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PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET

GAMMA BACKSCATTER SENSORS


Model 100
Fixed Point or Scanning Measurement of Thickness or Basis Weight
Applications:
► Blown film

► Cast film and sheet

► Rubber and vinyl

► Coatings and laminates

► Textiles and nonwovens

► Composites

Features:
► Compact measurement form factor

► Single-sided measurement

► Continuous measurement without the


need for standardization

► Stable, accurate product measurement


against either air or a steel roll

► 100% digital measurement technology Introduction material, many of the photons are scattered
The NDC Backscatter Gamma sensor back, losing some of their energy in the process.
(GBS) is an integrated source and detector
instrument that provides a thickness or weight These backscattered photons strike a 100%
measurement from one side of the sheet. Its efficient scintillator detector that produces
compact size allows product measurements flashes of visible light. These light flashes
to be taken from areas of the process that are enter the photomultiplier tube where they are
often inaccessible to conventional sensors. It converted into electrons and amplified. The
can also be configured to either measure in output from the photomultiplier tube is a train
fixed point or to scan the web. of pulses whose height is proportional to the
energy of the detected gamma photons, and
Compared to other gauging techniques, whose pulse rate (pulses per second) are
the GBS sensor offers a robust, cost-effective proportional to the mass (or weight per unit
measurement solution that is reliable, accurate area) of the material being measured.
and easy to maintain.

Theory of Operation
This unique sensor employs the Compton
Photon Backscatter measurement principle
known as gamma backscatter, or GBS. When
gamma rays of photons are directed at a

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PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET

Technical Specifications

EPP AFRA w. Deflector Auto Shutter PECA PECA w. Deflector Shoe


102, 103 101, 102, 103 101, 102, 103 101, 102, 103 101, 102, 103 101, 102, 103
Gamma Backscatter Sensor Product Overview Specifications
EPP: Extended Plateau Probe for non-contacting applications. Measurement Ranges*
AFRA: Anti Friction Roller Assembly: Roller Head Assembly to minimize Model Weight Range Thickness Range
chance of scratching or marking the web 103 25-2000g/m 2
25-2000µ (1-80mils)
Auto Shutter: Includes an integral automated shutter assembly as
102 1500-8510g/m2 1500-8510µ (60-335mils)
required by certain local authorities.
102 Steel 1500-6350g/m2 1500-6350µ (60-250mils)
PECA: Position End Cap Assembly for positive measurement contact.
101 6350-26000g/m2 6350-26000µ (250-1025mils)
Frequently used for blown film applications.
Shoe: Used when a large surface area is required for an application, for Static Accuracy:
example nonwovens. - Model 103: ± 1.0g/m2 + 0.2% of reading
- Model 102: ± 2.5g/m2 + 0.2% of reading
Linear Calibration - Model 101: ± 5.25g/m2 +0.5% of reading
The GBS sensor is inherently easy to set up and calibrate, making Measurement Response Time: 50ms
it a valuable sensor especially when it is installed in difficult process Maximum Temperature: 122oF (50oC) without water cooling
locations. The linear response of the sensor makes it very easy to Source Characteristics:
calibrate. Often, a single response curve is all that is required, with - Am-241: activity between 25-150mCi (0.93-5.55GBq)
a straighforward offset or slope adjustment in order to fine tune the - Energy: 60keV
measurement to the product. - Half life: 455 years
- Recommended Working Life (RWL): 15yrs
Long-Term Accuracy Measurement Area: Approximately 0.50ins (12.5mm) for all gauges
Unlike other types of gauges, the GBS sensor is not affected by air except EPP which is 1.1ins (28mm)
gap temperature changes. Also, the sensor provides continuous Options:
measurement, either in fixed point or scanning modes, without the - Air purge for hazardous environments
need to standardize. In addition, the GBS sensor family are relatively - Automatic, remote activated shutter
insensitive to factors that affect other gauges such as source decay, dust, - Water cooling for high temperature environment
material composition and scanner alignment. This results in exceptionally - Off-roll measurement
stable measurement with long-term accuracy that requires very little - Extended plateau non-contact version
maintenance. *Notes: Stated ranges are intended to reflect the typical weight
or thickness. It may be possible to make acceptable
product measurement outside these limits. In these cases,
please contact NDC Marketing regarding your product and
measurement requirements.
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In line with its policy of continuous improvement, NDC reserves the right to revise or replace its products or services without prior notice. The information contained in this document may
not represent the latest specification and is for indicative purposes only.

Document Number: IS-111-15536-2015-06


Date of Issue: June 2015
© NDC 2015

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