Pitchblende Uranium Ore ~325,000 CPM

• Mineral: Uraninite

• Activity: ~ 325,000 CPM and 150,000 CPM each in two other areas

• 70 uSv/h with energy compensated detector

• Radioactive Emissions: Alpha, Beta, Gamma (αβγ)

• Weight: ~ 2.1kg

• Size: ~ 15cm

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Measurements are taken of the most active part of the ore with the mesh screen of the detector flush with the area being measured. Measurements are taken with an LND 7311 αβγ probe (Rotem Ram Gene-1) and are dead time corrected. Measurements with different devices and probes will yield different results. This is normal and to be expected. Energy compensated gamma readings are taken with the Automess 6150.

*The Final Photos Showing How Samples Are Packaged Are Examples Of How You Will Receive Your Sample. The Specific Rock Shown In The Box Is An Example Only And Not Included. *Packaging NOT Available On International Orders.

Health and Safety

• Users of NORM should minimize unnecessary exposure and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Handling the sample should be done in an easily cleaned area.

• Wash hands after handling.

• Small samples of NORM do not pose an immediate or long-term risk to health, provided the material is not ingested, inhaled or kept in prolonged contact with the body.

• Much of the beta and gamma radiation can be blocked with distance and shielding (plastic, glass, metal etc.).

• The ore will produce a small amount of radon gas over time from natural radioactive decay. 

• Pieces of NORM such as small pieces of unprocessed pitchblende uranium are ‘out of scope’ and exempt from licensing and regulation, as the material is not used or suitable for its ‘radioactive, fissile or fertile properties’.

• Radioactive Substances Legislation guidance, Exemption provisions and NRPB-R306

• Shipping is in compliance with UN 2910 and ADR 2.2.7.2.1.1.