Information for Radon Professionals
Information for Radon Professionals
RSSI Alpha-track AT-101 and AT-102 radon detectors are ideal for professionals. Unless specified, either detector design can be used. If you require assistance choosing the best detector for your project, please contact us.
Professional Home Testers
- When short-term real estate results are above 4 pCi/L, results from a 91-day Alpha-track radon test can be used to release funds held in escrow.
- Mitigators can offer their customers a year-long alpha-track radon test to verify that the mitigation system is operating effectively.
Health Departments
- Data for radon detectors purchased by health departments can be supplied in formats that enable customer data management.
- Customized instructions for RSSI Alpha-track radon test kits can meet specific local requirements.
Schools
- RSSI alpha-track radon detectors placed for the entire school year accurately assess student and faculty health risks.
- RSSI alpha-track AT-101 radon detectors can also be used for shorter testing periods allowing for radon levels to be measured with only a single weekend of HVAC system operation. Please contact us for assistance in your short-term measurement needs.
Multi-unit Facilities
- RSSI alpha-track radon detectors are cost effective for testing of apartment complexes, commercial buildings, and military bases.
- Property managers can test in many states using alpha-track radon devices without being certified or licensed.
Uranium Prospecting
- RSSI alpha-track radon detectors are efficient and cost-effective for uranium prospecting surveys.
Technical Information
These specifications tell you why you should use RSSI’s Radon Detector
The RSSI alpha-track radon detector records alpha particles from radon decay on a foil, which is analyzed to calculate average radon levels in pCi/L or Bq/m³. Longer testing periods give more accurate results, with a full-year test recommended, though 30-day tests are also possible.
The EPA suggests reducing radon levels above 4 pCi/L to lower lung cancer risk. About 1 in 15 U.S. homes exceeds this level, but most can be reduced below 2 pCi/L, and new homes can be built to prevent high radon.
Model | AT-101 | AT-102 |
|---|---|---|
NRPP Device No.
| AT-8207
| AT-8307
|
Detector Type
| Filtered alpha-track radon detector
| |
Internal chamber volume
| 175 mL
| 32 mL
|
Approximate form factor
| Coffee mug
| Film canister
|
Track reading area
| 159.52 mm2
| |
Minimum test duration
| 30 days 1
| 30 days
|
Typical minimum detectable concentration (91-day test)
| 0.1 pCi/L 3 Bq/m3 | 0.2 pCi/L 7 Bq/m3 |
Additional detector attachment points 2
| Hook | Hook or placement card
|
Sold as: DIY Consumer
| Yes; with return mailer, data card, instructions, hook. Sold individually or in cases of 50
| No
|
Sold as: Professional packaging
| Yes; 25 individual detectors per case. Electronic data submission only.
| Yes; 25 or 50 individual detectors per case. Electronic data submission only.
|
Custom labeling 3
| Yes
| Yes
|
Notes:
- 1 For deployments of AT-101 detectors shorter than 30 days, please contact RSSI for specific instructions.
- 2 Detectors can also be deployed by placing on a flat surface.
- 3 For custom labeling, there is a $100 set-up fee
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