Re: Fluorescent Lights in TLD Handling Room

["Sandy Perle" <sandyfl@earthlink.net>]

hello John,

> 1.	Does anyone know the right kind of fluorescent lights to minimize
> the exposure of the TLD cards to UV (they are Harshaw cards with TLD-700
> (LiF:Mg,Ti) chips in Teflon)?

TLDs are sensitive to all kinds of light, natural or fluorescent. If 
they are left unexposed for a short time, you should not have any 
negative consequences.

> 3.	What are people's experiences with UV lights for TLD-700?

Again, we keep them covered after removal from the holder. The key is 
to not allow exposure to light for an extended period of time.

If you require more info, I suggest that you contact Bicron directly 
Joe Rotunda
Dosimetry Product Manager
BICRON RMP
Phone:	+1 (440) 349-6960 x6445
FAX:	+1 (440) 349-6581
<http://www.bicron.com>


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