Theratron

Theratron 780E; 1998

Technical data

60-Co source activity equal to 95 GBq (2570 Ci)
Dose rate equal to, 0,76 Gy/min, SCD = 80 cm on 1.12.2008
Gantry rotation in all round angle range
Maximum time exposure 29.99 min
Irradiation field between 5×5 cm2 to 35×35 cm2 in SSD = 80 cm

Applications

  • Calibration of ionization chambers according to dosimetry protocols (the proton radiotherapy of eye cancer)
  • Dosemeters irradiation
  • Materials irradiation

Laboratory in which the equipment is in use

Department of Radiation Physics and Dosimetry (NZ63)