It really shows Japan's resilience that its engineers can turn catastrophe into innovation. Radiation measuring instruments are typically expensive but Sanwa, based in Fukushima prefecture, have developed a low cost alternative for the general consumer. The Geiger Fukushima is an easy to use, lightweight and portable device that can estimate the approximate level of radiation exposure for a year. It uses ordinary household batteries and can measure gamma and beta rays.
The Geiger Fukushima LCD Type features:
Measuring units: μSv/h, mSv/y, CPM
Measuring range: 0.04-440 microsieverts per hour
Power: AAA batteries x 2
Usage time: 500 hours
Weight: 100g (3.5 oz) (including batteries)
Size: 125 x 55 x 25mm (4.9 x 2.2 x 1")
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