bPAD Single Channel Analyzer

Introduction bPAD is a compact microcontroller-based Intelligent Single Channel Analyzer. The device contains a Preamplifier-Amplifier-Discriminator with TTL digital output. The bPAD also includes its own high voltage power supply for operating standard 14-pin photomultiplier tubes, which are commonly used with scintillator-type radiation detectors [e.g. PVC, NaI(Tl), LaBr, CeBr, etc]. The device is therefore useful as a compact system to monitor the count rate in an energy region of interest. The detected signal is output as a TTL pulse, making it compatible with most industrial, environmental and laboratory counting systems. In contrast with traditional SCAs the bPAD is fully controlled by a microprocessor, providing easy setup and “smart” modes of operations. bPAD parameters can be conveniently set via USB with a PC and the provided configuration software. Features Compact Single Channel Analyzer with microprocessor control on a 14-pin photomultiplier tube base Integrates Preampli