Parameter | Definition |
Neutron emission rate | 2.2 × 106 n s−1∙Ci−1 |
Neutron emission tolerance | 10 % |
Source strength | 1.1 × 107 n∙s−1 |
Source half life | 433 Yr |
Peak thermal neutron flux | 106 neutrons/sec |
Capsule type | X.14 with 6 M threads |
Source composition | Mixture of Americium oxide with Beryllium metal powder |
Source typical Composition | C (0.004%); Mn (1.59%); P (0.011%); S (0.008%); Si (0.37%); Cr (16.96%); Ni (3.61%); Mo (2.29%); and Fe (65.16) |
Capsule grade | grade AIS1.316 |
Moderator type | H2O |
Source overall diameter | 30 mm |
Source overall height | 60 mm |
Source wall thickness | 1.2 mm |