolution and 40ps of time interval resolution. The real-time DSP front-end facilitates faster measurement throughput, making the 1105 the most cost effective Universal Counter available.

The Model 645 50MHz Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator delivers many more features and additional user modes when compared to our previous models. With new manufacturing techniques, we are able to reduce cost and provide a low end user price. New DDS+ technology embraces advancements in the semiconductor industry and leverages state-of-the-art components for both standard and complex functions. For details on either product, see www.berkeleynucleonics.com or call 800-234-7858.

About Berkeley Nucleonics
Founded in 1963, BNC is an internationally recognized pioneer in the development of precision test, measurement and nuclear instrumentation. Headquartered in San Rafael, California, BNC also provides an accredited training program and a variety of calibration and OEM instrumentation development services.

Technical Point of Contact:
Robert Corsetti
800-234-7858 x250
robert.corsetti@berkeleynucleonics.com