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Filter for on-line air monitor unaffected by radon progeny and method of using same

Patent ·
OSTI ID:20013231

This invention relates to an apparatus for testing air having contaminants and radon progeny. The method includes providing a testing apparatus that has a sampling box with an inlet for receiving the air and an outlet for discharging the air. The box has a sintered stainless steel filter. Air is drawn from a source into the sampling box using a vacuum pump, passing the air through the filter. The contaminants trapped by the filter are monitored. The apparatus provides an alarm when a selected level of contaminants is reached. The filter traps the contaminants, yet allows at least a portion of the radon progeny to pass through.

Sponsoring Organization:
US Department of Energy
DOE Contract Number:
AC09-96SR18500
OSTI ID:
20013231
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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